wildlife

A spider hitching rides on ants: the CONICET scientists’ discovery

Scientists from the CONICET of Mendoza made a striking discovery in the world of insects. A spider that travels on ants. It is a species that uses the smallest ants as a means of transportation. The unusual specimen was found...

New specimens of native fauna arrive in La Florida

Through the Wildlife Conservation Center (WCC), new specimens of native fauna will arrive in La Florida. This time, it involves a turtle, a great kiskadee, a pileated woodpecker, a mourning dove chick, and four reina mora birds. According to their...

Wildlife trafficking alert: they were attempting to transport a baby capuchin monkey from Bolivia.

In the last few hours, a case of wildlife trafficking in Jujuy was prevented. They rescued a baby capuchin monkey that was being transported in a car from Bolivia. It was a couple heading to the city of Salta. They...

Not just polar bears: the melting ice and its impact on polar fauna

The **Arctic thaw** not only threatens **polar bears**, but also endangers all (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/capturan-por-primera-vez-en-video-a-un-oso-polar-cazando-y-comiendose-un-reno/). Although these large bears are among the most affected by the **reduction of sea ice**, the temperature increase alters the **balance of the entire ecosystem**, putting...

The common barn owl, in trouble: why it brought together Israeli and Arab scientists

The common barn owl is in trouble. From the species' situation, it has become an unlikely symbol of international cooperation. It even managed to bring together Israeli and Arab scientists, historically at odds. Experts from 12 nations gathered in Greece...

Why species lose genetic diversity, according to this study

Species are losing genetic diversity on a global scale for at least 30 years. This is revealed by a study spanning over three decades (from 1985 to 2019) and analyzing 628 species of animals, plants, and fungi. "The genetic diversity...

Iguazú: Speed totems installed for wildlife protection

In the framework of actions to prevent wildlife roadkill in Misiones, speed totems were installed in the area of the Iguazú National Park. Because roadkill on roads is the main cause of wildlife loss: it is estimated that more than...

The fundamental role of Magellanic penguins in the ecological balance of Chubut

On the extensive and arid coast of **Chubut**, among shrubs and rugged rocks, resides one of the most important **Magellanic penguin colonies** in the world. These southern inhabitants have developed a unique bond with their environment, defying the limits of...

Outrageous: Parrots were being painted with chemicals to sell them as exotic birds

Wildlife trafficking is the fourth largest illegal trade in the world. Recently, an unusual case was detected in the province of Buenos Aires, where parrots were painted with chemicals to be sold as exotic birds. The case was discovered when...

Wildlife Trafficking: The Environmental, Economic, and Social Consequences of the Crime

The illegal wildlife trafficking generates between 15 and 20 billion dollars annually. It is the fourth largest illegal trade in the world, and therefore, the consequences in broad sectors are devastating. In the latest edition of the World Wildlife Crime...

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Santa Catalina is a Provincial Natural Reserve: the most important green lung in the southern area of GBA.

In what was a historic day in the Province of Buenos Aires, the Santa Catalina Provincial Nature Reserve was...