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🌎 Breaking News from #COP29 📢 Nearly HALF of the world’s reef-building coral species are at risk of extinction 🪸 Today, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ revealed that 4️⃣4️⃣ % of reef-building corals globally are now #threatened 🔍 Key Figures: 🔹 892 warm-water reef-building coral species were reassessed, and nearly half are now threatened. 📉 🔹 In 2008, only one-third of these corals were identified as threatened. Why This Matters: 🔹#coralreefs support an estimated 25% of all marine life. 🐟🦀🐢 🔹They occur in over 🔟0️⃣ countries, territories and local economies, and are one of the most #threatened ecosystems in the world, despite their immense value to the one billion people (13% of the global population) that depend on them for their livelihoods, food security, and coastal protection.  🏝️🌪️💼 🔹Climate change, pollution, and human activities are accelerating their decline. 🔥🛢️🚫 🌡️ Rising ocean temperatures, 🌪️ extreme weather, and 🌍 human impact have pushed these ecosystems to a tipping point. The time to act #ForCoral is now. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eSkNck74 The Global Coral Assessment was led by the IUCN SSC Coral Specialist Group, working with fellow Red List Partners including ICRI member Arizona State University and Senckenberg, as well as the Marine Biodiversity Assessment Unit at Old Dominion University and ICRI member CORDIO East Africa. Over 160 experts from around the world have been involved in the Global Coral Assessment over the past decade. ICRI member the MSC Foundation provided support that made this Global Coral Assessment possible. Funding was also provided by National Geographic and Eurofins, and co-funding from the partners – CORDIO East Africa, Arizona State University, Zoological Society of London (ZSL) among others.

Can we restore 20% of Europe's degraded land and sea in just six short years? 🤔 It's a monumental challenge but we can do it – one ecosystem at a time. 🪸 The Endangered Landscapes & Seascapes Programme has helped to preserve over 250,000 hectares of land and sea, and supported projects which have protected over 100 threatened species. “We’ve realised that nature can restore itself,” says Nancy Ockendon, Science Manager for the Programme. “For animals and plants to be resilient to climate change, they need open, diverse space. Thinking at landscape and seascape scales meets a lot of these needs.” Across 14 restoration landscapes, these projects are bringing back nature on a massive scale. From deltas in the Danube to Portuguese valleys, the Programme is allowing nature-based, community-led methods to revive the natural world. Be inspired by the reintroduction of wild horses in Spain, and the revival of seagrass meadows in the English channel: https://lnkd.in/dUFHDM-X The Endangered Landscapes and Seascapes Programme is managed by the Cambridge Conservation Initiative, a partnership between the University of Cambridge and ten of the world’s leading international biodiversity conservation organisations. The Programme was established and continues to be funded by Arcadia, a charitable fund of Lisbet Rausing and Peter Baldwin. #CambridgeForOurPlanet #CambridgeResearch #UniversityOfCambridge

For the past 17 years, Nonsuch Expeditions has supported and showcased the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) conservation efforts on and around Nonsuch Island, Bermuda. Their work with the critically endangered Bermuda Petrel, or Cahow, is especially remarkable. Once thought extinct for over 330 years, the Cahow was rediscovered in the 1950s with just 17 pairs. Thanks to Dr David Wingate and Jeremy Madeiros, the population has grown to 165 pairs. Today, with support from the MBZF and Dolphin Energy, The Nonsuch Expeditions founder Jean-Pierre Rouja works directly with Warden Jeremy Madeiros to safeguard this unique species. His CahowCam project lets people worldwide watch Cahow nesting activities via livestreaming cameras in underground burrows. This initiative not only educates the public but also enhances scientific understanding through continuous observation and data collection. The grant will also support the first phase of a pilot genomics population study with NGO partner BioQuest. Read this article to learn more about these vital conservation efforts to protect Bermuda’s Cahow and its unique biodiversity! - https://lnkd.in/duWKXP3m #MBZFund #nonsuchexpeditions #dolphinenergy #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Bermuda #techforgood #oceantech #oceanconservation #cahowcam

Exploring the biodiversity of Limpopo with Nicolene from Enviroworks - where ecological assessments meet conservation efforts. 🌿 Limpopo boasts remarkable biodiversity. Its landscape ranges from savannahs to forests, fostering a rich array of flora and fauna. The region is home to iconic species like the African elephant, lion, and rhinoceros, as well as diverse birdlife including raptors and migratory species. Limpopo's numerous nature reserves and national parks, such as Kruger National Park and Mapungubwe National Park, protect this natural heritage. However, the area also faces challenges such as habitat loss and poaching, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts to safeguard Limpopo's unique biodiversity for future generations. enviroworks.co.za #enviroworks #ecology #Limpopo

Peru approved the creation of the Grau Tropical Sea National Reserve after a decade of negotiations. The reserve covers a biodiverse area off the northern coastline, recognized for its rich marine biodiversity. However, Peru still faces challenges in reaching international conservation goals for its marine habitats. https://lnkd.in/eVq_YV3C

📣 The Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) has improved from Endangered to Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™, thanks to dedicated conservation efforts. From just 62 mature individuals in 2001 to over 2,000 today, this is a triumph for biodiversity! “As the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species celebrates its 60th anniversary, its importance cannot be overstated as the most complete source of information on the state of the world’s biodiversity. It is an essential tool that measures progress towards halting nature loss and achieving the 2030 global biodiversity goals. The improvement in the Red List status of the Iberian lynx shows that successful conservation works for wildlife and communities alike,” said Dr Grethel Aguilar, IUCN Director General. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KSz2am #IberianLynx #IUCNRedList #ConservationWorks #SaveSpecies #ActForSpecies #Biodiversity #ForNature #SpeciesConservation #ForSpecies #IUCN #OneNautreOneFuture #AssessPlanAct #ConservationOptimism

Reverse the Red is a global movement to ensure the survival of wild species! Here at Penguins International we are celebrating global cooperation and partnerships between penguin conservation organizations taking action for endangered penguin species. Reverse the Red is launching a virtual World Species Congress on May 15, 2024 to highlight species pledges through the Global Biodiversity Framework. The goal is to reverse declines and recover species populations in which we know include the endangered African Penguins, Galapagos Penguins, Erect-Crested Penguins, Northern Rockhopper Penguins, and Yellow-Eyed Penguins. Saving animals from extinction is a global effort and together we can reverse their decline. Reverse the Red Association of Zoos and Aquariums World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA)Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) #AfricanPenguinSAFE #ReverseTheRedDay

"Imagine a world where we can uncover hidden biodiversity without disturbing nature! The world of Environmental DNA (eDNA) is revolutionizing conservation, allowing us a glimpse into ecosystems and protecting vulnerable species, all while preserving their homes. Let’s embrace this non-invasive tool to safeguard our planet's precious wildlife for generations to come.” #eDNA #SpeciesSustainability #WildlifeConservation #PH #ConservationGenetics #ClimateChangeMitigation #EnvironmentalHealth #SpeciesSurvival #EcologicalStudy #ConservationBiology

☀ Teeming with nearly 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity, the Osa Peninsula of #CostaRica is one of the #Hawksbill sea turtle’s most important nesting sites in the #Pacific region of Central America. Hawksbill #seaturtles play an important role in maintaining healthy marine and coastal #ecosystems. Unfortunately, illegal human activities and #climatechange are damaging the Hawksbills’ #habitat, compromising their ability to eat and reproduce. Currently, the @iucnssc classifies the Hawksbill sea #turtle as critically #endangered. 🐢 🐚 Our initiative, Ancestral Tides, seeks to conserve coastal ecosystems and endangered species such as the Hawksbill #seaturtle, while revitalizing associated biocultural traditions. By linking community-led conservation efforts across Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, and Mexico, we are working to build regional solidarity in coastal conservation and facilitate cultural dialogues. 🌴 💚 We are grateful for the #indigenous and local communities with whom we have the privilege of working. Their knowledge is key to #conservation, and to a brighter future for our planet. 🏝 ⏩ To learn more, check out our Ancestral Tides page on our website: https://lnkd.in/ePPAGHJB 📸: Manuel Sánchez Mendoza #RecoverKeySpecies #rainforest #savetheamazon #amazonia #indigenousrights #indigenousland #indigenousrights #traditionalknowledge #climatechange #sustainability #hawksbillseaturle #savetheturtles #endangeredspecies

Expansion of sub-Antarctic MPAs can contribute to long-term protection & functionality for this unique ecosystem & wider Southern Ocean & migratory species biodiversity. Programmes to monitor key biodiversity areas within the region & their responses will be important into the future. #HighSeas #marineconnectivity