<p>A critically endangered species of reptile endemic to a sole island on the Ecuadorean archipelago is making a miraculous comeback. Scientists have maybe for the first time discovered hatchlings and "juvenile" populations of the Galapagos pink land iguana.</p>

<p>The species which was first discovered decades ago has been accorded the critically endangered species status as according to estimates published on the&nbsp;Galápagos Conservancy there are only 200 individuals left and all of them are confined to the slopes of Wolf Volcano on Isabela island.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Furthermore, they are made especially vulnerable by the fact that the volcano is active. Another threat to the population as per Reuters is alien species, particularly rodents that were introduced to the island.</p>

<p>As per Danny Rueda, Director of the Galapagos National Park, the discovery "marks a significant step forward, which allows us to identify a path going forward to save the pink iguana."</p>

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<p>"Knowing all the aspects that make their existence vulnerable will allow us to take timely actions, mainly against invasive species and thus avoid interrupting the natural cycles of these fragile ecosystems," he added.</p>

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<p>The Galapagos island which is home to this unique species that for years wasn't even categorised as a separate species also houses a number of other endemic species. Reuters reports that the island which is home to a number of species not found anywhere else and is considered the key force behind Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Apart from the endangered Galapagos Pink land iguana, these species include several more species of iguanas, and giant tortoises, flightless cormorants.</p>

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A critically endangered species of reptile endemic to a sole island on the Ecuadorean archipelago is making a miraculous comeback. Scientists have maybe for the first time discovered hatchlings and "juvenile" populations of the Galapagos pink land iguana.

A critically endangered species of reptile endemic to a sole island on the Ecuadorean archipelago is making a miraculous comeback. Scientists have maybe for the first time discovered hatchlings and "juvenile" populations of the Galapagos pink land iguana. The species which was first discovered decades ago has been accorded the critically endangered species status as according to estimates published on the Galápagos Conservancy there are only 200 individuals left and all of them are confined to the slopes of Wolf Volcano on Isabela island. Also read | Species that got booted to 'endangered' or 'threatened' status in 2022 Furthermore, they are made especially vulnerable by the fact that the volcano is active. Another threat to the population as per Reuters is alien species, particularly rodents that were introduced to the island. As per Danny Rueda, Director of the Galapagos National Park, the discovery "marks a significant step forward, which allows us to identify a path going forward to save the pink iguana." Also read | 'Absolutely amazing...but also breaks your heart': Moon the humpback whale travels 5000kms with a broken back "Knowing all the aspects that make their existence vulnerable will allow us to take timely actions, mainly against invasive species and thus avoid interrupting the natural cycles of these fragile ecosystems," he added. Watch | Bees that are fish, to the elephant that's human: Five defining cases in animal rights The Galapagos island which is home to this unique species that for years wasn't even categorised as a separate species also houses a number of other endemic species. Reuters reports that the island which is home to a number of species not found anywhere else and is considered the key force behind Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Apart from the endangered Galapagos Pink land iguana, these species include several more species of iguanas, and giant tortoises, flightless cormorants. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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An endangered Red Panda cub was born at the Paradise Wildlife park in the United Kingdom just one month after its father passed away. The zoo has named it 'little red'.

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<p>As a result of bushfires, land-clearing, drought and disease, Australia officially classified koalas as "endangered" across a vast expanse of its eastern coast on Friday.</p>

<p>Over the last two decades, the koala population in much of eastern Australia has plummeted, leading some conservationists to warn that they are now in peril, moving towards extinction.</p>

<p>According to estimates by the Threatened Species Scientific Committee, koala numbers have fallen from 185,000 in 2001 to just 92,000 in 2021.</p>

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<p>It was just a decade ago that the koala, a globally recognised symbol of Australia's unique wildlife, was listed as "vulnerable" on the eastern coast.</p>

<p>Sussan Ley, the environment minister, said she had designated koala populations as "endangered" to offer them a higher level of protection in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland.</p>

<p>"We are taking unprecedented action to protect the koala," the minister said, highlighting a recent government promise of Aus$50 million (US$36 million) to protect and recover koala habitats.</p>

<p>Environmental advocates applauded the koala's new status while criticising Australia for not doing enough to protect the species.</p>

<p>"Koalas have gone from no-listing to vulnerable to endangered within a decade. That is a shockingly fast decline," said WWF-Australia conservation scientist Stuart Blanch.</p>

<p>"Today's decision is welcome but it won't stop koalas from sliding towards extinction unless it's accompanied by stronger laws and landholder incentives to protect their forest homes."</p>

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<p>Josey Sharrad, wildlife campaign manager at the International Fund for Animal Welfare, says that Australia's koalas were already living on a "knife edge" even prior to the devastating "Black Summer" bushfires of 2019-2020 because of land-clearing, drought, disease, car strikes and dog attacks.</p>

<p>"We should never have allowed things to get to the point where we are at risk of losing a national icon," Sharrad said.</p>

<p>"The bushfires were the final straw. This must be a wake-up call to Australia and the government to move much faster to protect critical habitat from development and land-clearing and seriously address the impacts of climate change."</p>

<p>Humane Society International's Alexia Wellbelove stated that if action is not taken, east coast koalas may go extinct by 2050.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We can't afford any more clearing," she said.</p>

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<p>Research by the Australian Conservation Foundation showed that the federal government had approved clearing more than 25,000 hectares of koala habitat since the species was declared vulnerable a decade ago.</p>

<p>"Australia’s national environment laws are so ineffective they have done little to stem the ongoing destruction of koala habitat in Queensland and NSW since the species was supposedly protected a decade ago," said the foundation's nature campaign manager, Basha Stasak.</p>

<p>"The extinction of koalas does not have to happen," Stasak added.</p>

<p>"We must stop allowing their homes to be bulldozed for mines, new housing estates, agricultural projects and industrial logging."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As a result of bushfires, land-clearing, drought and disease, Australia officially classified koalas as "endangered" across a vast expanse of its eastern coast on Friday.

As a result of bushfires, land-clearing, drought and disease, Australia officially classified koalas as "endangered" across a vast expanse of its eastern coast on Friday. Over the last two decades, the koala population in much of eastern Australia has plummeted, leading some conservationists to warn that they are now in peril, moving towards extinction. According to estimates by the Threatened Species Scientific Committee, koala numbers have fallen from 185,000 in 2001 to just 92,000 in 2021. Also read | Australian authorities charge landowner and moving companies for koala massacre It was just a decade ago that the koala, a globally recognised symbol of Australia's unique wildlife, was listed as "vulnerable" on the eastern coast. Sussan Ley, the environment minister, said she had designated koala populations as "endangered" to offer them a higher level of protection in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland. "We are taking unprecedented action to protect the koala," the minister said, highlighting a recent government promise of Aus$50 million (US$36 million) to protect and recover koala habitats. Environmental advocates applauded the koala's new status while criticising Australia for not doing enough to protect the species. "Koalas have gone from no-listing to vulnerable to endangered within a decade. That is a shockingly fast decline," said WWF-Australia conservation scientist Stuart Blanch. "Today's decision is welcome but it won't stop koalas from sliding towards extinction unless it's accompanied by stronger laws and landholder incentives to protect their forest homes." Also read | Humanity's latest victim: Amid food scarcity, Florida manatees dying in record numbers Josey Sharrad, wildlife campaign manager at the International Fund for Animal Welfare, says that Australia's koalas were already living on a "knife edge" even prior to the devastating "Black Summer" bushfires of 2019-2020 because of land-clearing, drought, disease, car strikes and dog attacks. "We should never have allowed things to get to the point where we are at risk of losing a national icon," Sharrad said. "The bushfires were the final straw. This must be a wake-up call to Australia and the government to move much faster to protect critical habitat from development and land-clearing and seriously address the impacts of climate change." Humane Society International's Alexia Wellbelove stated that if action is not taken, east coast koalas may go extinct by 2050. "We can't afford any more clearing," she said. Watch | Australia report a dramatic decline in the population of Koalas, designates it as endangered species Research by the Australian Conservation Foundation showed that the federal government had approved clearing more than 25,000 hectares of koala habitat since the species was declared vulnerable a decade ago. "Australia’s national environment laws are so ineffective they have done little to stem the ongoing destruction of koala habitat in Queensland and NSW since the species was supposedly protected a decade ago," said the foundation's nature campaign manager, Basha Stasak. "The extinction of koalas does not have to happen," Stasak added. "We must stop allowing their homes to be bulldozed for mines, new housing estates, agricultural projects and industrial logging." (With inputs from agencies)

Toppled off of 'knife edge': Australia's famous Koala is now an 'endangered' animal

<p>The Chinese government says giant pandas are no longer classified as endangered but are still listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss.</p>

<p>In light of the fact that panda now numbers&nbsp;1,800 in the wild, China has downgraded their classification.</p>

<p>A long-term conservation effort, including habitat expansion, has helped save the country's iconic animal.</p>

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<p>China uses Pandas as a diplomatic tool by lending them to other countries.</p>

<p>Cui Shuhong, chief of the Department of Nature and Ecology Conservation of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, said at a news conference that the latest classification upgrade reflects the improved living conditions of these animals and China's efforts to keep their habitats intact.</p>

<p>Considered a national treasure in the country, this latest classification upgrade comes years after the&nbsp;2016&nbsp;International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) relabelling of the animal as vulnerable.</p>

<p>The decision, however, had been disputed at the time by Chinese officials, who said that it might lead people to the belief that conservation efforts could be cut back.</p>

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<p>The change to the endangered species list by China's environmental ministry is the first time the animal's status has been altered in their own system, which uses standards similar to those of the swiss-based international organisation IUCN.</p>

<p>Users of Chinese social media were delighted with this update, saying that it provides "proof" that conservation efforts pay off.</p>

<p>The conservationists deserve a pat on the back for their hard work, a user wrote on Weibo's microblogging platform.</p>

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<p>China's efforts to recreate and repopulate bamboo forests are largely responsible for the success, according to experts. Bamboo is the main component of their diet, and they are at risk of starving without it.</p>

<p>Additionally, captive breeding has been used by zoos to increase their populations.</p>


The Chinese government says giant pandas are no longer classified as endangered but are still listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss. In light of the fact that panda now numbers 1,800 in the wild, China has downgraded their classification.

The Chinese government says giant pandas are no longer classified as endangered but are still listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss. In light of the fact that panda now numbers 1,800 in the wild, China has downgraded their classification. A long-term conservation effort, including habitat expansion, has helped save the country's iconic animal. Also read | China completes first-ever systematic monitoring of wild giant pandas China uses Pandas as a diplomatic tool by lending them to other countries. Cui Shuhong, chief of the Department of Nature and Ecology Conservation of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, said at a news conference that the latest classification upgrade reflects the improved living conditions of these animals and China's efforts to keep their habitats intact. Considered a national treasure in the country, this latest classification upgrade comes years after the 2016 International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) relabelling of the animal as vulnerable. The decision, however, had been disputed at the time by Chinese officials, who said that it might lead people to the belief that conservation efforts could be cut back. Also read | In efforts to protect giant pandas, China neglected other species: Study The change to the endangered species list by China's environmental ministry is the first time the animal's status has been altered in their own system, which uses standards similar to those of the swiss-based international organisation IUCN. Users of Chinese social media were delighted with this update, saying that it provides "proof" that conservation efforts pay off. The conservationists deserve a pat on the back for their hard work, a user wrote on Weibo's microblogging platform. China's efforts to recreate and repopulate bamboo forests are largely responsible for the success, according to experts. Bamboo is the main component of their diet, and they are at risk of starving without it. Additionally, captive breeding has been used by zoos to increase their populations.

In China, pandas get a status upgrade from "Endangered" to "Vulnerable"

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<p class="MsoNormal">A giant barking deer, whose species is listed as&nbsp;critically endangered,&nbsp;has been spotted through a camera in northeast Cambodia’s Virachey National Park.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Environment ministry spokesman Neth Pheaktra said the spotting of the rare deer was one of the most exciting news in recent time,&nbsp;giving a boost to the country’s wildlife preservation efforts.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">"This is the most exciting news for Cambodia and for the whole world that such a rare and most critically endangered species was discovered in Cambodia," Neth Pheaktra said. "This is a positive result for the government's efforts to protect natural resources."</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The rare barking deer was spotted in Cambodia's Virachey National Park in Ratanakiri province through a hidden camera in April.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">Authorities retrieved the camera a while ago and started going through the footage from the forest, spotted the rare animal.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">This species of the rare barking deer, scientifically known as Muntiacus vuquangensis, was first spotted in 1994 in Vietnam and Laos and has been on the red list of the International Union for Conservation of Nature as critically endangered.</p>


A giant barking deer, whose species is listed as critically endangered, has been spotted through a camera in northeast Cambodia’s Virachey National Park. Environment ministry spokesman Neth Pheaktra said the spotting of the rare deer was one of the most exciting news in recent time, giving a boost to the country’s wildlife preservation efforts.

A giant barking deer, whose species is listed as critically endangered, has been spotted through a camera in northeast Cambodia’s Virachey National Park. Environment ministry spokesman Neth Pheaktra said the spotting of the rare deer was one of the most exciting news in recent time, giving a boost to the country’s wildlife preservation efforts. Also read | 'Polar dinosaurs' reproduced in Arctic over 70 million years ago: Study "This is the most exciting news for Cambodia and for the whole world that such a rare and most critically endangered species was discovered in Cambodia," Neth Pheaktra said. "This is a positive result for the government's efforts to protect natural resources." The rare barking deer was spotted in Cambodia's Virachey National Park in Ratanakiri province through a hidden camera in April. WATCH | Authorities retrieved the camera a while ago and started going through the footage from the forest, spotted the rare animal. This species of the rare barking deer, scientifically known as Muntiacus vuquangensis, was first spotted in 1994 in Vietnam and Laos and has been on the red list of the International Union for Conservation of Nature as critically endangered.

Critically endangered rare barking deer spotted in Cambodia

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Indonesia released 25 green turtles into the ocean on Wednesday (August 5), after the endangered animals were recovered during a raid on poachers last month. The turtles were part of some 36 green turtles rescued in mid-July from illegal traffickers. Another 11 turtles are set to be released back into their natural habitat on Sunday (August 9), the Agency for Conservation of Natural Resources of Bali said.

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<p>Bollywood actor Salman Khan was sentenced to 5 years in prison by Jodhpur trial court in 1998 blackbuck poaching case for killing two blackbucks (endangered antelopes) in Kankani village, Rajasthan. His <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-blackbuck-poaching-case-salman-khans-bail-plea-to-be-heard-today-128639">bail plea </a>will be heard today at Jodhpur Sessions Court.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Acting upon a case registered by the Bishnoi community of Rajasthan, the trial court pronounced its judgement on the case, finding him guilty after 20 years. While animal right's groups and others have been jubilant at the judgement, Salman Khan's fans across the globe and the Bollywood fraternity have expressed their shock and dismay.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/salman-launches-being-blackbuck-t-shirts-twitter-reacts-as-salman-khan-gets-a-five-year-jail-term-128532">Also Read:&nbsp;'Salman launches Being Blackbuck T-Shirts': Twitter reacts as he gets </a></em><em><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/salman-launches-being-blackbuck-t-shirts-twitter-reacts-as-salman-khan-gets-a-five-year-jail-term-128532">five-year</a></em><em><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/salman-launches-being-blackbuck-t-shirts-twitter-reacts-as-salman-khan-gets-a-five-year-jail-term-128532"> jail term</a></em></p>

<p>Bollywood filmmakers and actors took to Twitter to talk about Salman's charitable works before calling the judgment unfair:</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I feel bad. He should be given relief. He has done a lot of humanitarian work: Jaya Bachchan, Rajya Sabha MP on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanKhan?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanKhan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackBuckPoachingCase?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BlackBuckPoachingCase</a> <a href="https://t.co/VUEM0RIweE">pic.twitter.com/VUEM0RIweE</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Feeling very sad that Salman Khan has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for allegedly shooting a black buck. 5 years! The length of sentence seems excessive and must be appealed. <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> has all my sympathy and support. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeLoveYouSalmanKhan?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeLoveYouSalmanKhan</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The law takes its course. Can’t argue it. But at this point in time I just feel helpless and my heart goes out to <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> and his family. Reason, cause the last thing <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> is, is a criminal.I feel this is too harsh. I do hope he gets the relief he deserves.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I know for a fact that Salman bhai and his family have the utmost respect and faith in our judiciary system. <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> is one of the strongest and most genuine people I know and I’m sure he will come out of this stronger.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Today has been a very mixed emotion day with <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> news strange u don’t meet someone ever n still u can feel so much pain for tht person ! I’m kinda sad n I wish him n the whole family lot of strength in this tough time...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/allahnigehban?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#allahnigehban</a>??</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Salman Khan verdict saddens me. It’s too harsh. <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> is great humanitarian who does a lot of charity work and does not deserve to go behind bars. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TigerZindaHai?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TigerZindaHai</a></p>
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Salman Khan was sentenced to 5 years in jail and Rs 10,000 as the penalty in 1998 blackbuck poaching case by Jodhpur trial court

Bollywood actor Salman Khan was sentenced to 5 years in prison by Jodhpur trial court in 1998 blackbuck poaching case for killing two blackbucks (endangered antelopes) in Kankani village, Rajasthan. His bail plea will be heard today at Jodhpur Sessions Court. Also Read: Qaidi No. 106 Salman given dal-roti in jail Acting upon a case registered by the Bishnoi community of Rajasthan, the trial court pronounced its judgement on the case, finding him guilty after 20 years. While animal right's groups and others have been jubilant at the judgement, Salman Khan's fans across the globe and the Bollywood fraternity have expressed their shock and dismay. Also Read: 'Salman launches Being Blackbuck T-Shirts': Twitter reacts as he gets five-year jail term Bollywood filmmakers and actors took to Twitter to talk about Salman's charitable works before calling the judgment unfair: I feel bad. He should be given relief. He has done a lot of humanitarian work: Jaya Bachchan, Rajya Sabha MP on #SalmanKhan #BlackBuckPoachingCase pic.twitter.com/VUEM0RIweE — ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2018 × Feeling very sad that Salman Khan has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for allegedly shooting a black buck. 5 years! The length of sentence seems excessive and must be appealed. @BeingSalmanKhan has all my sympathy and support. #WeLoveYouSalmanKhan — KABIR BEDI (@iKabirBedi) April 5, 2018 × The law takes its course. Can’t argue it. But at this point in time I just feel helpless and my heart goes out to @BeingSalmanKhan and his family. Reason, cause the last thing @BeingSalmanKhan is, is a criminal.I feel this is too harsh. I do hope he gets the relief he deserves. — arjun rampal (@rampalarjun) April 5, 2018 × I know for a fact that Salman bhai and his family have the utmost respect and faith in our judiciary system. @BeingSalmanKhan is one of the strongest and most genuine people I know and I’m sure he will come out of this stronger. — Varun DAN Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) April 5, 2018 × I am extremely shocked to hear @BeingSalmanKhan being convicted by session court but also having full trust in indian judiciary which has many other doors to appeal for final justice whatsoever. Since He is most loved person by industry N people for his human reasons too. — Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) April 5, 2018 × Today has been a very mixed emotion day with @BeingSalmanKhan news strange u don’t meet someone ever n still u can feel so much pain for tht person ! I’m kinda sad n I wish him n the whole family lot of strength in this tough time...#allahnigehban?? — Shama Sikander (@shamasikander) April 5, 2018 × Salman Khan verdict saddens me. It’s too harsh. @BeingSalmanKhan is great humanitarian who does a lot of charity work and does not deserve to go behind bars. #TigerZindaHai — Maz Bonafide (@MazBONAFIDE) April 5, 2018 ×

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