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Kenya’s growing towns are leaving elephants with nowhere to go

In Oldonyiro, Kenya, expanding settlements are increasingly clashing with elephants over land and resources, threatening both species. This conflict highlights the urgent need for coexistence strategies as human populations grow.

Australia must put politics aside and pass nature laws that benefit the economy and the environment. We owe it to our kids | Zoe Daniel

Australia's orange-bellied parrot, with only 50 left in the wild, is on the brink of extinction. This highlights the urgent need for effective environmental legislation to protect endangered species and promote economic sustainability.

After the Floods: Saving Spain’s Turtles

Carla leads efforts to protect sea turtles in flood-damaged Valencia as climate change and tourism threaten their nesting habitats. This matters because the survival of the species is at stake due to environmental degradation.

Nigeria passes tough new wildlife law; enforcement doubts remain

Nigeria's Parliament passed a new wildlife law to combat illegal trafficking, imposing severe penalties. This legislation is crucial for conservation efforts but faces skepticism regarding enforcement capabilities.

In search of a real wild date (cartoon)

The Afro-Asian wildcat is threatened by hybridization with domestic cats and habitat loss. This matters as it complicates conservation efforts for this species.

Country diary: Inside the hide, waiting for godwits | Mya Bambrick

Black-tailed godwits return to Poole Harbour for winter feeding, highlighting the area's ecological significance. Their presence underscores the importance of preserving such habitats for migratory bird species.

Country diary: A landscape transforming in front of my eyes | John Gilbey

A riverside walk along Afon Mawddach reveals dramatic changes in the landscape due to weather conditions. This transformation highlights the beauty and unpredictability of nature during autumn.

Carnivorous ‘death ball’ sponge among new species found in depths of Southern Ocean

Researchers found 30 new deep-sea species, including a carnivorous 'death ball' sponge, highlighting the Southern Ocean's rich biodiversity and the need for further exploration.

Australia celebrates ‘humpback comeback,’ but a main food source is under threat

Australia's humpback whale population has surged to 50,000 from a few hundred, highlighting conservation success. However, the key food source, Antarctic krill, is now threatened by industrial fishing, raising concerns for marine ecosystems.

Virus outbreak deepens rift over return of Spix’s macaw to Brazil

Seven Spix’s macaws in Brazil tested positive for circovirus, jeopardizing their reintroduction efforts. This outbreak raises concerns about the health of both captive and wild populations.

Has Uganda done enough to prevent pollution of Lake Albert by oil drilling? (commentary)

Uganda's oil drilling near Lake Albert threatens water quality and wildlife, raising concerns for local communities relying on the lake. This situation matters as it highlights the potential environmental impact of oil exploration in sensitive...

International Gibbon Day: Spotlighting the overlooked, underprotected ‘lesser apes’

On International Gibbon Day, awareness is raised about gibbons, the lesser-known endangered primates, emphasizing their ecological importance and the threats they face from habitat loss and wildlife trafficking.