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🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Large wetland emerging in Kolbäck: 'New tourist destination'

A new wetland project in Kolbäck, Sweden, is expected to be completed by 2028 as part of local environmental initiatives to enhance biodiversity and tourism.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

São Carlos City Hall launches app to monitor wildlife; understand how it works

The city of São Carlos in Brazil has launched an app designed to help residents report the presence of wildlife in urban and rural areas to improve biodiversity monitoring and conservation efforts.

Feb 26 • 13:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Červený negotiated with the heads of national parks. He promised not to leave them in trouble

Czech Minister Červený held talks with national park leaders, assuring his support amid challenges.

Feb 26 • 11:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The rare owl that was missing for 113 years has now been spotted in Kuno, active during the day

The rare 'Forest Owlet', considered one of the world's rarest hunting birds, has been sighted in Kuno National Park, marking a significant ecological improvement in the region.

Feb 26 • 10:24 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

YEAR'S HIGHLIGHT ⟩ Traditional orchid exhibition opens at the Tallinn Botanic Garden

The 26th traditional orchid exhibition opens at the Tallinn Botanic Garden, showcasing hundreds of blooming orchids and offering visitors a tropical escape.

Feb 26 • 09:57 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Most fish species are in a bad situation

Most fish species in inland waters and coastal seas are in poor condition due to excessive fishing pressure.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A bee that was believed to be extinct since 1904 reappears in New York

In a remarkable discovery, an ecologist found a species of bee thought to be extinct since 1904 in a research orchard in New York.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Giant Tortoises Return to the Galapagos Archipelago

The return of giant tortoises to the Galapagos Islands aims to restore the ecological balance disrupted by human activity.

Feb 26 • 04:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"Sprinter Trees" Threaten Forests Worldwide. Warning from Experts

Experts warn that unique tree species are particularly endangered due to transformations occurring in global forests.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rodrigues Alves Park has free admission this weekend in Belém

Rodrigues Alves Park in Belém will offer free admission this weekend, allowing visitors to enjoy its vast biodiversity and participate in guided tours.

Feb 25 • 19:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Living Space Castle: First Egg of the Year for the Nuremberg Peregrine Falcons

The peregrine falcons at Nuremberg Castle have laid their first egg of the year, a week earlier than last year, which can be viewed live via webcams.

Feb 25 • 15:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

VIDEO: Makeup artist goes viral by 'transforming' into rare Brazilian birds

Makeup artist Graziella Silva has gained popularity by creatively transforming her face into representations of rare Brazilian birds, turning her work into an environmental education tool.

Feb 25 • 14:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Compliance with Legal Provisions is Not Enough - Saving Forest Tits Requires Voluntary Actions from Forest Owners

The situation of forest tits in Finland is critical, with significant population declines, and current forestry practices are insufficient for their conservation without additional voluntary efforts from forest owners.

Feb 25 • 13:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ideflor-Bio opens positions with salaries of up to R$ 2,186 in Pará

The Instituto de Desenvolvimento Florestal e da Biodiversidade do Estado do Pará (Ideflor-Bio) has announced a new recruitment process offering 14 immediate positions with salaries ranging from R$ 1,337.05 to R$ 2,186.87.

Feb 25 • 11:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Ocean warming causes a 20% decrease in fish populations, study shows

A new study reveals that ocean warming is leading to a nearly 20% annual decrease in fish biomass worldwide.

Feb 25 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE STRANDS OF SCIENCE

The article discusses a peculiar orchid species that appears to be dead due to low chlorophyll levels, relying on fungi for carbon instead of photosynthesis.

Feb 25 • 08:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amazonas Concentrates 8 of the 10 Most Deforested Indigenous Lands in 2025

A report reveals that Amazonas is home to eight of the ten indigenous lands most affected by deforestation, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures.

Feb 25 • 08:03 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

„Only the mountains are our friends.“ Report from Kurdistan, where I searched for rare snakes

The article explores the connection between the Kurdish people and their mountainous homeland, emphasizing the hardships faced due to political betrayal.

Feb 25 • 07:51 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

There are significantly more species of bees buzzing on our planet than previously thought

Recent research suggests that the number of bee species globally may be substantially higher than previously recorded, with estimates suggesting at least 24,700 species, and possibly over 26,100.

Feb 25 • 06:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Look who visits our gardens

A winter birdwatching event in Estonia attracted over 3,000 participants who collectively observed more than 57,000 birds across the country, highlighting its positive impact on mental health.

Feb 25 • 06:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Documenting the Return of the Gray Wolf in Los Angeles 100 Years After Being Brought to Extinction

The gray wolf has returned to Los Angeles over a century after its likely extinction from the region in the 1920s, with a sighting reported near Pyramid Lake.

Feb 25 • 00:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cajari River Reserve receives operation to combat predatory fishing and environmental crimes

The Amapá Civil Police conducted Operation Cardume in the Cajari Extractive Reserve to combat environmental crimes such as predatory fishing.

Feb 24 • 20:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Black-tufted marmosets spotted in the Pedra Selada State Park, in Visconde de Mauá

Black-tufted marmosets were spotted in Pedra Selada State Park, Visconde de Mauá, highlighting their presence in the area.

Feb 24 • 19:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Counted. There are at least 9 wolves in the Máchovo region and Kokořínsko

Recent assessments indicate that at least 9 wolves are residing in the Máchovo region and Kokořínsko area in Czechia.

Feb 24 • 17:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Two invasive species of praying mantis discovered to reproduce at an unprecedented speed

Research reveals two invasive species of praying mantis in Europe that reproduce rapidly and threaten biodiversity.

Feb 24 • 16:18 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Hidden in the province of Esmeraldas, Ecuador, and the departments of Chocó and Valle del Cauca, Colombia, this new species is threatened by illegal mining

Researchers have discovered a new plant species, Columnea rubromarginata, in Ecuador and Colombia that is currently threatened by illegal mining activities.

Feb 24 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Leaving the concrete: project offers free walks to observe birds in SP parks

A project in São Paulo, Brazil, offers free guided birdwatching walks in urban parks to promote biodiversity conservation.

Feb 24 • 14:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NT environmentalists ‘gobsmacked’ at federal green light to bulldoze nearly 3,000 hectares of tropical savanna

Environmentalists are shocked by the Australian government's approval for bulldozing 2,723 hectares of tropical savanna in the Northern Territory without necessary environmental assessments.

Feb 24 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Agriculture: Bruno Retailleau declares 'war' on the 'culture of blockage'

Bruno Retailleau, leader of the French Republicans, has presented his agricultural policies aimed at transforming French agriculture by moving away from bureaucratic constraints.

Feb 24 • 13:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Metsähallitus has launched a project aimed at restoring nature

Metsähallitus in Finland has initiated a restoration project funded by the EU to revitalize natural areas across eight provinces by 2030 to combat biodiversity loss.

Feb 24 • 11:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in New York: Hochul approved the expansion of an important historic park in Long Island for 2026

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the addition of 180 acres to the Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve in Long Island, which is crucial for biodiversity and natural storm buffers.

Feb 24 • 10:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain subsidized activities that destroy nature with 8 billion in 2024, four times more than on conservation

In 2024, Spain provided 8 billion euros in subsidies for activities harmful to nature, four times the amount allocated for conservation efforts.

Feb 24 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Extinct ancient wolves are back: the first individuals have reached adulthood and hunt in packs

Colossal Biosciences celebrates a milestone in its project of resurrecting extinct species as genetically recreated ancient wolves have reached adulthood and begun hunting in packs, indicating a hopeful future for the species.

Feb 24 • 08:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A Historical Moment in the Galápagos: An Endangered Giant Tortoise Returns Home After 180 Years

The Floreana giant tortoise, extinct for over 180 years, has been successfully brought back to its native habitat in the Galápagos Islands through a groundbreaking breeding program.

Feb 24 • 06:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Lazarus Species: When Scientists Err in Declaring Extinction

The article discusses the phenomenon of 'Lazarus species,' which are thought to be extinct but later rediscovered, illustrating the nuances and surprises of biodiversity.

Feb 24 • 04:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: photographer captures a pantaneira caravan revealing Pantanal culture in MS

Photographer Luiz Felipe Mendes documented a traditional pantaneira caravan featuring 1,500 animals, led by a local custodian of Pantanal culture in Corumbá, Brazil.

Feb 23 • 23:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Chilling discovery in Antarctica: This is what left scientists dumbfounded

Marine experts have discovered a shark swimming in Antarctic waters, a first in the region.

Feb 23 • 21:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Born, mate, and die in 5 minutes: animals with extremely short lives

The article explores species with extremely short lifespans, showcasing how their brief existence is a specialized survival strategy.

Feb 23 • 12:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Giant tortoises return to the Galapagos Islands after nearly 150 years

158 juvenile giant tortoises have been released into the wild in the Galapagos, marking a significant step in conservation efforts for the species that nearly went extinct 150 years ago.

Feb 23 • 11:54 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Invisible helpers protect the pine

A recent study from the Estonian University of Life Sciences reveals that the fungal communities protecting pines are mainly influenced by the host tree's genetics and its growing location, highlighting the impact of climate change and new diseases on tree resilience.

Feb 23 • 10:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Photo of albino tapir recorded more than a decade ago paved the way for research in the interior of SP: 'It becomes a symbol,' says photographer

The rare sighting of an albino tapir in São Paulo has garnered attention and spurred scientific research into the species, which holds significant cultural ties to the local community.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A Guide to Designing a Lively City: "Green or Bare City?"

A practical guide on creating vibrant urban environments has been published, compiling five years of experience and knowledge on urban ecology in Tartu.

Feb 23 • 08:07 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tartu's Green Area Maintenance Plan Sparks Lively Debate on Urban Nature's Future

Tartu's plan to change the maintenance of its parks and green areas has raised concerns among scientists and youth about its impact on biodiversity restoration.

Feb 23 • 07:50 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

São Tomé and Príncipe: Shuttleworth to Pay Príncipe Residents $958 Stipend to Preserve Island

Tech entrepreneur Mark Shuttleworth is launching a conservation-linked income program to benefit residents of Príncipe, providing stipends to promote biodiversity preservation.

Feb 23 • 04:49 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Farmers say nature reserve a ticking time bomb without fire mitigation

Wheatbelt farmers near Lake Magenta Nature Reserve in Western Australia express concerns about the rising fire risk due to a lack of fire management and controlled burns in recent years.

Feb 23 • 03:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tartu scientists and nature conservationists worry about the mowing of green areas planned by the city government

Scientists and nature conservationists in Tartu are concerned about the city government's plan to mow grasslands rich in biodiversity more extensively.

Feb 22 • 16:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tartu Scientists and Conservationists Concerned About the Mowing of Green Areas Planned by the City Council

Scientists and conservationists in Tartu are worried about the city's plans to increase mowing in biodiversity-rich green areas under the new city administration.

Feb 22 • 16:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tartu scientists and conservationists are concerned about the mowing of green areas that the city government plans

Scientists and conservationists in Tartu are raising concerns over the planned mowing of biodiverse green areas by the city government.

Feb 22 • 16:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

They look like miniature spaceships. Scientists just discovered them

Researchers have documented 15 species of comb jellies, six of which have never been observed in Colombian waters before.

Feb 22 • 14:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

400 Million Year Old Giant Organisms Finally Identified as a New Form of Life

Recent studies identify 400 million-year-old Protota xites as a new form of life, different from previously held beliefs of them being ancient plants or fungi.

Feb 22 • 12:47 UTC

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