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#wildlife-protection

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Admire Seals From Afar, or Pay The Price

Wildlife officials urge New Yorkers to admire seals from a distance to avoid harming them and facing fines.

fromABC7 Chicago

6 hours ago

Portland

Baby seal stabbed on Oregon coast prompts search for suspect

NOAA is investigating a baby seal stabbing incident in Neskowin, Oregon, and seeks information about the assailant.

more#marine-mammals

#biodiversity

7 hours ago

San Jose Sharks

The 'Galapagos of Argentina' Has a New National Park With 60 Islands and Isletsand It's Teeming With Marine Life

Patagonia Azul Provincial Park significantly enhances marine conservation efforts along Argentina's coast, protecting diverse wildlife and ecosystems.

fromHigh Country News

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Environment

'We're the stewards of the earth' - High Country News

The shrub-steppe is a fragile but resilient biome crucial for biodiversity and environmental stewardship.

7 hours ago

San Jose Sharks

The 'Galapagos of Argentina' Has a New National Park With 60 Islands and Isletsand It's Teeming With Marine Life

Patagonia Azul Provincial Park significantly enhances marine conservation efforts along Argentina's coast, protecting diverse wildlife and ecosystems.

fromHigh Country News

Environment

'We're the stewards of the earth' - High Country News

The shrub-steppe is a fragile but resilient biome crucial for biodiversity and environmental stewardship.

NYC food

Who Would Steal New York City's Pigeons? Mother Pigeon Thought She Knew.

Pigeons are being stolen from NYC streets, sparking concern among activists.

Activists suspect local pet store owners are behind the pigeon thefts.

The theft of pigeons links back to illegal live shooting sports.

Pigeons have been stolen in NYC with increasing frequency.

UK news

Drone wars erupt in countryside as foxhunting battles turn hi-tech

Drone technology is increasingly used in the conflict surrounding foxhunting, both by hunters and saboteurs.

NYC food

4 days ago

Who Would Steal New York City's Pigeons? Mother Pigeon Thought She Knew.

Pigeons are being stolen from NYC streets, sparking concern among activists.

Activists suspect local pet store owners are behind the pigeon thefts.

The theft of pigeons links back to illegal live shooting sports.

Pigeons have been stolen in NYC with increasing frequency.

UK news

Drone wars erupt in countryside as foxhunting battles turn hi-tech

Drone technology is increasingly used in the conflict surrounding foxhunting, both by hunters and saboteurs.

Endangered frog dads travel 7,000 miles to 'give birth'

Conservation efforts led to the birth of 33 Southern Darwin's froglets in the UK, helping to protect the species from extinction.

Environment

How Maryland Hit Its 30x30 Goal

Maryland successfully protected nearly 1.9 million acres of land, achieving its conservation goal ahead of schedule.

5 days ago

Environment

Sand groomers v turtles: how wildlife is falling foul of the demand for Insta-perfect beaches

Beach tourism in Puglia is threatening loggerhead sea turtle populations by disrupting their natural nesting and hatching processes.

fromNew York Post

Environment

Man treks 53 miles in bird costume to raise awareness about endangered species

A bird lover walked 53 miles in a handmade Eurasian Curlew costume to raise awareness for the endangered bird in the UK.

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fromwww.bbc.com

Endangered frog dads travel 7,000 miles to 'give birth'

Conservation efforts led to the birth of 33 Southern Darwin's froglets in the UK, helping to protect the species from extinction.

Environment

How Maryland Hit Its 30x30 Goal

Maryland successfully protected nearly 1.9 million acres of land, achieving its conservation goal ahead of schedule.

5 days ago

Environment

Sand groomers v turtles: how wildlife is falling foul of the demand for Insta-perfect beaches

Beach tourism in Puglia is threatening loggerhead sea turtle populations by disrupting their natural nesting and hatching processes.

fromNew York Post

Environment

Man treks 53 miles in bird costume to raise awareness about endangered species

A bird lover walked 53 miles in a handmade Eurasian Curlew costume to raise awareness for the endangered bird in the UK.

more#conservation

UK politics

1 week ago

Labour's great nature sellout is the worst attack on England's ecosystems I've seen in my lifetime | George Monbiot

The new government bill poses a severe threat to England's ecosystems by dismantling vital environmental protections.

#environmental-policy

Environment

Destroying endangered species' habitat wouldn't count as 'harm' under proposed Trump rule

The Trump administration's proposal risks undermining the Endangered Species Act by narrowing the definition of harm, potentially endangering crucial wildlife habitats.

Science

Monarch butterflies will get federal protections as a threatened species

Federal protections for monarch butterflies are being extended due to population decline and climate change threats.

UK politics

Wild Things: Wind turbine menace

The UK Government is testing black-painted wind turbines to reduce bird collisions, a revelation that highlights the long-standing threat turbines pose to wildlife.

Environment

Destroying endangered species' habitat wouldn't count as 'harm' under proposed Trump rule

The Trump administration's proposal risks undermining the Endangered Species Act by narrowing the definition of harm, potentially endangering crucial wildlife habitats.

Science

Monarch butterflies will get federal protections as a threatened species

Federal protections for monarch butterflies are being extended due to population decline and climate change threats.

more#environmental-policy

UK politics

Wild Things: Wind turbine menace

The UK Government is testing black-painted wind turbines to reduce bird collisions, a revelation that highlights the long-standing threat turbines pose to wildlife.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Parenting

VIDEO: Elephants at San Diego Zoo huddle to protect calves during earthquake

Elephants at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park exhibited protective behavior during a 5.2-magnitude earthquake.

#oil-spill

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NYC politics

'Some type of oil spill' discovered in Staten Island pond; residents raise alarm about polluted area

A suspected oil spill is polluting a pond near Tottenville High School, alarming residents and threatening local wildlife.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London politics

Fresh concerns for wildlife after reports of second oil spill in River Wandle in two months

There are renewed concerns about oil spills in the River Wandle, raising alarms over pollution control and infrastructure.

fromsilive

NYC politics

'Some type of oil spill' discovered in Staten Island pond; residents raise alarm about polluted area

A suspected oil spill is polluting a pond near Tottenville High School, alarming residents and threatening local wildlife.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London politics

Fresh concerns for wildlife after reports of second oil spill in River Wandle in two months

There are renewed concerns about oil spills in the River Wandle, raising alarms over pollution control and infrastructure.

Influencer's Wielding of Wild Wombat Incurs Wrath of a Nation

Australia unites in outrage over an American influencer's act of animal cruelty, demonstrating strong bipartisan condemnation.

London politics

Teens treat wildlife like online trophies' in south east London catapult attacks

Animal attacks by slingshot have surged in southeast London and north Kent, with reports occurring almost daily in local parks.

London politics

Fox found dead in Orpington garden after being shot twice with catapult

Animal cruelty incidents targeting wildlife are on the rise, prompting calls for action and public awareness.

UK news

Influencer's Wielding of Wild Wombat Incurs Wrath of a Nation

Australia unites in outrage over an American influencer's act of animal cruelty, demonstrating strong bipartisan condemnation.

London politics

Teens treat wildlife like online trophies' in south east London catapult attacks

Animal attacks by slingshot have surged in southeast London and north Kent, with reports occurring almost daily in local parks.

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London politics

Fox found dead in Orpington garden after being shot twice with catapult

Animal cruelty incidents targeting wildlife are on the rise, prompting calls for action and public awareness.

Paris food

EXPLAINED: The rules for cutting your hedge in France

In France, it's too late to trim hedges as mid-March marks the start of the wildlife breeding season.

2 months ago

Remodel

When to cut hedges - experts say act soon before bird nesting season starts

Knowing when to cut hedges ensures plant health and compliance with wildlife protection laws.

fromThe Local France

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Paris food

EXPLAINED: The rules for cutting your hedge in France

In France, it's too late to trim hedges as mid-March marks the start of the wildlife breeding season.

2 months ago

Remodel

When to cut hedges - experts say act soon before bird nesting season starts

Knowing when to cut hedges ensures plant health and compliance with wildlife protection laws.

UK politics

'No cat ban in Scotland', John Swinney confirms

Scottish government rules out banning cats despite expert recommendations for their containment in certain areas due to wildlife concerns.

London politics

Protest over animals maimed and killed by catapults in Orpington park

Campaigners will raise awareness about increasing animal cruelty incidents in Priory Gardens, specifically involving catapult attacks on various wildlife.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

'No cat ban in Scotland', John Swinney confirms

Scottish government rules out banning cats despite expert recommendations for their containment in certain areas due to wildlife concerns.

London politics

Protest over animals maimed and killed by catapults in Orpington park

Campaigners will raise awareness about increasing animal cruelty incidents in Priory Gardens, specifically involving catapult attacks on various wildlife.

more#animal-welfare

#environment

UK politics

Environment secretary lambasts HS2's 100m bat shelter

HS2's bat shelter costing over £100m has sparked controversy over prioritization of wildlife over public services.

UK politics

Call for pets' toxic flea treatments to be tightly restricted in UK

Toxic flea treatments for pets should be tightly restricted to protect wildlife and waterways.

UK politics

Environment secretary lambasts HS2's 100m bat shelter

HS2's bat shelter costing over £100m has sparked controversy over prioritization of wildlife over public services.

UK politics

Call for pets' toxic flea treatments to be tightly restricted in UK

Toxic flea treatments for pets should be tightly restricted to protect wildlife and waterways.

more#environment

#hunting

France news

French hunter, 81, on trial for killing endangered bear that attacked him

An 81-year-old hunter is on trial for killing an endangered bear in self-defense during an attack in the Pyrenees.

France news

Hunter, 81, on trial for killing protected bear that mauled both his legs

An 81-year-old hunter, Andre Rives, is on trial for killing a protected bear in self-defense after being attacked.

France news

French hunter, 81, on trial for killing endangered bear that attacked him

An 81-year-old hunter is on trial for killing an endangered bear in self-defense during an attack in the Pyrenees.

France news

Hunter, 81, on trial for killing protected bear that mauled both his legs

An 81-year-old hunter, Andre Rives, is on trial for killing a protected bear in self-defense after being attacked.

US news

American influencer who snatched a baby wombat from its mother leaves Australia

Australia's government took swift action against an influencer who mishandled a baby wombat, reflecting national sentiment on wildlife protection.

fromwww.dw.com

UK news

Australia angered by clip of US influencer grabbing wombat DW 03/13/2025

An American influencer sparked outrage in Australia after filming herself grabbing a baby wombat, raising concerns about wildlife protection and social media ethics.

fromBoston.com

US news

American influencer who snatched a baby wombat from its mother leaves Australia

Australia's government took swift action against an influencer who mishandled a baby wombat, reflecting national sentiment on wildlife protection.

fromwww.dw.com

UK news

Australia angered by clip of US influencer grabbing wombat DW 03/13/2025

An American influencer sparked outrage in Australia after filming herself grabbing a baby wombat, raising concerns about wildlife protection and social media ethics.

more#public-outrage

Miscellaneous

Donald Trump Jr accused of killing protected bird in Venice lagoon

Donald Trump Jr has been reported for allegedly killing a protected duck species while hunting in Italy's Venice lagoon.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Marin County beach closed for elephant seal breeding season

Drakes Beach is closed for the elephant seal breeding season to ensure the safety of both the seals and the public.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Protections for nesting gulls (among other uniquely Californian headaches) delayed repairs to Santa Cruz wharf

Santa Cruz's wharf collapse highlights the tension between environmental protections and infrastructure maintenance, raising questions about timing and priorities.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Warning to dog walkers at Regent's Park after 'several' waterfowl injured by pets

Dog owners must keep dogs on leads near water to protect waterfowl.

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