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Species Can Be Saved in Fraser River
The Fraser River Estuary in British Columbia is home to 102 species at risk of extinction - species who are relied upon by many people who live in or near the ecosystem for their livelihoods. A new study brings hope that it's not to late to save them all.
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Ghost Fishing Threatens Species
Surveys along the length of the River Ganges, alongside interviews with local fishermen, have revealed that waste fishing gear is posing a serious threat to many species. A system that would provide fishermen to recycle their nets could be effective at preventing entanglement.
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Understanding Long-term Stressors on Koalas
The Australian icon, the koala, is facing extinction due to bushfires and habitat loss. However, impacts of these stressors over the long-term has not been known. A recent study has shown that this species is facing a significant impact of human population growth and that conservation action must be taken.
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Surprising Rise of China's Leopard Population
Populations numbers of the North Chinese leopard are on the rise. Clearing of habitat and poaching has reduced numbers in the past, but forest on the Loess Plateau has been restored which has caused prey to return, and likewise the big cats.
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