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Maryland couple turns 116-acre hunting land into protected wildlife habitat
Maryland couple transforms hunting property into wildlife habitat with native plants and trees, protected by conservation easement.
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Scientists discover new wild cat species after 100 years
Scientists have identified a new wild cat species, the Tilcayo tiger cat, in Bolivia's Yungas region, marking the first such discovery in over a century.
South Africa: Stop Sardine Fishing, Warn Conservationists
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South Africa: Stop Sardine Fishing, Warn Conservationists
Mass sardine die-offs in South Africa, linked to a newly detected pilchard herpesvirus, have prompted conservationists to demand a complete halt to fishing, arguing that the government's temporary limits are insufficient to protect critically endangered African Penguins a…
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Wild dogs complete record-breaking 2,500-mile trek across Africa
A pack of African wild dogs has completed a record-breaking 2,485-mile journey across the continent, offering hope for wildlife connectivity despite human pressures.
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DOE bans rut tours to help Persian red deer conservation
DOE bans rut tours to protect Persian red deer
Liberia’s rescued chimpanzees receive health checks
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Liberia’s rescued chimpanzees receive health checks
Rescued chimpanzees in Liberia are undergoing comprehensive health checks at the Second Chance Chimpanzee Refuge. These medical examinations are crucial for monitoring the well-being of the critically endangered West African chimpanzees.
Botswana’s rare slaty egret signals the health of the Okavango
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Botswana’s rare slaty egret signals the health of the Okavango
A rare and vulnerable slaty egret, endemic to southern Africa, is being monitored in Botswana's Okavango Delta as a key indicator of the wetland ecosystem's health.
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Welcome to the spiderverse, a world measured through webs
Scientists are using spiderwebs as a rich source of environmental DNA (eDNA) to monitor biodiversity, track species, and detect threats. Researchers are now developing artificial webs to replicate this DNA-snagging capability without harming natural arachnid habitats.
In Tanzania, Maasai combine tradition and technology to preserve soils
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In Tanzania, Maasai combine tradition and technology to preserve soils
Maasai communities in Tanzania are integrating traditional land management with modern technology, like smartphones, to combat soil degradation. The African People and Wildlife association supports this initiative in villages like Arkaria, enabling precise monitoring and …
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Dung beetles bring poo-sitive news about animals in Central Catchment Nature Reserve
Researchers in Singapore have found that dung beetles can help identify elusive wildlife by analyzing DNA from their gut contents. The study, conducted in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, detected 18 animal species, including rare mammals and birds. The findings sugg…
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Spot a horseshoe crab in Singapore? Researchers want to know
Researchers in Singapore are seeking public help to report horseshoe crab sightings to track their numbers and habitats for conservation efforts. Horseshoe crabs are ancient 'living fossils' essential to coastal ecosystems but face threats from habitat loss and human acti…
Alarm as bush fires ravage Burundi's Ruvubu National Park
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Alarm as bush fires ravage Burundi's Ruvubu National Park
Bushfires have devastated over 10,000 hectares of Burundi's Ruvubu National Park, with understaffed and underequipped rangers struggling to contain the blazes.
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Australia Confirms First Mammal Bird Flu Case
Australia has confirmed its first case of H5N1 bird flu in a mammal, with the deadly virus detected in a long-nosed fur seal in South Australia state. The seal was found dead at the coastal town of Beachport, about 310 kilometers south of Adelaide, the state capital.
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In 1927, John D Rockefeller Jr secretly used a shell company to buy over 35,000 Wyoming acres for $1.4 million; NPS says acquiring the same amount of Jackson Hole land today would cost over $1 billion
In 1927, John D. Rockefeller Jr. secretly acquired over 35,000 acres in Wyoming's Jackson Hole through a shell company for $1.4 million, intending to donate it for conservation.
British Army sailors rescue bedraggled barn owl 70 nautical miles out to sea
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British Army sailors rescue bedraggled barn owl 70 nautical miles out to sea
A British Army sailing crew competing in the 50th Anniversary RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race rescued a bedraggled barn owl 70 nautical miles from shore. The exhausted bird made a determined bid to join the crew, but its boarding proved less than graceful.
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Photography To Protect Endangered Species: In 2006, Joel Sartore began photographing one animal at a time; 18,000 species later, his Photo Ark has become a global conservation movement fighting to save wildlife from extinction
Photographer Joel Sartore has spent two decades making sure wildlife is seen through his Photo Ark project, which has grown into a global conservation effort to document thousands of animal species and generate worldwide awareness about those in danger of extinction.
Kenya: Nairobi Biodiversity Talks Set the Stage for Key COP17 Decisions
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Kenya: Nairobi Biodiversity Talks Set the Stage for Key COP17 Decisions
Recent biodiversity talks in Nairobi concluded with a stark warning: countries are off track to meet global 2030 biodiversity goals despite record participation in reporting and planning processes.
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Nature lovers and activists hold rally in Hong Lim Park
Nature lovers and activists gathered in Hong Lim Park to call for more details on plans to develop parts of Maju Forest and Gillman Barracks for housing.
Argentina’s big cats begin relocation to sanctuaries abroad
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Argentina’s big cats begin relocation to sanctuaries abroad
A global animal welfare organization, Four Paws, has initiated the relocation of 30 big cats from Argentina's former Zoo Luján to sanctuaries in South Africa and the United States.
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Gorging on bearcam: the livestream of big beasts eating that draws millions
A livestream of Alaskan brown bears devouring salmon at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park has seen a 70% surge in viewership, attracting 7.3 million views this summer.
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China Plans to Effectively Alleviate Biodiversity Loss Trend by 2030
China's ecological environment department has released a plan to effectively alleviate biodiversity loss by 2030. The plan aims to optimize the ecological space layout, improve ecological quality, and reduce biodiversity loss. The department will also strengthen monitorin…
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Hangzhou Procuratorates Handle 2,766 Environmental Public Interest Litigation Cases in a Decade
Since 2017, Hangzhou procuratorates have handled 2,766 environmental and resource protection public interest litigation cases. This initiative aligns with Hangzhou's ten-year designation as a "City of Ecological Civilization" and the first National Ecology Day following t…
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Indian actor's video with endangered gibbon sparks investigation
A video of popular Tamil actor Vikram cuddling an endangered lar gibbon has prompted an investigation by Indian wildlife officials into the animal's origins and legal possession.
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Are Raccoons Evolving Into Pets?
A Long Island woman's home has become a sanctuary for a group of raccoons, who have adapted to living with humans and even developed distinctive traits. The phenomenon has sparked debate about whether raccoons are domesticating themselves, much like wolves.
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Sunda slow loris found in industrial estate near Tuas released after 2 months
A young Sunda slow loris was found in an industrial estate near Tuas and rescued by ACRES, marking the second rescue of the endangered species in Singapore in 2026. The venomous primate was carefully rehabilitated before being released back into the wild after two months.
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River Wonders debuts new red panda and exhibit this National Day weekend
River Wonders in Singapore welcomes Yaffa, an 11-year-old red panda from Taipei Zoo, debuting in a new purpose-built exhibit during National Day weekend. Yaffa underwent quarantine and health checks and now lives in a two-part exhibit allowing free movement, with visitors…
20,000 Hectares of Forest on Fire in Taunus, Germany
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20,000 Hectares of Forest on Fire in Taunus, Germany
A massive forest fire is burning in the Taunus region of Germany, with over 20,000 hectares of land affected. The fire is being fought by 450 firefighters from the Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis, with support from a helicopter. The cause of the fire is currently unknown.
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FM Backs Scientific Conservation During Visit to Centuries-Old Cannon Project
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has emphasized the importance of scientifically preserving the country's cultural heritage during a visit to the restoration workshop of the historic Pearl Cannon. He praised the project's conservators, researchers, and resto…
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UNESCO committee approves conservation report for Iran's Hegmataneh
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has approved Iran's conservation report for the World Heritage site of Hegmataneh, confirming that the site's protection, management and restoration measures comply with the committee's requirements.
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Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya raise questions around pesticides
Kenya Wildlife Service says cyanide traces found in 15 elephants dead near Amboseli National Park point to pesticide exposure from nearby tomato farms, but conservationists and farmers are skeptical.