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

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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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One conservation site visitor discovered a rare species of spider known as Britain's minitarantula in the UK.
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Experts stunned after discovering rare 'mini-tarantula' in wild: 'The discovery of the spider is ... significant'

While many Norwegians saw a decline in their power prices in the last month, several factors are keeping costs high for residents in certain regions of Norway.
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Officials reveal cause of discrepancies in energy prices — here's what's happening

Alpha-gal syndrome is a tick-borne illness that causes a severe allergy to red meat.
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Health officials issue warning over life-threatening illness amid rising cases: 'There are no cures yet'

The Columbia Daily Tribune reported that a mountain lion was spotted during an aerial survey of the deer population in Saline County.
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Drone operator shares incredible footage of unexpected scene caught on camera: 'It had my heart racing'

Indian authorities are celebrating a big win after uncovering a massive haul of turtles during a routine traffic investigation.
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Authorities make startling discovery during routine inspection — here's what they found

Yosemite National Park officials are warning visitors of a recent surge in a natural but dangerous phenomenon: rockfalls.
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Officials warn tourists about 'highly unusual' phenomenon happening at Yosemite: 'Geologist said they'd never seen anything like this'

One photographer captured tourists getting too close for comfort to a grizzly in Grand Teton National Park.
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Bystander captures unbelievable encounter between tourists and grizzly bear: 'How close does he think he has to get?'

The latest report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration found that whale entanglements in U.S. waters increased significantly, particularly along the California coast.
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Scientists sound alarm after noticing spike in recurring whale threat off California coast: 'An urgent need for coordinated action'

Researchers have found that many parts of the North Sea's coast are less able to naturally rise with the sea than previously thought.
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Scientists sound alarm after making concerning discovery along coast: 'More worrying picture than previously assumed'

Researchers working in Georgia's swamps discovered something alarming in alligator blood, raising concerns about human health and safety.
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Scientists make troubling discovery after analyzing more than 100 swamp alligators: 'What else is being affected?'

Local residents spotted a massive yellow-legged hornet nest in Beaufort Park, 60 feet up in a tree.
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Officials issue warning after inspector spots enormous nest in tree where it doesn't belong: 'We're basically ... locking them inside'

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Researchers unearth details about unexpected black market operation: '70 times more common in the trade than documented'

One photographer shared a video to show how not to interact with the majestic moose at Grand Teton National Park.
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Wildlife photographer shares outrageous video of reckless tourists: 'A pretty ... chaotic scene'

Solar farms could become refuges for bumblebees, thereby aiding biodiversity conservation.
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Experts make unexpected discovery at solar farm: 'This aspect of the work was particularly novel'

An invasive species of Portuguese millipede is spreading across New Zealand and causing alarm for residents.
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Experts issue warning as harmful insects spread into new territory: 'It's a real pain'

Beachgoers across the United States are facing an unwanted phenomenon, with giant advertisements on floating billboards taking over the shore.
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Beachgoer captures photo of floating monstrosity close to shore: 'Isn't it illegal?'

36 acres of land in the city of Greenfield have been recently donated to form the Conti-Gauley Conservation Area.
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Local landowners applauded for surprising decision with their property: 'I am thankful'

The state of California returned more than 17,000 acres of land to the Tule River Indian Tribe — the largest land return in the Sierra Nevada's foothills.
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Officials complete historic deal with Native American tribe: 'First-in-the-nation effort'

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