Environment– This is a unique event. That Sweden actively regains a regionally extinct species, that is very unusual! says project manager Linnéa Jägrud.
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Warmer climate not the reason for shrinking birds
EnvironmentWhy hundreds of bird species have shrunk in recent decades is "one of the great mysteries of our time", scientists say.
Scientists regrow ‘extinct’ prehistoric tree
EnvironmentOnce thought to be extinct for many millions of years, the wool imitation is now growing in Australia.
First-ever footage of newborn great white shark
EnvironmentWhat is believed to be a newborn great white shark pup has been captured on film for the first time off the coast of California.
Study: Wind turbines affect wildlife
EnvironmentNearly 70% of animal species migrate away from wind farm areas, according to Finnish research.
Wolf spotted on the outskirts of Stockholm
Environment"It looked majestic", said one of the witnesses.
Record number of wildlife accidents in Sweden 2023
EnvironmentNearly 70,000 accidents on Swedish roads last year.
Electric buses stand still due to cold weather
EnvironmentEfforts to promote 'sustainable public transport' stalled when the cold weather arrived.
Rural residents show strong support for predators
EnvironmentIn Sweden, nearly seven out of ten rural residents support the continued protection of wolves and other large carnivores.
The “Robin Hood tree” could make it
EnvironmentThe famous American Sycamore Gap Tree was illegally chainsawed in September.
High PFAS levels in Swedish fish
EnvironmentThe Swedish Society for Nature Conservation wants the Swedish National Food Agency to update its dietary advice for children.
Cat rescued with the help of its dog friend
EnvironmentThe dog led the owner to a mine shaft where Mowgli the cat had fallen down.
Swedish otter nears red list removal amid recovery
EnvironmentThe population has increased - but there are still some concerns about the lovable mustelid.
American Ornithological Society to change ‘racist’ bird names
EnvironmentTo "create a more inclusive environment for birdwatchers".
Europeans choose animal welfare over “climate concerns”
Environment"The kinder one is with the animals, the greater the climate impact per kilo of meat", according to professor Peter Sandøe.
Experts: Nearly all Europeans breathe unhealthy air
Environment98% of Europeans live in areas where air pollution exceeds WHO guidelines.
Wildcats reintroduced into Scottish nature
EnvironmentSwedish zoo Nordens Ark has been involved in a conservation project where 19 wild cats were released during the summer.
Endangered Arctic fox is on the rise in Finland
FinlandDuring this summer, a total of 25 newborn Arctic fox pups have been discovered.
Abandoned leisure boats a growing environmental issue
EnvironmentSeveral hundred thousand abandoned boats around Sweden, according to the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management.
Swedish government proposes financial aid to help close mink farms
EnvironmentThe government proposes 180 million in aid to phase out mink farming for fur production.
Help keep Sweden clean this weekend
EnvironmentOver a hundred thousand Swedes have signed up for "All Sweden Picks Litter", which is organized on Saturday.
Tockarp farm receives honorary mention for work with cows and calves
EnvironmentThe Swedish farm allows cows to be with their calves for several weeks after birth, something that is very uncommon today.
Bluefin tuna return to Swedish waters
EnvironmentHave been absent from Swedish waters since the 1960s.
Researchers discover subsea ecosystems
EnvironmentA variety of previously unknown species of squid, snails and bacteria have been found in what are known as hydrothermal vents.