Protecting whales from collisions with ships is an urgent problem that requires innovative solutions and global collaboration. Recent studies demonstrate high risk and what preventive measures can be 92% of global navigation routes overlap with cetacean habitats The collisions between ships and whales represent one of the main threats for the survival of cetaceans. A … Read more
In Viagrande, at the foot of Etna, reopens The house of butterfliesA tropical oasis where splendid specimens of lepidoptera find refuge that come from every corner of the planet. This year, the exhibition itinerary is enriched with an in -depth analysis of the silk and its ancient processing in Sicily A refuge for wings and … Read more
The project allowed the restoration of 205 thousand square meters of habitat at risk in Piedmont and Lombardy, with important benefits for local biodiversity. The final event took place on February 20, 2025 at the Kosmos Museum in Pavia, with important results and testimonies at the work done Life Drylands Party: a project for the … Read more
The forest, environmental and agri -food unit command of the carabinieri participated in Biospace25, the first international conference on satellite remoteness of biodiversity organized by ESA. During the event, the forest carabinieri presented the Italian case, underlining the role of the national forestry inventory in the sustainable management of the territory Biospace25: an event dedicated … Read more
On 8 and 9 March, the Veneto Region authorized a race of hunting dogs in twenty -four municipalities in the province of Treviso. Although the killing of hares is not expected, the event threatens puppies and breastfeeding mothers. Lav presented an urgent warning, denouncing the risks for wildlife A cruel competition that threatens wildlife: harsh … Read more
The project “Guardians and territory” He developed guidelines for territorial planning in the community of Altofonte, in the province of Palermo, aimed at preventing forest fires. In collaboration with local and academic authorities, the guidelines offer practical and participatory solutions for the sustainable management of the territory The aim of the project The project “Guardians … Read more
On the occasion of the world day of wetlands, two events organized by environmental associations celebrated the importance of Porta di Porta And the area of Ronchi-PoveromoIn Tuscany, fundamental places for biodiversity and environmental protection Lake Porta: an abandoned area evolution to a protected natural reserve Versilia, the Porta di Porta It is one of … Read more
SEBASTIAN COLNAGHI, KNOWN ENVIRONMENTALIST DEDICATED TO THE SAFEGUARDING OF BIODIVERSITY, HAS SAVED SIX SPECIMENS OF COMMON TOAD REMAINED BLOCKED IN A WATER OUTLET FOR IRRIGATION OF THE FIELDS. THE TOAD IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE BALANCE OF THE ECOSYSTEM BECAUSE IT CONTRIBUTES TO THE NATURAL CONTROL OF INSECTS, INCLUDING MANY HARMFUL TO CROPS AND HUMAN HEALTH … Read more
THE WOLF IS AN ESSENTIAL FIGURE FOR THE BALANCE OF EUROPEAN ECOSYSTEMS, A NATURAL “BIO-REGULATOR” ABLE TO MAINTAIN BIODIVERSITY AND PREVENT IMBALANCES IN WILDLIFE. HOWEVER, THE EUROPEAN UNION’S RECENT DECISION TO REDUCE ITS LEGAL PROTECTION HAS TRIGGERED A HEAVY DEBATE ON THE FUTURE OF EUROPEAN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES, WHICH ALSO INVOLVES SCIENCE AND ETHICS An appeal … Read more
THE YEAR 2024 CLOSE WITH A NEGATIVE BUDGET FOR THE PLANET. INCREASINGLY EXTREME CLIMATE EVENTS, THE DECLINE OF BIODIVERSITY AND THE KILLING OF ANIMAL SPECIES HAVE DEFINITELY CONTRIBUTED TO THIS BUDGET. BUT LUCKNOWLY THERE IS NOT ONLY BAD NEWS. NEW NATURALIST DISCOVERIES AND PROGRESS IN SOME SUSTAINABILITY AREAS ARE UNDOUBTEDLY POSITIVE SIGNS. WWF ANALYSIS A … Read more