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One of Australia’s rarest birds is the forty-spotted pardalote: a tiny, 4-inch bird with a yellow face, olive rump, and white-spotted feathers. Although it was once a common find, the forty-spotted pardalote took a steep dive in the 1990s and was officially listed as endangered in Tasmania's Threate...
The park rangers borrowed inspiration from beavers throughout Rocky Mountain National Park....
A lone man on Thailand's Tang Khen Bay, transfixed by a screen, oblivious to the rising tide lapping at his feet. What secrets lie offshore, beyond the shadowy horizon?
Uttarakhand's winter wonderland turned into a raging inferno, as forests burned where snow should have blanketed the mountains. Ash replaced the expected soft snowfall, exposing the land's vulnerability.
Penguins in Antarctica are adapting to climate change, with a decade-long study revealing dramatic shifts in their breeding seasons.
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Nighttime in the garden reveals a secret world - hidden cameras uncover the nocturnal adventures of Britain's beloved hedgehogs, drawn by the irresistible lure of food.
Discover the hidden gems right in your backyard - from quirky roadside attractions to little-known local wonders, the places near you are full of surprises.
Moose sightings in Transylvania? Centuries after their local extinction, scientists were stunned by a recent moose spotting in Romania, confirmed by Rewilding Romania.
An Austrian cow named Veronika has stunned scientists with her unexpected tool-wielding prowess, challenging long-held beliefs about bovine intelligence.
Cricket is the heartbeat of Sri Lanka, uniting a nation across divides. Yet, the drive to expand stadiums clashes with fragile ecosystems, sparking debates on development and climate resilience.
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A heartwarming encounter: a rescued whale returns to her rescuers, swimming between them and appearing to express gratitude. This remarkable moment was captured in a stunning photograph.
Oceans on the brink: Alarming seaweed blooms fueled by climate change and pollution threaten to upend marine ecosystems worldwide.
Majestic raptors, the planet's mightiest birds, captivate us as they soar effortlessly. But the fascination is mutual - these avian titans observe us from above, thanks to cutting-edge GPS technology.
Devastating floods and landslides in Indonesia have prompted the government to sue six companies for $284 million in environmental damages, seeking accountability for the deadly disasters.
Microplastics have infiltrated Antarctica's pristine soil, impacting its lone insect species and exposing the global reach of human pollution. An international team uncovered this alarming discovery.
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Hiding in the rugged bushlands of Western Australia, the Gilbert's potoroo - one of the world's rarest marsupials - may soon receive a lifeline thanks to groundbreaking research.
A 66-year-old hiker, presumed lost after a 2-week search was abandoned, has been miraculously found alive, defying all odds. This incredible story of survival captivates readers from the start.
A tiny camera has captured the first-ever footage of an endangered tree kangaroo developing inside its mother's pouch, offering a rare window into this elusive species' life cycle.
Woolly rhinos vanished in a flash - DNA from a frozen wolf reveals the icy truth behind their abrupt demise.
Uncovering a Prehistoric Treasure Trove: Saudi Arabian Scientists Stumble Upon 7 Naturally Mummified Cheetah Skeletons in Remote Cave Expedition.
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Restoring the Great Plains, one mile at a time. American Prairie, the largest private conservation project, celebrates removing 100 miles of barbed wire, freeing the prairie's megafauna to roam.
Kangaroo Island's native species are bouncing back in astonishing numbers, thanks to cat-proof fencing erected after a devastating wildfire ravaged their habitat.
On Christmas Eve, the Central Asian nation of Kyrgyzstan inaugurated its first solar power plant, one that will power a small city and cut 120,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually. The 100-megawatt installation will generate 210 million kWh of clean electricity annually, and represents one of the larg...
Balloons mark a joyous arrival for the Bageni, a Congolese gorilla clan now 59 strong. Born to matriarch Makufu, the twins will be closely watched as this critically-endangered species fights for survival in the DRC.
Awestruck rowers witnessed a breathtaking encounter with a massive whale while crossing the Atlantic, capturing the incredible moment on film.
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The Monastery of Santa María de las Cuevas, known as La Cartuja, is linked to Cristopher Columbus. In fact, in 1509 he was buried there, alongside his son Diego, until 1536, when his remains were transferred to Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. Yet something of his voyages to America still en...
A once-barren English farm has been reborn as a thriving wildlife haven, with breeding bird populations soaring 900% in just 20 years - proof of nature's remarkable resilience.
Mauritius reefs faced a devastating coral bleaching crisis, but one scientist's heat-resistant corals defied the odds, offering hope for protecting these fragile ecosystems.
Anger over economic ruin and political oppression fuel Iran's protests, but a deeper driver looms: ecological disaster so severe the president warns Tehran's
Lurking in Odisha's Similipal National Park, an ancient predator is making a remarkable comeback. The elusive mugger crocodile, once dwindling, now numbers 84 - a testament to conservation efforts.
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The UK's failure to ratify the UN's high seas treaty jeopardizes its participation in a pivotal oceans summit, warn environmental advocates.
Nestled in the lush Virunga forests, a remarkable sight unfolded as Jacques Katutu laid eyes on the newborn mountain gorilla twins, their tiny bodies clinging to their mother Mafuko's embrace.
Scorching temperatures are crippling honey bees' efforts to maintain their hives, driving alarming population drops. As the climate warms, these vital pollinators face an uncertain future.
Mosquitoes are abandoning wildlife for human blood as deforestation ravages Brazil's Atlantic Forest, a global biodiversity hotspot with only a third of its original forest left.
Unearthing a Feline Time Capsule: Mummified Cheetahs Reveal Secrets of Saudi Arabia's Past
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The open ocean, once seen as too vast to manage, now faces a new global framework to protect its fragile biodiversity beyond national borders.
A bold Indigenous climate advocate faces a chilling crackdown in Russia, accused of terrorism for her UN advocacy on behalf of her people.
Groundwater depletion in Varanasi has private companies scrambling to install rainwater harvesting systems, as the Chief Development Officer demands action to recharge aquifers.
Mongabay's Newswire Desk delivers urgent environmental news to non-specialists, meeting the public's growing demand for credible, accessible reporting in the digital age.
Indonesia's "geothermal island" of Flores, once touted as a global showcase for clean energy, now faces sustained resistance from local communities as key projects remain suspended.