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Relocation Fails To Stop Elephant-Human Conflict

Researchers have found that relocation of elephants into ranges far away from humans have led to more conflict and deaths on both sides.

World’s 25 Most Endangered Primates Revealed In IUCN Report

The world’s 25 most endangered primates have been revealed in a new report released on Monday at the UN’s Convention on Biological Diversity COP11.

IUCN Scientists Release List Of World’s 100 Most Threatened Species

For the first time ever, scientists from the IUCN Species Survival Commission have identified 100 of the most threatened animals, plants, and fungi on the planet.

Chinese ‘Cooling Drinks’ May Contain Endangered Saiga Antelope Horns

Traditional Chinese Medicine shops in Singapore are selling 'cooling' drinks and related products made of endangered saiga antelope horns, says Project: WILD.

Orangutan, Asian Rhino On Asian Endangered Species List

The Wildlife Conservation Society has released a list of endangered Asian species that call for immediate government action.

WWF India Distributes Poster On 12 Illegally-Traded Native Parrot Species

In order to put an end to the illegal bird trade, TRAFFIC India with support from WWF-India has produced a poster entitled “Parrots of India in Illegal Trade."

Rare Irrawaddy Dolphins Spotted In West Kalimantan, Indonesia

Irrawaddy dolphins have been discovered for the first time in West Kalimantan, a part of Indonesian Borneo best known for its dense tropical forests and rich wildlife.

Fiji Battles Heavy Floods During 15-Day State Of Disaster

A 15-day state of disaster is currently in effect on the west coast of Fiji that has been ravaged by floods since January 22.

Sumatran Elephant Now Critically Endangered, WWF Says

The Sumatran elephant subspecies is now listed as critically endangered, WWF says, after losing nearly 70 percent of its habitat and half its population in one generation.

Happy Chinese New Year! Consumers Urged To Be Selective During New Year Festivities

Happy Chinese New Year! Consumers are urged to be especially vigilant in the lead up to Chinese New Year to minimize their consumption of threatened wildlife species.