conservation

Thai Tiger Numbers Are Slowly Bouncing Back

The tiger population in a Thai wildlife reserve is increasing, thanks to enhanced protection measures by the Thai government and the Wildlife Conservation Society.

Mangrove Deforestation Driven By Rice & Palm Oil Agriculture

Conversion of mangrove forests to land for commodity crops has played a significant role in the deforestation of Southeast Asia.

What Is Driving The Loss Of Protected Areas?

The larger the protected area, the more likely it is to experience downgrading, downsizing and degazettement.

How To Dissect A Whale

Ever wondered what it takes to dissect an entire whale? Find out more from Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum curator Marcus Chua!

Conserving Indonesia’s Mangroves Could Mitigate Climate Change

Conserving the effective carbon sinks of mangroves could reduce 10-31 percent of annual land-use emissions in Indonesia, scientists say.

Sumatran Rhinos Declared Extinct In Malaysia

Researchers call for greater government intervention to save the Sumatran rhino, which has numbers just nine individuals in captivity worldwide.

Ancient Chinese Archives Track Decline Of Rare Apes

Combing through historical records, scientists have charted the decline of gibbons in China through the centuries.

Experts Call For Borneo’s Integrated Conservation

An integrated approach, including not only the mountain rainforests but also the lowlands, is required to preserve Borneo's biodiversity, experts say.

Protected Zones Not Enough To Stop Deforestation

Preventing the construction of roads and increasing control measures in illegal logging hotspots are more effective than simply having protected areas, study says.