Matthew Russell
Matthew Russell is a West Michigan native and with a background in journalism, data analysis, cartography and design thinking. He likes to learn new things and solve old problems whenever possible, and enjoys bicycling, spending time with his daughters, and coffee.
Articles by Matthew Russell
Endangered Whales Face Starvation as Humans Dep...
Industrial krill fishing is pushing endangered whales to the brink. Whales rely on krill as their primary food source, but booming demand for supplements is depleting these vital stocks.
Endangered Whales Face Starvation as Humans Dep...
Industrial krill fishing is pushing endangered whales to the brink. Whales rely on krill as their primary food source, but booming demand for supplements is depleting these vital stocks.
Namibia's Plan to Slaughter Over 700 Wild Anima...
Namibia is planning to kill over 700 wild animals, including elephants and hippos, to address a devastating drought—but the move has conservationists and animal rights groups up in arms.
Namibia's Plan to Slaughter Over 700 Wild Anima...
Namibia is planning to kill over 700 wild animals, including elephants and hippos, to address a devastating drought—but the move has conservationists and animal rights groups up in arms.
Sick Puppies Flood California’s Black Market in...
Thousands of dogs are pouring into the state from out-of-state breeders, enduring unimaginable suffering along the way. Some end up in loving homes—but many do not survive.
Sick Puppies Flood California’s Black Market in...
Thousands of dogs are pouring into the state from out-of-state breeders, enduring unimaginable suffering along the way. Some end up in loving homes—but many do not survive.
Disney Relocates EPCOT’s Dolphins and Manatee f...
Disney’s decision to relocate a manatee and three dolphins from The Seas attraction is making waves.
Disney Relocates EPCOT’s Dolphins and Manatee f...
Disney’s decision to relocate a manatee and three dolphins from The Seas attraction is making waves.
Warming Waters Force Sharks to Abandon Coral Re...
What happens to coral reefs when their top predators disappear? The answer may be more alarming than you think.
Warming Waters Force Sharks to Abandon Coral Re...
What happens to coral reefs when their top predators disappear? The answer may be more alarming than you think.
Poachers Ravage Utah Wildlife as Over 100 Anima...
Conservation officers are overwhelmed, and the poachers are getting bolder. With fines reaching up to $45,000 for some animals, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Poachers Ravage Utah Wildlife as Over 100 Anima...
Conservation officers are overwhelmed, and the poachers are getting bolder. With fines reaching up to $45,000 for some animals, the stakes couldn’t be higher.