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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-11-13 02:46
People - Ryan Knutson, The Journal podcast co-host, interviewed Dr Jane Goodall before she died [1] - Ryan Knutson witnessed Dr Jane Goodall's legacy at her funeral [1] Others - The report references Dr Jane Goodall's obituary [1]
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The Economist· 2025-10-25 13:40
The world has to find a way to make conservation pay https://t.co/Rq4lmzV3M1 ...
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The Economist· 2025-10-12 17:00
To Jane Goodall, everything was connected, animals, people and land; to protect her precious chimpanzees, or any other species, the land and its people also had to be saved. Our obituary https://t.co/G83eXM5kUvPhoto: Bridgeman Images https://t.co/VWXeR5LBRR ...
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The Economist· 2025-10-09 17:50
Conservation & Ecology - Everything is interconnected: animals, people, and land [1] - Protecting chimpanzees requires saving the land and its people [1]
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The Economist· 2025-10-02 17:25
Wildlife Conservation - The article discusses the conflict between farmers and conservationists regarding the canis lupus (wolf) [1] - Canis lupus is losing in the battle between farmers and conservationists [1]
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CNN Breaking News· 2025-10-01 18:33
Key Figure - Jane Goodall, a conservationist, passed away at 91 [1] Industry Impact - Goodall revolutionized the study of primates [1] - Goodall broke barriers for women in conservation [1]
The Stories Birds Tell | Berta Martirosyan | TEDxYerevanSalon
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-08 14:49
Biodiversity & Conservation - The field highlights the importance of documenting and exploring Armenia's biodiversity, which is often overlooked [1] - The field emphasizes that attention to detail in nature can reveal hidden stories and challenge scientific assumptions [1] - The field promotes wildlife conservation through photography and birdwatching tours [1] Career & Education - Berta Martirosyan holds a Master's degree in Biology and a degree in Interior Design [1] - Berta Martirosyan is the author of the first comprehensive book on the birds of Armenia [1] Research & Publication - Berta Martirosyan actively contributes to avian research and conservation programs in Armenia [1] - Berta Martirosyan's findings are published in peer-reviewed journals [1] Recognition & Outreach - Berta Martirosyan's work has been featured in over twenty group exhibitions worldwide [1]
Where have All the Turtles Gone? | Hanson Chen & Hao Ran Yee | TEDxPOWIIS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-16 15:52
Environmental Impact & Conservation - Sea turtles play a vital role in maintaining healthy seagrass beds and coral reefs within the ocean ecosystem [2] - Coastal development, including infrastructure like hotels and houses near beaches, disturbs sea turtle nesting processes [3] - Climate change, exemplified by the construction of sea walls, can impede turtles from reaching nesting beaches [4] - Pollution, specifically plastic mistaken for jellyfish and chemical runoff, poses a significant threat to sea turtles [5] - A disease causing tumors impacts sea turtles' ability to swim, see, and eat, affecting populations globally [5] - Conservation efforts, such as protecting nests, reducing plastic usage, and supporting conservation groups, are crucial for sea turtle survival [6] Population Trends & Challenges - Sea turtle populations are declining rapidly due to pollution, poaching, coastal development, and climate change [6] - Data collection on sea turtle populations was limited between 2020 and 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic [3] - Sea turtles require specific nesting environments: soft sandy beaches, warm temperatures, low light, and clean surroundings [4] - Despite challenges, Pinang remains an important nesting site for sea turtles, highlighting the need for continued conservation efforts [2][6]
Walking with the Gorillas | Dr. GLADYS KALEMA-ZIKUSOKA | TEDxKigali
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-08 16:07
Conservation & Public Health - The speaker has been working with mountain gorillas for 30 years, highlighting long-term dedication to gorilla conservation [1] - Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) celebrated 20 years of conservation through public health two years ago [1] - The speaker realized that protecting gorillas requires improving the health of their human neighbors [2] - The "one health" approach to conservation is essential for biodiversity conservation and climate action [3] - Mountain gorillas share 984% genetic material with humans, emphasizing their close relationship [14] - Gorilla tourism supports conservation efforts [16] Community Engagement & Empowerment - Health education workshops were set up for local communities to address scabies transmission to gorillas [22] - Village health teams promote conservation education and community-based healthcare [30][31] - Family planning is promoted, with injections given to women at home, becoming a national policy [32] - Village saving and loan associations and livestock projects support communities [35] - Over 430 volunteers reach over 50,000 people in 10,000 homes around the national park [34] Sustainable Solutions & Economic Impact - A global coffee brand was developed to support coffee farmers and save gorillas, with a donation from every bag sold supporting community health and gorilla conservation efforts [36][38] - Gorilla tourism brought tourism back to Uganda and has helped to increase gorilla numbers [39] - Tourists are encouraged to support community members to reduce poaching [44] Threats & Challenges - During COVID-19, the risk of disease transmission to gorillas increased, necessitating mask-wearing [41][42] - A gorilla was lost during the pandemic due to poaching, highlighting the communities' over-dependence on tourism [42]
Achórate por el mono choro de cola amarilla | Fanny Cornejo | TEDxTukuy
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-24 15:29
Conservation Status & Threats - The yellow-tailed woolly monkey is critically endangered, one step away from complete extinction, due to the loss of over 80% of its cloud forest habitat in northern and central Peru [9][10] - Deforestation, often driven by unsustainable agricultural practices like coffee cultivation, poses a significant threat to the monkey's habitat, with the equivalent of over 50 soccer fields of cloud forest being lost daily [23][37] - The current population of yellow-tailed woolly monkeys is estimated to be less than 5,000 individuals, while there are 10 million coins in circulation featuring the monkey, highlighting the disparity between awareness and actual conservation [20][30] Conservation Efforts & Initiatives - Yunkawasi, founded in 2007, focuses on nature conservation and the well-being of local populations, working with communities to protect forests and promote sustainable development [15][16] - Community-based conservation efforts, such as the Corosha peasant community protecting 20% of their territory (equivalent to around 2,000 soccer fields), demonstrate the potential for local action [16][17] - The "Aliado por la Conservación" seal guarantees that products come from the conservation of nature and protected natural areas, promoting responsible consumption [24][25] - The Peruvian government enacted Law 32100, the "Law of the Yellow-tailed Woolly Monkey," which outlines specific actions for its conservation and designates the first week of May for celebration and awareness [31][32] Call to Action & Future Needs - The "Achórate por el mono choro de cola amarilla" campaign aims to raise awareness and generate a social movement to demand change and promote responsible consumption [26][27] - There is a need to scale up conservation efforts, as current initiatives impact less than one-fifth of the monkey's forest habitat [32][33] - Individuals can contribute by making informed purchasing decisions, supporting organizations, donating time and talent, and sponsoring conservation initiatives [34][35][36]