Indonesia is promoting “reuse” as a key solution to its plastic waste crisis, with civil society and the Ministry of Environment launching a “reuse road map” to mainstream practices like refilling and returning containers, aiming to shift focus from recycling to more sustainable waste prevention.

By Hans Nicholas Jong
https://news.mongabay.com/2025/04/indonesia-bets-on-reuse-to-curb-plastic-waste-and-build-a-circular-economy/

The eastern monarch butterfly population has nearly doubled, occupying 4.42 acres in central Mexico's forests this winter, up from 2.22 acres last year. While this is a positive development, the population remains below the long-term average.

Additionally, forest degradation in the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve's core zone decreased by 10%, indicating improved habitat conditions.

@goodnews

#GoodNews #MonarchButterfly #Conservation #Pollinators #Nature
https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/eastern-monarch-butterfly-population-nearly-doubles-in-2025

ICYMI: Every #spring, migratory #birds make incredible journeys from Central and #SouthAmerica to their breeding grounds in #NorthAmerica, navigating thousands of miles and countless hazards.

This Cornell Lab of #Ornithology visualization shows the pathways of 15 different species, highlighting how they navigate cities and landscapes. It also reminds us how small interventions like reducing nighttime lighting and making windows bird-visible can help protect these travelers.

Learn more: https://thekidshouldseethis.com/post/spring-bird-migration-a-cornell-lab-of-ornithology-data-visualization

What makes a wildlife corridor effective?

On April 11, 2025, at 2:30 am UTC, Mongabay’s webinar will feature a conversation on how these critical habitats support biodiversity, mitigate the impacts of human infrastructure, and connect fragmented ecosystems. We’ll also discuss the role of journalists in bringing these issues to the forefront.

https://mongabay.org/opportunity/register-for-mongabays-webinar-on-how-to-cover-wildlife-corridors-on-april-11/

#Naturebook challenge. A book per day, in no particular order, until you've shared ALL of the best nature, environment and conservation books. No explanations, no reviews, just covers!
#Books #Nature #Naturewriting #conservation #Permaculture #Organicgardening #naturebookchallenge #bookMastodon

https://www.europesays.com/uk/6758/ Solar panels and pristine forest: how one Amazon village is adapting to protect itself – in pictures | Global development #AmazonRainforest #Brazil #Conservation #Deforestation #Environment #GlobalDevelopment #IndigenousPeoples #Mining #Photography #Science #TreesAndForests #UK #UnitedKingdom

Every #spring, migratory #birds make incredible journeys from Central and #SouthAmerica to their breeding grounds in #NorthAmerica, navigating thousands of miles and countless hazards.

This Cornell Lab of #Ornithology visualization shows the pathways of 15 different species, highlighting how they navigate cities and landscapes. It also reminds us how small interventions like reducing nighttime lighting and making windows bird-visible can help protect these travelers.

Learn more: https://thekidshouldseethis.com/post/spring-bird-migration-a-cornell-lab-of-ornithology-data-visualization

‪ #EcolClips just hit 500 subscribers!

Huge thanks to everyone who's supported us and helped make this project happen!

And if you haven’t seen it yet, please check it out and spread the word if you like what we’re doing!

www.youtube.com/@EcolClips

Does anyone know of any Japanese #quail #conservation groups that I could donate to? I'd like to donate in Clara's honor. Boosts are appreciated. #japan

Fungi are among the planet's most important organisms, yet continue to be overlooked in conservation strategies

https://theconversation.com/fungi-are-among-the-planets-most-important-organisms-yet-theyre-overlooked-in-conservation-strategies-250483

"I came to understand that behind the struggle between bears and people in Lake Tahoe lay a deeper struggle between people and other people, over bears."

Jordan Fisher Smith for Alta: https://longreads.com/2025/04/09/the-battle-over-black-bears/

"AI scanning helps Scottish conservation project turn tide for flapper skate"

#UK #UnitedKingdom #Fish #Animals #Conservation

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/05/scotland-conservation-project-flapper-skate-ai-database

Oyé oyé ! Les gravelots sont de retour pour nicher sur les plages de l’hémisphère nord ! Faites attention où vous posez les pieds à la plage, il y a des œufs ! Et quand ils vont éclore, le poussin le plus mignon du monde apparaîtra !

#ornithologie #oiseau #gravelot #aquarelle #illustrationnaturaliste
#artanimalier #croquis #biodiversite #natureillustration
#birdart #birdlover #wildlife #wildlifeart #watercolor #illustration
#naturalist #charadrius #shorebird #protectiondelafaune
#oiseauxdesplages #nidification #conservation

Populations of the critically endangered Indochinese tigers in eastern Thailand’s forest reserves remained stable between 2018 and 2021, but a shortage of prey and the presence of highways prevented their expansion to promising habitat, a recent study has found.

By Carolyn Cowan
https://news.mongabay.com/short-article/2025/04/thailands-second-tiger-population-stable-but-barriers-to-expansion-persist/

There once was a mackerel so fine
Nearly fished to the end of the line
Experts now warn of the danger
From overfishing's anger
Let's protect these fish so divine

#GuardianLimerick #Fishing #Fish #Conservation #Environment #Food #Wildlife #Fish #Restaurants #Food #Animals #Norway #Iceland #Europe

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/09/mackerel-stocks-near-breaking-point-because-of-overfishing-say-experts

Mackerel stocks near breaking point because of overfishing, say experts | Fishing | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/09/mackerel-stocks-near-breaking-point-because-of-overfishing-say-experts

Splash Into Spring With Our #RainBarrel Fundraiser!

Looking for an easy way to conserve water, reduce runoff, and save on your water bill? Join the Calgary Climate Hub’s Rain Barrel Fundraiser and make a difference!

Details HERE rainbarrel.ca/calgaryclimatehub

'Extinction is forever but it is mostly ho-hum for the rulers of our age of materialism.' Bob Brown on biodiversity extinction https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/09/its-up-to-each-of-us-to-help-save-life-on-earth-i-love-this-challenge #auslaw #auspol #biodiversity #conservation #extinction

American-Canadian environmental activist Paul Watson, a leading figure in the defense of whales, is now free to travel abroad after Interpol suspended his arrest request from Japan, the NGO Sea Shepherd France announced Tuesday. Speaking on FRANCE 24, Paul Watson says that Interpol has been weaponized by many countries to go after whistleblowers, activists and dissidents.
#SeaShepherd #whaling #Interpol #conservation #environment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3wuDefxiIA