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Critically Endangered Atlantic Salmon Return to Three English Rivers After Decade

Young Atlantic salmon return to English rivers after decade

Young Atlantic salmon, a species critically endangered in Britain, have been found spawning in three north-west rivers for the first time since 2015, signalling a major environmental recovery. Discover the story of this significant turnaround.

Rare 'Dodo's Cousin' Sighted in Samoa After Years of Fear

Critically Endangered Manumea Bird Sighted in Samoa

The manumea, the closest living relative to the extinct dodo, has been seen in a Samoan rainforest for the first time since 2020. Discover the vital role this bird plays and why its survival is critical.

Iraq's Tigris River on the Brink: Pollution and Dams Threaten Ancient Way of Life

Iraq's Tigris River in danger of disappearing

The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.

Wild Turkey Swaps: The Unlikely Conservation Triumph

How Turkey Trades Became a Conservation Success

Discover how US states traded wild turkeys for other animals like moose and otters, reviving populations from just thousands to 7 million birds. Explore this ingenious conservation story.

Colorado City's Water Crisis: Restaurants Asked to Serve Water on Request

Aurora's water plea: Only serve when asked

Aurora, Colorado, urges restaurants to serve water only on request as reservoirs sit at 65% capacity. A small step in a major conservation effort. Learn how the city is battling drought.

Giant Amazon River Turtles Released in Key Brazilian Reserve

Giant Amazon Turtle Hatchlings Released in Brazil

Environmental agents in Brazil have released hatchlings of the giant Amazon river turtle into the Abufari Biological Reserve, a crucial step for the species' survival. See the conservation in action.

Katy Soapi: The Scientist Protecting Solomon Islands' Sacred Tetepare

Scientist leads fight to protect sacred Pacific island

Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.

Urgent River Search in Cwmbran After Man Seen in Afon Lwyd

Emergency search for man in Cwmbran river

Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.

Hippo Takes Historic Moonlit Swim in River Ganges During Diwali Celebrations

Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River

In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.

Daring River Rescue: American Swimmer's Hudson Crossing Ends in Dramatic Jersey City Save

Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer

A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.

Munich's Iconic River Wave Mysteriously Vanishes, Leaving Surf Community Reeling

Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes

The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.

Beth Pratt's Extraordinary Crusade: The Woman Bringing Wildlife Back to Yosemite

Beth Pratt's Mission to Save Yosemite Wildlife

Discover how Beth Pratt, California's unlikely wildlife champion, is leading groundbreaking conservation efforts to restore Yosemite's natural balance through innovative corridors and community engagement.

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