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Recycled Glass Sand Enters Louisiana’s Coastal Restoration Research
Cats · Oct 20, 2026

Recycled Glass Sand Enters Louisiana’s Coastal Restoration Research

A Tulane and Glass Half Full study found no significant survival differences for several estuarine animals exposed to recycled glass sand.

Nigeria’s Gashaka-Gumti Park Evicts 4,000 Illegal Gold Miners, but Risks Remain
Cats · Oct 20, 2026

Nigeria’s Gashaka-Gumti Park Evicts 4,000 Illegal Gold Miners, but Risks Remain

Nigeria cleared thousands of miners from Gashaka-Gumti National Park, but returning miners and insecurity continue to test conservation efforts.

Bangladesh Bank Credit Remains Concentrated in Commercial Centers
Cats · Oct 20, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Credit Remains Concentrated in Commercial Centers

Dhaka and Chattogram received about three-quarters of bank lending in early 2026, while climate-exposed regions remain underserved.

AI Uses Deer Alarm Calls to Help Map Tiger Risk in Nepal
Cats · Oct 20, 2026

AI Uses Deer Alarm Calls to Help Map Tiger Risk in Nepal

A Bardiya pilot paired machine learning with local forest knowledge to map areas where deer alarm calls may signal nearby tigers or leopards.

Empowering Change: The Journey of Zimbabwe's First Women Rangers
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Empowering Change: The Journey of Zimbabwe's First Women Rangers

Nyaradzo Auxilia Hoto's transformative journey from rural poverty to leading wildlife protection showcases the impact of female empowerment in conservation.

Chemical Recycling: Industry's Controversial Approach to Plastic Waste Management
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Chemical Recycling: Industry's Controversial Approach to Plastic Waste Management

Critics argue that the plastics industry's portrayal of chemical recycling as a solution masks environmentally harmful practices under misleading claims.

Understanding the Social Nature of Wolves Amid U.S. Population Declines
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Understanding the Social Nature of Wolves Amid U.S. Population Declines

As U.S. states initiate measures to reduce wolf populations, a deeper understanding of their social structures highlights the risks involved.

Women Shellfish Gatherers in Brazil Rally for Mangrove Rights
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Women Shellfish Gatherers in Brazil Rally for Mangrove Rights

Women shellfish gatherers in Brazil unite against environmental degradation, asserting their rights to mangroves and cultural identity.

Veteran Storytellers Spotlight Big Cat Conservation in New Book
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Veteran Storytellers Spotlight Big Cat Conservation in New Book

Steve Winter and Sharon Guynup's new book explores big cat conservation and their impactful storytelling journey over the past two decades.

Endangered Shark Captivates South Korean City Amid Urban Sprawl
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Endangered Shark Captivates South Korean City Amid Urban Sprawl

A dusky shark named Bukangi draws large crowds in Busan, highlighting concerns over environmental changes as locals rally to support her.

Rising Climate Risks Could Elevate Toxic Mining Waste in Coastal Regions
Cats · Oct 16, 2026

Rising Climate Risks Could Elevate Toxic Mining Waste in Coastal Regions

A recent study warns that climate change may increase the risks of toxic mining waste contaminating coastal waters, impacting marine ecosystems globally.

Sand Trade Drives Economic Survival for Women in Sierra Leone's Mahera Coast
Cats · Oct 13, 2026

Sand Trade Drives Economic Survival for Women in Sierra Leone's Mahera Coast

The sand trade in Mahera, Sierra Leone, provides vital income for women, yet its sustainability hinges on changing tides and economic pressures.

New Zealand's Unique Approach to Combatting Invasive Seaweed Species
Cats · Oct 13, 2026

New Zealand's Unique Approach to Combatting Invasive Seaweed Species

New Zealand is battling the invasive caulerpa seaweed with a collaborative, hands-on strategy involving locals and scientists passionate about marine health.

Sri Lanka’s Spectacled Cobra: A Genetic Lineage with Deep Roots
Cats · Oct 13, 2026

Sri Lanka’s Spectacled Cobra: A Genetic Lineage with Deep Roots

A recent study reveals the spectacled cobra in Sri Lanka represents a unique genetic lineage, igniting a long-standing taxonomic debate.

Marine Conservation Through the Lens: Sirachai Arunrugstichai's Impact
Cats · Oct 13, 2026

Marine Conservation Through the Lens: Sirachai Arunrugstichai's Impact

Sirachai Arunrugstichai uses photography to raise awareness about marine conservation, sharing insights from his unique experiences and recent research.

Challenges of Conservation in the Congo Basin: Insights from WWF’s Nadège Nzoyem
Cats · Oct 13, 2026

Challenges of Conservation in the Congo Basin: Insights from WWF’s Nadège Nzoyem

Nadège Nzoyem of WWF highlights the urgent conflict between conservation efforts and mining interests in the Congo Basin, emphasizing the need for effective protection strategies.

Ranchers in Brazil Spark Tensions Over Indigenous Land Demarcation
Cats · Oct 09, 2026

Ranchers in Brazil Spark Tensions Over Indigenous Land Demarcation

Ranchers in Pará state are obstructing government efforts to demarcate Indigenous territory, putting critical rights at risk for the Juruna people.

Sri Lanka's Kavantissa Recovering from Gunshot Wound Amidst Human-Elephant Conflict
Cats · Oct 09, 2026

Sri Lanka's Kavantissa Recovering from Gunshot Wound Amidst Human-Elephant Conflict

Kavantissa, Sri Lanka’s tallest living tusker, is healing from a gunshot wound, highlighting ongoing human-elephant conflict in the region.

Indigenous Youth in Ecuador Harness Rap to Advocate for Amazon Protection
Cats · Oct 09, 2026

Indigenous Youth in Ecuador Harness Rap to Advocate for Amazon Protection

Ecuadorian youth are using rap music to voice their struggles and advocate for the preservation of the Amazon rainforest.

Vietnam Faces Severe Flooding Amid Intense Rainfall, Troops Mobilized for Rescue Efforts
Cats · Oct 09, 2026

Vietnam Faces Severe Flooding Amid Intense Rainfall, Troops Mobilized for Rescue Efforts

Central Vietnam is grappling with severe flooding following intense rainfall, prompting troop mobilization for rescue operations as risks of landslides rise.