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Fifteen Darwin’s rheas were relocated from Argentina to Chile as part of a pioneering international rewilding project. This initiative aims to restore the grassland ecosystems in the Aysén region, which …
Translocation of Darwin’s Rheas: A Milestone in International Rewilding Read More
A new study led by Dr. Liliana M. Dávalos indicates that recovering mammal species lost due to human activities in Madagascar could take millions of years. The research highlights the …
Study Reveals Mammalian Evolution in Madagascar at Risk Due to Extinction Threats Read More
Emily Griffoul of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is on a mission to preserve Rocky Mountain alpine plants threatened by climate change. By collecting seeds from these unique species, she aims …
Preserving Alpine Plants: A Scavenger Hunt in the Rockies Read More
The IUCN report reveals that 43% of Madagascar’s freshwater species are threatened with extinction, impacting local livelihoods dependent on these resources. Major threats include habitat loss from agriculture, overfishing, and …
IUCN Report Highlights Crisis for Madagascar’s Freshwater Species Read More
Tunisian customs authorities have rescued ten endangered flamingos from smugglers attempting to traffic them. The birds were found in crates and have since been returned to their habitat. Flamingos are …
Endangered Flamingos Rescued from Smugglers in Tunisia Read More
The Helmeted Water Toad, a species that coexisted with dinosaurs, now faces extinction due to human impacts and climate change. Amphibians are the planet’s most endangered group, with one-third at …
Dinosaur-Era Species Faces Extinction: A Call for Conservation Amidst De-extinction Debate Read More
2024 witnessed alarming warnings about biodiversity loss and climate impacts; however, grassroots victories for conservation emerged globally. From Kenya to Bolivia, communities developed innovative, collaborative strategies fostering resilience and sustainability, …
2024 in Review: Notable Conservation Victories Amidst Environmental Challenges Read More
A male humpback whale has completed a remarkable migration of over 8,000 miles, marking a new record for its species. This journey, which began in 2017 and culminated in 2022 …
Humpback Whale’s Record Migration: An Indicator of Oceanic Climate Change Read More
The slender-billed curlew has been formally declared extinct following evaluations by conservation organizations. Its extinction, attributed to habitat loss, hunting, and climate change, marks a significant loss in biodiversity. More …
Slender-Billed Curlew Declared Extinct: A Call for Urgent Conservation Action Read More
Scientists have confirmed the extinction of the Slender-billed Curlew, a migratory shorebird native to western Siberia and the Mediterranean. Last seen in Morocco in 1995, its loss marks the first …
Extinction of Slender-Billed Curlew Highlights Urgent Need for Conservation Action Read More