Дикая природа

Lab researchers studying prion samples from asymptomatic deer to illustrate silent spread of chronic wasting disease.

Study suggests chronic wasting disease can spread “silently” across species in lab tests

16 июня 2026 Сообщено ИИ Изображение, созданное ИИ Проверено фактами

A study led by University of Calgary researchers reports that chronic wasting disease (CWD) prions can be detected in some animals that show no obvious symptoms, and that material from those animals was able to transmit infection in laboratory experiments. The authors say the findings do not indicate an immediate threat to people but add to evidence that CWD’s behavior across species warrants continued monitoring.

Rare plant rediscovered in Mount Apo Natural Park after 122 years

A rare plant has been rediscovered in Mount Apo Natural Park after 122 years. The find was made by a Department of Environment and Natural Resources team during routine monitoring.

Bakari joins gorilla troop at Animal Kingdom

30 июня 2026 Сообщено ИИ

A new male western lowland gorilla named Bakari has joined the family troop at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Европа

Protective hunting introduced after wolf attacks in Svenljunga

Окружающая среда

Revised salmon data shows decades of undercount harming orcas

Технологии

US government partners with Colossal Biosciences on endangered species BioVault

Sweden allows hunting of 394 bears from August

Licensed hunting of bears begins on 21 August and covers a total of 394 animals, equal to 14 percent of the population. The decisions have drawn strong criticism from several organisations.

South African leopards evolved to half normal size

24 июня 2026 Сообщено ИИ

A distinct population of leopards in South Africa’s Cape Floristic Region has developed much smaller bodies than other African leopards, researchers report. Genetic analysis shows the animals have been isolated for roughly 20,000 years and adapted to local conditions.

New study disputes strong Yellowstone wolf trophic cascade

A recent peer-reviewed analysis has challenged claims that wolf recovery in Yellowstone National Park triggered a dramatic ecosystem-wide change. Researchers argue that a 2025 study overstated the effects on willow growth due to flawed methods.