Captive breeding offers hope for Guatemala's rare lizard

A Chiapas zoo welcomes a newborn tapir, a conservation win for the endangered mammal

The birth is signficant because tapirs, which are related to horses, are threatened in Mexico by habitat fragmentation, deforestation, poaching, vehicle strikes and slow reproductive rates. The post A Chiapas zoo welcomes a newborn tapir, a conservation win for the endangered mammal appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Cuban zoo celebrates birth of Bengal tigers amid energy crisis

Arrival of endangered cats, including rare white cub, revitalises team straining under fuel and medicine shortagesFor the Cuban zookeeper Ángel Cordero, the sight of four Bengal tiger cubs playing in a cage at the Cuban national zoo is a small miracle on an island stifled by shortages of fuel, medicine and days-long power outages.The ​birth of these endangered big cats – including an exceedingly rare white tiger – has revitalised a team of zoo workers, he said. Continue reading...

Foreign arrivals in S. Korea surpass 10 million, on course to new annual high

South Korea has welcomed more than 10 million foreign visitors so far this year, a provisional tally by the tourism ministry showed Wednesday, suggesting the country may be headed for a new annual high. Foreign arrivals exceeded 10 million during the third weekend of this month, about a month earlier than last year, when the mark was reached in mid-July, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It is the first time the figure has been achieved within the first half of any year.

Florida tag is jealous that cobras escaped a breeding facility in China [Scary]

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Population mobility falls to 52-year low in May amid housing supply decline

SEOUL, June 24 (Yonhap) -- The number of South Koreans relocating to new regions...

Study finds turtles are closely related to birds and crocodiles

Study finds turtles are closely related to birds and crocodiles

Escaped alligator captured after a month on the loose in Indiana

Escaped alligator captured after a month on the loose in Indiana

Honduras Macaw Rescue Effort Draws Attention to Narco Threats

A new report from The Nation has put international attention on a remote corner of eastern Honduras, where Indigenous Miskito guardians are protecting the scarlet macaw while facing pressure from poachers, illegal ranching, forest fires and drug-trafficking routes. The story by journalist Roberto Lovato, focuses on La Moskitia, the vast rainforest region in Honduras’ eastern [] The post Honduras Macaw Rescue Effort Draws Attention to Narco Threats appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Saving the Scarlet Macaw in Narco Country

Roberto Lovato In eastern Honduras, Indigenous guardians are risking their lives to protect the famous red parrot. The post Saving the Scarlet Macaw in Narco Country appeared first on The Nation.

Andean Puma Reappears in Argentina after Long Absence

In the province of Mendoza, at the foot of the Andes, the global conservation community has welcomed a major development. Near the town of Malagueno, infrared cameras have captured images of the Andean puma (scientific name: Leopardus jacobita) for the third consecutive time; this feline is one of South America’s most elusive and rarest predators. These images indicate that conservation measures for this endangered species are proving effective, reports El Maipo, a partner of TV BRICS.

Police rescue 22 victims from bandits captivity in Kwara

About 22 persons in Kwara South Senatorial District, have been rescued from armed bandits captivity, DAILY POST reports. They were released after a fierce and coordinated operation by Kogi State Joint Security Forces comprising the Military, Police, Hunters and Vigilante groups in forests along the Kwara-Kogi border, according to a statement by the Kwara South [] Police rescue 22 victims from bandits captivity in Kwara

Conservation efforts increase 'endangered' pangolins

By Anil Parajuli, Hetauda, July 2: Sightings of the endangered pangolins have become increasingly common in Makwanpur in...

Preparing for the unthinkable

This story was produced by El Tímpano, a civic media organization serving and covering the Bay Area’s Latino and Mayan immigrant communities. The original version of the story can be found here. In 2024, Guadalupe Maribel Aguilar Martín became a U.S. citizen, nearly two decades after fleeing an abusive ex-boyfriend in her native Guatemala. The []

Rescue dog 'Osito' wearing Mexico jersey steals hearts at the World Cup

Joining Merlin the duck in the pantheon of heart-stealers is Osito, an 8-year-old rescue poodle mix who’s become an unlikely sensation after arriving at Mexico’s opening match, dressed in a Mexico jersey, sunglasses and a cap. (AP Video by Fernanda Pesce) #mexico #worldcup #fifaworldcup Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

LOOK: Over 36,000 Malawians arrive in home country after fleeing South Africa

LOOK: Over 36,000 Malawians arrive in home country after fleeing South Africa

World : Foreign Arrivals In S. Korea Surpass 10 Million, On Track For New Annual High

SEOUL, June 24 (Bernama-Yonhap) -- South Korea has welcomed more than 10 million foreign visitors so far this year, raising the possibility that the country could set a new annual record, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Cuban zoo welcomes birth of Bengal tiger cubs

Four Bengal tiger cubs, including a rare white tiger, were born at the Cuban National Zoo as the country grapples with economic difficulties and widespread shortages. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #Americas #Cuba #zoo #BengalTiger #wildlife Read the story here: 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Indonesia releases 21 rescued green sea turtles into Bali waters

The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has released 21 green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) back into the ...

New ghost shark species may have been found in Costa Rica

Costa Rican scientists may have discovered a new species of ghost shark in Pacific waters near Cabo Blanco and Cano Island. The latest discovery has a “shorter” snout, a “darker coloration pattern” and a “much longer spine on its dorsal fin”, according to Arturo Angulo Sibaja, a biology professor at the University of Costa Rica. The discovery marked the only such species “known for the Central American coast”, Sibaja said, adding genetic analysis indicated the new species had “no reproductive...

Why the return of these five rare birds has Costa Blanca conservationists celebrating

Five young ospreys released in the Marjal de Pego-Oliva Natural Park have returned to the Valencian Community after completing an []

North Korean soldier suspected of defecting crosses demilitarised zone into South Korea

According to data from South Korea's Ministry of Unification, more than 34,000 North Koreans have defected to the South since its records began in 1998.

Mansur Movlaev's parents have been released after being kidnapped.

The parents of Chechen native Mansur Movlaev, previously abducted by unknown persons, have been released and returned home.

Kidnapping, detention cases involving Koreans abroad surge 20-fold in 4 years: data

Kidnapping, detention cases involving Koreans abroad surge 20-fold in 4 years: data

Oyo school kidnap: Troops block escape routes as terrorists reduce demands

There are strong indications that the 39 abducted schoolchildren and seven teachers may regain their freedom any time soon The post Oyo school kidnap: Troops block escape routes as terrorists reduce demands appeared first on Vanguard News.

San Antonio woman becomes latest bombshell on Love Island USA

A hot new bombshell has entered the villa. And this time she’s from San Antonio. Parmida Keshani, a 27-year-old Alamo City resident, premiered Sunday night on Episode 17 of Love Island USA, the nation’s most-streamed reality show. Love Island follows a group of singles from the United States as they explore romantic connections and try [] The post San Antonio woman becomes latest bombshell on Love Island USA appeared first on San Antonio Current.

Flood-hit pupils absent from school

The Zambezi education directorate says dozens of pupils from three flood-affected schools have not returned to class since the start of the current term. The schools are Muzii Combined School, Nankuntwe Combined School, and Mpukano Primary School. They were among the more than nine schools relocated to higher grounds due to annual floods experienced in [] The post Flood-hit pupils absent from school appeared first on The Namibian.

Dozens arrested in illegal gambling raid in L.A.

Twenty-seven people were detained and six were arrested Saturday after a report of a gunman holding someone hostage prompted a large police response to an illegal gambling operation in Los Angeles' Koreatown. KTLA's Chris Wolfe reports. Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/about-20-detained-after-armed-suspect-call-sparks-lapd-response-in-koreatown/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Missing 12-Year-Old Triplet Winter Haven Brothers Located Safe

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – The missing brothers have been located and are safe, according to the Winter Haven Police Department. ORIGINAL REPORT: Authorities in Winter Haven have launched an active search for 12-year-old triplet brothers who disappeared from their home on Thursday afternoon. Demarquin Munson, Demarkus Munson, and Dequarrius Munson were last seen around 3 [] Missing 12-Year-Old Triplet Winter Haven Brothers Located Safe

Scientists found a spider in the Amazon that looks like a parasitic fungus so perfectly they first mistook it for a mushroom

In a groundbreaking discovery in Ecuador's Amazon, scientists have identified a unique spider species, Taczanowskia waska, which artfully impersonates a fungus that preys on spiders. This exceptional adaptation combines pale hues, fungus-like appendages, and a still demeanor that interlaces it seamlessly within its environment, deceiving even seasoned researchers. Highlighted through citizen science, this discovery underscores the complex survival tactics in nature and the enigmatic diversity of rainforests.