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The French government is calling for improved European coordination to combat the Asian hornet and electric ant. It will present its proposals on Thursday in Luxembourg.

2026년 06월 22일 AI에 의해 보고됨

South Africa has released its National Elephant Heritage Strategy covering 2026 to 2036. The plan frames elephants as part of national heritage while raising questions over management approaches.

With support from landowners in El Queremal, Dagua, the CVC is advancing a biological corridor to ensure coexistence between felines and local cattle farming activities.

2026년 03월 27일 AI에 의해 보고됨

An international team of scientists has started the EuroWorm project to create an open-access genomic database of European marine annelids, aiming to discover species before they vanish. Led by the Leibniz Institute for Biodiversity Change Analysis, the initiative focuses on these vital segmented worms that support ocean ecosystems. The effort combines museum collections with modern genomics to accelerate global biodiversity research.

A Uerj study shows that the jackfruit tree, an invasive species in the Atlantic Forest, reduces leaf litter depth and arthropod abundance, affecting various frog species. Areas dominated by the tree feature simpler habitats, with varied impacts on wildlife. Published in Biological Invasions, the research emphasizes the need for management to restore ecological complexity.

2026년 03월 06일 AI에 의해 보고됨

A new study of over 2,000 insect species reveals that many tropical insects, particularly in the Amazon, may struggle to adapt to rising temperatures. Researchers highlight limited heat tolerance in lowland species, potentially disrupting ecosystems. The findings, published in Nature, underscore vulnerabilities in regions with high biodiversity.