Conservation

Sa darating na Earth Hour ngayong Sabado, ang organizer nito ay nagsabi na ang isang oras na pagbabayad sa planeta ay paalala upang magtipid ng mga yaman sa lahat ng oras. Ayon kay Angela Consuelo Ibay ng WWF-Philippines, ito ay simboliko ngunit mahalaga para sa pamamahala ng krisis. Nagtaas din ng pag-aalala ang suspensiyon ng spot market ng DOE noong Huwebes.

March 21, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Fungi, long overlooked despite their essential contributions to soil creation, carbon sequestration, and the global economy, are receiving increased scientific and policy attention. Advocates push for their recognition on par with plants and animals amid threats like habitat loss. Efforts include conservation pledges and research initiatives highlighting their symbiotic relationships with plants.

Nearly 50 African penguin chicks rescued from flooding on Bird Island are now healthy and gaining weight under expert care at a rehabilitation centre in Gqeberha. The chicks were evacuated after heavy rains on 24 February washed away their nests. Climate change is exacerbating such threats to seabird colonies.

March 02, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

The eastern hellbender salamander, an iconic species in the Appalachian Mountains, was expected to receive endangered status from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by the end of 2025 but has been deferred to a long-term actions list. Conservationists worry that delays, exacerbated by climate change and recent natural disasters, threaten the amphibian's survival. Local communities in North Carolina are pushing for action amid bipartisan support.