Field Notes

A little hogging of the camera… for a very good reason. 🐗 This red river hog mum was recently caught on camera trap in Gabon with her two young, giving us a beautiful glimpse into the next generation of wildlife growing up in the forest. Camera traps help reveal the animals moving quietly through these landscapes - many of them rarely seen, but all playing an important role in the ecosystem. Play

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You turn up to your first parkrun and you see some lovely, smiling faces holding a sign saying 'first timers welcome'. Our advice: head straight to them! It's where you're going to find out exactly what's going to happen at your event. It's for first timers, naturally, but also for anybody else who feels like they need a refresher. So, if you're thinking of doing your first parkrun, make sure you

We want everyone to have the chance to experience parkrun. That's why we're working with Specsavers to make it even more accessible to all. If you're blind or partially sighted and are thinking about giving parkrun a go, we've brought in some little things that can make a difference – whether you're running, walking, wheeling or volunteering! There's always help available on the day, but if you're

Description: If you want to be a guide for a friend or family member with visual impairment, hear from people who've done it themselves. They've got practical tips on how to communicate with your partner and run safely, and they'll tell you just how rewarding you'll find it, too. We've also set up the StartLine Hub with Specsavers where anyone with accessibility needs can find practical tips, info

Digging here in Esilalei, #Tanzania, started in 2021, and rainy season after rainy season, the vegetation kept expanding a little more. What were once empty bunds started filling with vegetation, and now, once the rains come, they almost disappear under the vegetation cover. Isn’t that incredible?! Thanks to the amazing work of the local community and implementing partners, more than 6,500 Earth S

This little gorilla needs a name, and we want YOU to choose it! 🦍💚 This youngster is part of one of the more elusive gorilla groups we monitor in Gabon. Their dad might already be familiar to you. Ima was the first captive-born gorilla to catch the eye of not one, but two wild female gorillas. He is fiercely protective of his family, and they tend to keep themselves well hidden deep within the f

Castro, J., Cid, A., Martins, M. P., Estrela, G., Pieters, A., and Quirin, A. (2026). Insights Into a Disruptive Behavior of Iberian Killer Whales (𝘖𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘳𝘤𝘢) With Boats: Perspective From Multiple Interactions With a Research […]

United Nations Office at Geneva. Photo: Saami Councik Following its review of Finland in Geneva on 17-18 August, the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination’s (CERD) has issued its Concluding Observations, Calling on Finland to strengthen the protection of Sámi self-determination, traditional lands, territories, waters and resources, traditional livelihoods, and the right to Free,

As part of European Mobility Week, Terra Cypria – The Cyprus Conservation Foundation, with the...

New research provides one of the first documented cases of a marine heatwave undermining restoration efforts at a site in Northern Europe. Forecasting extreme weather events will be essential to the success of future marine restoration efforts and Ocean recovery. A marine heatwave has undermined the success of seagrass restoration efforts at a site in North Wales, new research has found. Over 1.1

You can apply for the Dalán grant using the electronic application form on the Saami Council website until 10th October 2026 at 23:59 (CEST). Picture: Saami Council The Saami Council has opened the second application round for the Dalán grant (Immediate grant) for 2026. You can apply for the Dalán grant using the electronic application form on the Saami Council website until 10th October 2026 at 2

We work across Sub-Saharan Africa, connecting families to solar power in the hardest-to-reach places. Because we believe everyone deserves access to safe, clean energy. Tap 🧡 if you’re with us.

The programme is open to everyone, and we invite you to enjoy nature, learning and spending time together. To make your stay as pleasant and safe as possible, we are sharing some important information and rules with you.

Foto: Fanny Larsson-Auna, Saami Council. At the EU Arctic Forum, Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue, and Arctic Youth Dialogue 2026 in Brussels, reindeer herder and youth facilitator Juhán Nikolaus Wuolab Wollberg addressed decision-makers on behalf of the Arctic Youth Dialogue. Connecting personal experiences of Sámi cultural heritage with policy recommendations for the EU and Arctic states, he calls o

A remora school bus? 🚌 Did you know the oceanic manta ray (Mobula birostris) is the largest ray species on Earth, with a disc width of up to 680cm in extremely large specimens? These remoras are clearly making full use of all that surface area! Mantas act as a moving ocean oasis for a whole host of hitchhikers seeking shelter, protection, and an easy meal. Remoras cling on with a modified dorsal

Working with nature is one of our greatest opportunities to build a more resilient and prosperous Europe. As climate change fuels more frequent and intense wildfires, floods and droughts, rewilding can help future-proof landscapes for the challenges ahead. Source

Healthy peatlands are among our most important natural allies in tackling climate change, safeguarding water resources and supporting biodiversity. Yet many have been degraded. At Isosuo in southern Finland, rewilding is bringing a drained peatland back to life, demonstrating why large-scale recovery of these vital ecosystems is increasingly essential. Peatlands: powerhouses for nature, people and

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For one day, we swapped our binoculars for microphones and, instead of watching birds and other species, we chose to talk about them. From nature conservation and rescuing injured wildlife to education and research projects, you can now discover more about our work on screen, in episode 7 of Romania Unfolds.We were pleasantly surprised when […]

The first large-scale analysis of its kind estimates that at least 18 million people living in poverty across the Indo-Pacific fish in seagrass meadows. Around 6.5 million may depend entirely on these overlooked habitats for fishing and subsistence. Researchers warn that seagrass decline could deepen hunger, economic insecurity, and inequality in some of the World’s most vulnerable coastal communi

Coalition urges Environment Secretary Angela Eagle to reject further industrial poultry expansion and deliver a regenerative poultry strategy More than 20 leading environmental, animal welfare, food and farming organisations have written to Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle urging the Government to reject further expansion of industrial poultry farming and use its forthcoming Poultry Sector

“Sabai dee!” The greeting rings out across Xieng Man, a remote village in the mountains of Houaphan province, northern Laos. In front of the village’s brick and wooden houses, people sit in small groups, their hands busy weaving strips after strips of bamboo into boxes, baskets, and bags. Among them is Ten Bounsouvanh, a 47-year-old... L’article Bamboo Handicrafts Powers Ethnic Livelihoods in Houa

Nature-based Restoration of the Buna River TECHNICAL FEASIBILITY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Shiko & Shkarko EcoAlbania ka përgatitur Planin Teknik të Fizibilitetit dhe Zbatimit për restaurimin e një segmenti prioritar prej rreth 450 metrash përgjatë lumit Buna, në qarkun e Shkodrës. Ndërhyrja synon të adresojë erozionin aktiv të bregut, shkëputjen graduale të një dege natyrore dytësore […]

Every manta has a story. And you can be part of it! Meet one of the ocean's gentle giants, an oceanic manta ray gliding through the blue, with wings spanning up to 7 metres! All species of manta and devil rays are threatened with extinction, 3 Critically Endangered, 5 Endangered, and 2 Vulnerable, and every individual we can identify and protect matters. That's where you come in. 🎁 When you adopt

September brings major international events, restoration season draws towards its end, and new book on pastoralism. Fisheries continue with traps and traditional dip netting. Autumn is here and in fisheries traps are in lake Onkamo and later towards October cleaning … Continue reading →

EcoAlbania – Qendra për Mbrojtjen e Ekosistemeve Natyrore në Shqipëri hap thirrjen për angazhimin e një Eksperti/e për Shërbimet e Ekosistemit (Ecosystem Services Expert), në kuadër të projektit “PAMANCA – Protected Areas Matter: Advocating for Nature Conservation in Albania”, të financuar nga Bashkimi Evropian dhe të zbatuar nga EcoAlbania në partneritet me ResPublica dhe Forumin e Mendimit […]

The paper considers Article 6 as an important element of Ukraine's post-war recovery, climate governance, and European integration.

The Pandoteira project invites you to an evening nature walk at Agios Sozomenos, just outside Nicosia. 25/09/202617:45...

We are deeply concerned by the lack of leadership shown by Prime Minister Andy Burnham in apparently “shelving plans” for a Special Administration Regime for Thames Water. Having called for greater public control of our water companies, starting with Thames Water, is it deeply worrying to see the Government potentially retreat from using the very […]

Our round-up of the month’s most important stories. Forever chemicals now banned from EU food packaging The landmark ruling is an important step in protecting public health and the environment from these harmful and unnecessary chemicals; further measures being introduced include bans on certain single-use items and support for reuse and refill. One year

With the rainy season approaching, we’re digging in Samburu, #Kenya, together with the Westgate community. Thanks to everyone's contributions, we’ve already reached 30% of our goal, and those #EarthSmiles are now taking shape on the ground! But we’re only getting started! If one Earth Smile can help regreen 124m2 of land, can you imagine how many hectares we could help restore if we raised all 10,

In August 2025, negotiators gathered in Geneva for INC-5.2, the session meant to deliver the world’s first legally binding treaty on plastic pollution. After 10 tense days of talks, more than 80 countries rejected the Chair’s final proposed draft as “unacceptable”: it set no limits on plastic production and barely addressed the chemicals of concern

Not all of Indonesia’s seagrass meadows are faring alike. A study has revealed substantial spatial differences in the condition of 21 seagrass meadows across central and eastern Indonesia, providing a clearer picture of where ecosystems are thriving (hotspots), under stress (coldspots) or undergoing ecological change (outliers). But why does this matter? Indonesia, a global seagrass hotspot, is ho

👀 Ever wondered what goes behind the scenes of the gorgeous photography you love to see? Join our own Virginia and photographer, Adaka Lineker, on a footage collection trip! We asked them what stands out from trips like these. Their answer? The #journey itself. 🛻 🌍 Some sites are remote. Long drives, rough or washed-out roads, changing routes, early mornings, figuring it out as they go. Hours o

Only 5% of EU ships' tonnage was dismantled in Europe despite the capacity to recycle much more. Vast majority of end-of-life ships are sent for beaching in... Read More

Background Access to clean cooking remains a major challenge for Africa. Biomass accounts for about 50% of the total primary energy supply in the continent, with over 900 million Africans still relying on traditional use of biomass and other polluting fuels for cooking and heating. Globally, the target is to achieve universal access to modern […]

The CONNECT+ project aims to reduce the environmental impact of outdoor sports by fostering stronger connections between outdoor sports practitioners and protected area managers across Europe. This need for enhanced dialogue and collaboration was highlighted through the work of the “Sustainability and Environmental Education in Outdoor Sports” (SEE) project, funded by ERASMUS+ and involving member