Outlander actor Steven Cree opens bear sanctuary in Armenia; three rescued Syrian brown bears move from filthy cages to spacious habitats

Outlander actor Steven Cree opens bear sanctuary in Armenia; three rescued Syrian brown bears move from filthy cages to spacious habitats

Outlander actor Steven Cree has opened the first phase of a new bear sanctuary in Armenia, giving rescued Syrian brown bears larger and more enriched habitats. Three bears, Aram, Nairi and Lola, have already moved into the sanctuary after being rescued from filthy cages at a Yerevan backyard in 2025. Developed by International Animal Rescue … Read more

California acquired 640 acres near Pioneertown for western Joshua tree conservation; climate projections rank it among Southern California’s best future habitats, with tribal co-management now being planned

California acquired 640 acres near Pioneertown for western Joshua tree conservation; climate projections rank it among Southern California's best future habitats, with tribal co-management now being planned

California state officials have completed the purchase of 640 acres of desert land near Pioneertown, securing a large area that researchers say is highly likely to remain suitable for western Joshua trees as the climate changes. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) completed the purchase on August 24, 2026. The land is northwest … Read more

In 2001, Denmark began turning 19 km of straightened River Skjern into 26 km of bends; researchers later found some lost habitats may take centuries to return

In 2001, Denmark began turning 19 km of straightened River Skjern into 26 km of bends; researchers later found some lost habitats may take centuries to return

In 2001, Denmark began restoring 19 km of the straightened River Skjern by turning it into 26 km of winding river. Researchers later found that some of the habitats lost during decades of river engineering could take centuries to return. The large civil engineering project along the lower River Skjern in West Jutland aimed to … Read more