Mediterranean Mako Shark's Unprecedented Tracking Reveals Need for Broader Conservation
A shortfin mako shark in the Mediterranean was successfully tagged and tracked for the first time, traveling over 750 miles in 54 days, challenging existing conservation strategies and highlighting the need for broader protection measures due to its extensive movements.
Mediterranean Mako Shark's Unprecedented Tracking Reveals Need for Broader Conservation
A shortfin mako shark in the Mediterranean was successfully tagged and tracked for the first time, traveling over 750 miles in 54 days, challenging existing conservation strategies and highlighting the need for broader protection measures due to its extensive movements.
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20% Bias Score
Six Critically Endangered Mekong Catfish Caught, Released in Cambodia
Six critically endangered Mekong giant catfish, reaching up to 3 meters long and 300 kilograms, were caught and released in Cambodia within five days, offering unprecedented hope for the species' survival and highlighting the success of ongoing conservation efforts.
Six Critically Endangered Mekong Catfish Caught, Released in Cambodia
Six critically endangered Mekong giant catfish, reaching up to 3 meters long and 300 kilograms, were caught and released in Cambodia within five days, offering unprecedented hope for the species' survival and highlighting the success of ongoing conservation efforts.
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20% Bias Score
US to Grant Federal Protection to Monarch Butterflies
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed classifying monarch butterflies as a threatened species by December 2025, citing population declines of 81% over 25 years and a 59% decrease in Mexican overwintering areas last year due to climate change, habitat loss, and herbicide use; the proposal inclu...
US to Grant Federal Protection to Monarch Butterflies
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed classifying monarch butterflies as a threatened species by December 2025, citing population declines of 81% over 25 years and a 59% decrease in Mexican overwintering areas last year due to climate change, habitat loss, and herbicide use; the proposal inclu...
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40% Bias Score
Federal Protection Proposed for Monarch Butterflies
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed extending federal protections to monarch butterflies, listing them as a threatened species by December 2025, following a decade of conservation efforts and evidence of population decline due to climate change, habitat loss, and herbicide use, with exceptio...
Federal Protection Proposed for Monarch Butterflies
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed extending federal protections to monarch butterflies, listing them as a threatened species by December 2025, following a decade of conservation efforts and evidence of population decline due to climate change, habitat loss, and herbicide use, with exceptio...
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40% Bias Score
Orca Spotted Wearing Salmon 'Hat,' Indicating Potential Abundance of Chum Salmon
A Washington orca was seen with a salmon perched on its head, a behavior scientists believe may be linked to abundant food supply and playful interaction, potentially indicating a positive trend in the endangered orca population.
Orca Spotted Wearing Salmon 'Hat,' Indicating Potential Abundance of Chum Salmon
A Washington orca was seen with a salmon perched on its head, a behavior scientists believe may be linked to abundant food supply and playful interaction, potentially indicating a positive trend in the endangered orca population.
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48% Bias Score
Thailand Repatriates 961 Endangered Animals to Madagascar
Thailand is returning 961 endangered tortoises and lemurs to Madagascar after seizing 1,117 animals in May 2024 during an anti-trafficking operation; the repatriation, starting Saturday via three Qatar Airways flights, is the largest ever between the two countries.
Thailand Repatriates 961 Endangered Animals to Madagascar
Thailand is returning 961 endangered tortoises and lemurs to Madagascar after seizing 1,117 animals in May 2024 during an anti-trafficking operation; the repatriation, starting Saturday via three Qatar Airways flights, is the largest ever between the two countries.
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32% Bias Score
Six Endangered Mekong Catfish Caught, Offering Hope for Species' Survival
Six critically endangered Mekong giant catfish were caught and released in Cambodia, offering hope for the species' survival after a recent population decline of 80% due to overfishing and dam construction. The discovery, involving collaborative efforts with local fishermen, provides crucial data fo...
Six Endangered Mekong Catfish Caught, Offering Hope for Species' Survival
Six critically endangered Mekong giant catfish were caught and released in Cambodia, offering hope for the species' survival after a recent population decline of 80% due to overfishing and dam construction. The discovery, involving collaborative efforts with local fishermen, provides crucial data fo...
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20% Bias Score
Woodside's Browse Gas Project Faces Environmental Opposition at Scott Reef
Woodside Energy's proposed $30 billion Browse gas project near Western Australia's Scott Reef faces significant environmental opposition due to potential harm to endangered species and the reef's ecosystem; the WA Environmental Protection Authority deemed the initial proposal unacceptable, highlight...
Woodside's Browse Gas Project Faces Environmental Opposition at Scott Reef
Woodside Energy's proposed $30 billion Browse gas project near Western Australia's Scott Reef faces significant environmental opposition due to potential harm to endangered species and the reef's ecosystem; the WA Environmental Protection Authority deemed the initial proposal unacceptable, highlight...
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56% Bias Score
Environmental Groups Petition for Grizzly Bear Habitat Expansion Amid Upcoming Federal Protection Decision
Fourteen environmental groups petitioned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Wednesday to connect isolated Rocky Mountain grizzly bear populations to improve genetic diversity and resilience, facing a January 20th deadline for a decision on continued federal protection, opposed by ranchers concern...
Environmental Groups Petition for Grizzly Bear Habitat Expansion Amid Upcoming Federal Protection Decision
Fourteen environmental groups petitioned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Wednesday to connect isolated Rocky Mountain grizzly bear populations to improve genetic diversity and resilience, facing a January 20th deadline for a decision on continued federal protection, opposed by ranchers concern...
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44% Bias Score
Social Media Fuels Illegal Wildlife Trade in Brazil
Two baby parrots and two young toucans, rescued from wildlife traffickers in Brazil who advertised them for sale on social media, are recovering at a wildlife conservation center in São Paulo; a report highlights social media's role in the illegal wildlife trade, with 78% of adverts for protected sp...
Social Media Fuels Illegal Wildlife Trade in Brazil
Two baby parrots and two young toucans, rescued from wildlife traffickers in Brazil who advertised them for sale on social media, are recovering at a wildlife conservation center in São Paulo; a report highlights social media's role in the illegal wildlife trade, with 78% of adverts for protected sp...
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24% Bias Score
Thailand Repatriates 961 Endangered Animals to Madagascar
Thailand is returning 961 endangered tortoises and lemurs to Madagascar on three flights starting Saturday, following a police seizure of 1,117 animals in May; eight died due to smuggling conditions.
Thailand Repatriates 961 Endangered Animals to Madagascar
Thailand is returning 961 endangered tortoises and lemurs to Madagascar on three flights starting Saturday, following a police seizure of 1,117 animals in May; eight died due to smuggling conditions.
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32% Bias Score
California Unveils Plan to Save Endangered Joshua Trees
California unveils a comprehensive plan to protect endangered Joshua trees by mitigating threats from wildfires, human development, and climate change, aiming to permanently protect 70% of suitable habitats by 2033, contingent on global emissions reduction.
California Unveils Plan to Save Endangered Joshua Trees
California unveils a comprehensive plan to protect endangered Joshua trees by mitigating threats from wildfires, human development, and climate change, aiming to permanently protect 70% of suitable habitats by 2033, contingent on global emissions reduction.
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32% Bias Score