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The new 'Big 5' are the animals we need to protect, not harm, the most

Five new species have been named as the new 'Big 5' by a team of photographers and conservationists, who are reclaiming the term from trophy hunters.

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How luxury floating houses are regenerating coral reefs in Dubai

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Is ocean acidification driving ecosystems to unknown territories?

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As ocean acidification presses on, marine life faces an uncertain future

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Environmental restoration of Lake Karla revives Greek wildlife and locals

The environmental restoration of Lake Karla in Greece's Thessaly plain is recreating an ancient ecosystem, and reviving wildlife and local communities

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Hippos play a key role in maintaining ecosystems... with their poop

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Feeling good: positive stories from the week

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Bolivia

70 thousand baby turtles released into Bolivian rivers

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Kenya to adopt space technology for wildlife and ecosystems conservation

Kenyan policy makers and experts are rooting for the use of space technology to enhance wildlife and ecosystems management in the country.

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