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World Environment Day sees calls for protection post-COVID-19
Biodiversity is the foundation of life on Earth, but it is being threatened like never before and humanity is feeling the impact.
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How to increase biodiversity across cities
Cities and their surrounding areas are expanding. And this dramatically affects ecosystems. Urban areas are often perceived to have lower biodiversity than the countryside, but some recent studies suggest that urban land can support...
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China creates first Cyborg bee | bees could be used in combat & counterterrorism
Chinese scientists have successfully turned bees into cyborgs by inserting controllers into their brains. Watch to know more on this!
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Natural harmony of Uganda's 'Ghost Island' under threat from international tourism
On a tiny island in Uganda’s Lake Victoria, local fishermen have created a rare harmony with nature, guided by strict cultural traditions and spiritual beliefs. But with growing interest from tourists, there are fears this fragile...
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Cameroonian marine conservationists trained as scientific divers
The three biologists stayed on in France after the UN Ocean Conference to do the training in Marseille.
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Sierra Leone: popular chimpanzee sanctuary under threat from encroachment
The Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary is a safe haven for orphaned, rescued and abused chimpanzees across Sierra Leone. But the sanctuary and its inhabitants are under threat from illegal land grabs that diminish the rainforest.
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Kenya's rhinos get their ears notched for tracking and protection
Rhino populations in Kenya have long suffered from poaching. But in the past few years, the country has managed to improve the situation. Its latest initiative to protect the animals: notching their ears to make them easier to track.
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World Bee Day: bees under threat, but solutions exist, report finds
Bee populations have been declining around the world, weakened by climate change, pesticides and pollution. A new report released on World Bee Day however also highlights ways to help these important little insects.
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Researchers want public’s help to monitor St. Lawrence River with DNA found in water samples
Espace pour la vie and Génome Québec are teaming up for the community science project. They’re asking people near Tadoussac, Cacouna, Rimouski and La Malbaie to collect water samples which they’ll use to check the health of organisms in...
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A look at the marine animals that will be living at Dalhousie's aquarium
Staff at the Aquatron Laboratory have been busy gathering marine animals since last summer. The collection of sea creatures will eventually move into the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity, a new aquarium under construction. CBC News...
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Kenya: Belgian nationals plead guilty to smuggling protected ants
Kenya Wildlife Services described the case as a "landmark" trail, which "highlights a growing global threat to biopiracy of native species"
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Why scientists want to protect empty, muddy seabeds
Canada controls more of the ocean than any other country. As officials work to meet their commitment of doubling the amount of marine area protected area by 2030, some scientists are pushing for the conservation of a surprising habitat:...
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Massive stores of carbon preserved in Canada's muddy ocean seabeds, UVic finds
New research from the University of Victoria suggests seabed sediment in British Columbia’s channels and inlets could play an important role in storing carbon. Researchers say protecting the areas could help limit climate change.
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27 New Species Discovered in Peru’s Amazon, Including 'Amphibious Mouse' and 'Dwarf Squirrel
A recent scientific expedition in Peru’s Amazon rainforest has led to the discovery of 27 new species, including an "amphibious mouse" and a "dwarf squirrel." These remarkable findings highlight the biodiversity of the Amazon and its...
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Nature: New Species Showcase Amazon Rainforest's Rich Biodiversity
Nature highlights the discovery of new species in the Amazon rainforest, showcasing its rich and diverse biodiversity.
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Predictions for 2025: Top experts from various fields tell us what they expect from the new year
Wim Wenders, Luisa Neubauer, and other figures share their predictions for 2025, stressing the impact of today's decisions on the future and the value of truth.
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Predictions for 2025: Voices from various fields
As we approach the new year, prominent figures from diverse backgrounds share their predictions and hopes for 2025, reflecting on the potential for change and the challenges we might face.
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Artificial Intelligence To Reverse Mass Insect Extinction
Scientists are exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to combat the ongoing mass extinction of insects. AI technologies could aid in monitoring populations, predicting trends, and developing strategies to protect these...
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London Mayor Sadiq Khan addressed a round table at Walthamstow Wetlands
London Mayor Sadiq Khan addressed a round table at Walthamstow Wetlands after he announced a plan to clean up the city’s waterways. The Mayor, TfL, London Wildlife Trust and Thames Water announce injection of over £1.8 billion across the...
Bloomberg
'De-Extincting' the Woolly Mammoth
Ben Lamm, CEO and founder of Colossal Biosciences, discusses how his company aims to bring back long lost species as it reaches a $10.2B valuation. He speaks with Caroline Hyde on "Bloomberg Technology".
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UK needs to keep pushing money towards helping climate, says ecohydrologist
Interview with ecohydrologist Ghaamid Abdulbasat from Tanzania, who speaks from Cop28 in Dubai about the importance of biodiversity in reducing the impacts of climate change. Mr Abdulbasat said the UK needs to continue putting money...
Bloomberg
VC Spotlight: Climate Tech Investing
Ananda Impact Ventures Partner Zoe Peden joins Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow to discuss AI applications in climate tech, its potential in the sector and possible drawbacks, and why she thinks it's important to focus on the biodiversity...
Press Association
Sheep begin grazing on Hampstead Heath
Sheep will graze on Hampstead Heath from 11-18 September as part of a week-long biodiversity trial at the iconic north London open space. The City of London Corporation, which owns, manages, and protects Hampstead Heath as a registered...
Bloomberg
Green Energy Transition: Biodiversity Finance
BloombergNEF estimates that the global economy could plunge by $2.7T in seven years, due to biodiversity loss. That would also impact food security and disrupt supply chains. BNEF's sustainable agriculture analyst Hugh Bromley explains....