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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

How solitary animals mate in nature: some 'seduce', while others travel great distances for a female

The article explores mating behaviors of solitary animals, highlighting that after a brief mating period, these species usually separate, with the female taking sole responsibility for offspring.

Mar 1 • 12:20 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Survey shows successful reintroduction of eastern quolls to mainland Australia

A recent survey indicates that eastern quolls, once extinct on mainland Australia, have successfully been reintroduced and are breeding in Victoria.

Mar 1 • 00:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

In Hawaii, thousands of rat hunters are being called after they devastated endemic bird populations and pushed the archipelago into an 'ecological free fall'

Hawaii is escalating its response to an ecological crisis caused by invasive rats threatening endemic bird populations and the overall health of its fragile ecosystems.

Mar 1 • 00:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

After more than 30 years extinct, rare Hawaiian snails reappeared

A species of tree snail, once thought extinct for over 30 years, has been successfully reintroduced into its natural habitat in Hawaii, marking a significant conservation milestone.

Feb 28 • 17:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Black Lion Tamarin Day: population management boosts the genetic diversity of the species in the interior of SP

The Black Lion Tamarin Day celebrates efforts to boost genetic diversity through population management of this endangered species in São Paulo, Brazil.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New species of octopus discovered in the Pacific that would only be found in a South American country

Scientists from the Universidad Andrés Bello in Chile have discovered a new species of octopus in the southeastern Pacific Ocean.

Feb 27 • 20:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Giant fish on the brink of extinction. The reason is shocking

A rare species of fish, Salmo trutta, found in Sussex, England, is facing extinction due to housing development plans in the area.

Feb 27 • 09:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gray Dolphins in Danger: How Pollution and Ports Trap the Symbolic Species of Rio de Janeiro

The gray dolphin, a symbol of Rio de Janeiro, is endangered due to pollution and port developments in the Sepetiba Bay area.

Feb 27 • 08:04 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Creation of Mini-Testes from Stem Cells in a Test Tube, Mice Experiments by Osaka University and Others

Researchers from Osaka University and Yokohama City University successfully created mini-testes from ES cells in laboratory conditions, paving the way for advancements in infertility treatment and conservation of endangered species.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

95 hatchlings of the world's largest turtle born on the beaches of Manabí

Ninety-five hatchlings of the world's largest and most endangered turtle species have successfully emerged on the beaches of Manabí, Ecuador.

Feb 26 • 19:17 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Collectible Cards, a Proposal for Children to Learn to Protect Native Animals

The article discusses a new initiative by Clarin and Fundación Vida Silvestre to educate children about endangered native animals in Argentina through collectible cards.

Feb 26 • 18:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hidden in the mountains: biologists discover 4 new fish species in Minas Gerais

Researchers have described four new species of fish known as cascudinhos in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 17:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Kazakhstan plants thousands of trees for endangered species

Kazakhstan has launched a massive tree planting program aimed at conserving an endangered species, the Caspian tiger.

Feb 26 • 16:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Police: Mass Death of Freshwater Pearls Causes Million-Euro Damage

A police report reveals significant damage caused to an endangered freshwater pearl mussel population at a logging site owned by Stora Enso in Suomussalmi, Finland, with a financial impact estimated at nearly two million euros.

Feb 26 • 11:21 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pequena Lô touches snake skin during visit to the world's largest freshwater aquarium

Influencer Pequena Lô visits the world's largest freshwater aquarium, Bioparque Pantanal, where she interacts with various species including touching the skin of a snake.

Feb 25 • 23:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Body of Sperm Whale Found on Israel's Coast... Buried There

A rare and endangered sperm whale was recently found dead on Israel's Zikim Beach, highlighting the species' vulnerability and rarity in the area.

Feb 25 • 13:17 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
🇪🇨 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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Birdhouses for Returning Birds: What You Need to Know Before Raising Nesting Boxes

The article discusses the types of birdhouses suitable for various bird species returning to nesting sites in Lithuania.

Feb 24 • 07:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

High-tech for MP Forest Department, now the path of vultures will be known via satellite

The Madhya Pradesh government has released five endangered vultures back into the wild, equipped with GPS tags for tracking their movements through satellite technology.

Feb 24 • 07:05 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Can African Penguins Be Brought Back From the Brink? Better Designed No-Fishing Zones Could Help

The African penguin, now critically endangered, faces extinction due to food scarcity, climate change, and pollution, but improved no-fishing zones may aid its recovery.

Feb 24 • 05:01 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
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The archipelago where introduced rats attacked millions of seabirds

Rats introduced on Midway Atoll have attacked seabird chicks, leading to a crisis threatening millions of birds and prompting a total eradication operation.

Feb 24 • 00:31 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Get to Know the Sechura Fox, Considered an 'Architect of Ecosystems' That is Hunted in Ecuador and Peru

The Sechura fox, a species prized by shamans in Peru for its perceived magical properties, is being hunted in both Ecuador and Peru.

Feb 23 • 15:00 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
🇧🇷 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 9,000 turtles are released into a river in the interior of Amazonas; VIDEO

Over 9,000 turtles were returned to nature in a traditional event in Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, involving local community efforts to protect these species.

Feb 23 • 10:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Old Animals and Few Young - The Difficult Problem of Zoos

Zoos are facing a pressing issue with aging animals living longer but producing fewer offspring, complicating conservation efforts for endangered species.

Feb 23 • 06:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Urgently calling thousands of rat hunters for this place in Hawaii

Hawaii faces an urgent conservation crisis due to invasive rat populations that threaten native bird species.

Feb 21 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

On International Bear Day, three rescued Andean bear cubs raise awareness about the species' status in Ecuador

Three rescued Andean bear cubs highlight the endangered status of their species in Ecuador.

Feb 21 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The 'Riviera' of South Karelia Rose to World Fame This Summer – Now Rare Beetles Are Heading There Too

A recent survey identified over 600 species of beetles at Huuhanranta in Ruokolahti, Finland, following controlled burns by the forestry company Tornator.

Feb 21 • 14:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The £460million bridge that will help deer, badgers, and barn owls in the UK cross safely

The UK's largest wildlife crossing is being constructed in Gloucestershire, with a completion expected by 2027, to preserve natural habitats and ensure safe passage for various wildlife species.

Feb 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Extinct Giant Tortoises Make a Comeback

158 giant tortoises have been released on Floreana Island, Galápagos, more than 100 years after the species went extinct.

Feb 20 • 23:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador has 5 new species of orchids in Esmeraldas, Zamora Chinchipe, and Tungurahua

Five new species of orchids have been reported in Ecuador, adding to the country's already rich biodiversity of over 4,450 species.

Feb 20 • 23:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Ostrava Zoo has started breeding the lesser-known Asian colonok

The Ostrava Zoo in Czechia has begun breeding a little-known Asian species called the colonok.

Feb 20 • 10:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parana researcher is a finalist for the 'Oscar of conservation' for a project that protects marine fauna in partnership with traditional communities

Brazilian marine biologist Camila Domit is a finalist for the Whitley Awards 2026 for her conservation work with endangered dolphin species.

Feb 20 • 08:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Almost 900 Uçá crabs seized during the closed season on the coast of Piauí

Authorities seized nearly 900 Uçá crabs during the initial days of a protective operation on the Piauí coast to ensure the species' conservation during its breeding season.

Feb 19 • 13:47 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Challenging Lynx Hunting: Threatens the Species' Survival

The Swedish Nature Conservation Association is challenging a decision to allow the hunting of 153 lynxes, arguing that it threatens the vulnerable species' survival and violates EU law.

Feb 19 • 06:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Species Protection: Toads and Frogs Can Come

Amphibians are set to migrate to their breeding waters as the weather warms, with conservation efforts underway to protect them during their journey.

Feb 18 • 09:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Plant considered extinct is seen again on an island on the SP coast after a hundred years

Researchers have rediscovered a plant species, Begonia larorum, on Alcatrazes Island in São Paulo, believed to be extinct for over a century.

Feb 18 • 09:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Males' Persistent Mating Attempts Lead to ‘Extinction’ Crisis: The Tragedy of Female Turtles on an Isolated Island

Male Hermann turtles are overwhelming the female population, leading to serious implications for their survival on a remote island in North Macedonia.

Feb 18 • 08:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The solitary snow leopard: How do they 'ask out' during mating season?

Snow leopards, solitary animals that inhabit the mountainous regions of Central Asia, engage in unique courting behaviors during their mating season, despite their generally solitary lifestyle.

Feb 17 • 23:12 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Wet meadows and the rare grass sward will be restored in the Grīņu Nature Reserve

The Grīņu Nature Reserve in Latvia is set to restore wet meadows to protect the rare grass sward species and their habitat.

Feb 17 • 08:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meet the axolotls: the exotic and endangered Mexican species finds a home in RS after rescue from trafficking

Axolotls, a Mexican species known for their unique regenerative abilities, have been rescued from animal trafficking and now find a safe habitat in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul.

Feb 17 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A common rorqual of nine meters is found dead in the waters of Valencia

A nine-meter common rorqual has been found dead in Valencia, marking the second-largest whale species in the world.

Feb 16 • 17:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Unique breeding in Ostrava. The longest monitor lizards in the world have hatched.

A unique breeding event of the world's longest monitor lizards has taken place in Ostrava, Czechia.

Feb 16 • 14:56 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Salmon farming still poses 'catastrophic' risk to endangered ray

A recent report indicates that Maugean skate, an endangered species, faces severe threats from salmon farming despite uncertain population estimates and research methods.

Feb 16 • 04:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Inside show where Brits can buy hunting holidays with special offers to slaughter animals

The Great British Shooting Show in Birmingham features packages for hunting trips that offer controversial opportunities to hunt endangered species.

Feb 15 • 18:58 UTC

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