Tag: Biodiversity
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European wildcats could return to England: feasibility study sparks cautious optimism
Study suggests wildcat reintroduction is feasible in south-west England The long-quiet borders of rural England may soon see a familiar, but long-mormed, presence: the European wildcat. A comprehensive two-year study assessing the feasibility of reintroducing the species to south-west England has concluded that the project is viable, with broad public support among local communities. While…
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European Wildcats Could Roam England Again: Reintroduction Feasible After 100-Year Gap
England Considers a Return for European Wildcats In a landmark moment for conservation, a two-year study in southwest England suggests that reintroducing the European wildcat could be feasible after more than a century of absence. The research indicates that suitable habitat, prey availability, and a supportive local community create a realistic path forward for restoring…
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EU Grants Ghana €2.4 Million to Restore Threatened Forest Reserves
Overview: EU funding targets forest restoration in Ghana The European Union has announced a €2.4 million grant to support four forest restoration projects across Ghana. The initiative comes in response to widespread deforestation driven in part by illegal mining activities, also known as galamsey. By backing on-the-ground restoration, the EU aims to rebuild degraded landscapes,…
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EU grants Ghana €2.4m to revive forests amid illegal mining crisis
Europe supports Ghana’s fight to restore damaged forests The European Union has stepped forward with a €2.4 million grant to Ghana to support four forest restoration projects across the country. The funding, announced amid ongoing concerns about the environmental damage caused by illegal mining and agricultural pressure, aims to accelerate forest recovery, protect biodiversity, and…
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Cheetah Cub Cam Captures Births: Four Cubs Born During Shutdown at Smithsonian Facility
Four Cheetah Cubs Born During Shutdown: A Surprise at Smithsonian In a recent turn of events that blends wildlife conservation with public engagement, four cheetah cubs were born at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) in Front Royal, Virginia, during the government shutdown. The newborns have since become part of a live display, accessible to…
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Global Wildlife for Climate Action: Africa at COP31
Background: A new climate-forward wildlife initiative A coalition of African leaders has agreed to champion a landmark policy movement: the Global Wildlife for Climate Action Declaration. The declaration aims to elevate wildlife preservation and biodiversity considerations within global climate strategies, signaling a shift toward nature-centered climate leadership. The plan is to unveil the declaration at…
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African Leaders Pave Way for Global Wildlife for Climate Action Declaration at COP31
Background: A Cohesive African Push for Wildlife Integrity The idea of a Global Wildlife for Climate Action Declaration is gaining traction among African leaders who, at a recent side event during COP30 in Belém, Brazil, signaled their intent to push this framework forward. The move reflects a growing consensus across the continent that wildlife preservation…
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Hornet Nests Found 100m Apart on Auckland’s North Shore: What Residents Need to Know
Hornet Nests Found 100m Apart on Auckland’s North Shore Two yellow-legged hornet nests, discovered just over 100 metres apart on Auckland’s North Shore, have been removed by authorities. The finds highlight the ongoing challenge posed by invasive hornets to health, biodiversity, and local beekeeping. While responders acted quickly, experts warn that more nests could be…
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World’s Largest Spider Web Found in Albania-Greece Cave, Housing 110,000 Arachnids
What Was Found? Scientists have identified what may be the world’s largest-known spider’s web, discovered inside a cave along the Albania–Greece border. The immense structure is estimated to house around 110,000 arachnids, a staggering number that highlights the extraordinary biodiversity hidden within subterranean spaces. Researchers confirmed that two different spider species were peacefully coexisting within…
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Two Hornet Nests Found on Auckland’s North Shore: A Growing Threat to Health and Biodiversity
Two Hornet Nests Found 100m Apart on Auckland’s North Shore Authorities on Auckland’s North Shore have removed two yellow-legged hornet nests found just over 100 metres apart. The discovery underscores growing concerns about these aggressive predators, which are known to threaten human health, native biodiversity, and honey bees. Local officials say swift removal reduces risks…