Biodiversity
Over half of Europe’s endemic trees face extinction
Over half (58%) of Europe’s endemic trees, those not found in any other part of the planet are threatened with extinction, according to IUCN […]
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Biodiversity
Rewriting genes could have broad knock-on effects on nature
The emerging field of synthetic biology could affect nature in ways that go beyond single genetically engineered organisms, according to IUCN Synthetic biology – […]
Biodiversity
IUCN lists 15 new sites as world’s best protected areas
Green listed sites are certified as being effectively managed and fairly governed, with a positive impact on people and nature.
Biodiversity
Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forests under threat from a power plant
World Heritage Centre and IUCN call for relocation of Rampal power plant in Bangladesh, a serious threat to the Sundarbans The Sundarbans in Bangladesh […]
Education
Trainings for Manas National Park staff, Assam, India
Drishana Kalita In Assam, wildlife organizations come together to train national park staff to undertake conservation measures. There is now a new ray of hope for […]