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fromMongabay Environmental News
2 days ago

Facebook shuts Indonesia groups after Mongabay and Bellingcat report illegal wildlife trade

Mongabay and Bellingcat discovered Facebook groups in Indonesia illegally selling protected species, exploiting the country's biodiversity through social media platforms.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

Thousands of Monarch Butterflies Migrate to California Every Fall and Winter-How to See Them and Save Them

Many (but not all) monarchs migrate seasonally, seeking refuge from too-cold temperatures. In Western North America, monarchs fly south from Canada and the Pacific Northwest to overwinter in temperate spots along the California coast. Some come from colder regions west of the Rocky Mountains, too. The overwintering season in California is roughly October to February. During this time, monarchs cluster together in packed colonies for warmth-in a good year, thousands of monarchs might rest on a single tree, creating a kaleidoscope of brilliantly colored wings.
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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Threatened karearea falcon wins New Zealand's 2025 bird of the year

Karearea, New Zealand’s only endemic raptor and 200km/h hunter, was crowned Bird of the Year; 5,000–8,000 remain and face predators, habitat loss, and collisions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Australian Geographic nature photographer of the year 2025 in pictures

Australian wildlife displays diverse behaviors, from camouflage learning and interspecies interactions to unique morphology, elusive roosting habits, and striking urban bird moments.
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