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Researchers from Mississippi State University are helping Connecticut count its black bear population for the first time in a decade using hair samples and genetic testing. The innovative survey method avoids disturbing wildlife while providing accurate population data.
Researchers are using barbed wire traps and DNA testing to count Connecticut's black bears for the first time in over a decade. The innovative method helps protect both bears and people through better population management.
A UK conservation charity is launching a campaign to bring hedgehogs, frogs, and swifts back to neighborhoods where they once thrived. The initiative will transform gardens and streets into wildlife-friendly spaces across Surrey.
Everyday residents in Connecticut are becoming citizen scientists to protect frogs and toads in their local wetlands. Their observations feed into a national conservation database that's making a real difference for amphibian survival.
Australian vet students will soon learn to treat injured koalas, raptors, and other native animals through a groundbreaking partnership. Southern Cross University is teaming up with Wildlife Recovery Australia to give future vets hands-on experience that could save thousands of wildlife lives.
A male swan trapped on a frozen Connecticut river for days appeared lifeless until rescuers got close enough to help. Twenty-three first responders pulled off a dramatic 30-minute rescue that ended with everyone beaming with pride.
A badger named Jasper arrived at a U.K. wildlife hospital so cold his temperature couldn't even register, but dedicated rescuers refused to give up. His journey from near-death to recovery shows why community wildlife centers matter.
Bald eagles are thriving again in Connecticut, with 82 active territories producing over 100 chicks in 2022. The state is now moving the once-endangered bird to lower-risk status, celebrating one of conservation's greatest comeback stories.
A Connecticut family refused to give up on an injured coyote dragging a steel trap through bitter winter cold. Their determination turned a near tragedy into a heartwarming rescue that brought an entire community together.
Connecticut is channeling $15 million from the Volkswagen emissions scandal into projects that will actually clean the air residents breathe. The state's turning corporate wrongdoing into environmental wins for communities across Connecticut.
California just committed $80.4 million to wildlife connectivity and salmon recovery, with the biggest win happening on the Feather River where a decades-old barrier is finally coming down. For salmon fighting their way upstream to spawn, this funding means 28.5 miles of river are about to open up for the first time in generations.
One injured raccoon with nowhere to go changed Amanda Moore's life forever. Now she's a licensed wildlife rehabilitator helping orphaned and injured animals across Kentucky return to the wild. #
Uganda's latest wildlife report reveals major wins for conservation, with buffalo populations surging 29% and chimpanzees rebounding 20%. While some species face challenges, the overall trend shows that sustained protection efforts are working across the country's parks and reserves.
California just greenlit nearly $60 million to build wildlife bridges, restore salmon habitats, and create safer paths for mountain lions and other species across 18 counties. The funding supports 27 projects that protect biodiversity while giving more Californians access to nature.
Young volunteers across Gujarat are responding to wildlife emergencies through WhatsApp groups, turning from passive online viewers into active first responders. They're reshaping how cities handle trapped snakes, injured birds, and other animal encounters.
Southern Cross University is partnering with Wildlife Recovery Australia to train veterinary students in wildlife care, creating the only hands-on wildlife hospital program in the country. The initiative tackles Australia's critical shortage of 1,500 veterinarians while ensuring injured native animals get the expert care they deserve.
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.
Once declared biologically dead, London has transformed into an unexpected wildlife haven where scorpions, seals, and peregrine falcons now call the urban jungle home. The city's unique patchwork of microclimates is proving that nature can thrive alongside millions of people.
New research from the University of Queensland challenges the common belief that pet cats are major wildlife killers. An 11-year study of NSW rescue data reveals a surprising shift in where conservation efforts should focus.
Connecticut's investment in early childhood education has hit a historic $700 million milestone, marking a major win for the state's youngest learners. State leaders gathered in Hartford Friday to celebrate the growing endowment that promises a brighter future for Connecticut families.
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