Arctic tundra now emits planet-warming pollution, federal report finds
Arctic tundra, which has stored carbon for thousands of years, has now become a source of planet-warming pollution.
Polynesian snails release is biggest ever of ‘extinct in the wild’ species
Misguided introduction of alien predator saw partula snails driven from their habitat – but zoos have reared new populations
‘Extinct’ lion spotted in Chad national park
A lion has been spotted in Chad’s Sena Oura National Park, where the big cats have not been seen since 2004 and were believed to be extinct until now.
Scientists discover why sea urchins are dying off from US to the Caribbean
A research team has discovered a parasite that’s been killing off sea urchins, but there’s no method to eliminate it yet
These tiny creatures are losing their battle to survive. Here’s what we can do to save them
The Rufous Hummingbird is magical. The male’s iridescent throat glows brighter than a shiny copper penny and like most hummingbirds, whizzes through the air curiously hovering right in front of humans who ponder them.
‘It’s skyrocketing’: surge in human-wildlife conflict threatens Kenya’s elephants
Clashes exacerbated by proliferation of agriculture businesses growing export crops such as avocados for the west and China
Meet the ‘Natural Clean-Up Crew’ Restoring Lake Tahoe’s Clarity
Lake Tahoe – the iconic lake shared by California and Nevada – is the clearest it’s been in 40 years. The reason? Partly a comeback from the “natural clean-up crew” of the native zooplankton Daphnia and Bosmina
UK bird numbers continue to crash as government poised to break own targets
Data shows 48% of species declined between 2015 and 2020 with woodland birds faring worst
Wild Tiger Population Rises in India
The numbers of wild tigers in India has more than doubled from 2010 to 2022, based on the All India Tiger Estimation (AITE) 2022 released this week. The 2022 count includes at least 3,167 wild tigers, up from 1,411 in 2010.
Hyundai urged to stop illegal miners using its machines in Amazon
Greenpeace report finds heavy machinery made by South Korean firm contributing to destruction of Brazilian rainforest
In a first, scientists plan to submerge pendulums in the ocean to reduce coastal erosion
The team highlights that the system could easily absorb ocean waves, and reduce the risk of coastal erosion in the near future.
Preventing Extinction: Predicting the Future to Save Our Wildlife
A new study suggests using conservation data to proactively predict and prevent species from becoming threatened, potentially benefiting up to 20% of land mammals by 2100. The research emphasizes the need for conservation approaches that respect Indigenous communities and foster human-animal coexistence.
Billionaire founder of Paul Mitchell and Patron invests in man-made coral reefs
They are majestic and beautiful and critical to the world economy. Coral reefs, often called the “rainforests of the sea,” support roughly 25% of all known marine species.
Bumblebee population increases 116 times over in ‘remarkable’ Scotland rewilding project
‘The sound of traffic and a uniform sea of barley have been replaced by the most beautiful meadows, full of wildflowers, young saplings and the buzz of bees’
Barbados Completes World’s First ‘Debt-for-Climate’ Swap
Barbados has secured the world’s first “debt-for-climate” swap to finance crucial water and sewage projects that will help the island cope with the destructive impacts of climate change.
Killer whales have found new homes in the Arctic Ocean, potentially reshaping marine ecology
The vast ice sheets that historically kept killer whales out of the Arctic Ocean are melting as the region rapidly warms.
Pollution in Delhi hits record high, cloaking city in smog
India’s capital, Delhi, imposes emergency measures including closing schools and offices and barring heavy vehicles.
Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest
Danish lawmakers on Monday agreed on a deal to plant one billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest and natural habitats over the next two decades in an effort to reduce fertilizer usage.