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Progress Report on Capacity-Building Activities for the Global Taxonomy Initiative and Invasive Alien Species

"BIOTA-Africa: Research for conservation and management of biodiversity in Africa"

BIOTA-Africa presents: www.biota-africa.org "Research for conservation and regeneration of biodiversity in Africa" Speaker 1: Dr. Karen Hahn-Hadjali (University of Frankfurt am Main, Germany) Speaker 2: Dr. Souleymane Konaté (University of Abobo-Adjamé, Abidjan, Côte d´Ivoire) Speaker 3: Wolfgan ...

"Forests and livelihoods: sustaining people and planet" announced as theme of World Wildlife Day 2021

The Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) announced today the theme of United Nations World Wildlife Day 2020: “Forests and livelihoods: sustaining people and planet”. Covering nearly a third of the planet’s land surface, fores ...

"Migratory Birds - Ambassadors for Biodiversity", Message by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Ahmed Djoghlaf, on the occasion of the World Migratory Bird Day 2008, 10 - 11 May 2008

"Migratory Birds - Ambassadors for Biodiversity", Message by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Ahmed Djoghlaf, on the occasion of the World Migratory Bird Day 2008, 10 - 11 May 2008.

"Recovering key species for ecosystem restoration" announced as theme of World Wildlife Day 2022

According to figures by the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species, over 8,400 species of wild fauna and flora are critically endangered, while close to 30,000 more are understood to be endangered or vulnerable. Based on these estimates, it is suggested t ...

"Research for conservation and regeneration of biodiversity in Africa”

BIOTA-Africa presents: www.biota-africa.org “Research for conservation and regeneration of biodiversity in Africa” Speaker 1: Dr. Karen Hahn-Hadjali (University of Frankfurt am Main, Germany) Speaker 2: Dr. Souleymane Konaté (University of Abobo-Adjamé, Abidjan, Côte d´Ivoire) Speaker 3: Wolfga ...

"Selecting indicators for the management of biodiversity"

Presentation of the IFB new release on Biodiversity indicators and roundtable with author(s) and indicators specialists

"Synergies among biodiversity-related conventions"

“Introduction to a new collaborative project being led by UNEP which will identify and explore opportunities and options for enhancing cooperation at both global and national levels, develop guidance on mobilization of resources for more integrated implementation of MEAs at the national level, a ...

#OceanWeek2020 – Seven days of events, discussions and activities in Brussels and beyond

Ocean Week 2020 is seven days of events, discussions and activities in Brussels and beyond that will put the spotlight on the huge threats faced by marine species and habitats, while offering real solutions on how to solve them. We need thriving biodiversity in our oceans to support life on earth.

#WorldWildlifeDay: How police are protecting biodiversity for a greener future

The illegal acquisition and consumption of wildlife are among the top global drivers of the decimation of some of the world’s most endangered species and a severe threat to the delicate balance between ecosystems and biodiversity.

'Almost certain extinction': 1,200 species under severe threat across world

More than 1,200 species globally face threats to their survival in more than 90% of their habitat and “will almost certainly face extinction” without conservation intervention, according to new research.

'Baby boot camp' exercises critically endangered orangutan

The 2-month-old critically endangered orangutan, still so tiny that infant-sized diapers hung loosely in front of his belly, clung tightly to a caretaker's fingers as she lifted him gently from her lap.

'Biodiversity loss is humanity's greatest threat'

Talks are currently underway in Kenya on a new international treaty to tackle dramatic species loss. What exactly is at stake? Here's what you need to know.

'Citizen army' needed to tackle invasive species, MPs suggest

A citizen army is needed to help tackle invasive species that threaten the natural environment and in some cases human health, MPs have said. The cost to the economy of non-native species taking hold in the UK is estimated to be £1.8bn a year, a report from the environmental audit committee says.

'Countless' animals threatened by fires ravaging Europe

Fires in Turkey's southern Mugla and Antalya provinces have caused ‘extensive damage’ to habitats of desert lynx, wild goat, eagle owl and woolly dormouse

'Crazy botanist' safeguards biodiversity along Yangtze River

In the mountains along China's longest river, the Yangtze, about 1,256 species of rare plants have entered botanist Huang Guiyun's rescue radar in the past three decades.

'Elusive and cryptic' lizard may be first Australian mainland reptile declared extinct

A newly reclassified species of lizard that is native to areas now paved by Melbourne’s suburbs could become the first reptile on mainland Australia to be declared extinct.

'Extinct' orchid discovered hiding in plain sight

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, together with a team of scientists, have released a new scientific paper showing that the previously presumed extinct species called Prasophyllum morganii, commonly known as mignonette leek orchid, has in fact been hiding in plain sight.

'Extinction is a choice’: Margaret Atwood on Tasmania's forests and saving the swift parrot

We stand under the bird viewing platform, the wind blowing, the giant white gum trees towering. Margaret Atwood, her face partly hidden beneath a black and purple waterproof hat and with binoculars slung around her neck, has a message.

'Giant luminous shark': researchers discover three deep-sea sharks glow in the dark

Scientists studying sharks off New Zealand have discovered that three deep-sea species glow in the dark – including one that is now the largest-known luminous vertebrate.

'Greater warming': different species under threat

Entire ecosystems are under threat due to warming oceans with parts of the Australian coast stretching from Sydney to Adelaide experiencing the most stress, experts warn.

'Happy corals': climate crisis sanctuary teeming with life found off east Africa

Scientists have discovered a climate crisis refuge for coral reefs off the coast of Kenya and Tanzania, where species are thriving despite warming events that have killed their neighbours.

'Hedge trimmer' fish facing global extinction

They are the most extraordinary of fish, resembling "hedge trimmers with fins".The sawfish, which is a kind of ray, is also among the most endangered of the fish living in the oceans. Once found along the coastlines of 90 countries, the animals are now presumed extinct in more than half of these ...

'Insect apocalypse' looming under current conservation rules

Current UK conservation policies fail to protect important insect species such as bees which "are vital for our everyday lives and future existence," according to new research from the University of Aberdeen.

'Mermaid' Species Of Algae Discovered On Andaman And Nicobar Islands After 40 Years

The reputation as a biosphere reserve is solely given to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as they have been the subject of several scientific research on different species. A unique, new plant species have been discovered in the Andaman Islands archipelago. During a visit to the archipelago in 20 ...

'Mini ature' is the name of a new species of miniature frog

These newly-described miniature frogs are the smallest of their kind in the world, and they also have very appropriate names. The genus of frogs has been dubbed Mini, and it contains three species: Mini mum, Mini scule, and Mini ature. Pretty clever. The trio has been described in a new study by ...

'Moment of crisis' has come on climate change: Attenborough

he world is facing the "moment of crisis" on climate change and cannot delay action any longer, British naturalist and broadcaster David Attenborough warned in an interview broadcast Thursday.

'Super-sized' mice threaten seabird colonies with extinction

Super-sized mice are killing millions of seabird chicks on a remote island in the South Atlantic, threatening some rare species with extinction. According to a study from the RSPB, the mice have learned to eat the eggs and chicks of the many millions of birds that make Gough Island their home.

'Terrifying’: There’s a rapid loss of biodiversity that’s placing global food supplies at risk of ‘irreversible collapse’

A groundbreaking report by the United Nations highlighting the rapid, widespread loss of many of the world’s plant and animal species should be on the front page of every newspaper in the world, argued climate action and food access advocates on Friday.

'Uncharted territory' as species likely go extinct in bushfires

Species have likely already gone extinct in Australia's catastrophic bushfires and experts warn it may take a decade to find out which ones due to lack of staff and expertise. The nation is in “uncharted territory” as it plots a recovery for native flora and fauna, which will need human interven ...

'What extinction looks like': U.S. mountain caribou to be moved to Canada

The six mountain caribou remaining in the lower 48 states will be relocated farther north into British Columbia, a move that ends decades of efforts to reintroduce the large animals into Idaho and Washington state.

'You protect what you love': Why biodiversity thrives on Indigenous-managed lands

Recent study finds that number of unique species is 40% greater on protected land in Canada

'Zombie frog' discovered: 3 new species described from the narrow-mouthed frog family

Together with an international team, Senckenberg scientists have described three new frog species from the northern Amazon region. The animals from the genus Synapturanus spend their lives buried underground and are therefore still virtually unexplored.

(Hello Africa) Biodiversity of African animals

Biodiversity is a major asset for the African continent as it contains an estimated one-fifth of all known species of mammals, birds and plants in the world. Let's appreciate the African animals on the International Day for Biological Diversity which falls on Saturday.

1 million species risk extinction due to human influence

Up to one million species face extinction due to the effects of human influence, according to a draft U.N. report obtained by Agence France-Presse (AFP) that painstakingly details how humanity has undermined the natural resources upon which its very survival depends.

1.25 MILLION SPECIES - LAUNCH OF THE CATALOGUE OF LIFE 2010 SPECIAL EDITION IN SUPPORT OF THE GTI

The 2010 Special Edition of the Catalogue of Life provides a single species checklist and taxonomic hierarchy covering 1.25 million species, and celebrates the diversity of life on Earth. This meeting will outline major developments funded in the Second Phase of the CoL Programme, including the ...

10 facts about the manul, the GRUMPIEST wild cat in Russia

This fluffy, playful cat with a very expressive gaze is just begging to be cuddled! But it absolutely can’t stand humans. And it has its reasons.

10 of the Most Endangered Species in Canada

Canada is known for its varied landscape, ranging from mountains and rolling plains, to rivers, lakes and Arctic tundras. It is therefore unsurprising that a great variety of animals make this region its home.

10 of the Most Endangered Species in the Ocean

According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species, the world’s most comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species, at least 37% of the world’s sharks and rays, 33% of reef corals, 26% of mammals (including mari ...

10 ways to save butterflies as numbers plummet due to pollution and climate change

Some are flamboyant exhibitionists, others are furtive lurkers who blend in with their surroundings. Coloured vibrant orange or just plain beige, butterflies fluttering around a lush garden or wild meadow are always an idyllic summer sight.

100 Questions to Prevent Biodiversity Loss in Southeast Asia

What species and ecosystems are most likely to be adversely affected by climate change, and why? What are the impacts of international trade on fisheries and marine biodiversity loss? How should urban development be handled so that its impacts on biodiversity are minimized?

10th Meeting of the Conference of Parties of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) (COP-10)

20 - 25 November 2011, Bergen, Norway

10th Meeting of the Scientific Council of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS)

2 - 4 May 2001, Edinburgh, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

10th World Wilderness Congress (WILD10)

4 - 10 October 2013, Salamanca, Spain

11 spectacular bird migration bottlenecks from around the world

Migratory birds move in their countless millions across the Americas, Africa and Eurasia each spring and autumn. These epic journeys often take place on broad fronts, but birds also concentrate at bottlenecks where geographical features funnel them over narrow ocean crossings, or where rich feed ...

11th Meeting of the Advisory Committee to UNEP/EUROBATS

8 - 10 May 2006, City of Luxembourg, Luxembourg

11th Meeting of the Convention on Migratory Species Scientific Council

14 - 17 September 2002, Bonn, Germany

11th Session of the Intergovernmental Technical Working Group on Animal Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITWG-AnGR/11)

19 - 21 May 2021, Virtual/online, Rome, Italy

12th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES

3 - 15 November 2002, Santiago de Chile, Chile