The Latest Breaking News from WWF

Wildlife populations have declined 73% since 1970 – but many of the world’s animals still aren’t being counted

Wildlife populations around the world have declined by an average of 73% since 1970. That’s according to the WWF’s new 2026 Living Planet Index – a major estimate, updated every two years, of the changing state of nature. This does not mean that 73% of the world’s animals have disappeared.…

The Conversation · 23h ago

Africa’s wildlife population plunges by 80 percent in five decades, WWF warns

Wildlife populations monitored across Africa have declined by an average of 80 percent over the past five decades, according to a major new assessment by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), which warns that changes to energy, food and financial systems are essential to reversing biodiversity loss.

Radio France Internationale · 23h ago

From tigers to turtles: The conservation success stories that prove there’s still hope for wildlife

“Biodiversity continues to be degraded at an alarming pace, yet amid these steep declines there are grounds for hope.”

Euronews · Oct 8

Brussels to keep ban on Arctic oil and gas drilling despite Norwegian pressure

Euronews has learned that the European Commission will maintain its ban on new oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, ahead of the 20 October announcement of its revamped Northern Neighbourhood strategy.

Euronews · Sep 21

Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation donated $1 million to save African elephants being killed for ivory tusks

The dramatic decline in elephant numbers is largely attributable to illegal hunting and the persistent ivory trade. Efforts such as the Elephant Crisis Fund are pivotal in stopping this trend. Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation has notably contributed to these conservation endeavors. Several countries have instated international prohibitions on ivory trade, and…

The Times of India · Sep 19

Nepal Tiger Numbers Rise: wild population triples to 355; decade-long push spreads benefits

Nepal's wild tiger population has soared impressively from 121 in 2009 to a remarkable 355 in 2022. Thanks to a generous $3 million grant from the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation to WWF in 2013, anti-poaching initiatives and key breeding sites were fortified. This collaborative conservation strategy positioned Nepal as a frontrunner…

The Times of India · Sep 12

In the 1980s, conservationists protected gorilla habitat across 3 countries despite poaching and disease. 46 years later, about 1,000 mountain gorillas still survive in forests

Mountain gorilla numbers are steadily increasing due to dedicated conservation efforts. These efforts have helped the species recover from severe threats and near extinction. Restoration projects are vital for protecting endangered species and their habitats. The mountain gorilla population, though growing, still requires significant protection. Continued habitat management ensures the…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

She started streaming animals, then changed thousands of lives: Maya Higa’s journey from Twitch creator to conservation trailblazer

Maya Higa transformed her passion for animals into a powerful conservation mission. After working as a zookeeper, she became a Twitch creator and used livestreaming to educate audiences about wildlife. In 2021, she founded Alveus Sanctuary, giving rescued animals permanent homes while turning online attention into conservation support. Through education,…

The Times of India · Sep 3

Extreme heat splits Italy: over 44C in the south, heavy downpours in the north

Italy's stifling summer heatwave continues with temperatures above 44C in the south and islands; the fifth heatwave will peak on Friday and forecasters say the muggy weather may last into September.

Euronews · Aug 28

'Blue corridors' in mind for Pacific's whale highways

New international regulations governing the high seas give the opportunity for better protections of well-used whale habitats, conservationists say.

AAP · Aug 27