Wildlife

A new opinion poll has revealed a surge in public support for the reintroduction of lynx to Scotland, raising concerns that First Minister John Swinney’s outright rejection of the proposal is misaligned with public sentiment. The poll, conducted by Survation for the Lynx to Scotland Partnership in January, shows that 61% of Scots now support the return of lynx, an increase of nine percentage points since 2020. Opposition to the idea has fallen to just 13%, highlighting shifting perceptions and a growing recognition of the species’ ecological benefits. The findings coincide with an open letter, signed by 20 organisations, that…

Indianapolis Zoo Leads Global Effort to Protect Unique Ecuadorian Hummingbird In an inspiring move to protect biodiversity, the Indianapolis Zoo has awarded a $1 million grant to the Ecuador-based conservation group Fundación Jocotoco to save the critically endangered Blue-Throated Hillstar. This initiative, part of the zoo’s Saving Species Challenge, aims to support single-species conservation projects. The Blue-Throated Hillstar’s survival, threatened by habitat loss, mining, and human encroachment, has spurred international attention as Fundación Jocotoco collaborates to create safer habitats and engage local communities in preserving this newly discovered hummingbird species. Unique Species, Unique Threats Discovered only in 2017, the Blue-Throated…

In anticipation of World Rhino Day on Sunday, 22 September, world-renowned cricketer and conservationist Kevin Pietersen will officially unveil the SORAI Rangers Programme this Friday. This innovative initiative aims to connect individuals worldwide with vital wildlife conservation efforts in Africa and India, marking a significant expansion of SORAI’s mission to protect endangered species, particularly rhinos, from extinction. Join the Global Community of Wildlife Protectors The SORAI Ranger Programme invites the public to join a dedicated global community focused on safeguarding some of the planet’s most vulnerable species for as little as GBP 1 per month. By becoming a SORAI Ranger,…