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A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's withdrawal from a landmark salmon recovery plan, ordering immediate protections for seven species of salmon and steelhead on the brink of extinction. The ruling restores water flow levels and marks a crucial win for Native American tribes and conservation groups fighting to save fish populations that once made the Pacific Northwest the world's top salmon producer.
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After nearly 100 years, fish traps are back on the Columbia River with a conservation twist. The once-banned technology could help endangered salmon populations recover while supporting sustainable fishing.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration just opened applications for up to $99 million in funding dedicated to Pacific salmon recovery projects. This historic investment could help reverse decades of decline for one of the West Coast's most iconic fish species.
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.
After nearly a decade of stalled progress, Nepal is handing over its ambitious new mega zoo to the country's leading wildlife conservation organization. The National Trust for Nature Conservation brings 30 years of zoo management experience to turn the long-frozen dream into reality.
California just approved $80 million to restore salmon rivers, protect wildlife corridors, and open up nature access across 16 counties. The funding will remove barriers blocking fish from their spawning grounds and protect critical habitat for dozens of threatened species.
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.
Scientists discovered that tiny parasitic worms in decades-old canned salmon are actually good news for our oceans. Rising parasite levels in some species suggest marine ecosystems are bouncing back stronger than ever.
While most salmon species struggle with climate change, pink salmon are booming in Puget Sound with 8 million returning last fall. Their unique two-year life cycle and short migration routes help them dodge the worst effects of warming waters.
A global study of 32 wildlife projects reveals a powerful truth: when women have real leadership roles, conservation efforts succeed at significantly higher rates. From Australia to Africa, women's unique knowledge is proving essential for protecting endangered species.
Eastern Uganda is getting its first wildlife education center, bringing lions, zebras, and conservation learning to communities that have never had easy access before. The new Mbale zoo opens June 12 after a careful animal relocation from Entebbe.
A new research vehicle is powering South Africa's first national leopard survey, giving scientists the tools to protect one of Africa's most elusive big cats. The project brings together conservation groups and local sponsors to gather critical data that will guide leopard protection for decades.
An off-road racing event in Kenya just raised $2.8 million to protect the mountain forests that provide water for millions. President Ruto pledged an additional $1.5 million over two years to support the conservation work.
Once down to just 30 individuals, Amur leopards have rebounded to 130 thanks to protected wildlife corridors. Five other species show similar recovery signs as targeted conservation efforts prove successful worldwide.
India's endangered dugong population has hit 270 along Tamil Nadu's coast, marking a rare conservation victory for one of the ocean's most vulnerable creatures. The Wildlife Institute of India calls it "big news" after years of focused protection efforts.
Before dawn breaks over India's forests, naturalists are already reading pugmarks and bird calls to prepare for the day ahead. These forest interpreters bridge the gap between tourism and conservation, often starting their careers as children growing up near the wild.
A global study of 32 wildlife projects across five continents reveals a powerful pattern: conservation efforts succeed best when women have real leadership roles. From protecting snow leopards in Mongolia to restoring turtle populations in Central America, women aren't just helping conservation work—they're making it work better.
When sixth graders in Jewell, Iowa asked why their local lake was dirty, their teacher turned questions into action. Now Conservation Creations is transforming parks, planting prairies, and teaching communities how to protect nature.
Leaders across Africa are building a new model where protecting nature creates jobs and strengthens economies. A landmark conference in Nairobi explored how conservation can become financially sustainable while empowering local communities.
When conservation victories make headlines, a few names get spotlights while hundreds of essential contributors remain invisible. A movement is pushing to honor everyone who makes environmental progress possible.
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