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Tiny new marsupial species, not seen in two decades, confirmed from museum specimens
The tiny mouse-like carnivore has been named the Arnhem Plateau planigale (Planigale petrophila) after the area where…
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Zero roadkill as Amazon canopy bridges secure 15,000 crossings
He was on his way to Kaetés Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN), in the Atlantic Forest, where he monitors wildlife and roadkill in the region. Suddenly, he spotted the lifeless body of a primate on the pavement.…
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Our Ocean Conference in Kenya ends with $6.4 billion in pledges, review of past promises
The Our Ocean Conference in Kenya ended with over $6.4 billion in pledges for ocean conservation and more than 300…
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Bangladesh tests a return to the wild for extinct peafowl populations
But experts warn against rushing the release, noting that because the species has long been extinct in the wild in…
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Chewing sounds can help decode an animal’s diet using AI, new study finds
An artificial intelligence model can now answer that question by listening to sounds of the animal chewing on food.…
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Can deforestation predict Ebola outbreaks? Q&A with CDC’s Carson Telford
Researchers from the CDC have developed a machine learning model to predict Ebola outbreaks based on environmental…
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The European wildcat is back. In some places.
The European wildcat is experiencing a mixed recovery across Europe. In the Czech Republic, conservationists have…
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Chimpanzees vs. a mega railway
The Simandou corridor railway project in Guinea is threatening the habitat of endangered western chimpanzees. This…
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Hidden ‘bubble cave’ may help world’s rarest seal steer clear of humans: Study
Researchers have discovered that rare Mediterranean monk seals use a hidden 'bubble cave' on the Greek islet of…
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What is happening to Thailand’s famous giant nets
The traditional fishing practice of using Yo Yak lift nets in Songkhla Lake, Thailand, is facing challenges due to…
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IMF lending programs causing deforestation should be rethought (commentary)
Recent research indicates that IMF lending programs contribute to increased deforestation in countries receiving…
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Report alleges élite ties behind logging permits in Cameroon’s Ebo Forest
A report by a Swiss advocacy group alleges that a timber company logging in Cameroon’s Ebo Forest has connections to…
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‘World’s deepest banner protest’ launched at the bottom of the sea
Greenpeace has conducted the world's deepest banner protest at a depth of over 2,300 meters in the Norwegian Sea. The…
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As economic case for deep-sea mining weakens, industry should halt urgency to begin operation (commentary)
The economic justification for deep-sea mining is increasingly being challenged, raising questions about its urgency.…
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Loopholes undermine palm oil industry’s antideforestation pledges
Despite the palm oil industry's commitment to 'No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation' (NDPE) policies,…
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A ‘symphony’ of wildlife suggests carbon financing is working in Sierra Leone
A study in Sierra Leone's Gola Rainforest National Park indicates that the REDD+ financing program is beneficial for…
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US prepares to auction leases for seabed mining blocks in federal waters
The U.S. government is set to auction leases for deep-sea mining in federal waters, marking a significant move towards…
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Building bridges for human-wildlife coexistence: Interview with Yap Jo Leen
Yap Jo Leen, a conservationist, initiated the Langur Project Penang to protect endangered dusky langurs from road…
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Tracking Lucero: Scientists follow a rare Eastern Pacific leatherback sea turtle
Scientists have tagged a rare Eastern Pacific leatherback sea turtle named Lucero to study her migration and feeding…
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Kenyan agency responds to protests rejecting proposed nuclear power plant near Lake Victoria
Kenya's Nuclear Power and Energy Agency is responding to local protests against a proposed nuclear power plant near…
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Indonesia seizes mercury shipment bound for illegal mines in the Philippines
Indonesian authorities seized a large shipment of mercury intended for illegal mines in the Philippines. The mercury,…
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Nepal’s rhododendron tourism sparks unchecked liquor trade concerns
The sale of unlicensed rhododendron liquor has surged in Nepal's Tinjure-Milke-Jaljale region, coinciding with a…
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Asia’s overlooked leopard cat
The leopard cat, a small and nocturnal wildcat found across Asia, is often overlooked despite its widespread presence.…
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Polar bears off the ice: Photo of the week
A recent photo series captures polar bears on Kolyuchin Island, Russia, where they have taken refuge in abandoned…
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Brazil has protected much of the Amazon. It now has to pay for it.
Brazil has established a significant protected-area system, particularly in the Amazon, but faces substantial funding…
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Carbon cowboys and unpaid pledges: Ex-Gabon environment minister Lee White on conservation in Africa
Lee White, the former environment minister of Gabon, emphasizes the importance of the Congo Basin for Africa's water…
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China solar exports hit all-time record in March as Africa, Asia demand jumps
China's solar exports reached a record high in March 2026, driven by increased demand from Africa and Asia. The 68…
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In India’s Nagaland, communities turn to Indigenous law to protect pangolins
In Nagaland, India, communities are implementing Indigenous laws to protect pangolins from hunting. The United Sangtam…
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Great Koala National Park tests whether protected forests can stay connected
Australia's Great Koala National Park aims to connect fragmented eucalyptus forests to support koala populations. The…
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The most underfunded climate opportunities may be at sea
The Philanthropy Asia Summit highlighted the significant gap in funding for ocean-climate solutions despite the…
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Will my president save the Amazon? (commentary)
Voters in Brazil, Peru, and Colombia are set to elect new presidents, which could significantly impact the Amazon…
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Mike Salisbury, wildlife filmmaker who made plants behave like characters, has died, aged 84
Mike Salisbury, a pioneering wildlife filmmaker, passed away at the age of 84. He was instrumental in creating…
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West Asia conflict brings Norwegian marine research vessel back to Sri Lanka
The Norwegian research vessel Fridtjof Nansen was redirected to Sri Lanka due to the West Asia conflict, allowing for…
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Why are people buying pet ants?
Ants are becoming a popular choice for pets due to their low maintenance and complex behaviors. However, this trend…
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Rhino-poaching suspect, repeatedly freed on bail, shot dead in South Africa
Joseph 'Big Joe' Nyalungu, an alleged rhino-poaching kingpin, was shot dead near Kruger National Park on May 16. He…
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Kenyan communities protest planned nuclear plant near Lake Victoria
Residents of Sakwa, Kenya, protested against the government's plan to build a nuclear power plant near Lake Victoria.…
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‘Corporate capture’ of critical minerals risks repeating DRC’s extractive past, warns indigenous leader
The Cobalt Institute hosted a conference in Madrid to discuss the cobalt industry, which is crucial for the green…
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Givaldo Santos, Kaiowá and Guarani leader, was killed on May 1st, aged 40
Givaldo Santos, a leader of the Kaiowá and Guarani community, was shot dead on May 1st in the Taquaperi Reserve. His…
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World Turtle Day: Important conservation wins amid turtle extinction crisis
World Turtle Day highlights the urgent conservation needs of turtles and tortoises, with over half of the species…
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In Kyrgyzstan, a climate-ready corridor gives snow leopards and herders room to roam
Kyrgyzstan has established the Ak Ilbirs ecological corridor to support snow leopards and other wildlife as climate…
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Nepal prepares to hand over mega zoo project to conservation body
Nepal is preparing to transfer a zoo project to the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) after nearly a…
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‘Same dangerous project’: Fury after Indonesia revives disputed mine
Indonesia's environment ministry has reapproved a controversial zinc and lead mine in North Sumatra, despite previous…
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What drives the trafficking of gibbons? Conservationists shed light on demand
Conservationists are highlighting the increasing demand for gibbons, which has led to record seizures in 2025. The…
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Slow lorises struggle to survive in the wild after captivity
A recent study reveals that rescued Bengal slow lorises struggle to survive after being released into the wild. Out of…
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Three Thai nationals suspected of smuggling Galápagos iguanas arrested in Ecuador
Three Thai nationals were arrested in Ecuador for allegedly smuggling Galápagos iguanas. The Ecuadorian National…
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Ebola outbreak reaches major cities in DR Congo, Uganda amid fears of regional spread
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has raised concerns as it spreads to major cities,…
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Nine killed at illegal mine in latest Sumatra landslide tragedy as gold surge continues
A landslide at an illegal gold mine in West Sumatra, Indonesia, resulted in the deaths of nine miners on May 14. The…
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Artisanal mines in Brazil a front for gold laundering, investigation shows
An investigation reveals that nearly half of the small-scale gold mines in Brazil's Amazon may be laundering gold from…
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Shot for defending the sea, Norlan Pagal kept watching from shore
Norlan Pagal dedicated over a decade to protecting the Tañon Strait from illegal fishing. Despite being paralyzed from…
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More than 1,000 uncharted coral reefs mapped in vast, understudied northern Australia
Scientists have mapped over 1,000 previously uncharted coral reefs in northern Australia using a new satellite imagery…
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