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NASA just handed over 103 acres of Maryland forest to America's oldest wildlife research refuge, protecting it from development forever. The land will now support conservation science and wildlife habitat instead of commercial sale.
Uganda just took a major step to protect its wildlife, with Cabinet approving five new national parks that will boost conservation and eco-tourism. The move strengthens Uganda's position as one of Africa's premier destinations for nature lovers.
South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park just hit its 100th birthday, and the massive wildlife sanctuary is thriving with more large mammal species than anywhere else in Africa. The celebration included a historic agreement with seven local communities to share in the park's future success.
Students are listening to recordings from microphones hidden in national parks, helping rangers protect wildlife and improve your next visit. Over 20 years of nature's soundtrack is now guiding how parks manage everything from trails to endangered species.
Italy is bringing together wildlife experts and government officials to modernize the country's animal rescue system. The April conference addresses new laws reshaping how the nation saves injured and orphaned wild animals.
Over 600 students near India's Manas National Park left their classrooms to learn conservation firsthand, meeting rhinos and ecosystems face to face. The program transformed children into "Manas Mitras," friends of the forest who now see themselves as wildlife protectors.
NASA just handed over 105 acres of forest to create the largest unbroken woodland between Washington and Baltimore. The land will protect wildlife and open new trails for hikers, bikers, and nature lovers.
Ethiopia's Wildlife Conservation Authority just hit its diamond jubilee, marking six decades of protecting iconic species and expanding from two national parks to over 30. The anniversary celebration brought together leaders and diplomats to honor a legacy that's safeguarding the nation's natural treasures for generations to come.
Over 1,100 hectares of historic Cornish moorland just became England's 14th National Nature Reserve, protecting rare species while creating new opportunities for communities in one of Cornwall's most economically disadvantaged regions. The Mid Cornwall Moors designation more than doubles the actively managed conservation land in the area.
Police and conservation teams in Vietnam are giving endangered animals a second chance at freedom. Multiple rescued wild animals have been successfully released back into protected forest habitats across the country.
Students passionate about protecting the environment now have until February 28 to apply for scholarships worth up to $5,000 from a Florida wildlife refuge. Over 21 years, the program has awarded more than $327,000 to future environmental leaders.
Three Gwich'in tribal governments are taking the federal government to court to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, where the caribou herd they've depended on for thousands of years gives birth each year. The lawsuit challenges oil and gas leasing plans that could threaten both the animals and the Indigenous communities who call themselves "the caribou people."
Rocky Mountain National Park, home to some of America's most stunning wilderness and diverse wildlife, turns 111 years old today. From its soaring 14,000-foot peaks to the headwaters of the Colorado River, the park remains a treasure protecting over 1,000 square kilometers of pristine landscape.
A Canadian First Nation partnered with researchers to develop a groundbreaking way to track moose, caribou, and deer without disturbing them. Snow samples proved 100% effective at detecting animal DNA.
Once ravaged by conflict and poaching, India's Manas National Park has transformed from a UNESCO danger list site to a thriving wildlife haven. The comeback story involves rescued rhino calves, reintroduced species, and communities choosing conservation over conflict.
After a massive bushfire scorched 40% of Deep Creek National Park in Australia, campsites and hiking trails are welcoming visitors back as nature begins its comeback. The park's iconic wildlife habitats are now the focus of a restoration effort to help kangaroos, echidnas, and over 100 bird species thrive again.
Wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin sat down with National Geographic for their intimate "Yellow Chair" interview series, sharing life wisdom and personal reflections. The son of legendary "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin also debuts as a "Dancing with the Stars" pro tonight.
South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park is welcoming visitors back after severe flooding forced closures across the region. Gates and camps are reopening in stages as conditions improve, restoring access to one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations.
Maya Higa turned her passion for animals and streaming into Alveus Sanctuary, a nonprofit wildlife refuge that brings conservation education to millions through live webcams and virtual tours. She's proving the internet can build the next generation of wildlife protectors.
On this day in 1922, President Warren Harding protected Nevada's longest cave system, launching a conservation legacy that now safeguards ancient trees, pristine night skies, and 228 square miles of wildlife habitat. The humble beginning of Lehman Caves blossomed into Great Basin National Park 68 years later.
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