Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment: Migration does not recognise borders; creatures travel thousands of miles to live and regenerate. If species stop migrating, it is a dangerous indicator for all of us. Sharjah: The 2025 Conservation Summit held on Monday at the 9th International Photography Festival, in […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), along with Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, has successfully rehabilitated and released 10 greater flamingos at Al Wathba Wetland Reserve. These flamingos were rescued after a severe hailstorm, caused by February’s Al-Mizr low pressure, which heavily impacted the reserve. Also read: iPhone 16 drops Apple […]
CHINA: China is set to complete the construction of a green belt around the Taklimakan Desert by the end of this year, according to the Forestry and Grassland Authority in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The green belt, which aims to combat desertification, was already 2,761 km long by the end of last year. Tuhti Rahman, […]
AL AIN: As part of Al Ain Zoo ongoing efforts to preserve endangered species, Al Ain Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of three new Arabian sand cats for the first time in several years. The sand cat is considered an endangered animal according to the Red List of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. […]
PARIS: UNESCO has warned that more than three-quarters of the world’s mangroves are under risk, along with the many species that rely on them. In response, UNESCO is working to protect these vital ecosystems through its Biosphere Reserves, Global Geoparks, and natural World Heritage sites, according to Ms Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO. On the […]
RIYADH: The National Center for Wildlife (NCW) in Saudi Arabia has shared some thrilling news! Four cheetah cubs were recently born as part of their Cheetah Conservation Program, coinciding with the launch of their new National Cheetah Conservation Strategy. This event marks a major milestone for cheetah conservation in the region. This strategy is a […]
New York: UN Secretary-General António Guterres says it’s time for everyone—governments, businesses, investors, scientists, and communities—to unite and protect our oceans. Speaking on World Oceans Day, he highlights the critical state of our oceans due to climate change, pollution, and harmful human activities. The theme for World Oceans Day 2024 is “Awaken New Depths,” emphasizing […]
In the challenging backdrop of arid terrains, where water is a coveted resource, sustainable agriculture is often an elusive dream. However, it isn’t until you perceive the existing challenges as gateways for innovation and change that you find answers. By merging cutting-edge technologies with a deep understanding of regional dynamics, we achieved sustainable farming and […]
EN-WWF organises field activities for nature lovers Every winter, Emirates Nature-WWF (EN-WWF) organises a slew of outdoor activities under their ‘Leaders of Change’ initiative for nature lovers. If you are adventurous in spirit then these field activities are just for you. 1. Escape Room: Mangrove Edition Step into the world of climate change and mangrove […]
Abu Dhabi: The International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), the global leader in pre-emptive species conservation, will take part in the 19th edition of Abu Dhabi International Hunting & Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX). Taking place from September 26 until October 2 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the event will serve as a platform for […]
New species are discovered and go extinct all the time. Unfortunately, these events are happening at an accelerated rate, between 1,000 and 10,000 times higher than the natural extinction rate, according to the WWF website. In response to this troubling trend, zoos collect DNA samples of animals before they go extinct. Although efforts must be focused […]
