Category Biodiversity

A significant report detailing the status of the Amazon's migratory catfish was launched at the Pantanal Biopark in Brazil. This event marked a push for new protections for the iconic species.

Lee White, the former Environment Minister of Gabon, has spoken about the complexities of conservation in Africa. His insights emerged during discussions at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, which focused on energy transition and international financial aid.

Australia's proposed Great Koala National Park aims to protect koalas by ensuring connected habitats. This initiative tests whether large, protected forests can effectively support koala populations over the long term.

The upcoming presidential elections in Brazil, Peru, and Colombia hold significant implications for the Amazon rainforest. These nations collectively house a vast majority of the world's largest tropical forest, impacting global climate stability.

May 23 marks World Turtle Day, highlighting the critical threats to turtles, tortoises, and terrapins. Despite facing an extinction crisis, recent conservation successes offer glimmers of hope for these ancient reptiles.

A new climate-ready corridor in Kyrgyzstan is providing vital space for both elusive snow leopards and local herders. This initiative addresses the challenges of monitoring these 'ghosts of the mountains' in rugged terrain and aims to foster coexistence.

Artificial intelligence is being deployed to monitor orca vocalizations in real time, aiming to minimize their exposure to disruptive underwater noise pollution in critical habitats.

Ecuadorian authorities have arrested three Thai nationals suspected of smuggling endangered Galápagos marine iguanas. The reptiles were discovered concealed within handbags at an international airport, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade.

Innovative survey methods are shedding new light on the rich biodiversity of Madagascar. Conservation efforts are being informed by these advanced techniques, moving beyond traditional indicator species tracking.

Renowned seagrass scientist Monica Montefalcone passed away in a diving accident in the Maldives. She dedicated her career to studying marine ecosystems, particularly the vital role of seagrass meadows.