Endangered Species
A camera trap survey in Indonesia's Leuser ecosystem has detected more Sumatran tigers than expected, signaling potential success in conservation efforts. The study found 17 tigers in 2023 and 18 in 2024, far exceeding averages from other parts of the island. This discovery highlights the importance of ranger patrols in protecting the critically endangered subspecies.
Raportoinut AI
Scientists have discovered that Hawaiian monk seals produce a far more complex array of underwater sounds than previously known, identifying 25 distinct call types from over 4,500 hours of recordings. This research, led by the University of Hawaiʻi, reveals novel communication strategies including combinational calls and a foraging-related whine. The findings could enhance conservation efforts for this critically endangered species amid rising ocean noise.