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Brazil is hosting the COP15 conference focused on the protection of migratory wildlife, where it will lead global negotiations for the next three years.

A court case has begun in Sweden for six men charged with serious hunting law violations after shooting a bear and her cubs in Strömsund.

A small snail is causing significant controversy in Munich, with political figures questioning the legitimacy of its conservation status.

Two men were arrested while transporting seven fighting cocks and two hens under poor conditions on BR-386 in Brazil.

The Federal Highway Police (PRF) conducted the 'Sentinela' operation in the Sertão of Pernambuco, seizing illegal wood and rescuing numerous birds over a span of several weeks.

Metsähallitus announces rewards for locating previously unknown nests of the bald eagle, with a focus on environmental protection and wildlife management.

A 71-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle, crossed into oncoming traffic, and broke through a wildlife protection fence without injuring anyone.

A new red LED street lighting initiative in Gladsaxe, Denmark, has been implemented to protect local bat populations by reducing disturbances caused by traditional white and blue lighting.

The article warns gardeners to be cautious during spring cleanup, as hedgehogs waking from hibernation may be hiding in leaf piles and could be injured or killed by careless actions.

Spring cleaning in gardens poses a risk to awakening hedgehogs hiding in debris, as careless actions can cause them severe injury or death.

Residents planning to destroy bird nests in March must obtain a permit or risk significant fines.

A sparrowhawk was captured at a subway station in Stockholm after it hunted a pigeon, supported by a collective effort of the public and local authorities.

Environmental police rescued 40 wild birds being held illegally in captivity in Agudos, Brazil, and fined the responsible individual R$ 50,000 following an anonymous tip-off.

The PRF operation in Maranhão led to the seizure of 27 wild animals and the arrest of 14 individuals for environmental crimes, focusing on the protection of fauna and flora.

Police in Brazil arrested a 28-year-old man suspected of illegal hunting after discovering dog hair in a motorcycle transport box during an operation.

The harbor seal has been designated as March's endangered species due to a decline in population attributed to bycatch and habitat destruction.

As of March 1st, a new dog leash law comes into effect in Finland to protect wildlife during their breeding and nesting seasons.

A nationwide dog leash period begins today in Finland, lasting until August 19, as mandated by hunting laws to protect wildlife during their breeding season.

The article discusses the drastic treatment of animals, highlighting the disturbing discovery of severed deer heads found in a Czech forest.

The first seal pup of the year has been sighted in Ventspils, prompting authorities to call for protection from dogs and discouragement of photographing the animals.

A 35-year-old man from Stockholm has been sentenced for serious wildlife protection offenses after selling stuffed animals, including lions, tigers, and cougars, from his apartment.

The Environmental Police in Brazil seized eight firearms during an operation aimed at combating illegal hunting in Northern Minas Gerais, resulting in one arrest.

A 25-year-old American has been sentenced to 45 days in prison for giving alcohol to a protected bird in Los Angeles.

A 35-year-old man in Stockholm was recently convicted of serious wildlife protection crimes for trading rare stuffed animals, including a lion and a puma.

Dingo advocates in Australia are pushing for legal protection of dingoes, arguing against their classification as pests due to their cultural and environmental significance.

A 25-year-old American, Cesar Gustavo Diaz, has been sentenced to 45 days in prison for cruelty to animals after making a Cooper's hawk drink alcohol.

A man in Sweden has been sentenced for wildlife crime after attempting to sell a stuffed lion and other protected species without legal provenance.

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency has announced an increase in the number of seals allowed to be hunted this year, permitting a total of 1,350 gray seals, which is 350 more than last year.

A 51-year-old man was arrested for illegal hunting in Rio Pardo de Minas after fleeing police and rolling his car during the escape.

YouTuber Elvish Yadav faced criticism from the Supreme Court regarding his involvement with snakes in a certain case, prompting a review under wildlife protection laws.

YouTuber Elvish Yadav faced criticism from the Supreme Court regarding a case involving snakes and poison, which he challenged by questioning the charges against him.

Reports from Tasmania highlight disturbing interactions between tourists and local penguins, prompting calls for better protection of these wildlife.

Research indicates that many wolverines are disappearing without known cause, raising concerns about environmental crime in Norway.

The city of Dachau plans to cull seed crows this spring to mitigate their growing population and reduce disturbances for residents while adhering to wildlife protection laws.

A judge from the Rajasthan High Court has declined to hear appeals in the high-profile blackbuck poaching case involving Salman Khan and others, leading to the case being reassigned to a different bench.

Conservationists in Bavaria are raising concerns about the impact of winter recreational activities on rare wildlife in the region's designated nature protection areas.

A debate has arisen in South Korea over the sighting of endangered otters in urban rivers, with some fishermen calling them harmful, while experts argue for their protection.

California's fish and game commission has voted to protect over 1,400 mountain lions under the state's Endangered Species Act.

An inspection in Brazil led to the seizure of 135 undocumented wild animals, including turtles, snakes, and alligator hatchlings, from a vessel.

Farmers can protect their crops from wild animals using inexpensive homemade solutions, rather than expensive fencing or constant vigilance.

US authorities returned 11 confiscated protected parrots to Mexico and arrested a suspect involved in their illegal trafficking across the Chihuahua border.

The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection in Mexico rescued three white-tailed deer and two ostriches found in a property in Huetamo, Michoacán.

Five men were detained in Piauí for illegal hunting after being found with captured armadillos and hunting equipment.

An eagle nest tree has been felled near Skælskør, prompting a police report from DOF Birdlife, as the species is protected in Denmark.

South Africa has reported a 16% decrease in rhino poaching for 2025, highlighting both successes and regional challenges in wildlife protection efforts.

A golden eagle named Hamlet was found shot in the Scottish Borders, prompting a police investigation.

Sweden reported a record 6,537 traffic accidents involving fallow deer in the previous year, marking a nearly 50% increase over five years.

A Rembrandt drawing has generated billions for initiatives aimed at protecting large feline species.

A drawing by Rembrandt has yielded billions intended for the conservation of big cats.

Astro, a manatee, was severely injured after being hit by a motorized vessel at Praia do Saco in Estância, Sergipe, marking over 30 similar incidents in its life as recorded by the Aquatic Mammal Foundation (FMA).