Algeria reports 27,000 species and expands protected zones

Algeria has recorded more than 27,000 living species, including 8,500 plant species and 18,000 animal species. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune announced the expansion of the nation's protected areas to 24 zones, covering marine, forest, mountainous, steppe, and Saharan ecosystems.

In alignment with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, Algeria has updated its national biodiversity strategy and action plan for 2025-2030. This plan includes 24 national objectives and 93 implementation measures aimed at addressing threats such as human activity, desertification, forest fires, and climate change.

In Morocco, the Rabat National Zoological Garden (JZN) has expanded its Vivarium collection with 72 new specimens representing 21 African reptile and amphibian species. The addition includes the Nile monitor, Anchieta's python, the panther chameleon, the African bullfrog, and the Madagascar giant day gecko. The facility aims to enhance educational outreach regarding the ecological roles of these animals and promote conservation awareness.