Mass Audubon, a venerable 123-year-old conservation non-profit, recently faced an unprecedented challenge when the Trump administration rescinded a record-breaking $25 million federal grant. This monumental environmental grant, the largest in the organization’s distinguished history, was meticulously designated for critical protection initiatives along the Connecticut River, underscoring a significant blow to […]
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Conservationists raise concerns with border wall expanding across scenic grasslands
The pristine tranquility of southeast Arizona’s San Rafael Valley, a landscape where human footprints are rare, is now at the heart of a burgeoning environmental controversy. Conservationists are raising immediate and profound concerns over plans to extend the border wall through this scenic expanse, recognized as the last major open […]
Kincraig lynx trio have been named
The Kincraig lynx trio, whose contentious arrival in the Insh area earlier this year followed an unauthorized release, have now been officially named, marking a significant milestone in their integration into the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Originally described as ‘happy refugees’ in reference to their controversial reintroduction, these […]
Opinion: My last column as I move on from Suffolk Preservation Society
This column marks a poignant moment for me, as it will be my last contribution to the EADT in my capacity as Director of the Suffolk Preservation Society. It has been an immense privilege and a profound journey dedicated to safeguarding Suffolk’s invaluable heritage – a landscape rich with history, […]
Public lands sell-off proposal won’t go forward, Utah senator announces
A significant legislative development has emerged from Capitol Hill as a Utah senator recently confirmed that a contentious proposal to sell off federal public lands will not proceed. This announcement marks a crucial turning point in the ongoing national debate surrounding the ownership and management of vast natural resources across […]
South Gloucestershire zoo project wins five awards for global conservation work
A pioneering South Gloucestershire zoo project has recently garnered significant international acclaim, securing an impressive five prestigious awards for its far-reaching global conservation initiatives. This remarkable achievement underscores the project’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding endangered species and preserving biodiversity across diverse ecosystems worldwide, positioning it as a leading institution in […]
Osprey nests in Hampton Roads are failing. Researchers want to know why.
A disturbing ecological puzzle is unfolding in the Hampton Roads region, as researchers grapple with a perplexing and significant decline in the success rate of osprey nests, prompting an urgent and comprehensive investigation into the underlying causes of this troubling trend. These majestic raptors, celebrated for their fishing prowess and […]
Mountain lion hit by vehicle returned to wild after rehab in Ramona
In a heartwarming testament to dedicated wildlife conservation efforts, a mountain lion recently struck by a vehicle has made a full recovery and been successfully returned to its natural habitat in the Santa Ana Mountains, following an intensive rehabilitation program in Ramona. This significant event not only marks a victory […]