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Biodiversity 101

The world is experiencing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, with thousands of species threatened.

Tiger-cats, sea squirts and beetles, oh my! Meet some species identified in 2024

Many species remain undiscovered on Earth, emphasizing a continuous effort to catalog biodiversity.
The clouded tiger-cat was identified as a new species through collaborative research and genetic analysis.

Bats forced out of feeding grounds by wind turbines

Wind turbines displace bats from feeding areas, posing a dilemma for renewable energy efforts.
Mitigating climate change through wind energy can inadvertently harm local bat populations.

Recently Published Book Spotlight: Global Justice and the Biodiversity Crisis

The book explores the intersection of biodiversity conservation and global justice, proposing fair approaches to addressing these interconnected crises.

Huge hummingbird, 'starry night' gecko among new species of 2024 | CBC News

The discovery of new species is crucial for understanding and protecting global biodiversity.

Ecuador's Mashpi Lodge: a model for sustainable tourism

The Choco-Andean cloud forests have been transformed from a logging site into a thriving eco-tourism destination, showcasing significant biodiversity and conservation success.

Biodiversity 101

The world is experiencing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, with thousands of species threatened.

Tiger-cats, sea squirts and beetles, oh my! Meet some species identified in 2024

Many species remain undiscovered on Earth, emphasizing a continuous effort to catalog biodiversity.
The clouded tiger-cat was identified as a new species through collaborative research and genetic analysis.

Bats forced out of feeding grounds by wind turbines

Wind turbines displace bats from feeding areas, posing a dilemma for renewable energy efforts.
Mitigating climate change through wind energy can inadvertently harm local bat populations.

Recently Published Book Spotlight: Global Justice and the Biodiversity Crisis

The book explores the intersection of biodiversity conservation and global justice, proposing fair approaches to addressing these interconnected crises.

Huge hummingbird, 'starry night' gecko among new species of 2024 | CBC News

The discovery of new species is crucial for understanding and protecting global biodiversity.

Ecuador's Mashpi Lodge: a model for sustainable tourism

The Choco-Andean cloud forests have been transformed from a logging site into a thriving eco-tourism destination, showcasing significant biodiversity and conservation success.
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#wildlife

The Seven Wonders of the World for 2025

Over ten million hectares of Bolivian Amazon, including Madidi National Park, are now protected, promoting wildlife conservation despite challenging access.

This orca's grief stunned the world. Now she's mourning the loss of another calf.

Orca mother Tahlequah experienced profound grief once again after losing her newborn calf, mirroring her previous mourning in 2018.

Wild Things: 2025 is looking bleak for wildlife

Government plans for housing and energy threaten wildlife habitats and protections.
The push for construction prioritizes human needs over ecological preservation.
UK faces a critical wildlife preservation crisis amid infrastructural developments.

San Diego Zoo float wins top award in Rose Parade

San Diego Zoo's float won the Sweepstakes Award at the Rose Parade for its depiction of pandas, symbolizing unity and conservation.

Can we find common ground? - High Country News

Readers express anxiety about political changes and their potential implications on public lands and wildlife.
There is a strong request for HCN to focus on environmental issues and the effects of policies on ecosystems.

Yellowstone's one-eyed 'Queen of the Wolves' is dead at 11

907F, known as the 'Queen of the Wolves', was a significant figure in Yellowstone due to her leadership and prolific breeding.

The Seven Wonders of the World for 2025

Over ten million hectares of Bolivian Amazon, including Madidi National Park, are now protected, promoting wildlife conservation despite challenging access.

This orca's grief stunned the world. Now she's mourning the loss of another calf.

Orca mother Tahlequah experienced profound grief once again after losing her newborn calf, mirroring her previous mourning in 2018.

Wild Things: 2025 is looking bleak for wildlife

Government plans for housing and energy threaten wildlife habitats and protections.
The push for construction prioritizes human needs over ecological preservation.
UK faces a critical wildlife preservation crisis amid infrastructural developments.

San Diego Zoo float wins top award in Rose Parade

San Diego Zoo's float won the Sweepstakes Award at the Rose Parade for its depiction of pandas, symbolizing unity and conservation.

Can we find common ground? - High Country News

Readers express anxiety about political changes and their potential implications on public lands and wildlife.
There is a strong request for HCN to focus on environmental issues and the effects of policies on ecosystems.

Yellowstone's one-eyed 'Queen of the Wolves' is dead at 11

907F, known as the 'Queen of the Wolves', was a significant figure in Yellowstone due to her leadership and prolific breeding.
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#public-lands

Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in California

Biden announces two national monuments in California to protect over 848,000 acres from energy development and drilling, highlighting environmental conservation.

How the Interior Department balances conservation, development, and trust with tribes

The Department of the Interior balances resource management with conservation across a vast range of federal lands.

Land grab or land rights? Utah eyes millions of acres of public terrain.

Control of public lands in the West is contentious, with fears it could be jeopardized under a potential Trump administration.

Here's what President Trump can (and can't) do to Calif.'s protected lands

President Biden's designation of two new national monuments underscores the ongoing struggle over federal land protections in the U.S.

The EXPLORE Act is a blueprint for bipartisan conservation legislation - High Country News

The EXPLORE Act aims to enhance outdoor recreation access and includes various conservation initiatives.
Bipartisan support was crucial for the passage of the EXPLORE Act.

Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in California

Biden announces two national monuments in California to protect over 848,000 acres from energy development and drilling, highlighting environmental conservation.

How the Interior Department balances conservation, development, and trust with tribes

The Department of the Interior balances resource management with conservation across a vast range of federal lands.

Land grab or land rights? Utah eyes millions of acres of public terrain.

Control of public lands in the West is contentious, with fears it could be jeopardized under a potential Trump administration.

Here's what President Trump can (and can't) do to Calif.'s protected lands

President Biden's designation of two new national monuments underscores the ongoing struggle over federal land protections in the U.S.

The EXPLORE Act is a blueprint for bipartisan conservation legislation - High Country News

The EXPLORE Act aims to enhance outdoor recreation access and includes various conservation initiatives.
Bipartisan support was crucial for the passage of the EXPLORE Act.
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#art

Bay Area mural celebrates 'love in action'

Julia Butterfly Hill's activism emphasizes taking action from love, not anger, for meaningful change.

Decades Ago, Students Attacked the Iron Horse.' Now It Rides Again.

The Iron Horse sculpture in Athens, GA is a controversial symbol reflecting societal debates, embodying both artistic innovation and community tension since its creation.

Bay Area mural celebrates 'love in action'

Julia Butterfly Hill's activism emphasizes taking action from love, not anger, for meaningful change.

Decades Ago, Students Attacked the Iron Horse.' Now It Rides Again.

The Iron Horse sculpture in Athens, GA is a controversial symbol reflecting societal debates, embodying both artistic innovation and community tension since its creation.
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#sustainability

Will Hawaii Implement a New Tourism Tax This Year? Here's What To Know

Hawaii plans to introduce a new 'Green Fee' for tourists to support climate resilience initiatives and conservation efforts.

There's a job that pays up to 46k for working outdoors on Hampstead Heath

The City of London Corporation seeks a Senior Ranger for waste management and sustainability operations at Hampstead Heath, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Will Hawaii Implement a New Tourism Tax This Year? Here's What To Know

Hawaii plans to introduce a new 'Green Fee' for tourists to support climate resilience initiatives and conservation efforts.

There's a job that pays up to 46k for working outdoors on Hampstead Heath

The City of London Corporation seeks a Senior Ranger for waste management and sustainability operations at Hampstead Heath, offering a competitive salary and benefits.
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Crocodiles in suburbia: Here's how they navigate South Florida - and how to stay safe

American crocodiles are adapting to urban areas in South Florida, reflecting changes in their natural territories due to human development.

India's disappearing camels: How a law to save them is wiping them out

The camel population is drastically declining in India due to legislative changes, contrasting with rising populations globally.
#national-monuments

Biden creates two vast national monuments in California during final week in office

Biden's new national monuments aim to protect wildlife and sacred lands while enhancing his conservation legacy.

Biden establishes 2 new national monuments in California, as part of final big environmental push

President Biden designated two new national monuments in California, enhancing environmental protection and honoring native tribal significance.

Biden designates two national monuments, touts climate legacy

Biden established new national monuments in California, emphasizing his commitment to environmental conservation alongside economic growth.

Biden will announce creation of two new national monuments to protect tribal lands in California

Biden is creating two national monuments in California to honor Native tribes and conserve 30% of U.S. land and waters by 2030.

Biden creates two vast national monuments in California during final week in office

Biden's new national monuments aim to protect wildlife and sacred lands while enhancing his conservation legacy.

Biden establishes 2 new national monuments in California, as part of final big environmental push

President Biden designated two new national monuments in California, enhancing environmental protection and honoring native tribal significance.

Biden designates two national monuments, touts climate legacy

Biden established new national monuments in California, emphasizing his commitment to environmental conservation alongside economic growth.

Biden will announce creation of two new national monuments to protect tribal lands in California

Biden is creating two national monuments in California to honor Native tribes and conserve 30% of U.S. land and waters by 2030.
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#ecology

Federal protection for monarch butterflies could help or harm this iconic species, depending on how it's carried out

Monarch butterflies are declining dramatically, prompting proposals for their protection under the Endangered Species Act as a threatened species.

They lived through the ice age. Can the mighty musk ox survive the heat?

Musk oxen are vital to the Arctic ecosystem, supporting both local economies and Indigenous communities.

The strange Ethiopian nectar-eating wolf: A predator that may also act as a pollinator

Ethiopian wolves demonstrate an unexpected behavior of nectar-feeding on flowers, suggesting a complex relationship with local flora.

As the Eaton Fire Still Burns, Locals Gather Seeds to Regrow

Nina Raj's seed collection embodies hope for restoring Altadena's ecology after devastating wildfires.
The adaptability of native plants is crucial for recovery and conservation efforts in wildfire-prone areas.

Federal protection for monarch butterflies could help or harm this iconic species, depending on how it's carried out

Monarch butterflies are declining dramatically, prompting proposals for their protection under the Endangered Species Act as a threatened species.

They lived through the ice age. Can the mighty musk ox survive the heat?

Musk oxen are vital to the Arctic ecosystem, supporting both local economies and Indigenous communities.

The strange Ethiopian nectar-eating wolf: A predator that may also act as a pollinator

Ethiopian wolves demonstrate an unexpected behavior of nectar-feeding on flowers, suggesting a complex relationship with local flora.

As the Eaton Fire Still Burns, Locals Gather Seeds to Regrow

Nina Raj's seed collection embodies hope for restoring Altadena's ecology after devastating wildfires.
The adaptability of native plants is crucial for recovery and conservation efforts in wildfire-prone areas.
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Look Inside the New Fourmile Mountain Bike Park in Des Moines, Iowa

Fourmile Mountain Biking Park enhances mountain biking accessibility in Iowa, featuring a diverse trail system designed for both cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts.
#marine-biology

Whales Can Live Way Longer Than Scientists Thought - If We Get Out Of The Way

Southern right whales can live past 100 years, revealing significant differences in lifespan between related whale species due to human impacts.

Humpback whales make splash in UK as sightings are reported in Sussex

Humpback whales are increasingly spotted in UK waters, indicating a potential rise in their population after near extinction.

Green crabs have invaded habitats. Sea otters might be the solution.

Sea otters effectively control green crab populations, crucial for stabilizing coastal ecosystems threatened by invasive species.

Dissecting the world's rarest whale in pictures

The collaboration between Maori representatives and scientists marks a significant step in integrating cultural ethics with scientific research.
The dissection highlights the unique biological components of the spade-toothed whale and the significance of ethical guidelines in research.

Whales Can Live Way Longer Than Scientists Thought - If We Get Out Of The Way

Southern right whales can live past 100 years, revealing significant differences in lifespan between related whale species due to human impacts.

Humpback whales make splash in UK as sightings are reported in Sussex

Humpback whales are increasingly spotted in UK waters, indicating a potential rise in their population after near extinction.

Green crabs have invaded habitats. Sea otters might be the solution.

Sea otters effectively control green crab populations, crucial for stabilizing coastal ecosystems threatened by invasive species.

Dissecting the world's rarest whale in pictures

The collaboration between Maori representatives and scientists marks a significant step in integrating cultural ethics with scientific research.
The dissection highlights the unique biological components of the spade-toothed whale and the significance of ethical guidelines in research.
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Hidden 13th c. murals of Angers Cathedral documented for the 1st time

The 13th-century murals in Angers Cathedral have been documented for the first time after being hidden behind baroque stalls for centuries.

Space-based wildlife tracker relaunches after split with Russia

ICARUS 2.0 aims to revolutionize wildlife tracking and bolster conservation efforts through advanced satellite technology.
#environmental-protection

Biden to create 2 national monuments in California, protecting tribal and natural lands

President Biden to establish two national monuments in California, protecting nearly 850,000 acres of ecologically and culturally significant tribal lands.

Whale entanglements reach 6-year high on the West Coast, report says. 'Unacceptable'

Whale entanglements off the U.S. West Coast hit a six-year high in 2024, prompting urgent calls for action to address the crisis.

How one U.S. conservationist's work is helping to preserve Chile's wilderness

Cape Froward in Chile will become a national park, emphasizing the importance of conservation in protecting Earth's wild places.

Biden to create 2 national monuments in California, protecting tribal and natural lands

President Biden to establish two national monuments in California, protecting nearly 850,000 acres of ecologically and culturally significant tribal lands.

Whale entanglements reach 6-year high on the West Coast, report says. 'Unacceptable'

Whale entanglements off the U.S. West Coast hit a six-year high in 2024, prompting urgent calls for action to address the crisis.

How one U.S. conservationist's work is helping to preserve Chile's wilderness

Cape Froward in Chile will become a national park, emphasizing the importance of conservation in protecting Earth's wild places.
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#endangered-species

Opinion: California plays a central role in monarch butterfly's survival

The monarch butterfly's proposed listing under the Endangered Species Act marks a crucial step for its conservation amid declining populations.

Grieving killer whale who carried calf's body spotted again with dead baby

The loss of Tahlequah's newborn calf J61 is a heartbreak for the critically endangered orca population.

NEW TECHNOLOGY GIVES HOPE TO SAVE ENDANGERED RIGHT WHALE

North Atlantic right whales, critically endangered, are monitored via aerial and underwater surveys, with only about 370 remaining worldwide.

London Zoo begins annual stock take with over 10,000 animals to count

London Zoo's annual stock take highlights the growth in animal populations and emphasizes conservation efforts for endangered species.

Stocktake of London Zoo's 10,000 animals begins

London Zoo conducts an annual stocktake of over 10,000 animals to aid global conservation efforts and breeding programs.

This Week In Maligned Little Fish | Defector

Two endangered fish species, the snail darter and delta smelt, highlight complex conservation challenges and societal responses to environmental issues.

Opinion: California plays a central role in monarch butterfly's survival

The monarch butterfly's proposed listing under the Endangered Species Act marks a crucial step for its conservation amid declining populations.

Grieving killer whale who carried calf's body spotted again with dead baby

The loss of Tahlequah's newborn calf J61 is a heartbreak for the critically endangered orca population.

NEW TECHNOLOGY GIVES HOPE TO SAVE ENDANGERED RIGHT WHALE

North Atlantic right whales, critically endangered, are monitored via aerial and underwater surveys, with only about 370 remaining worldwide.

London Zoo begins annual stock take with over 10,000 animals to count

London Zoo's annual stock take highlights the growth in animal populations and emphasizes conservation efforts for endangered species.

Stocktake of London Zoo's 10,000 animals begins

London Zoo conducts an annual stocktake of over 10,000 animals to aid global conservation efforts and breeding programs.

This Week In Maligned Little Fish | Defector

Two endangered fish species, the snail darter and delta smelt, highlight complex conservation challenges and societal responses to environmental issues.
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Help Choose the Winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest showcases global wildlife photography through a public voting initiative, the People's Choice Award.

2025 Pacific Orchid Exposition "Orchids in the Clouds" in GG Park (Feb. 28-Mar 2)

The Pacific Orchid Exposition showcases thousands of orchids with hands-on demonstrations, engaging activities for families, and conservation education.

Outgoing Bureau of Land Management director optimistic about public lands: 'When we save nature, we save ourselves' - High Country News

Tracy Stone-Manning has focused on rebuilding the BLM while addressing conservation versus extraction conflicts, amidst resource limitations and political shifts.

Italian mayor vows to stop sale of Neapolitan islet to wealthy speculator

The mayor of Bacoli aims to purchase Punta Pennata to protect its historical and natural significance from wealthy speculation.

SF Zoo Free Admission Day (January 2025)

The San Francisco Zoo offers free admission for residents, with the next free day on January 29, 2025.

Fat Bear Week comes super early this year with the board game adaptation Katmai

Fat Bear Week inspires a new board game where players embody bears competing for salmon in Katmai National Park.

Ed Van Put, Who Hooked Jimmy Carter on the Catskills, Dies at 88

Ed Van Put's fly-fishing trip with Jimmy Carter created a historical parallel to George Washington's crossing of the Delaware.
#biden-administration

The Biden administration has dropped protections for old-growth forests. Here's why

Biden administration halted plan to protect old-growth forests due to opposition from Republicans and the timber industry.

Biden poised to protect one of California's most unusual geologic wonders

The Chuckwalla National Monument will protect over 620,000 acres of desert land, enhancing cultural preservation and wildlife conservation.

The Biden administration has dropped protections for old-growth forests. Here's why

Biden administration halted plan to protect old-growth forests due to opposition from Republicans and the timber industry.

Biden poised to protect one of California's most unusual geologic wonders

The Chuckwalla National Monument will protect over 620,000 acres of desert land, enhancing cultural preservation and wildlife conservation.
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California couple's half-built home stirs dispute within national park

The dispute over the Amblers' house is centered on jurisdiction and permit issues involving state and federal regulations.
#wildlife-protection

$100 Million for One Square Mile: Deal to Protect Land in Grand Tetons

Wyoming's $100 million deal enables permanent protection of ecologically important land in Grand Teton National Park, securing vital wildlife migration routes.

Beddington Farmlands site still incomplete a year after completion was promised

Planned public access to the Beddington Farmlands nature reserve has been delayed, frustrating conservationists and endangering local wildlife.

$100 Million for One Square Mile: Deal to Protect Land in Grand Tetons

Wyoming's $100 million deal enables permanent protection of ecologically important land in Grand Teton National Park, securing vital wildlife migration routes.

Beddington Farmlands site still incomplete a year after completion was promised

Planned public access to the Beddington Farmlands nature reserve has been delayed, frustrating conservationists and endangering local wildlife.
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Hermit guardian of Budelli dies after three decades on paradise island

Mauro Morandi lived alone on Budelli island for over 30 years, dedicating his life to conservation before being evicted in 2021.

Heritage in Syria: Independent Groups Documenting the Country's Historic Architecture

Independent initiatives like DZHL are crucial for documenting and preserving Syria's architectural heritage amidst conflict and neglect.

Around the World on the Hudson River

John Lipscomb's enduring connection to the Hudson River and its preservation culminates in a reflective final patrol before retirement.
#human-impact

Shrinking trees and tuskless elephants: the strange ways species are adapting to humans

Human activities are driving significant evolutionary changes in plants and animals.
The peppered moth and mahogany trees illustrate adaptive responses to human influence.

Some of These Whales May Live to 150Double the Age Previously Thought

Southern right whales may live over 150 years, challenging previous lifespan assumptions, while North Atlantic right whales face severe mortality leading to an average lifespan of only 22 years.

Shrinking trees and tuskless elephants: the strange ways species are adapting to humans

Human activities are driving significant evolutionary changes in plants and animals.
The peppered moth and mahogany trees illustrate adaptive responses to human influence.

Some of These Whales May Live to 150Double the Age Previously Thought

Southern right whales may live over 150 years, challenging previous lifespan assumptions, while North Atlantic right whales face severe mortality leading to an average lifespan of only 22 years.
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Gitmo' in the Mojave: How the Marines are saving endangered desert tortoises

The desert tortoise is crucial for the Mojave Desert ecosystem and is protected at the Marine Corps base.

This Tiny Fish's Mistaken Identity Halted a Dam's Construction

The snail darter is not a separate species and represents a significant case in conservation efforts.

Chimpanzee the Hunter

Chimpanzees regularly hunt and consume meat, challenging misconceptions about their diet and behavior.
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Orca That Carried Dead Calf for Weeks Is Mourning Again

Orca mother grief reflects deep emotional bonds; recent calf loss highlights ongoing struggles of Southern Resident orcas.
#marine-life

How scientist' whales are helping uncover the secrets of climate change

Southern right whales in South Africa are rebounding due to successful conservation efforts but face new challenges posed by the Anthropocene era.

30,000 Sea Life creatures get annual health checks

The annual stocktake of Sea Life aquariums helps ensure the wellbeing of over 30,000 creatures and supports international breeding programs.

How scientist' whales are helping uncover the secrets of climate change

Southern right whales in South Africa are rebounding due to successful conservation efforts but face new challenges posed by the Anthropocene era.

30,000 Sea Life creatures get annual health checks

The annual stocktake of Sea Life aquariums helps ensure the wellbeing of over 30,000 creatures and supports international breeding programs.
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Florida's manatees are actually relative newcomers, historical research suggests

Manatees, previously thought to be native to Florida, are actually seasonal visitors driven by temperature changes, impacting conservation strategies.

Medieval tower at Corfe Castle reopened to public after 378 years - Medievalists.net

The King's Tower at Corfe Castle is now open to visitors for the first time in 400 years, featuring a new viewing platform.

How the Duck Stamp Became One of the Most Successful Conservation Tools in U.S. History

The Federal Duck Stamp Contest draws diverse participants and spectators, showcasing unique art while promoting wildlife conservation.

The Bald Eagle Is (Finally) the National Bird of the United States

The bald eagle has been officially designated as the national bird of the United States, symbolizing independence and strength.

Painstaking work to conserve Ireland's oldest paper documents begins

Efforts are ongoing to conserve one of Ireland's oldest ecclesiastical registers, highlighting the importance of preserving historical documents.

4 Tips for Planning a Positive-impact Safari, According to a Top Travel Advisor

Travel sustainably by choosing a conservation-focused agency and supporting lesser-known safari destinations.

Guest Opinion: Hope For Right Whales

Hope involves planning and perseverance despite obstacles.
The right whale population showed a slight increase in 2023, yet challenges remain due to human impacts.
Teamwork and community support are essential for fostering hope and achieving goals.

The Best Things We Saw In 2024 | Defector

The Monterey Bay Aquarium offers a meaningful and transformative experience, highlighting the joys of adult appreciation for nature and conservation.
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