Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In a country where wildlife trafficking already runs rampant, conservationists fear that ransoming of animals may become a common tactic used by criminals. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/23/science/chimps-kidnapping-congo.html
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Although mountain gorillas are still an endangered species, there are signs of hope for their recovery. And gorilla tourism also benefits local communities. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/how-gorilla-tourism-can-benefit-wildlife-and-people
Published by the Department of the Interior Interior today announced that more than $31 million has been approved by the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, which will conserve wetlands and associated habitats in 18 states. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-announces-nearly-105-million-funding-wetland-conservation-projects
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Communities across the country hope to tap into funds from Democrats’ new climate law to restore coastal habitats, part of a program that emphasizes nature-based solutions. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/20/us/politics/climate-law-coastal-projects.html
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Two decades after its creation, ARPA continues to play an essential role in the conservation of this rain forest, preserving biodiversity, reducing deforestation, and supporting local livelihoods. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/celebrating-20-years-of-protecting-the-brazilian-amazon
Published by the Department of the Interior The Interior today announced a nearly $15.8 million investment in the Delaware River watershed to improve wildlife habitat and respond to climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/biden-harris-administration-investing-158-million-restore-delaware-river-watershed
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Invasive species can damage the ecosystems they wind up in. But in parts of the world, endangered predators make hearty meals out of them. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/15/science/invasive-species-pigs-crocodiles.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The announcement by the government will allow water companies to tighten conservation measures. Extreme-heat warnings have also been issued for parts of southern England and Wales. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/12/world/europe/uk-heat-wave-drought.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A study found that while some fireflies shrugged off light pollution, members of other species failed to mate even when males and females could find each other. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/11/science/firefly-light-mating.html
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Nepal is now the second country to double its wild tiger population. It’s an incredible achievement and testament to the conservation efforts of the government, partners, and local communities. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/nepal-more-than-doubles-its-wild-tiger-population
Published by the Environmental News Service BARAM, Sarawak, Malaysia, July 25, 2022 (ENS) – Indigenous Penan communities have filed a police report and erected blockades to put a permanent stop to logging of the mountain Batu […] The post Penan Stop Loggers in Culturally Sensitive Conservation Area first appeared on . Read the full article […]
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Researchers cited climate change and habitat loss. But they also said the public can help give the insects a boost. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/21/climate/monarch-butterflies-endangered-iucn.html
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Sturgeon and paddlefish—freshwater fish that have existed for hundreds of millions of years—now face extinction due mainly to the illegal trade in wild-caught caviar and meat. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/heavily-poached-sturgeon-slip-toward-extinction
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Climate change, habitat loss, invasive species, pollution and mining have contributed to a drastic decline in the populations of some wildlife species. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/19/world/australia/environment-report.html
Published by the Environmental News Service SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 18, 2022 (ENS) – In a win for conservationists and wildlife, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has ordered new Environmental Protection Agency […] The post Court Orders Toxics Reviewed for Endangered Species Impact first appeared on . Read the full article […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund With fewer than 150 individuals, tigers in Malaysia are on the brink of extinction. So imagine the surprise and joy when tiger conservationists spotted a tigress with four cubs. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/camera-traps-capture-mother-tiger-with-four-cubs
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Covid precautions created a global slowdown in human activity — and an opportunity to learn more about the complex ways we affect other species. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/16/science/pandemic-nature-anthropause.html
Published by the Environmental News Service WASHINGTON, DC, July 13, 2022 (ENS) – Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland today announced the establishment of the Lost Trail Conservation Area in northwest Montana as the 568th and […] The post MONTANA: New Wildlife Refuge Conserves Elk, Bear Lynx Habitat first appeared on . Read the full […]
Published by the Department of the Interior Secretary Haaland today announced the establishment of the Lost Trail Conservation Area in Northwest Montana as the newest unit of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretary-haaland-announces-expansion-national-wildlife-refuge-system-lost-trail
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Once hunted to the brink of extinction, fin whales in the Southern Ocean have rebounded and returned to their historic feeding grounds, according to a new survey. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/07/climate/fin-whales-antarctica.html