From the tiniest worms to charismatic beavers, the ability of nature’s engineers to modify landscapes, regulate water flows, and enhance biodiversity provides invaluable lessons for humans as we grapple with climate change and habitat destruction

— I met a group of boys in their early 20s who dedicated their every working day to replanting the coral reef. They did not dither, or blither, or make excuses.

Earth Index report shows bees contribute €144bn to economy