Tag #Conservation

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EU Lowers Wolf Protection Status; Bavaria Deadlocked on Management

The European Union recently lowered the protection status of wolves, prompting Bavarian Minister Aiwanger to push for including wolves in the Bavarian hunting law, while Minister Kaniber advocates for a federal solution, creating a political stalemate.

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Record Corncrake Count on Rathlin Island Marks Conservation Success

A record-breaking six male corncrakes were counted on Rathlin Island this breeding season, marking a major step in protecting the species and largely attributed to an RSPB NI volunteer-led habitat restoration project that began in 2010.

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Florida Plans Controversial Black Bear Hunt

Florida's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) plans a three-week black bear hunt in December, aiming to kill almost 200 bears, despite opposition from wildlife advocates who cite outdated population data and concerns about inhumane hunting practices, echoing the 2015 hunt where almost 10...

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One Million Species Face Extinction: Human Activities Drive Biodiversity Crisis

One million species face extinction, with 50% potentially disappearing by 2100 due to human activities like habitat loss, climate change, overexploitation, pollution, and invasive species; 84% of terrestrial endemics could vanish by 2100.

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V&A East Storehouse: Unprecedented Public Access to 250,000 Artifacts

The V&A's new £65 million East Storehouse in London's Olympic Park provides unprecedented public access to 250,000 artifacts, showcasing conservation efforts and featuring a striking display of Robin Hood Gardens remnants alongside historical pieces, highlighting the museum's evolving role.

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Quality Education
zeit.de
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Insect Biodiversity Study Launched Along Germany's Green Belt

A new research project will study insect biodiversity along Germany's 1,400-kilometer Green Belt, a former border strip, to support its UNESCO World Heritage nomination and improve conservation efforts, with a focus on rare butterflies and wild bees.

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Chile's Biodiversity: High Economic Value, Low Investment

Chile's economy heavily relies on biodiversity (17% of GDP, 55% of exports), but public spending on its conservation remains low (0.36% of public expenditure, 0.09% of GDP), despite its global importance as a biodiversity hotspot, highlighting a need for increased investment and innovative financing...

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Biodiversity Crisis: 73% Decline in Vertebrate Populations Highlights Urgent Need for Action

A 73% decline in global vertebrate populations over 50 years, coupled with a lack of taxonomic expertise and public disconnect from nature, is hindering effective biodiversity conservation efforts, requiring increased investment in science, education, and active nature management.

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Australia's Rebounding Humpback Whale Population Faces New Challenges

Australia's humpback whale population has rebounded to 30,000-50,000, leading to increased whale watching opportunities, but also altering migration patterns due to climate change and industrial threats, necessitating stronger conservation efforts.

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Life Below Water
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African Parks Admits to Human Rights Abuses in Congo National Park

African Parks admitted to human rights abuses, including torture and rape, against the Baka people in the Republic of Congo's Odzala-Kokoua National Park following a two-year internal investigation; 21 cases of alleged human rights crimes were investigated.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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New Zealand's Mining Expansion: Economic Growth vs. Environmental Protection

New Zealand's new fast-track law is enabling a major mining expansion, prioritizing economic growth over environmental concerns and potentially threatening unique biodiversity and the country's 'clean, green' image, despite protests and concerns from environmental groups and locals.

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Howgill Fells Rewilding: A Model for Upland Conservation

In the Howgill Fells, a 12-year rewilding project involving 300,000 native trees planted in sheep-free enclosures has led to the return of 11 new breeding bird species and other flora, demonstrating the potential for restoring degraded upland habitats through farmer-conservationist collaboration and...

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