CONSERVATION NEWS
News, views and features from the front lines of conservation
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Pandemic prevention, African oil, Antarctic krill concern: 3 stories you may have missed
By Kiley Price
November 2, 2020
In case you missed it: A new report outlines five strategies to reduce the risk of future pandemics with nature, oil drilling could soon begin in the Okavango region of Africa, and climate change and overfishing could negatively impact Antarctic krill.
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Conservation in pop culture: fungal fashion, two-wheeled tourism and more
By Kiley Price
October 13, 2020
Here are a few shows, podcasts and more that can help bring nature to life for you, wherever you are.
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Poaching, deforestation reportedly on the rise since COVID-19 lockdowns
By Kiley Price
April 30, 2020
Poaching and deforestation in the tropics have increased since COVID-19 restrictions went into effect around the world, according to recent reports from Conservation International field offices.
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Poaching pressures, economic hope, a parched island: 3 stories you may have missed
By Kiley Price
April 20, 2020
In case you missed it: Poaching may increase in Africa as the pandemic continues, the long-term benefits of climate action could help boost the global economy and an island nation in Africa is running out of water due to climate change and deforestation.
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Coronavirus containment, indigenous forestry, bird patrol: 3 stories you may have missed
By Kiley Price
February 3, 2020
In case you missed it: China announced a temporary ban on its wildlife trade as the deadly coronavirus spreads, indigenous peoples in Africa's Congo Basin fight to protect their land against logging companies and radar-equipped seabirds are helping to track illegal fishing on the high seas.
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