#wildlife-conservation

#wildlife-conservation

Wildfires that have raged through one of Africa's largest national parks were under control, Namibia's government has said, amid criticisms from citizen firefighters over the lack of a national disaster response mechanism and limited resources. Fire broke out in Etosha national park, in the arid desert nation's north, on 22 September. The government said it suspected charcoal production next to the park, which is home to 114 mammal species including the critically endangered black rhino, was to blame.

On Sunday 22 September, The Savoy's historic Lancaster Ballroom was taken over by Condé Nast Traveller and the award-winning Indian single malt Godawan for a resplendent dinner to inaugurate its new limited-edition, Godawan 173, which is made in Rajasthan and highlights its unique environment, wildlife, art and craftsmanship. CNT's global editorial director, Divia Thani, and Diageo's interim CEO, Nik Jhangiani, hosted the evening - a highlight of which was Bollywood star Sonam Kapoor's receiving the first bottle and pledging funds towards the conservation of the endangered bird after whom the drink is named (Godawan is also known as the Great Indian Bustard and was once a contender for India's national bird).

While trying to use bear spray, he sustained "significant but not life-threatening injuries to his chest and left arm," according to officials. National Park Service medics responded to the scene, and the victim was able to walk with them to the trailhead, where he was loaded into an ambulance and taken to a nearby clinic. From there, a helicopter flew him to a hospital. He was released Wednesday.

A vaccine has been approved to help protect koalas against chlamydia, a measure researchers are hailing as a world-first in fighting the disease that is a leading cause of death for the beloved marsupials.

Spain is a top destination for eco-conscious travelers. The country is home to the most biosphere reserves in the world, is a global leader on Blue Flag beaches and is working towards protecting 30 percent of its marine areas by 2030. And, with the second-longest high-speed rail network in the world, low-impact travel between Spanish destinations is easier than ever.

The ACK Deer Management Project aims to reduce the deer population through hunting and provide venison to alleviate food insecurity, with the potential to supply 75,000 meals. The large deer population is causing ecological strain, spreading diseases, and leading to frequent collisions on the island's roads. Wildlife officials recognize the necessity of expanding the deer harvest to manage ecosystems effectively and support the community.

The 2025 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition celebrated its 22nd year by showcasing breathtaking images that reveal the delicate beauty of the natural world. Western Australian photographer Ross Gudgeon won top honors with a mesmerizing macro shot of cauliflower soft coral, praised for its originality and use of advanced underwater technology.

Whereas previous Tamagotchi devices felt like they bestowed a personal challenge on players to keep individual characters alive and in their care as long as possible, Tamagotchi Paradise places more of an emphasis on populating, rewarding you for nurturing a revolving door of new characters that you will ultimately release to the peaceful wild. In a sense, Tamagotchi Paradise completely reimagines the classic toy not as a pet-keeping experience, but something more akin to wildlife conservation. It's really cool.

Best friends Eva Wishart and Emily Smith had become devoted to harvest mice, and were upset, a couple of years ago, to find out the species is threatened in England due to farming practices and habitat loss. The two girls took matters into their own hands and decided to replenish local harvest mice stocks themselves. In the two years since, they have bred dozens of the tiny rodents in their garages and on Wednesday they released 250 of them into a nature reserve near Wishart's home.

Our Wildlife Conservation Expo is an event that sheds light on our planet's most fascinating animals and the humans devoted to protecting them. Passionate conservationists from around the world take the stage to share firsthand accounts of their experiences working on the frontlines of conservation. Meet them in person, connect with a global community of wildlife lovers, and learn the newest innovations and discoveries in protecting endangered wildlife.

The first sight of the hotel is always the most exhilarating. An unfamiliar slice of paradise which is soon to become home, if only for a week or two, reviving you from the depths of drowsy, disoriented travel. My journey from London to Islas Secas resort had exceeded the 24-hour milestone (including a leisurely overnight stay in Panama City). The final leg involved climbing into a compact, 15-seater Twin Otter plane, exclusive to resort guests, and zooming over to our island home.

The Trust for Public Land purchased the 5,843-acre Coast Dairies property in 1998 for $44.5 million, preserving its rural character for public enjoyment.

Violeta, an 18-month-old Mexican spider monkey, was poached and smuggled into California. Handlers at the Oakland Zoo are teaching her essential monkey behaviors.

Rep. Troy E. Nehls introduced a resolution to halt a plan to kill 450,000 barred owls over three decades, aimed at protecting threatened spotted owls.

Arnav Singhal and Parham Pourahmad, both 15, lead the Silicon Valley Wildlife Group, which focuses on education and coexistence between humans and local wildlife.

"We have to respond to the widespread and prolonged dry weather affecting our region. In our case, this means a hosepipe ban for our customers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, to protect the health of our amazing chalk streams, which as one of the rarest habitats on Earth has been compared to the Amazon rainforest."

"Dollars that come from tiger safaris must go into the surrounding communities," he said.

In the early 1900s, tourists flocked to Yellowstone National Park for a grotesque spectacle: grizzly bears raiding cafeteria scraps from landfills, posing risks to humans.

The construction of a massive airport in the Everglades was halted in 1970 due to public outcry over environmental degradation being caused by human development.

The recent census revealing that India’s wild lion population has increased to 891 is overshadowed by child safety concerns and human-animal conflicts that remain unresolved.

Red kites, along with all birds of prey, are protected in Northern Ireland under the Wildlife (Northern Ireland) Order. This case is not the first time we have had reports of this nature in this same area, with similar incidents involving poisoned birds.

TfL's efforts to create wildlife-friendly verges have led to the introduction of 130,000m2 of wildflower spaces, enhancing biodiversity and public green spaces.

"This year's chicks will eventually help increase the genetic diversity of the wild population of condors," Denise Verret, chief executive and director of the Los Angeles Zoo, said in a news release.

Local wildlife advocates have urged caution among boaters after a 700-pound leatherback sea turtle washed ashore on Martha's Vineyard, marking a worrying seasonal stranding.

The cub was about six feet down so I went down on a ladder. I had a crowd of people from the hospital watching me and one of them lowered the basket down to me.

The Ilha de Queimada Grande, or Snake Island, houses 4,000 lethal golden lancehead vipers, making the Brazilian government prohibit access due to safety concerns.