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We bring you the latest from around the World in wildlife and conservation news.
Hippo Calls Studied
A new study has revealed that hippos are able to tell the difference between vocal noises of hippos they are familiar with and those of strangers. The research has highlighted that they react differently according to whether they think the call is from a friend or foe.
Builders Considering The Birds And The Bees
Councils and developers are starting to be mindful when it comes to urban wildlife. Some UK councils are working to develop houses that accommodate wildlife within them.
Siberian Tiger Poaching Under Scrutiny
A new report has suggested that poaching of Amur tigers in Russia is on the increase as illegal deforestation accelerates and their habitat gets smaller.
Searching For Lost Birds
In December 2021 the Search for Lost Birds list was released, featuring 10 birds that haven’t been seen in the wild for at least 10 years.
Hundreds Of New Species Identified
There were 503 new species discovered and identified in the past two years including a monkey found on an extinct volcano in Myanmar, Southeast Asia.
Whales Eat More Than We Thought
It is a fairly simple question – how much do whales eat? Until now that question has always been answered with rough calculation, but now we can more accurately answer thanks to recent research.
WWF Tiger Conservation
The wide range within which tigers live in the wild is under threat. Tigers need space to roam and hunt, however their range is being eroded.
New Pacific Marine Reserve
A large marine reserve is going to be created as part of an agreement between Columbia, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Panama. The reserve will span the coasts of all four countries.