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Rare Pygmy Hippo Calf Born at Michigan Zoo

Watch the heartwarming moment as a rare pygmy hippopotamus calf takes its first swimming lesson alongside its protective mother in a Michigan zoo enclosure.

Baby Numbats Spark Hope for Endangered Species

Conservationists celebrate as vulnerable baby numbats emerge in Western Australia, signalling potential recovery for the termite-eating marsupial once hunted to near-extinction.

Rare fossa triplets born at Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo celebrates the birth of three incredibly rare fossa pups, marking a significant conservation victory for the mysterious Madagascar predator.

Red List: 25% of bird species now threatened

New IUCN Red List reveals alarming declines in global bird populations, with Arctic seals and green turtles also facing heightened threats. Conservation experts warn of accelerating biodiversity loss worldwide.

Swiss Alpine Meadows Lose 60% of Plant Species

Groundbreaking research exposes how intensive farming is devastating Switzerland's iconic grassland ecosystems, with nearly 60% of plant species disappearing from some areas.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Green Crab Invasion Threatens UK Coastal Ecosystems

An aggressive invasive species, the green crab, is wreaking havoc along Britain's coastline, destroying native habitats and threatening local fisheries. Scientists race against time to contain the ecological disaster.

Pine Martens Return to Exmoor After 150 Years

In a landmark conservation effort, eighteen elusive pine martens have been reintroduced to Exmoor's woodlands, marking their return after disappearing from the region over a century ago.

Coal firm probed over endangered glider habitat

A fiery Senate hearing reveals investigation into Australian coal firm accused of clearing critical habitat for endangered greater gliders, sparking political confrontation over environmental enforcement.

Australia's rarest bird of prey faces silent extinction

Australia's rarest bird of prey, the Red Goshawk, is vanishing without public notice. Conservationists reveal how habitat destruction and bureaucratic inertia are pushing this magnificent raptor to the brink.

Vote for Australian Bird of the Year 2025

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, featuring 50 remarkable native species vying for the coveted title. Discover the contenders and make your voice heard in this celebration of Australia's extraordinary avian diversit

Australian Bird of the Year: Beyond the Popular Vote

Discover how Australia's beloved Bird of the Year competition has evolved into a powerful conservation movement, raising awareness about threatened species and driving environmental action beyond the popular vote.

Mining expansion pushes Baudin cockatoo to extinction brink

New research reveals that planned mining expansions in Western Australia will destroy crucial feeding habitats, leaving the endangered Baudin black cockatoo with no path to survival without immediate government intervention.

Berlin's goshawk blueprint could transform UK cities

Discover how Berlin's successful urban goshawk conservation strategy provides a revolutionary model for rewilding British cities and restoring these magnificent birds of prey to our urban landscapes.

Rocket launch threatens Australia's smallest bird

Australia's tiniest bird faces extinction as a proposed spaceport threatens its fragile habitat. Conservationists clash with space industry ambitions in a high-stakes environmental showdown.

Greater Glider Protection Pledged After Court Win

In a significant move for Australian conservation, the Environment Minister pledges urgent protection measures for the vulnerable Greater Glider after a landmark court case brought by the Wilderness Society.

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