Nature and Biodiversity
African apes could lose 90% of their habitat by 2050, according to a new report
A new study published in Diversity and Distributions provides a best and worst-case scenario for African ape habitats over the next 30 years.
Olivia is a freelance reporter for EcoWatch.
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Study: Plastic pollution raises beach temperatures, threatening marine life
Plastic pollution is pilling up, creating an insulation layer that raises the temperature to a point where it is likely unsuitable for most marine animals.
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How much of Earth is currently protected?
The Protected Planet Report has stated that at least 17% of land environments are protected as of 2020, but more needs to be done to protect 30% by 2030.
Nature and Biodiversity
Map of African forests shows areas most vulnerable to climate crisis
Researchers have highlighted 10 types of forests in Africa based on certain factors to help conservationists protect those more vulnerable to climate change.
Nature and Biodiversity
Scientists have developed truly biodegradable plastics
Since the 1950s, only 600 million metric tons of plastic have been recycled, compared to the 4.9 billion metric tons in landfill. But here's a solution.
Nature and Biodiversity
First-of-its kind study offers blueprint for ocean protection
26 researchers determined which areas of the ocean should be protected in order to preserve biodiversity, restore fisheries and reduce climate change.
Nature and Biodiversity
This is how to save the world's forgotten freshwater fish
A report created by 16 conversation groups called 'The World's Forgotten Fishes' has outlined a six-point plan to save freshwater fish from extinction.
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First-ever aerial map of Hawaii’s coral creates groundbreaking conservation tool
An airbourne lab has created maps of Hawaii's coral reefs in never-before-seen detail, helping researchers understand more about the risks they face.
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Ozone hole over Antarctica is one of the biggest in 15 years
According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) the ozone hole over Antarctica is one of the largest and deepest in the past 15 years.
Nature and Biodiversity
Humans destroyed an ecosystem the size of Mexico in just 13 years
Between the years 2000 and 2013, 1.9 million square kilometers of undisturbed ecosystems have been lost, according to a study.
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The latest potential breast cancer breakthrough? Honeybees
A new study from Australia has shown that honeybee venom might be able to successfully kill cancer cells for patients suffering form breast cancer.
Nature and Biodiversity
Atlantic ocean holds 10x more plastic pollution than previously believed, new study finds
The amount of plastic in the ocean has been 'massively underestimated', according to a National Oceanography Centre study.
Nature and Biodiversity
Greenland's ice sheet has reached 'point of no return'
A study has found Greenland's ice sheet would continue to shrink even if surface melting decreased and global warming was stemmed. But that doesn't mean giving up.
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Polar Bears could be nearly gone by 2100, study finds
A new study has revealed that polar bears could be gone by as early as 2100, unless greenhouse gas emission are significantly reduced.
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This penguin colony has fallen by 77% on Antarctic islands
Climate change is taking a heavy toll on penguins as their habitat is melting away due to warming oceans and melting glaciers. One penguin colony has seen its population fall by 77%.