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Conservation News ~ 11 October 2024

10/11/2024

University of Oregon researchers discover new ocean worm species
New snail species with 'atypical' shell discovered in Tibet
Scientists Discover Peculiar New Species of Dragonfish in Antarctica
China Ramping Renewables & Slamming Brakes On Coal Could Mean Massive CO2 Reductions By 2030
California's endangered gray wolf population doubles with year's new pups
Researchers discover new species of genus Curcuma in Nagaland
New mushroom species just dropped, and it's a Lehigh Valley discovery
Protecting just 0.7% of world's land could help save a third of most unique and endangered species
Laughing frog and David Attenborough worm among 750 new species recognised in Australia
New snake species with 'very long' snout discovered in India
Nearly 200 people were killed last year protecting the environment
Colombia Is the Deadliest Country for Environmental Activists
UC Davis alumnus discovers new species of praying mantis
Orange-eyed sea creature with dozens of eggs found off Louisiana. It's a new species
South Australia is aiming for 100% renewable energy by 2027. It’s already internationally ‘remarkable’
Pair of Rare Amur Tiger Cubs Debuting at Minnesota Zoo Are Raising Hopes
New species of rare catfish discovered on mountain in Brazil
New wasp species discovered in US bursts from living flies in horror movie fashion
Pair of rare Amur tiger cubs debuting at Minnesota Zoo are raising hopes for the endangered species
1,300 Kenyan Farmers Graduate After Four Years of First-of-its-Kind Sustainable Agroforestry and Climate Action Training Program
Scientists edge closer to saving the Northern White Rhino from extinction
Two new species of poison dart frog discovered in Colombia
Endangered Species Act Protection Sought for Diamondback Terrapins
Scientists discover new species of tiny chameleon
Scientists discover new species of 'grumpy' fish
CO2 turned into fuel with Japan's electrochemical cell breakthrough
Forest Preserve staff discover endangered species not seen in the preserves since 1983
USFWS appeals to remove endangered species status for gray wolf
Spookfish: Scientists in New Zealand discover new ghost shark species in the Pacific
California sues ExxonMobil and says it lied about plastics recycling
Swiss voters reject biodiversity proposal in blow to conservation campaigners
Earth may have breached seven of nine planetary boundaries, health check shows
Team finds new species of predatory worms found in Southeast
Create ‘positive tipping points’ with climate mandates, governments urged
Enhanced rock weathering startup Eion strikes carbon removal deal with Microsoft, raises $3m series A extension
EPA updates pesticide protections for endangered species
New species of cave-dwelling gecko discovered in Thailand
New Species of Hammerhead Shark Discovered
This Green-Flashing Firefly Could Become the First Ever Listed as Endangered in the U.S.
Expert panel statement by IUCN Director General Dr Grethel Aguilar
IUCN and WOAH publish new guidelines for disease surveillance to better protect wildlife
Read Now: IUCN Position Papers for UNFCCC COP29
On World Rhino Day 2024, a mixed story for the world’s five species of rhinos
Guatemalan highlands find opportunity to adapt to climate change in an endangered species
Navigating Marine Conservation: Effective Planning for Astola Island
Advancing Climate Resilience through Nature-based Solutions in the Western Balkans
Advancing legal expertise for negotiators of a global plastics treaty as part of the AFRIPAC project
Bad News, Bears? States Take Legal Actions to End Grizzlies' Endangered Species Protections
New species of spiders are discovered that spend an hour under water, can catch fish
New species of 'robust' gecko discovered in Australia desert
New species of 'stocky' frog discovered in Malaysia swamps
Coal has now died in its birthplace: the UK closes its last coal power station
Beginning of the End for Lead Pipes: EPIC Applauds Lead and Copper Rule Improvements
River creature with 'thick' lips, 'glittery' fins found in China. It's a new species
New species of soil-dwelling fish discovered in Costa Rica
26 elephants from Namibia moved to Angola's only private conservation area
Rare Desert Wetland Wildflower Advances Toward Endangered Species Protections
Climate warning as world's rivers dry up at fastest rate for 30 years
New species of 'stocky' frog discovered in Thailand forest
Scientists Discover New Species Of Newt In China
Global investors bet big on Adirondack forests for carbon credits
Forest Service closes Colorado caves to limit white-nose syndrome spread
WholeTrees Structures: $1 Million investment raised from U.S. Endowment For Forestry And Communities
Softwood lumber market thrown into turmoil following strikes and Hurricane Helene
Crater Lake Newt Advances Toward Endangered Species Protections
Residents of Cancer Alley have fewer protections against environmental discrimination
Forest creature with red eyes and bumpy belly found in Brazil. It's a new species
New species of 'emerald green' snake discovered in Bolivia
There could be 30,000 species of earthworms wriggling around the world

Conservation News ~ 6 September 2024

9/6/2024

'Paper or plastic?' will no longer be a choice at California grocery stores
Brazil's Amazon rainforest fires in August reach 14-year high
Swedish developer, tech company partner on forestry monitoring for biodiversity credits
Could a lunar Noah's Ark preserve species facing extinction? These scientists think so
New frog species with yellow groin discovered in Madagascar
New marine species found 'hidden' in plain sight
US government joins forces with local conservation groups to establish new wildlife refuge area
TotalEnergies Invests In Sustainable Forestry Operations To Preserve Sustainable Carbon Sinks
California legislature requires labels for pesticides on seeds
New Antarctic dragonfish species discovered in Southern Ocean
Winchester: Marwell Zoo celebrates 'miracle' baby giraffe birth
'Meep' sound in darkened forest leads to 'ivory'-eyed creature. It's a new species
Utah wants to build a highway through a tortoise habitat
New Model for Conservation Finance to Accelerate Reforestation Efforts in the Amazon
New NASA Study Tallies Carbon Emissions From Massive Canadian Fires
IUCN Asia Regional Conservation Forum convenes in Thailand to ‘reimagine conservation’
The IUCN North American Regional Office hosts their RCF, Acting Together to Drive Conservation Impact, from 21-22 August 2024
Protecting nature, safeguarding health: Utilising the IUCN Green List to mitigate risks of zoonosis in Central Asia
BRIDGE takes stock of over a decade of supporting transboundary water cooperation
Great Blue Wall Series: Waves of Inspiration, A Comoros Childhood and Its Ocean Legacy
Blog: IUCN trains Rwandan farmers in nursery establishment and management to address climate change impacts
IUCN 2023: International Union for Conservation of Nature Annual Report
Apache trout, Arizona's state fish, dropped from endangered species list after 50-year comeback
Venomous creature — with regrown leg — found waiting for prey. It's a new species
New frog species with gold eyelids discovered in New Guinea

Conservation News ~ 30 August 2024

8/30/2024

World’s largest dam removal project nears completion
Major energy companies conceal 47% of biodiversity damage, according to research
River Otters Were Once Nearly Extinct In Illinois — But Now They Roam Chicago Waterways
Two Critically Endangered Chicks Hatch at Audubon Zoo
New species of loach fish discovered in South Garo Hills
New species of 'slender' gecko discovered in India forest
A huge success for one of the Zoo’s rarest species - Zoo Atlanta
New species of 'fire-bellied' salamander discovered in China
Spiders seen mating and discovered as new species in China
New species of storm petrel discovered flying above Chile mountains
State wildlife officials make big announcement about wolves in Colorado: 'This pup's arrival is a huge conservation milestone
Six new sites added to UNESCO World Heritage list following IUCN recommendations
Sports for Nature initiative shaping focus on biodiversity in sports and the Olympic movement
IUCN Director General's statement for World Ranger Day - DG Statement
New 'State of the World’s Mangroves' report underscores critical links to biodiversity, climate, and communities
IUCN and FAO sign joint agreement to facilitate data sharing to reach GBF Target 2
Uniting for tigers: special Global Tiger Day events spark action and awareness across Asia - Story | IUCN
Mountain creature with see-through belly found in Venezuela. It's a new species
New marine species discovered in race to find them before they're gone
In historic move, EPA bans pesticide; cites alarming setbacks for fetuses
New York's Threatened and Endangered Species list to be updated for first time in 25 years
New snake species with 'large' nostrils discovered in India
New species of beetle discovered in the Columbia River Gorge
Arrowhead water bottler ordered to stop operations in San Bernardino Mountains
Teens invent incredible device while searching for way to tackle one of the world's most challenging sources of pollution: 'Current solutions aren't really effective'
Armed with Backpacks of Seeds, Local Pooches Enlisted to Help Rewild Urban Nature Reserve
New species of deep-sea wood-boring bivalve discovered
New species of 'slender' newt discovered in China lake
New ground-dwelling spider species discovered in Western Ghats
Aussie plan to genetically engineer new super species of wild animals
Nearly $20M Going to Recovery Actions for Four Groups of Endangered Species
Critically endangered pangolin pup born at Illinois zoo
IUCN experts to provide guidance for biodiversity monitoring at Ecowende’s ecological wind farm
IUCN contributes further to historic legal climate change proceedings in World Court
'Together we are always going to do our part': IUCN's Anita Tzec on working with Indigenous Peoples on conservation
The EU Nature Restoration Law comes into force
IUCN 2023: International Union for Conservation of Nature Annual Report
Rare Footage Shows Elusive Endangered Species Spotted for First Time in More Than 50 Years
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces $20 million for endangered species
Two new species of glass frogs identified in Ecuador Andes
River creature — with 'large' nostrils and 'fleshy' lips — discovered as new species
New tarantula species found lurking in Arizona mountains
Endangered species restored in Yunnan province
First-Ever Coral Crossbreeding Hopes to Mimic the Resilience of an 'Invincible' Reef in Honduras
Nonprofit makes use of accidental drilling breakthrough to try to transform the geothermal industry: 'Could really have an impact and timeline that's meaningful'
Southern pine beetles at 'epidemic' level in Alabama forests
Oregon Zoo releases endangered frogs into the wild
The EPA can't use Civil Rights Act to fight environmental injustice in Louisiana, judge rules
Oregon Zoo releases endangered frogs into the wild
Endangered lynx makes its first appearance in Vermont in years
Second largest seizure of Totoaba Swim Bladders by Arizona CBP Officers
5 critically endangered tiger cubs born at Oklahoma zoo
New hairy crab species discovered in Saudi Arabia sea
Renewable electricity on track to beat coal in US throughout 2024
Could Permeable Pavement Ease Flooding Woes in New York City?
Canada’s 2023 wildfires produced more emissions than fossil fuels in most countries
At least 20 new species identified in recently discovered underwater ecosystem
Solar-powered box extracts 264 gallons of drinking water from air per day

Conservation News ~ 9 August 2024

8/9/2024

World’s largest dam removal project nears completion
Major energy companies conceal 47% of biodiversity damage, according to research
River Otters Were Once Nearly Extinct In Illinois — But Now They Roam Chicago Waterways
Two Critically Endangered Chicks Hatch at Audubon Zoo
New species of loach fish discovered in South Garo Hills
New species of 'slender' gecko discovered in India forest
A huge success for one of the Zoo’s rarest species - Zoo Atlanta
New species of 'fire-bellied' salamander discovered in China
Spiders seen mating and discovered as new species in China
New species of storm petrel discovered flying above Chile mountains
State wildlife officials make big announcement about wolves in Colorado: 'This pup's arrival is a huge conservation milestone
Six new sites added to UNESCO World Heritage list following IUCN recommendations
Sports for Nature initiative shaping focus on biodiversity in sports and the Olympic movement
IUCN Director General's statement for World Ranger Day - DG Statement
New 'State of the World’s Mangroves' report underscores critical links to biodiversity, climate, and communities
IUCN and FAO sign joint agreement to facilitate data sharing to reach GBF Target 2
Uniting for tigers: special Global Tiger Day events spark action and awareness across Asia - Story | IUCN
Mountain creature with see-through belly found in Venezuela. It's a new species
New marine species discovered in race to find them before they're gone
In historic move, EPA bans pesticide; cites alarming setbacks for fetuses
New York's Threatened and Endangered Species list to be updated for first time in 25 years
New snake species with 'large' nostrils discovered in India
New species of beetle discovered in the Columbia River Gorge
Arrowhead water bottler ordered to stop operations in San Bernardino Mountains

Conservation News ~ 2 August 2024

8/2/2024

New species of pseudoscorpion discovered near Boulder
Scientists Just Discovered a Brand New Species of Shark
Marathon Oil Agrees to Record Penalty for Alleged Clean Air Act Violations
‘Cause for shellebration’: OKC Zoo announces birth of rare giant tortoises
New species of 'territorial' fish discovered in China river
Deforestation in Colombia falls to lowest level in 23 years
Six endangered sea turtles released into waters off Cape Cod after months of rehab
ZSI scientist discover new species of dogfish shark Squalus hima from India
New species of tiny pink crab found in South China Sea
Three new species of goosefish found in southeast Asia seas
Amazon deforestation cut by 83% in places protected by Indigenous communities
Land protection initiatives reduced Amazon deforestation by up to 83%, new analysis finds
New species found on cacao mimics another animal in Colombia
'Florida bass' found to be distinct species from largemouth bass
Hundreds of giant tortoises return to Galápagos Islands as part of conservation program
Florida grasshopper sparrow: scientists hail resurgence of endangered bird
'Endangered' status to remain in effect for Washington wolves
Rare whale spotted off Irish coast for first time in 114 years
Californians' water usage is down 9%
New snake species reveals rare reptilian social behavior
This co-op is growing baby trees in a shipping container to help reforest Colorado's burn scars
New Spider Species Named After Icelandic President
Brazilian researchers discover new shrimp species
New Species Of Giant Snake Discovered During Filming Of TV Show
Crocodiles that were nearly extinct make a comeback in Cambodia
Feds weigh removing endangered species protections from grizzlies
Action needed to conserve most threatened vertebrate group - updated Amphibian Conservation Action Plan
Alpenzoo Innsbruck and IUCN SSC launches new Centre for Species Survival to aid endangered wildlife
Kick-off meeting on mangrove restoration and hybrid NbS in the Mekong Delta
IUCN calls for increased representation and focus on nature conservation at 46th session of the World Heritage Committee
Launch of the ReSea Project in Comoros: Empowering coastal communities for climate resilience
Africa Ocean Forum Concludes with Promising Outcomes for Ocean Conservation and Governance
Deep Sea Mining Podcast: His Excellency, Surangel S. Whipps Jr, President of the Republic of Palau, leads final episode
IUCN welcomes 16 new Members
Scientists unveil new slime-ejecting velvet worm species after a century
Gray wolves to remain on state endangered list after 5-4 vote
California experiences its 100th day of renewable energy sources meeting 100% of electricity demand
New species of toad with pink thighs discovered in China
Zoo hatches record number of condor chicks to release into the wild
Decades of conservation efforts lead to 'landmark' hatching of 60 nearly extinct crocodiles
10 Giant Clam Species Proposed for Endangered Species Act Protection
Two South American Bird Species Receive U.S. Endangered Species Protections
Colombia orchid sanctuary collects and clones endangered species
'Cryptic' pregnant reptile found hiding on mountain in Angola. It's a new species
Fishermen discover brand new species of predator with 24 rows of teeth
Conservationists thrilled after species reintroduction yields first lion cub birth in over 150 years
Los Angeles Zoo sets record with 17 California condor chicks hatched in 2024
Bay-Delta longfin smelt wins Endangered Species Act protections
Philippines oil spill sparks fears of environmental catastrophe
Another California fish is added to the federal endangered species list
New species of giraffe catfish discovered in Congo basin
New Caledonia’s favourite bird thriving after conservation push
Four new species of tarantula found in Brazil.
New species of 1-foot long eel with 'sharp' teeth found lurking in crevices

Conservation News ~ 12 July 2024

7/12/2024

Heirloom to build two Direct Air Capture facilities in Northwest Louisiana
Critically endangered dragonfly species discovered in Beijing
New species of arachnid captured on video for first time
Scientists discovered the oldest termite mounds on Earth — and they're 34,000 years old
Protecting just 1.2% of Earth’s land could save most-threatened species
The European Union signs a groundbreaking agreement for the execution of 16 million euros for the forestry sector
Conserving Just 1.2% of Earth's Land Could Save Most Threatened Species From Extinction
New species of bird discovered in Brazil.
New species of tree frog discovered in bamboo in China
Iberian lynx rebounding thanks to conservation action - IUCN Red List
IUCN Africa Conservation Forum 2024 Convenes in Nairobi: Uniting for Transformative Nature and Climate Solutions
IUCN Members’ Magazine, Unite for Nature, Issue 3 out Now!
As climate change and conflict increase, new IUCN reports says conservationists need to better consider how they engage with migration and displacement of both human and other species
Cat Tien National Park officially joins the IUCN Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas
The Conundrum of Tribes: A Complex Situation in Conservation and Tribal Rights
With new GEF funding, IUCN to help cities in two Latin American countries become more sustainable
IUCN Academy at the ACF in Nairobi!
List of threatened species grows by 1,000, but conservation efforts bring hope for some animals
Beavers introduced to CA watershed for first time in century
US declares 21 endangered species now extinct
Ghana Forestry Commission arrests 30 illegal miners, immobilises excavators in forest reserves
Beijing Forestry University establishes Institute of Environmental Art
Nepal launches new plan to boost critically endangered Bengal florican
Four New Species Of Firefly Added To IUCN Red List
New species of crab discovered in Cameroon river
California adopts statewide water conservation framework
First North African Ostrich nest in the wild in Morocco
Sea otters spotted off Oregon coast, a rare sight after a century of near-extinction
Town of Jackson pledges to uphold the rights of nature
Researchers discover mysterious new beetle species in Guatemala
Scientists discover potential new vampire squid species
New Species Of Shark Discovered In New Zealand
To save spotted owls, US officials plan to kill hundreds of thousands of another owl species
Two new species of jumping spiders discovered from Western Ghats
New species of frog discovered at campground in India
New species of 'massive' coral discovered in Japan, Taiwan
Blue-lipped green viper is new to science
History made as critically endangered baby western lowland gorilla born at Columbus Zoo
Rare white rhino born in Chilean zoo, boosting the near-endangered species
New species of see-through jellyfish found in Japan
New species of bird discovered in Indonesia and Timor-Leste
Historic achievement: IUCN Species Survival Commission recognised with Guinness World Records Title
Albania joins IUCN as its newest State Member
First IUCN Africa Conservation Forum ends with call for inclusive, cross-continent action to protect nature
2024 World Protected Areas Leaders Forum ends with shared commitment to promote effective protected and conserved areas
Africa Ocean Forum Concludes with Promising Outcomes for Ocean Conservation and Governance
Deep Sea Mining Podcast: His Excellency, Surangel S. Whipps Jr, President of the Republic of Palau, leads final episode
IUCN launches first-ever Youth Advisory Committee
Defenders Opposes “Breathtakingly Awful” Attempt to Gut Endangered Species Act
Pink deep-sea creature — with 10 tentacles — found off Canada
New species of cave-dwelling pseudoscorpion discovered near Boulder's Flatirons
Groups sue to restore endangered species protection for US northern Rockies wolves
Feds put five turtle species on the ESA map

Conservation News ~ 21 June 2024

6/21/2024

New species of deep-sea squid discovered that broods giant eggs
Arizona to invest $8.5 million for water conservation project
Researchers harvest acid from seawater to feed beneficial algae
Latest survey finds just 8 critically endangered vaquita
New species of velvet worm found in Ecuador
Researchers invent 100% biodegradable 'barley plastic'
The Asahi Glass Foundation is pleased to announce the 2024 Blue Planet Prize Recipients: The recipients are Professor Robert Costanza （USA & Australia）; and Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (Secretariat: Bonn, Germany)
‘A momentous day for nature’: EU approves first-of-its-kind law that could bring back biodiversity
This Ecuadorian forest thrived amid deforestation after being granted legal rights
Australian cattle industry says clearing bushland grown after 1990 should not count as deforestation
California to return ancestral land to Shasta Indian Nation
SOM designs supertall skyscrapers that generate and store energy

Conservation News ~ 14 June 2024

6/14/2024

In historic move, Vermont becomes 1st state to pass law requiring fossil fuel companies to pay for climate change damages
Scientists question effectiveness of nature-based CO₂ removal using the ocean
AI goes underwater: Transforming coral reef conservation with cutting-edge image analysis
James Webb telescope finds carbon at the dawn of the universe, challenging our understanding of when life could have emerged
More Than a Century Ago, Flamingos Disappeared From Florida. Now, They're Coming Home
Parts of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to reopen after lengthy closure
Scientists discover 4 new species of octopus
Rare, endangered rattlesnake found in Northeast Ohio
Rare lizard's endangered listing could slow oil and gas drilling in Permian Basin
Giant 7-foot sunfish found on Oregon beach turns out to be newly discovered species
New fungus species found in SW China
Alfriston: Critically endangered monkeys arrive at Sussex zoo
NASA Is Using Powerful Satellites to Watch Over Endangered Species
New species of vegetarian piranha named after Lord of the Rings villain Sauron
Translucent snapping shrimp — with neon eggs — found on sea floor.
IUCN Director General's Statement for World Ocean Day
IUCN advocates for integrated climate and biodiversity action at United Nations 4th Conference of Small Island
Developing States
Stakeholders Meeting to Review, Negotiate and Finalise the Bilateral Agreement for the Angololo Water Resources Development Project
IUCN Director General’s Statement for World Environment Day 2024
IUCN and the United Arab Emirates Strengthen Their Collaboration in Preparation for the Upcoming World Conservation Congress
Step into serenity: Unveiling new ecotourism sites in northern Pakistan
IUCN recommends five natural sites, across Europe, South America and Asia and the Pacific, for the World Heritage List
IUCN launches GSAP SKILLS - the Global Species Action Plan Online Knowledge Platform
A petition to put king salmon on the endangered species list is raising alarm across Alaska
New species of fish discovered at park pond in China
In Vermont, a Glimpse of a Plant Last Seen a Century Ago
Zoo's delight at birth of endangered orangutan
Oklahoma City Zoo Announces Birth Of 2 Rare, Endangered Lizards
Tiny flower that survived deforestation named as new species
New species of 'large' fish discovered off Japan
Bill Gates-backed startup creates Lego-like brick that can store air pollution for centuries: 'A milestone for affordably removing carbon dioxide from the air

Conservation News ~ 7 June 2024

6/7/2024

'Large' creature found lurking in 'underground cavern' in Serbia. It's a new species
'Dragon ball' creature — with countless legs — discovered in Thailand. See new species
New moth species discovered near Logan Lake given Indigenous scientific name
New species of 'blunt'-snouted fish discovered in Turkey
New species of 'large' jellyfish discovered off Florida
First New Lily Species Identified in Sukashiyuri Group in 110 Years
New species of snake discovered in mountain cave in Thailand
New species of sea slug discovered at park in Australia
New species of dwarf gecko discovered in India
New species of catfish with 'collar' discovered in Colombia
Grizzly bears are set to be reintroduced to Washington state, after years of debate
Conservation slowing biodiversity loss, scientists say
IUCN awards four new initiatives to address the linkages between gender-based violence and the environment
Bhutan and the Tiger Conservation Coalition Commit to Catalysing US$1 billion for tigers
U.S. House Votes to Remove Wolves From Endangered List in 48 States
New Vincetoxicum species found in Yunnan
Dozens of snakes released in Florida in effort to boost their population
New flowering plant species discovered in SW China
New insect species identified by uniquely shaped male reproductive organs
UNESCO report reveals 70% of environmental journalists have been attacked for their work
Colorful catfish discovered as new species in Brazil river
New gecko species with 'golden' tail discovered in Thailand
African penguin: South African conservationists take legal action to save endangered species
Four new-to-science species of snail described
New Opportunity for Italy’s Protected Areas to Join IUCN's Green List
“Together we are stronger”: the world moves toward a future plastics treaty, a fundamental shift for our plastic-filled world
Better production practices key to minimising impact of vegetable oils – IUCN report
Now in Full Swing: IUCN Youth Advisory Committee
IUCN WCEL Advances Proposal to Incorporate Environmental Destruction as a Crime Against Humanity in Forthcoming Negotiations on a Dedicated Convention
Critically endangered wolf pups born at Point Defiance Zoo
Endangered vulture chick born at Longleat Safari Park 'thriving'
Endangered China rose species spotted in SW China
Rare, critically endangered baby addax antelope born at Disney's Animal Kingdom
Rare Kemp's ridley sea turtle nest spotted on St. Augustine Beach
Rare, critically endangered baby addax antelope born at Disney's Animal Kingdom
Rare Kemp's ridley sea turtle nest spotted on St. Augustine Beach
Critically endangered wolf pups born at Point Defiance Zoo
Endangered vulture chick born at Longleat Safari Park 'thriving'
Researchers Discover Second Endangered Pupfish Species in New Mexico
Microplastics found in every human testicle in study
Zoo releases hundreds of endangered Oregon silverspot butterfly caterpillars on the coast
Northern California river receives endangered salmon for first time in 80 years
Crimes against nature: UN agency puts environmental legislation under scrutiny - UN News
Deep-sea mud-dwelling creature — with 5 arms — found in Pacific
New species of bivalve discovered on mangroves in Brazil
'A catastrophe': Greenpeace blocks planting of 'lifesaving' Golden Rice | GM | The Guardian
New snake species discovered in Trinidad and Tobago
New species of mollusc found near Pacific deep-sea vents
Alabama A&M researcher discovers new bat species in Alabama
Critically endangered whale spotted off California coast, NOAA confirms
Pregnant deep-sea amphipod — red, with yellow eyes — found in Pacific. See new species
Colorful, spiky frog found perched on plants in Ecuador.
IUCN Director General’s statement for International Day for Biodiversity 2024
More than half of all mangrove ecosystems at risk of collapse by 2050, first global assessment finds
PANORAMA launches revamped web platform to amplify solutions for a Healthier Planet
Sylvia Earle and others win Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication
Amplify your Voice, Join an IUCN Commission : A testimonial brochure
Call for Changemakers: advancing innovative solutions for nature and climate
IUCN’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations presents Letters of Credentials to the Secretary General
IUCN launches GSAP SKILLS - the Global Species Action Plan Online Knowledge Platform
Apply Now : Midori Prize for Biodiversity
Apply now : Earthna Prize
Tradition and Conservation : IUCN Member shares ongoing projects for indigenous communities in Guatemala in the IUCN Member magazine
Seven Texas Freshwater Mussels Protected by Endangered Species Act
New species of 'skittish' gecko discovered in Thailand caves
Utah's Hogle Zoo welcomes a Western lowland gorilla infant, a critically endangered species
New species of 'dragon'-like fish discovered off New Zealand
New species of 'large' fish discovered off Ecuador and Peru
New species of Arabian desert snake discovered near ancient city
$2 Million Offered for Wildlife Crossings to Protect Endangered Red Wolves
A tiny desert fish hits a 25 year population high in one of Earth's harshest environments
New species of 'secretive' snake discovered in Saudi Arabia
New species of butterfly found in Ecuador Andes Mountains
Shear genius: Researchers find way to scale up wonder material, which could do wonders for the Earth
China to establish carbon footprint management system by 2027
Forestry has finally been recognized as a climate polluter: now what?
New Jersey proposes bald eagle's removal from endangered species list following big rebound
Dazzling New Species Of Blue Ant Found In Remote Indian Forest
SNC adopts new 5-year Strategic Plan, supports 4 forest-resilience projects
New species of butterfly discovered in Australia
Scientists Discover and Photograph New Deep-Sea Species Called 'Barbie Pigs'

Conservation News ~ 10 May 2024

5/10/2024

New species of 'blunt'-snouted fish discovered in Turkey
First New Lily Species Identified in Sukashiyuri Group in 110 Years
New species of snake discovered in mountain cave in Thailand
New species of sea slug discovered at park in Australia
New species of dwarf gecko discovered in India
New species of catfish with 'collar' discovered in Colombia
Grizzly bears are set to be reintroduced to Washington state, after years of debate
Conservation slowing biodiversity loss, scientists say
IUCN awards four new initiatives to address the linkages between gender-based violence and the environment
Bhutan and the Tiger Conservation Coalition Commit to Catalysing US$1 billion for tigers
U.S. House Votes to Remove Wolves From Endangered List in 48 States
New Vincetoxicum species found in Yunnan
Dozens of snakes released in Florida in effort to boost their population
New flowering plant species discovered in SW China
New insect species identified by uniquely shaped male reproductive organs
UNESCO report reveals 70% of environmental journalists have been attacked for their work
Colorful catfish discovered as new species in Brazil river
New gecko species with 'golden' tail discovered in Thailand
African penguin: South African conservationists take legal action to save endangered species
Four new-to-science species of snail described