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Saola still a mystery 20 years after its spectacular debut
Two decades after the sensational discovery of a new ungulate species called the Saola (Pseudoryx nghetinhensis), this rare animal remains as mysterious and elusive as ever. The Saola Working Group (SWG) of the IUCN Species Survival Commission, WWF and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) warn that the species is sliding towards extinction because of intensive hunting pressure and poor reserve management. …
21 May 2012 | News story
IUCN bat expert wins prestigious conservation award
Many congratulations to Rodrigo Medellín, co-chair of the IUCN SSC Bat Specialist Group, who has been awarded the 2012 Whitely Gold Award, donated by The Friends of Whitley Fund for Nature, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to conservation. …
11 May 2012 | News story
IUCN teams up with America’s Cup to protect the world’s oceans
IUCN is working with the prestigious America’s Cup sailing event to encourage the world to rediscover our oceans and make greater efforts to protect them. …
27 Apr 2012 | News story
Top global platform on biodiversity and its benefits established
After several years of international negotiations, the final operational design of the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) was agreed upon during the Second Plenary Session to build IPBES held in Panama City, Panama, from 16-21 April 2012. …
24 Apr 2012 | News story
IUCN Director General Calls for Women’s Access to Energy at the EU Sustainable Energy for All Summit
IUCN Director General Julia Marton-Lefèvre called for education and career opportunities for women in the energy sector during the “EU Sustainable Energy for All Summit”, which brought together high-profile speakers including European Commission’s President José Manuel Barroso and United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. …
23 Apr 2012 | News story
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Celebrating Earth Day
Spring has sprung, flowers are blooming, and the time has come to celebrate our planet. April 22 marked the annual date of Earth Day, and this year Julia Marton-Lefèvre, Director General of IUCN spoke about energy issues and the importance of nature-based solutions on Washington, D.C.’s National Mall. …
22 Apr 2012 | News story
Former IUCN Vice-President becomes leader of Australian Green Party
IUCN welcomes the election of Christine Milne as leader of the Greens, one of the most popular political parties in Australia. …
16 Apr 2012 | News story
España se prepara para el V Congreso Mundial de la Naturaleza
El Comité español de UICN (CeUICN) y sus miembros debaten las principales problemáticas ambientales que plantearán durante encuentro mundial de septiembre en Jeju, Corea del Sur …
12 Apr 2012 | News story
Europe’s sacred lands – a secret in need
‘The Diversity of Sacred Lands in Europe’, provides a unique insight into Europe’s often forgotten sacred natural sites. It looks into their history, importance and the threats they currently face. The book is a must-read for managers of European protected areas and landscapes and those interested in the religious and cultural aspects of European natural sites. Published by IUCN and Metsähallitus Natural Heritage Services of Finland, the book is part of a series issued by The Delos Initiative of IUCN’s World Commission on Protected Areas. …
04 Apr 2012 | News story
Congress Forum just a few clicks away
Enhance your experience of the Forum and visit the dedicated web-spaces, which have been specifically designed to give easy access to important information surrounding the event. … | French | Spanish
01 Apr 2012 | News story
