Bad Conservation News Archives | Page 7 of 254 | The Cool Down

A close-up of a red ant queen with prominent mandibles and antennae against a blurred green background.

Outdoors

International ant collectors stir controversy amid influx of black market trafficking

A Gentoo penguin walks on snow, extending its wings.

Outdoors

Researchers find worrying amounts of white plastic inside penguin stomachs

A field of dried corn stalks and grasses covered in snow under a cloudy sky.

Outdoors

Official issues warning as negative temperatures, severe frosts threatens crucial crops

A sandy beach scene with shells scattered around and a person wearing gloves, holding equipment near a green bag.

Outdoors

Volunteers find dead seal inside old rain jacket that washed up on beach

Two fishing boats docked at a harbor under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Outdoors

Council votes to open protected marine areas to industrial fishing industry: 'Abomination'

A tranquil pond surrounded by tall grass and wooden remnants jutting from the water's edge.

Outdoors

Researchers sound alarm over concerning change in major waterways: 'See if you can notice the difference'

A serene forest scene in Madagascar with a flowing stream surrounded by lush greenery and moss-covered rocks.

Outdoors

Researchers issue warning after concerning discovery in local forests: 'Extremely difficult to eradicate'

A brown bull cow stands in a cluttered outdoor area filled with trash and debris.

Outdoors

Expert issues warning after making tragic discovery in bull's stomach

Three hands holding different fish: a flatfish, a colorful parrotfish, and a speckled fish, each displayed close-up.

Outdoors

Fisherman shares eerie footage of dozens of colorful fish washed up on beach: 'Broke my heart...'

Honeybees surrounding a queen on honeycomb.

Outdoors

Scientists find concerning substance accumulating in bees and their honey

A green plant with feathery leaves and small white flowers near a dark, reflective body of water.

Outdoors

Experts issue urgent warning as highly toxic plant washes up on popular beaches

A stack of cardboard boxes of varying sizes placed on a doorstep with a white door in the background.

Outdoors

Authorities make alarming discovery after inspecting sealed packages