EnvironmentThe population has doubled in the last 20 years.
Environment
The Baltic Sea is getting better – and worse
EnvironmentMore oxygen in the Gulf of Finland than in the last five years - but the area without oxygen continues to grow.
Light pollution affects coral reefs
EnvironmentMan-made artificial light makes coral reefs more dangerous for prey fish.
Florida governor supports ban on weather manipulation
Environment"People got a lot of kooky ideas that they can get in and put things in the atmosphere to block the sun and save us from climate change", says Ron DeSantis.
Record-low wolf numbers in Sweden raises suspicions of illegal hunting
Environment"I don't understand why it is so difficult to call a spade a spade. Why don't authorities and politicians dare to speak plainly about illegal hunting?" asks the President of the Swedish Predators' Association.
High levels of heavy metals and environmental toxins in Swedish hedgehogs
EnvironmentResearchers at Lund University express concern about high rates of pollutants.
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Cougars adapt their circadian rhythm to cope with human presence
EnvironmentCougars in densely populated areas adapted by becoming more nocturnal, a US study shows.
World’s oldest shrub found in Finland
EnvironmentBelieved to have lived for an astounding 1,647 years.
Poorer air quality in Finland and Sweden
EnvironmentIn Finland, the highest levels of microparticles in the past ten years have been recorded.
Nanoplastics spread to remote mountain peaks
EnvironmentFound at over 3100 meters altitude in the Alps.
Elephant uses hose for shower – surprises researchers
EnvironmentMary the elephant is said to have learned the advanced showering technique all by herself.
Planetary alignment – six planets to appear together in night sky
EnvironmentAt least four of the planets will soon be visible to the naked eye.
Pepparholm: “The Nordic region’s largest biological laboratory”
EnvironmentThe rich wildlife on the artificial island in Öresund continues to fascinate researchers.
Wildlife bridges – a Swedish environmental success story
EnvironmentNew wildlife bridges effectively reduce wildlife accidents on Swedish roads, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
Carnivorous squirrels discovered
Environment“This was shocking... We had never seen this behavior before", notes biologist Jennifer E. Smith.
Swedish mother wanted radiation-free meters – Vattenfall responded with forced installation
SwedenDisturbing images as the electricity giant sent a patrol of eight people with guards to a single mother in the countryside with radiation problems.
WWF on stalled plastic pollution treaty: “Major failure”
EnvironmentThe failure of UN countries to agree on a binding treaty to stop plastic pollution is “a major failure” according to WWF.
Antidepressants may harm fish
EnvironmentExposure to the drug reduced the fishes' sperm motility and altered their behavior.
Devastating developments for Africa’s elephants
EnvironmentAccording to researchers, almost 80% of large animals have disappeared since the 1960s.
New UN body to protect the interests of indigenous peoples
EnvironmentThe advisory body will represent the views and ideas of indigenous peoples on nature protection and conservation efforts.
Plastic waste on beaches can now be detected from space
Environment“This is incredibly exciting, as up to now we have not had a tool for detecting plastics in coastal environments from space”, says researcher Mariela Soto-Berelov.
Swedish energy giant’s wind project threatens Scotland’s endangered wildcat
EnvironmentVattenfall is facing fierce criticism over its investment in wind turbines in a Scottish forest.
Karl Hedin: “The forestry giants are pushing to shoot more moose”
EnvironmentThe forestry entrepreneur believes the damage caused by moose is exaggerated in order to reduce the population and exploit the forest.
Swedish government to dramatically reduce wolf population
EnvironmentOut of "consideration for people living and working in the vicinity of the wolf", the current wolf population of 375 animals will be reduced to just 170.
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