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Indonesia wildfire and transboundary haze crisis expands

47 clusters · 205 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Orangutans released into protected habitat in Borneo

By early November 2026, Indonesia’s forest and land fire (karhutla) crisis, driven by El Niño, has escalated into a massive public health emergency. Cumulative cases of acute respiratory infection (ISPA) have risen to 40

Mediterranean monk seal conservation efforts

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Alonissos Marine Park records two new Mediterranean monk seal pups

Conservation efforts for the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal are being implemented across the Mediterranean to combat habitat loss and human-induced mortality. In Antalya, Turkey, researchers report that ap

Indonesia wildfire and haze crisis intensifies

79 clusters · 260 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Indonesia forest fire hotspots increase to 338 points

The 2026 Indonesia wildfire season, intensified by El Niño, has reached catastrophic levels. By late September, approximately 1.92 million hectares had burned since January, devastating over half of the habitats for crit

Cultural and film festivals in Romania and Moldova

24 clusters · 89 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Contemporary art exhibitions announced in Romania

Cultural and cinematic activities continue across Romania and Moldova. Recent developments in Romania include the 16th edition of the Bucharest Experimental Film Festival (BIEFF), presenting nearly 100 films under the th

Latin American biodiversity and forest conservation efforts

7 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Buenos Aires coast faces severe erosion and environmental degradation

Various conservation and restoration initiatives have been launched across Latin America, focusing on ecosystem protection and biodiversity. In Uruguay, educational programs promote the sustainable use of Butiá palm grov

Deep-sea mining economic and environmental debate

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Deep-sea mining impacts and sovereignty concerns in the Pacific

An economic analysis by Koinon Consulting suggests that deep-sea mining is likely to result in financial losses rather than prosperity. The study, titled ‘Case Not Proven: The Economics of Deep-Sea Mining’, indicates tha

Iberian lynx conservation and population trends

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Iberian lynx population reaches 2,663 in Spain and Portugal

The Iberian lynx population in Spain and Portugal has shown significant recovery, reaching 2,663 individuals according to a 2025 census. This growth follows a period where the species was near extinction, with fewer than

Biodiversity and habitat threats in Brazil

4 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Brazil coral reefs classified as critically endangered

Brazil is facing significant ecological challenges regarding its marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Five coral reef ecoregions, including Atol das Rocas and Abrolhos, have been classified as critically endangered by the

Lescar Zoo primate theft

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Lescar zoo monkey theft: most stolen primates recovered

On October 27, 2026, fourteen primates, including nine marmosets and five pied tamarins, were stolen from the Lescar Zoo near Pau in southwestern France. Zoo director Guillaume Darzacq reported that the thieves targeted

Coral reef extinction risks and restoration efforts

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Coral reefs face extreme risk of collapse due to climate change

Scientific assessments published in the journal Nature indicate that a significant portion of reef-building coral species face extinction risks due to ocean warming and acidification. Initial reports suggest that over 40

Peruvian pelican population decline

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Peruvian pelican populations decline by nearly 40 percent

The Peruvian pelican population is experiencing a significant decline, with reports indicating losses of between 40,000 and 47,000 birds. Research suggests population decreases of approximately 31.5% to 40% in certain ar

Global orchid conservation and extinction risks

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Orchid extinction risks rise in Brazil due to legal and environmental factors

Wild orchid species are facing significant threats from habitat loss, invasive plants, and international trade. Research into the Dracula orchid genus, native to Ecuador and Colombia, shows that since 1981, 91% of known

Climate change impacts on marine ecosystems

3 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: IUCN assessment warns 96% of shallow-water coral reefs face critical risk

Research indicates that climate change is significantly impacting marine environments and coastal features. A study in the journal Climatic Change warns that over 75% of the world’s premier surf breaks are at high risk o

Gorilla births and conservation efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Gorillas give birth in Virunga National Park

Recent reports highlight successful gorilla births in different contexts. In Rostock, Germany, zoo officials announced that a female gorilla named Yene is pregnant and expected to give birth in December. This event is vi

Philippines climate and energy transition targets

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Philippines targets 35% renewable energy share by 2030

The Philippines has established ambitious climate and energy targets focused on decarbonization and renewable energy expansion. In September 2026, Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna announce

Montenegro wildlife hunting regulation dispute

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Montenegro establishes new protected species list for EU alignment

In late September 2026, Montenegro’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management adopted a new Rulebook on hunting seasons. The regulation adjusted hunting periods for species including deer, roe deer, chamois