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Ҵý: Bronx Zoo Uses Innovative Technique to Hand-Raise a King Vulture Chick with a Puppet
Released: 29-Apr-2025 9:50 AM EDT
Bronx Zoo Uses Innovative Technique to Hand-Raise a King Vulture Chick with a Puppet
Wildlife Conservation Society

A king vulture chick at the Bronx Zoo is being hand-raised using a technique developed more than 40 years ago which helps prevent the young bird from imprinting on humans.

Ҵý: Bank of America, Central Africa Forest Initiative, Good Energies Foundation, and UBS Optimus Foundation Support HIFOR Initiative to Conserve High-Integrity Tropical Forests Globally
Released: 28-Apr-2025 10:30 AM EDT
Bank of America, Central Africa Forest Initiative, Good Energies Foundation, and UBS Optimus Foundation Support HIFOR Initiative to Conserve High-Integrity Tropical Forests Globally
Wildlife Conservation Society

he Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is proud to announce that Bank of America, the Central Africa Forest Initiative (CAFI), the Good Energies Foundation, and the UBS Optimus Foundation have made financial commitments to the High Integrity Forest Investment (HIFOR) Initiative.

Ҵý: In Remote Tanzania, Research Expedition Uncovers Critically Endangered Species and Paves the Way for Country’s First-Ever Offshore MPA
Released: 23-Apr-2025 5:15 PM EDT
In Remote Tanzania, Research Expedition Uncovers Critically Endangered Species and Paves the Way for Country’s First-Ever Offshore MPA
Wildlife Conservation Society

A first-of-its-kind research expedition to Latham Island has unveiled one of Tanzania’s most ecologically significant marine ecosystems, with thriving seabird colonies, critically endangered sharks, and climate-resilient coral reefs.

Ҵý: WCS’s Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo Is This Saturday, April 26
Released: 22-Apr-2025 10:20 AM EDT
WCS’s Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo Is This Saturday, April 26
Wildlife Conservation Society

The 17th Annual WCS Run for the Wild is this Saturday, April 26, at the Bronx Zoo. This year’s event is inspired by the critically endangered Indian gharial and will help support the Wildlife Conservation Society’s (WCS) work at the Bronx Zoo and around the world in protecting gharials and other wildlife.

Ҵý: Avian Influenza Is a Devastating Setback for the Patagonian Elephant Seal Population
Released: 16-Apr-2025 9:45 PM EDT
Avian Influenza Is a Devastating Setback for the Patagonian Elephant Seal Population
Wildlife Conservation Society

It may take 100 years for the southern elephant seal colony of Península Valdés in Argentine Patagonia to look like it did in 2022.

Ҵý: Gorillas in Congo’s Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park Scratch the Ground for Truffles, Not for Insects as Long Assumed
Released: 16-Apr-2025 10:05 AM EDT
Gorillas in Congo’s Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park Scratch the Ground for Truffles, Not for Insects as Long Assumed
Wildlife Conservation Society

A scientific paper recently published reveals that soil scratching by gorillas in Congo’s Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park is a foraging strategy to access a species of deer truffle, identified as Elaphomyces labyrinthinus, and not insects, as long assumed.

Released: 13-Apr-2025 11:40 AM EDT
WHO Pandemic Agreement One Step Closer to Ensuring World Is Better Equipped to Prevent and Manage Pandemics Critical Milestone for Global Inter-Generational Health Security
Wildlife Conservation Society

The historic finalization of a groundbreaking International Agreement on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response took another positive step here on Saturday. The parties reached an agreement on principles and on Tuesday they are expected to finalize it before the World Health Assembly adopts the agreement when they convene May 19-27th.

Ҵý: Scarlet Macaw Chicks Get a Helping Hand from Humans Before Being Released into the Wild
Released: 10-Apr-2025 8:10 AM EDT
Scarlet Macaw Chicks Get a Helping Hand from Humans Before Being Released into the Wild
Wildlife Conservation Society

Scarlet macaws in Mesoamerica are highly threatened by poaching and habitat loss. In Guatemala’s Maya Biosphere Reserve, only a few hundred remain.

Ҵý: Democratic Republic of the Congo and Partners Launch Phase 2 of National Program to Improve Management and Protection of 30% of Territory by 2030
Released: 9-Apr-2025 6:10 PM EDT
Democratic Republic of the Congo and Partners Launch Phase 2 of National Program to Improve Management and Protection of 30% of Territory by 2030
Wildlife Conservation Society

The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, through the National Designated Authority of the Green Climate Fund (NDA-DRC), organized a ceremony to officially launch phase 2 of preparations for the country's "30x30 Strategy" in Kinshasa, on April 8, 2025. The launch took place in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), Technical and Financial Partners, representatives of civil society, Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples.

Ҵý: WHO Pandemic Agreement, Under Negotiations Now in Geneva, Has Immense Potential to Help Prevent Future Devastating Pandemics
Released: 8-Apr-2025 7:05 PM EDT
WHO Pandemic Agreement, Under Negotiations Now in Geneva, Has Immense Potential to Help Prevent Future Devastating Pandemics
Wildlife Conservation Society

The Wildlife Conservation Society continues to be at the table in Geneva as the WHO nears the finalization of its groundbreaking International Agreement on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response. An agreement may be reached on Friday; and the World Health Assembly will convene on May 19-27th to consider final adoption.

Ҵý: The Wildlife Film Festival REEL WILD™️ Kicked Off in NYC with Celebrities and Filmmakers From Around the World
Released: 4-Apr-2025 5:25 AM EDT
The Wildlife Film Festival REEL WILD™️ Kicked Off in NYC with Celebrities and Filmmakers From Around the World
Wildlife Conservation Society

The Wildlife Conservation Society’s REEL WILD™️, a 2-day wildlife film festival in New York City, kicked off last night at a celebratory event with celebrities and Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award winning filmmakers from around the world.

   
Ҵý: Vanishing Fish, Shrinking Catches: How Overfishing is Undermining Coastal Fisheries
Released: 2-Apr-2025 11:10 AM EDT
Vanishing Fish, Shrinking Catches: How Overfishing is Undermining Coastal Fisheries
Wildlife Conservation Society

New science shows that overfishing is eroding the sustainability of tropical coral reef fisheries in East Africa, with small-scale fishers losing out on fisheries productivity as entire species disappear from their catch.

Ҵý: New Public Lands in Payunia to Protect the Guanaco and Other Wildlife
Released: 24-Mar-2025 10:10 AM EDT
New Public Lands in Payunia to Protect the Guanaco and Other Wildlife
Wildlife Conservation Society

The Province of Mendoza has accepted the donation of 40,000 hectares of private land within the La Payunia Protected Natural Area, located in the department of Malargüe.

Ҵý: REEL WILD™️ NEW YORK Film Festival Private VIP Event Thursday, April 3
 
REEL WILD™️ NEW YORK, Two-Day Film Festival, Friday and Saturday, April 4 and 5
Released: 18-Mar-2025 6:40 PM EDT
REEL WILD™️ NEW YORK Film Festival Private VIP Event Thursday, April 3 REEL WILD™️ NEW YORK, Two-Day Film Festival, Friday and Saturday, April 4 and 5
Wildlife Conservation Society

To celebrate the start of Earth Month, reporters are invited to cover a private VIP event for REEL WILD™️ NEW YORK at the Lotte New York Palace; and to cover REEL WILD™️ NEW YORK, a two day film festival in Manhattan.

Ҵý: Small and Nutritious Fish: A Healthy and Sustainable Alternative for the Amazon Region
Released: 6-Mar-2025 10:45 AM EST
Small and Nutritious Fish: A Healthy and Sustainable Alternative for the Amazon Region
Wildlife Conservation Society

A study conducted by Cornell University and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), both members of the Amazon Waters Alliance, reveals that small, abundant, and nutritious fish species in the Amazon can be a solution for both public health and biodiversity conservation.

Ҵý: Bronx Zoo’s Dinosaur Safari Is Back! New Animatronics and Hands-On Fun for Dino-Lovers of All Ages
Released: 6-Mar-2025 7:05 AM EST
Bronx Zoo’s Dinosaur Safari Is Back! New Animatronics and Hands-On Fun for Dino-Lovers of All Ages
Wildlife Conservation Society

Something BIG is coming this spring to New York, as Dinosaur Safari returns with a roar to the Bronx Zoo! Guests will get up close with some of the largest animals to ever walk the Earth, including more than 60 life-size animatronic dinosaurs and pterosaurs, as Dinosaur Safari opens to the public on Saturday, April 12.

Ҵý: Lights. Camera. Take Action for Wildlife!
WCS Launches REEL WILD™️,  a Film Festival, 
During Earth Month in New York City
Released: 3-Mar-2025 9:25 AM EST
Lights. Camera. Take Action for Wildlife! WCS Launches REEL WILD™️, a Film Festival, During Earth Month in New York City
Wildlife Conservation Society

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is launching REEL WILD™️, a 2-day film festival during Earth Month, including Oscar-nominated films, and Emmy-Award winning programs, that bring the wonders of wildlife and nature to the big screen.

Ҵý: Taking Critical Steps Toward Peaceful Human-Elephant Co-Existence in Gabon
Released: 27-Feb-2025 6:35 PM EST
Taking Critical Steps Toward Peaceful Human-Elephant Co-Existence in Gabon
Wildlife Conservation Society

A 2-year project fostering peaceful human-elephant co-existence in Gabon was launched by the Minister of Water and Forests on 17 February. The project, with funding from the Central African Forest Initiative (CAFI), will be implemented with the government by the Wildlife Conservation Society in partnership with Space for Giants.

Ҵý: Under the Cover of the Rainforest: Extraordinary Photos of the Congo
Released: 25-Feb-2025 9:45 AM EST
Under the Cover of the Rainforest: Extraordinary Photos of the Congo
Wildlife Conservation Society

The thick canopy of the Congo rainforest and its luscious vegetation is a safe haven for a unique biodiversity—including rarely-seen wildlife, like the African Golden Cat, captured for the first time in high-definition in their natural environment in Congo.

Ҵý: Experts in South America Identify Priority Conservation Areas for the Endangered Giant Otter
Released: 24-Feb-2025 9:05 AM EST
Experts in South America Identify Priority Conservation Areas for the Endangered Giant Otter
Wildlife Conservation Society

Experts from 12 countries in Latin America have together published the most comprehensive summary of conservation knowledge to date of the giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis), including the identification of the most important riverine areas providing habitat for this aquatic icon of the Amazon.



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