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Why some northern U.S. forests recover after storms and logging while others stall may depend on seedlings already growing beneath the canopy

Forest recovery depends on seedlings already growing before disturbances occur. Healthy advance regeneration aids faster recovery and greater species diversity. Natural disturbances often hinder regeneration more than harvesting operations do. Forest managers should monitor existing seedlings to predict future recovery challenges. Protecting advance regeneration is crucial for maintaining resilient forest…

The Times of India · Aug 5

The Ghost of the Mountains by Kulbhushansingh Suryawanshi review – the secrets of the snow leopard

An Indian mountaineer follows in the footsteps of explorers and conservationists in search of an enigmatic animal

The Guardian - UK · Aug 5

The main reason you are a mosquito magnet but your friend isn’t

Researchers say findings may help develop new types of mosquito repellents

The Independent UK · Aug 5

37,000 Planted Trees and a Decade of Work: Female Tiger 'Hope' Released Into Kazakhstan's Wild After 70 Years

Kazakhstan releases an Amur tiger into the wild for the first time in over 70 years, marking a significant step in a decade-long reintroduction programme aimed at restoring the ecosystem.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

US researchers tracked nearly 450 coastal wetlands for up to 20 years; 84% were sinking towards open water and only 16% kept pace with rising seas

A new nationwide study suggests that most coastal wetlands in the contiguous United States are struggling to keep up with rising sea levels. Researchers tracking nearly 450 wetlands for up to 20 years found that 84% are gradually being inundated, putting many on a path to become open water if…

The Times of India · Aug 4

British Columbia funded the restoration of 70 hectares in the Cowichan Estuary; without the project, 60% of its marsh could disappear by 2100

British Columbia invests $500,000 in a large-scale Cowichan Estuary restoration project. This initiative aims to strengthen watershed health and improve climate resilience for the region. The project focuses on rebuilding vital habitat for fish and wildlife populations. Indigenous stewardship is central, guiding land use and planting culturally significant species. This…

The Times of India · Aug 4

Two penguin pairs colonised a South African beach in 1982; by 2026, about 2,528 birds shared Boulders with swimmers

Boulders Beach now hosts thousands of African penguins, a significant increase from just two pairs in 1982. Most adult penguins arrived from other declining colonies seeking refuge and food. Fishing restrictions in False Bay provided more sardines and anchovies for the birds. Conservation efforts, including no-fishing zones, have helped protect…

The Times of India · Aug 4

A Florida diver, after more than 20,000 dives, built an underwater nursery that grew 25,000 threatened corals for dying reefs

Florida's barrier reef has experienced severe ecological collapse due to climate change impacts. Scientists developed active propagation methods to aid coral regrowth efforts. Suspended tree structures significantly accelerate coral growth rates compared to traditional methods. These innovative techniques help rebuild living coral cover on damaged marine ecosystems. Active intervention offers…

The Times of India · Aug 4

Australia’s little penguin colony could lose up to 40% of population to bird flu

Volunteers at St Kilda colony expect to lose between a fifth and two-fifths of its 1,400 little penguins

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Scotland rolled out a “rolling carpet” of mink monitoring and targeted trapping across 29,000 km²; volunteers removed at least 646 invasive predators in four years

Coordinated efforts significantly reduced American mink numbers across Scotland's waterways. Volunteers monitored mink rafts, enabling targeted trapping where activity was confirmed. This large-scale approach covered extensive areas, preventing recolonization from untreated sites. The Scottish Mink Initiative involved numerous volunteers and expanded control across northern Scotland. This strategy demonstrated the effectiveness…

The Times of India · Aug 4