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Delhi's Wildlife Sanctuary Gets $7M Leopard-Safe Makeover
Planet WinsMay 13

Delhi's Wildlife Sanctuary Gets $7M Leopard-Safe Makeover

Delhi's only wildlife sanctuary is getting a major upgrade with a dedicated leopard corridor, wildlife underpass, and visitor center to protect big cats and reconnect urban families with nature. The 10-year plan brings hope for urban wildlife across India's crowded cities.

Indian Express3 min read
London's Wildlife Comeback: Scorpions, Otters & Falcons Thrive
Planet WinsJan 24

London's Wildlife Comeback: Scorpions, Otters & Falcons Thrive

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.

Guardian Environment3 min read
London's 14-Mile Wildlife Corridor Connects Four Boroughs
Planet WinsApr 21

London's 14-Mile Wildlife Corridor Connects Four Boroughs

East London is building a 14-mile "nature corridor" to reconnect isolated wildlife across some of the city's most nature-deprived neighborhoods. The project will link community gardens, rooftops, canals, and even sports fields to help pollinators and urban wildlife thrive.

BBC Science3 min read
Cities Transform How Urban Animals Connect and Communicate
Planet WinsJan 20

Cities Transform How Urban Animals Connect and Communicate

New research reveals that 92% of studies show city life significantly changes how animals interact, from mating calls to social bonds. Scientists now say urban planning must consider wildlife social needs to protect species long-term.

Phys.org2 min read
Living Walls Attract 32 Bird Species to Urban Plymouth
Planet WinsJan 22

Living Walls Attract 32 Bird Species to Urban Plymouth

Vertical gardens on city buildings are creating safe havens for wildlife, with researchers documenting hundreds of creatures including three bird species that built nests in the greenery. The soil-based walls attracted 12 types of pollinators, 19 soil invertebrates, and dozens of urban birds.

Phys.org2 min read
City Nature Challenge Invites You to Spot Urban Wildlife
Planet WinsApr 23

City Nature Challenge Invites You to Spot Urban Wildlife

A worldwide event this weekend turns city dwellers into citizen scientists by asking them to photograph wild plants and animals in their neighborhoods. Cities host more biodiversity than you might think, and the City Nature Challenge proves it.

NPR Science2 min read
New Taipei Opens Wildlife Rescue Center as Calls Triple
Community HeroesApr 6

New Taipei Opens Wildlife Rescue Center as Calls Triple

New Taipei City has launched its first comprehensive wildlife rescue center as annual cases surged from 2,000 to a projected 6,000. The 24-hour facility gives injured animals like pangolins, flying squirrels, and birds of prey a real shot at returning to the wild.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Gen Z in Gujarat Rescues Wildlife via WhatsApp
Community HeroesApr 24

Gen Z in Gujarat Rescues Wildlife via WhatsApp

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.

The Better India2 min read
Nepal's Rhino Success Brings Urban Wildlife Challenge
Planet WinsMay 23

Nepal's Rhino Success Brings Urban Wildlife Challenge

Nepal's one-horned rhinos are thriving so well they're now strolling through city streets in Chitwan, capturing tourist videos and sparking debates about conservation success. The comeback story has a complex twist: locals wonder if rhinos entered the city, or if the city spread into rhino territory.

Google News - Conservation Success3 min read
The Humble Daisy Feeds 11% of Urban Pollinators
Planet WinsMar 1

The Humble Daisy Feeds 11% of Urban Pollinators

Scientists reveal that common lawn daisies provide crucial food for urban bees and butterflies, making those "weeds" in your yard secret heroes for city wildlife. Each cheerful flower is actually a collection of 100 tiny blooms working together as a pollinator buffet.

Phys.org2 min read
Wild Gardens Boost Wildlife in NYC, Expert Says
SolutionsApr 18

Wild Gardens Boost Wildlife in NYC, Expert Says

An ecological horticulturist is flipping traditional gardening on its head with a simple message: messy gardens are better for nature. Her work in New York City proves that letting plants grow wild can create thriving habitats for birds, bees, and butterflies, even in urban spaces.

TED2 min read
Surrey Wildlife Trust Raises £40K to Revive Local Wildlife
Planet WinsApr 16

Surrey Wildlife Trust Raises £40K to Revive Local Wildlife

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.

BBC Science2 min read
Aussie Vet Students Get Wildlife Training at Mobile Hospital
SolutionsApr 13

Aussie Vet Students Get Wildlife Training at Mobile Hospital

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.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Freezing Badger Jasper Survives U.K. Wildlife Rescue
Community HeroesJun 12

Freezing Badger Jasper Survives U.K. Wildlife Rescue

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.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Orange County Cleans Basin While Protecting Wildlife
Planet WinsApr 25

Orange County Cleans Basin While Protecting Wildlife

A California water district is transforming routine maintenance into a rescue mission, ensuring local wildlife stays safe during a critical pond cleaning project. Residents raised concerns, and officials responded with compassion.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
23-Year-Old Turns Delhi Rooftop Into Urban Forest
VideosJun 25

23-Year-Old Turns Delhi Rooftop Into Urban Forest

A young birdwatcher transformed his Delhi terrace into a thriving ecosystem using 500+ native plants. His urban forest now attracts over 200 bird species and 25 butterfly varieties in the heart of the city.

The Better India2 min read
Pasadena Volunteers Restore 1,000-Acre Urban Forest Trail
Acts of KindnessJun 5

Pasadena Volunteers Restore 1,000-Acre Urban Forest Trail

Hundreds of community members are transforming a beloved hiking trail into something better this Saturday. The free clean-up event celebrates National Trails Day while restoring 22 miles of urban wilderness that serves hikers, families, and wildlife alike.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Delhi Reclaims 83 Acres for Wildlife Biodiversity Park
Planet WinsApr 9

Delhi Reclaims 83 Acres for Wildlife Biodiversity Park

Delhi authorities cleared 83 acres of illegally occupied land to restore a protected biodiversity park designed to give wildlife and native plants room to thrive. The move brings the Tilpath Valley Biodiversity Park one major step closer to its original conservation mission.

The Hindu2 min read
Letter Sparks Wildlife Safety Debate After Crocodile Death
Planet WinsMay 12

Letter Sparks Wildlife Safety Debate After Crocodile Death

A Hong Kong conservationist is calling for better human-wildlife safety measures after a crocodile was euthanized in South Africa's Komati River. His letter challenges communities to rethink how we share spaces with wild animals.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
New Framework Helps Humans and Wildlife Share Space Better
Planet WinsJun 12

New Framework Helps Humans and Wildlife Share Space Better

A conservation scientist has cracked the code on why our relationships with wildlife change, creating a roadmap that's already helping communities across southern Africa live peacefully alongside animals. From killer whales changing shark tourism to fake leopard fur saving real cats, these insights are reshaping conservation.

AllAfrica - Environment3 min read

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