Recent ecological studies reveal significant insights into biodiversity and climate dynamics. The restoration of migratory bison herds in Yellowstone National Park has been shown to enhance grassland resilience and ecosystem health. Concurrently, localized environmental factors shape saltmarsh distribution along India’s Odisha coast. Urban gullies are uncovered as a hidden geomorphic threat in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, influencing landscape and livelihoods. Additionally, bottom trawling is identified as a contributor to increased carbon dioxide release, exacerbating global warming concerns.