On December 8, 2025, Mongabay announced the launch of its Wildlife Desk, designed to enhance independent reporting on wildlife and their ecosystems. This new desk builds on the organization's extensive history of wildlife journalism, which has already led to significant real-world impacts, such as increased scrutiny of mining projects affecting endangered species. The Wildlife Desk aims to address the accelerating biodiversity crisis by providing deeper insights into the challenges wildlife face due to habitat loss and climate change. The core team will focus on various topics, including zoonotic diseases and the wildlife trade, while collaborating with regional bureaus to produce localized journalism. This initiative is part of Mongabay's commitment to delivering evidence-based reporting that informs and engages audiences about the state of the natural world.