Island Conservation and the Minderoo Foundation are launching a $1.2 million global initiative called IslandScope.
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Revolutionary initiative takes aim at looming threats to island communities: 'We're already seeing its potential'

A group of Indian birdwatchers recorded something never seen before near Karnataka's Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary: a rare Indian scops owl.
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Researchers stunned by first-ever sighting of rare creature in new location — here's why it's so unique

There are worrying declines in the Eurasian curlew's population, but a stunning new image will help raise awareness for this endangered species.
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Photographer captures stunning image of rare creature nearly driven to extinction — here's why this matters

TRAVEL & ADVENTURE

The UK Civil Aviation Authority's (CAA) recently published new regulations for the commercial operation of electric aircraft.
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Aviation company gets major greenlight in effort to bring futuristic aircraft to skies: 'A clear pathway'

Just about 30 minutes away from Venice lies the city of Treviso, a quieter escape with plenty of Italian charm.
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Residents thrilled by extraordinary transformation of once-overshadowed city: 'We are very proud'

One couple demonstrated how taking a high-speed train in China is not only fast and comfortable but eco-friendly, too.
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Couple shares eye-opening video after traveling on high-speed train: 'Going by very, very quickly'

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A trail camera recently picked up footage of a small Australian marsupial that no one had seen in over 80 years.
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Trail camera captures rare 'rediscovery' of species that hasn't been seen in 80 years: 'A fantastic surprise'

Authorities in Argentina broke up an illegal wildlife trafficking operation in Monte Quemado, Santiago del Estero province.
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Authorities expose illegal operation after investigating suspicious storage center — here's what they found

Fossils were found in the Moa Eggshell Cave on New Zealand's North Island and contain 12 species of extinct birds and and four of extinct frogs.
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Scientists investigate ancient discovery deep inside of massive cave: 'This wasn't a missing chapter … It was a missing volume'

Customs officials at Kempegowda International Airport made a disturbing discovery after intercepting passengers attempting to smuggle live animals in their luggage.
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Customs officials make shocking discovery after inspecting passengers' luggage — here's what they found

Officials in Taiwan confirmed that a leopard cat was found dead on the side of the road, highlighting the dangers wildlife faces as human development encroaches on natural habitats.
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Officials make disturbing discovery after taking closer look at dead animal on roadside — here's what happened

New research analyzing tree rings in Spain revealed some of the clearest long-term Mediterranean climate observations regarding how climate patterns are shifting.
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Scientists make concerning discovery after examining ancient trees: 'Unprecedented'

One Instagram user shared a video of several tourists watching a grizzly bear at an unsafe distance in Yellowstone.
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Onlooker captures video of tourists' dangerous behavior near wild grizzly bear: 'People have a death wish'

Rising acidity in Earth's oceans could be weakening sharks' teeth, potentially inhibiting the predators' ability to capture prey.
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Scientists issue warning after observing concerning change in sharks: 'We wanted to investigate'

A Redditor saw a blinking light in the grass and shared a video of the object, which was identified by others as disposable vape litter.
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Passerby shares video after noticing mysterious blinking object in park: 'Anyone know what this is?'

Reintroducing native water buffalo to Madhya Pradesh could help populations of other endangered or at-risk creatures thrive.
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Officials announce plans to reintroduce creatures not seen in over 100 years: 'Will mark a new chapter'

One TikTok user caught a rare glimpse of a pileated woodpecker, showcasing the impressive bird's stunning size and colors.
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Homeowner captures video after spotting unexpected visitor in backyard: 'So cool'

A recent sighting of a Sumatran tiger in Riau, Indonesia prompted surprise and excitement from both the public and officials, with video of the feline quickly appearing online.
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Officials stunned after rare predator is spotted in unexpected location: 'Currently conducting direct confirmation'

Water levels in the Great Salt Lake have dropped to near-record lows, putting the lake "within just a few years' collapse."
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Experts issue warning as unprecedented crisis jeopardizes entire US region: 'Everything that we care about is at stake here'

Scientists discovered a concerning phenomenon called browning, which is reshaping hundreds of lakes.
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Researchers issue warning after observing concerning change in bodies of water around globe: 'Affecting more than just fish'

An upcoming study in the peer-reviewed journal Water Research detailed the surprisingly strong effect flooding has on microplastic pollution.
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Researchers sound alarm after discovering source decimating river health globally: 'For the first time in the world'

Researchers have discovered an unexpected network of underwater canyons beneath Antarctica that could shift predictions of future ice melt.
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Scientists make surprising discovery hidden on ocean floor: 'The first time we've had a unified picture'

Coral reefs support about 25% of all marine species, but warming water temperatures are causing coral bleaching events.
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'Global Bleaching Event' leaves majority of world's reefs on the brink of death: 'The most severe and widespread … on record'

The world's largest river delta, the Bengal Delta, stretches across much of Bangladesh and West Bengal.
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Scientists issue warning about looming threat that could impact more than 200 million people: 'Cannot stop'

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