7 Best Articles on Ecology
The most useful articles on ecology from around the web—beginners to advanced—curated by thought leaders and our community. We focus on timeless pieces and update the list whenever we discover new, must-read articles or videos—make sure to bookmark and revisit this page.
Top 5 Ecology Articles
At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved on ecology by Refind users in 2023.
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles on ecology—all under 10 minutes.
How Neutral Theory Altered Ideas About Biodiversity
The simple insight that most changes are random had a profound effect on genetics, evolution and ecology.
Warning of 'ecological Armageddon' after dramatic plunge in insect numbers
Three-quarters of flying insects in nature reserves across Germany have vanished in 25 years, with serious implications for all life on Earth, scientists say
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles on ecology.
Environmentalism in One Country
North Korea is regrowing its forests in a program of nationalist ecology. As environmental crises unfold, other countries will come to share its strategy.
Concrete: the most destructive material on Earth
After water, concrete is the most widely used substance on the planet. But its benefits mask enormous dangers to ecology, to health and to culture itself
What Does An Ecological Civilization Look Like?
A society based on natural ecology might seem like a far-off utopia—yet communities everywhere are already creating it.
«This form of organization is known as a holarchy, where each element—from cells on up—is a coherent entity in its own right, while also an integral component of something larger.»
Was There a Civilization On Earth Before Humans?
A look at the available evidence
What restoration ecology could learn from art conservation
In seeking a means to heal our wounded planet, we should look to the painstaking, cautious craft of art conservation
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