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 British vacationer is seemingly pleading ignorance after flying a drone illegally during the popular Virgen del Carmen festival in Puerto de la Cruz, Spain.
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Officers spot tourist violating national laws, resulting in $231,000 fine: 'People … think they're toys'

A historic blizzard pounding the Northeast on Monday has dumped nearly two feet of snow in spots and lashed the East Coast with hurricane-strength wind gusts.
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Meteorologists sound alarm as severe winter storm slams major US cities: 'People will be in the dark'

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Farmers suffer $3 billion in losses as deep freeze devastates staple crops: 'One of the most damaging … in history'

A study from the University of Surrey found that water samples taken around Great Britain had twice the previously measured concentration of microplastics.
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Rowing challenge participants make troubling discovery along national coastline: 'Worrying and … detrimental'

Community beach cleaners have found plastic waste uncovered there going back decades and originating from far away.
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Man shares unnerving collection of decades-old items washed up on public beach: 'You're suddenly faced with the facts'

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California officials fight developers and residents to protect reclusive species: '[They] are facing an extinction vortex'

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Bystander reports tourist after catching him using bear spray on wildlife: 'I hope he got arrested'

One diver recently spotted a stunning king-of-the-salmon ribbon fish, a rare specimen to see in the wild.
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California swimmer stunned by 'once-in-a-lifetime' sea creature spotting: 'In the presence of a legend'

Three people in Assam, India, were arrested after authorities found them carrying the preserved remains of a leopard.
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Authorities bust smugglers' attempt to sell shocking contraband across state

Residents of Rio Grande City have reported an increase in javelina sightings, and locals are trying to keep the animals at bay.
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Officials issue warning after unexpected creatures show up in neighborhood yards: 'Causing damage'

Instagrammer touronsofnationalparks shared a video of several tourists doing the exact opposite of what a clearly visible sign requested at Horseshoe Bend.
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Onlooker sparks backlash with video of tourists' thoughtless behavior at US national park: 'So disrespectful'

Changes in the climate have posed critical challenges for Nigeria's farmers, especially since most crops are rain-fed rather than irrigated.
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Researchers raise red flags as key food crops become harder to grow: 'Most severe'

The city of Richmond is trying to manage the invasive Himalayan blackberry to protect resident plants and animals.
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Officials issue warning as harmful growth threatens to take over crucial nature area: 'You don't want to replace things'

Researchers analyzed over 496,000 frog records to uncover which types of land show the highest frog diversity.
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Researchers make surprising discovery while studying frogs: 'Remarkable'

It's important to leave no trace when enjoying public spaces. One conversation on the r/NiceVancouver subreddit centered around the impact of disrespecting the iconic engagement sculpture in a Vancouver public park.
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Resident shares photos after making concerning discovery at local park: 'Report to the city'

A funny TikTok video of a gardener chatting with a lizard that came to visit her yard has sparked joy among viewers.
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Gardener captures stunning video of 'cute' yard visitor: 'I love seeing you'

One forager explained how a casual walk led to the discovery of a fruiting tree they didn't recognize, which turned out to be strawberry guava.
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Woman urges people to eat from trees easily found growing in wild: 'They were delicious'

Invasive carp are wreaking havoc in local waterways in Tumut, a town in New South Wales, Australia.
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Fishermen raise alarm as harmful creatures wreak havoc in waterways: 'They are a scourge'

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