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nationalobserver.comNorth Atlantic Right Whales Record 23 New Calves in Recent Season, Highest Since 2009
North Atlantic right whales saw 23 new calves born during the calving season that ended in mid-April, marking the fourth highest number on record and the most since 2009. Three of the mothers were first-timers, including two at age 10. Conservation efforts have contributed to the…
secretldn.comLondon Zoo Plans Viewing Gallery for Veterinary Procedures on 200th Anniversary
London Zoo, operated by the Zoological Society of London, announced a new £20 million wildlife health facility funded by an anonymous donation. The center will feature the UK's first veterinary hospital viewing gallery, allowing visitors to observe procedures like animal health c…
thesouthafrican.comIndian Businessman's Son Offers to Relocate Colombia's Invasive Hippos
Anant Ambani has proposed moving 80 hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's animals to a sanctuary in India to avoid culling. The hippos, declared invasive in Colombia, have impacted local ecosystems. The offer includes a detailed plan for their safe translocation.
680news.comYoung Male Sumatran Orangutan Uses New Canopy Bridge Over Indonesian Road, Footage Shows
A young male Sumatran orangutan was captured on camera using a newly built canopy bridge to cross a road in North Sumatra, marking the first such recorded instance. The bridge, constructed in 2024, aims to reconnect fragmented habitats for the critically endangered species. Conse…
ctvnews.caStudy Forecasts 36% of Land Animal Habitats Facing Extreme Weather Exposure by 2085 Under Continued Warming
A new study forecasts that over 36% of land animal habitats could face droughts, heatwaves, river floods and wildfires by 2085 if global warming continues. Researchers analyzed data for 33,936 vertebrate species and 794 ecoregions. Reversing warming trends could limit exposure to…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)18 Wolves Found Dead in Italian National Park, Poisoning Suspected as Cause
Italian authorities suspect poisoning in the deaths of 18 wolves found in the Abruzzo, Lazio, and Molise National Park over recent days. Tests confirmed pesticides in some carcasses, prompting condemnation from officials and environmental groups. The incident highlights tensions…
newser.comJaguar Sighted in Honduras Mountain Range for First Time in Decade
A conservation organization reported the first confirmed sighting of a jaguar in Honduras' Sierra del Merendón mountain range in 10 years. The sighting occurred on February 6, 2026, and was captured by a camera trap. This development follows efforts to combat deforestation and po…
bbc.comPhotographers Document Record 304 Humpback Whales in One Day Off South Africa
Photographers Monique and Chris Fallows captured images of 304 individual humpback whales in a single day off South Africa's west coast in December 2025. This sighting represents the highest number of large whales identified in one day, according to the photographers. The event h…
thehindu.comHumpback Whale Timmy Stranded in Baltic Sea as Rescue Efforts Continue
A humpback whale nicknamed Timmy has been trapped near Germany's island of Poel since March 2026, with multiple rescue attempts failing to guide it back to deeper waters. The animal shows signs of distress and a skin condition due to low salinity. Public interest has led to lives…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Fatou, World's Oldest Captive Gorilla, Celebrates 69th Birthday at Berlin Zoo
Fatou, a western lowland gorilla, marked her 69th birthday with a vegetable feast at the Berlin Zoo. She has lived at the zoo since 1959 and is the facility's oldest resident. The gorilla, estimated to be about 71 years old, experiences age-related health issues but remains inter…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Nature Moncton Holds Annual Nest Box Cleaning Event for Bird Habitat Support
Nature Moncton organized a nest box cleaning event over the weekend to maintain habitats for birds like tree swallows. The project, started eight years ago, addresses declines in bird populations due to habitat loss. Volunteers monitor and clean boxes across New Brunswick to supp…
Internet Archive Book Images / Wikimedia (No restrictions)Nature Club in Moncton Cleans Nesting Boxes to Support Declining Bird Population
A nature club in Moncton conducted maintenance on nesting boxes on Saturday to prepare for the May nesting season. The activity involved removing twigs and feathers from boxes installed the previous year. The effort aims to aid bird populations that have been declining.
EuronewsStranded Humpback Whale in Bay of Wismar Faces Uncertain Fate as Biologists Plan Autopsy
A humpback whale stranded in the Bay of Wismar has prompted discussions among marine biologists about rescue efforts. Officials in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania are considering a minimally invasive method to mobilize the animal using underwater recordings of whale songs. Research…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)UK Government Allocates £1 Million for Golden Eagle Reintroduction in England
The UK government has pledged £1 million to support the reintroduction of golden eagles to English skies, potentially starting next year. The initiative follows a successful re-establishment along the Scottish border and aims to restore the species extinct in England since the 19…
Llywelyn2000 / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)Pembrokeshire Coast National Park to Introduce Licensing Scheme for Commercial Coasteering
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park plans to implement a licensing scheme for commercial coasteering activities starting in May to address environmental concerns. The scheme follows an increase in complaints and providers, replacing previous voluntary codes. Twelve sites in the par…
B. F. Thomas / Wikimedia (Public domain)Global Assessment Identifies 325 Migratory Freshwater Fish Species Requiring International Protection
A March assessment by the World Wildlife Fund, the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, and the University of Nevada identified 325 migratory freshwater fish species that cross international borders and face population declines. These species encou…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)RSPB Advises Stopping Bird Feeders in UK Warmer Months to Combat Trichomonosis
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds has recommended that households in the UK avoid using garden bird feeders from May 1 to October 31 to reduce the spread of trichomonosis, a parasitic disease affecting wild birds. The guidance follows evidence linking feeder contamina…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Campaigners Report Blocked Swift Nesting Holes in Derbyshire Railway Viaduct Refurbishment
Campaigners state that three swift nesting holes on a Derbyshire railway viaduct were blocked during a £7.5 million refurbishment by Network Rail. The holes are among at least nine sites on the twin viaducts at Chapel Milton, near the Peak District. British Transport Police are i…
winnipegfreepress.comVolunteers in Poland Assist Amphibians Crossing Road During Spring Migration Near Warsaw
Volunteers in Otrębusy near Warsaw form a patrol each spring to help frogs and toads cross a busy road during migration. The initiative, active for three years, has moved about 18,000 amphibians to nearby marshes. Biologists note that road deaths can number in the hundreds per ni…
Satyesh.naik / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2026 Reports UK Bird Population Trends and Conservation Advice
More than 650,000 people participated in the 2026 Big Garden Birdwatch, counting birds in gardens and local parks across the UK. The survey showed declines in sightings of blackbirds, starlings, woodpigeons, and robins compared to 2025, while blue, great, coal, and long-tailed ti…
NewsweekConservation Group Seeks $10 Million to Protect Big Bear Valley Bald Eagle Habitat from Development
A nonprofit organization in California's Big Bear Valley is raising $10 million to purchase land and preserve habitat for bald eagles Jackie and Shadow and their chicks. The effort aims to prevent a proposed housing development on 63 acres known as Moon Camp. The eagles' nest is…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Quebec Caribou Populations Decline Prompts Hunting Pause Discussions Among Indigenous Leaders
Caribou numbers in Quebec have decreased significantly, leading First Nations and Inuit leaders to consider suspending hunting to aid herd recovery. The Quebec government has not yet decided on implementing a hunting ban. This situation involves cultural and conservation consider…
Usa TodayIUCN Classifies Emperor Penguins as Endangered Due to Sea Ice Loss
The International Union for Conservation of Nature has added emperor penguins to its endangered species list, citing declining Antarctic sea ice. The decision follows a 10% population drop between 2009 and 2018. Antarctic fur seals also face similar threats from reduced sea ice a…
Science NewsIUCN Upgrades Emperor Penguins to Endangered Status Due to Sea Ice Loss
The International Union for Conservation of Nature has reclassified emperor penguins from threatened to endangered on its Red List, citing climate-driven sea ice decline in Antarctica. The change reflects a very high risk of extinction in the wild. Antarctic fur seals have also b…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)IUCN Red List Classifies Emperor Penguins as Endangered Due to Declining Populations
The International Union for Conservation of Nature has updated its Red List to classify emperor penguins as endangered. Researchers attribute the population decline to retreating sea ice caused by climate change. The species relies on stable sea ice for breeding and survival.
Everglades NPS from Homestead, Florida, United States / Wikimedia (Public domain)Boat Collisions Contribute to 25 Percent of Manatee Deaths in Florida Last Year
Manatees, which inhabit shallow coastal waters primarily in Florida, face fatal encounters with boats. State figures indicate that collisions with boats accounted for 25 percent of manatee deaths in Florida in the previous year. Efforts to reduce such incidents involve measures t…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Orphaned Zebra Adjusts to New Home at Reteti Reserve in Kenya
A young orphaned zebra has been introduced to the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in Kenya, where it formed a bond with its keeper. The animal is gradually adapting to its environment amid interactions with other residents. The reserve focuses on wildlife conservation in the region.
Greater Bilby Populations Increase Fourfold in Australian Sanctuaries Since 2021
The Australian Wildlife Conservancy reported a census showing 5,330 greater bilbies across six sanctuaries, up from levels in 2021. The growth follows reintroductions at sites including Newhaven Animal Sanctuary in the Northern Territory. Factors include predator exclusion and fa…
Photo: Howard Walsh / UnsplashEurasian Beavers Reintroduced to Dorset Reserve Show Ecosystem Impacts After One Year
Four Eurasian beavers were released into the Purbeck Heaths nature reserve in Dorset, England, marking their first return to the wild in 400 years. The beavers have built a 35-meter dam, enhancing habitats for local wildlife including plants, insects, amphibians, birds, and bats.…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Three Black Bear Cubs Orphaned After Mother Shot Near Balmoral, Manitoba
Three 10-week-old black bear cubs were found calling for their mother after she was illegally shot near Balmoral, Manitoba, between March 30 and 31. The cubs, now in the care of Black Bear Rescue Manitoba, are undergoing rehabilitation before release into the wild. Conservation o…