Three recent criminal acts at the Dallas Zoo have alarmed officials, including the theft of two emperor tamarins that were later recovered. And it’s not the only zoo under threat. Photograph taken in Manu National Park, Peru by Charlie Hamilton Jameshttps://on.natgeo.com/3wSttlo https://t.co/rniIdofn7Q
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"I'll just be over here supplying clean water, protecting everyone from storms, and being amazing." - a wetland Did you know wetlands are home to over one-third of America’s threatened and endangered species? It's true, and their importance is immeasurable! #ESA50 https://t.co/AE9ra4k5W8
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It’s World Wetlands Day! Wetlands support people, wildlife and communities in many ways: ✅ A source of clean water ✅ Nursery for fishes, wildlife and plants ✅ Protection from powerful storms ✅ Recreational opportunities Photo at the Blanca Wetlands by Patrick Meyers https://t.co/nrcfL630Ud
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I am really looking forwards to the start of the butterfly season. Green Hairstreaks will be one of the first spring arrivals. If you have never seen one, you really should put that right this year. https://t.co/YIqCSQbhwd
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Millipedes are generally solitary creatures, but sometimes they stick together https://t.co/VJJy3qqAAM
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🛑 Keep your distance from the porcupine ray! These prickly rays are covered in thorns and sharp scales, called denticles, helping to protect these rays from predators. Learn more: https://t.co/MRl6MeALbJ https://t.co/VAabYjgGvv
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As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, we are reminded of the importance that healthy wetlands play for imperiled species. We work with a range of partners to protect important wetland habitats across the United States. https://t.co/RpNbox2DWJ #ESA50
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Wetlands are one of our most threatened ecosystems. The world took a major step towards officially protecting them this year with the Global Biodiversity Framework, but we need to continue the march toward implementing critical commitments: https://t.co/jcBdDNuysP. https://t.co/Bkhe2Q4S0w
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Celebrated writer Salman Rushdie reminds us that the wonder of India’s iconic Taj Mahal transcends time—and tourist hordes https://t.co/UPKDrPwwLQ
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Our rainforests have been destroyed and now cover only 1% of Britain! Working with @Avivaplc, The Wildlife Trusts are kickstarting a project to restore these stunning habitats. 🌳 https://t.co/XprL0QvC79 https://t.co/s1AIeRnHrV
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Photo of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in Massachusetts by Sylvia Zarco.
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Pollinator declines linked to half million early human deaths annually: Study https://t.co/0CQB31WF8J
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