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Octopuses: The Unique Architects of Ocean Life
20 Mar, 2025 03:33 PM
There are many creatures in the ocean with a variety of species; most are fascinating, but few are as strange and amazing as the octopus. With their ability to change color, flexible bodies and remarkable intelligence, octopi almost seem like something ou
There are many creatures in the ocean with a variety of species; most are fascinating, but few are as strange and amazing as the octopus. With their ability to change color, flexible bodies and remarkable intelligence, octopi almost seem like something ou
Inaugural World Day for Glaciers Set for March 21
19 Mar, 2025 03:44 PM
The first ever World Glaciers Day is set to take place on March 21, 2025. The day, declared by the United Nations, aims to raise awareness about the essential role of glaciers in the ecosystem.
The first ever World Glaciers Day is set to take place on March 21, 2025. The day, declared by the United Nations, aims to raise awareness about the essential role of glaciers in the ecosystem.
Bats are Guardians of Biodiversity and Agriculture
18 Mar, 2025 04:29 PM
They may not be recognised or appreciated, but their impact on ecosystems, agriculture, and even medicine is undeniable. Protecting these creatures ensures a balanced ecosystem and a sustainable future for all.
They may not be recognised or appreciated, but their impact on ecosystems, agriculture, and even medicine is undeniable. Protecting these creatures ensures a balanced ecosystem and a sustainable future for all.
The Kenyan Yellowwood: A Symbol of Biodiversity, Resilience
13 Mar, 2025 04:16 PM
Yellowwood trees play a critical role in carbon sequestration. Their dense canopies absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, mitigating the impacts of climate change. They also provide habitat for wildlife, maintaining biodiversity.
Yellowwood trees play a critical role in carbon sequestration. Their dense canopies absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, mitigating the impacts of climate change. They also provide habitat for wildlife, maintaining biodiversity.
Forests and the Ecosystem: This is Why We Need them
04 Mar, 2025 10:06 AM
In a time where there is an increase in the production of greenhouse gasses, global temperatures, outspread wildfires, and extreme weather events, what is the role of forests in regulating climate?
In a time where there is an increase in the production of greenhouse gasses, global temperatures, outspread wildfires, and extreme weather events, what is the role of forests in regulating climate?
The Overlooked Allies: How Scavengers Sustain Biodiversity
03 Mar, 2025 10:18 AM
Scavengers feed on dead animals or the leftover carcasses of other predators. Though this may sound grim, their role in the ecosystem is far from unpleasant. They perform an essential service by helping to recycle nutrients, prevent the spread of disease,
Scavengers feed on dead animals or the leftover carcasses of other predators. Though this may sound grim, their role in the ecosystem is far from unpleasant. They perform an essential service by helping to recycle nutrients, prevent the spread of disease,
World Wildlife Day 2025: Baringo County Boosts Conservation
28 Feb, 2025 04:47 PM
Baringo County, predominantly rural with 89% of its residents living in the countryside, boasts over 17 registered community conservancies, with more than 20 others in various stages of establishment.
Baringo County, predominantly rural with 89% of its residents living in the countryside, boasts over 17 registered community conservancies, with more than 20 others in various stages of establishment.
Repatriation of Mountain Bongos Brings New Hope for Kenya's Wildlife
26 Feb, 2025 10:37 AM
The successful reintroduction of the mountain bongo is not just about species revival; it holds the promise of becoming a major tourist attraction, benefiting local communities by drawing visitors eager to witness these majestic animals in their native en
The successful reintroduction of the mountain bongo is not just about species revival; it holds the promise of becoming a major tourist attraction, benefiting local communities by drawing visitors eager to witness these majestic animals in their native en
Discover the Beauty of the Himalayan Blue Poppy
26 Feb, 2025 08:00 AM
In 1912, it was discovered by Western science during an expedition to Tibet and has since been highly prized for its beauty. Cultivating outside its natural environment is difficult due to its specific needs for humidity, cool weather, and rich, well-drai
In 1912, it was discovered by Western science during an expedition to Tibet and has since been highly prized for its beauty. Cultivating outside its natural environment is difficult due to its specific needs for humidity, cool weather, and rich, well-drai
The Devastating Cost of Charcoal: Why We Must Stop Burning Trees
24 Feb, 2025 09:30 AM
The process of making charcoal involves cutting down trees, stacking the wood, and slowly burning it in kilns or earth mounds to remove moisture and volatile substances. On average, a single mature tree can produce approximately 3 to 5 bags of charcoal, e
The process of making charcoal involves cutting down trees, stacking the wood, and slowly burning it in kilns or earth mounds to remove moisture and volatile substances. On average, a single mature tree can produce approximately 3 to 5 bags of charcoal, e
Oasis in the Desert: How Baobabs Sustain Life
23 Feb, 2025 12:04 AM
Even though baobabs can survive in dry areas, extended periods of drought put stress on their survival. Moreover, climate change affects the growth and survival of younger baobab’s, putting future populations at risk.
Even though baobabs can survive in dry areas, extended periods of drought put stress on their survival. Moreover, climate change affects the growth and survival of younger baobab’s, putting future populations at risk.
Conservancies Must Combat Greed to Save Our Wildlife
20 Feb, 2025 03:32 PM
Section 60 of the Kenya Forest Act 2016 explicitly prohibits cutting down, damaging, or destroying any tree in a forest area without the appropriate licenses. However, this legal framework has proven ineffective in Kajiado, where landowners within the Kik
Section 60 of the Kenya Forest Act 2016 explicitly prohibits cutting down, damaging, or destroying any tree in a forest area without the appropriate licenses. However, this legal framework has proven ineffective in Kajiado, where landowners within the Kik
Earth is Beautiful, Let's Conserve its Diverse Species
14 Feb, 2025 10:16 AM
The human population depends on nature as much as nature depends on humans. Beyond the healing benefits of nature, the economic livelihoods of humans demonstrate that biodiversity conservation is imperative now more than ever.
The human population depends on nature as much as nature depends on humans. Beyond the healing benefits of nature, the economic livelihoods of humans demonstrate that biodiversity conservation is imperative now more than ever.
Sow for Tomorrow: These 7 Practices Save the Planet’s Soil
03 Feb, 2025 10:30 AM
Maintaining high levels of soil organic matter relative to soil type is essential, and farmers can enhance soil fertility and structure by implementing practices such as cover cropping, no-till farming, crop rotation with legumes, leaving crop residues on
Maintaining high levels of soil organic matter relative to soil type is essential, and farmers can enhance soil fertility and structure by implementing practices such as cover cropping, no-till farming, crop rotation with legumes, leaving crop residues on
Celebrating International Zebra Day: The Striped Beauties of the Wild
31 Jan, 2025 11:05 AM
The Kenya Wildlife Service highlights the remarkable strength of zebras, stating, “Did you know that a zebra’s powerful hind legs can deliver a kick strong enough to break a predator’s jaw? They can also run at speeds of up to 65 km/h to escape danger! Co
The Kenya Wildlife Service highlights the remarkable strength of zebras, stating, “Did you know that a zebra’s powerful hind legs can deliver a kick strong enough to break a predator’s jaw? They can also run at speeds of up to 65 km/h to escape danger! Co
A Year Later: Kuruwitu Conservancy After King’s Visit
03 Jan, 2025 12:59 PM
Today, aside from improving the marine ecosystem in the area, the King’s coral structure also serves as a major tourist attraction site
Today, aside from improving the marine ecosystem in the area, the King’s coral structure also serves as a major tourist attraction site
Chirp! Chirp! A Call to All Birders on Christmas Bird Count Season
20 Dec, 2024 05:02 PM
By dint of Chapman’s heart for biodiversity and the love for these spectacular creatures, volunteers and supporters to his verdict grew in numbers over time. The impressive participation has seen the event grow to be the longest-running citizen science pr
By dint of Chapman’s heart for biodiversity and the love for these spectacular creatures, volunteers and supporters to his verdict grew in numbers over time. The impressive participation has seen the event grow to be the longest-running citizen science pr
Our Land, Our Future: COP16 Closes with a Pledge Towards Land Restoration
14 Dec, 2024 09:34 PM
Bidding adieu to COP 16, stakeholders pledged to complete the global drought regime at COP17 in Mongolia in 2027. This was highlighted through significant progress in laying the groundwork for land restoration and drought resilience in national policies a
Bidding adieu to COP 16, stakeholders pledged to complete the global drought regime at COP17 in Mongolia in 2027. This was highlighted through significant progress in laying the groundwork for land restoration and drought resilience in national policies a
Leaders Gather at COP16 in Riyadh to Address Land and Drought Resilience
04 Dec, 2024 03:18 PM
The conference aims to establish the first global regime for drought resilience, building on the recommendations from the Intergovernmental Working Group on Drought formed at COP15. Governments are expected to negotiate commitments to enhance resilience a
The conference aims to establish the first global regime for drought resilience, building on the recommendations from the Intergovernmental Working Group on Drought formed at COP15. Governments are expected to negotiate commitments to enhance resilience a
Reviving Karura: Government Commits to Forest Restoration
25 Nov, 2024 01:15 PM
This initiative is inspired by the vision of the late Prof. Wangari Maathai, a revered environmentalist. Guided by the Karura Participatory Forest Management Plan (KPFMP), adopted in 2018, the restoration effort employs a phased and scientific approach ai
This initiative is inspired by the vision of the late Prof. Wangari Maathai, a revered environmentalist. Guided by the Karura Participatory Forest Management Plan (KPFMP), adopted in 2018, the restoration effort employs a phased and scientific approach ai
Kenya at COP16: A Crucial Moment for Biodiversity Conservation
29 Oct, 2024 04:21 PM
The sixteenth meeting of the CBD, taking place in Cali from October 21 to November 1, 2024, is pivotal for global biodiversity discussions. Nearly 200 countries have gathered to address the urgent need to combat the alarming rate of environmental degradat
The sixteenth meeting of the CBD, taking place in Cali from October 21 to November 1, 2024, is pivotal for global biodiversity discussions. Nearly 200 countries have gathered to address the urgent need to combat the alarming rate of environmental degradat
Kenya Launches First National Recovery and Action Plan for Pangolins
09 Oct, 2024 04:43 PM
Pangolins are nocturnal animals recognized by their full armor of scales. They are ranged from vulnerable to critically endangered. 4 species live in Africa, namely: Black-bellied pangolin (Phataginus tetradactyla), White-bellied pangolin (Phataginus tric
Pangolins are nocturnal animals recognized by their full armor of scales. They are ranged from vulnerable to critically endangered. 4 species live in Africa, namely: Black-bellied pangolin (Phataginus tetradactyla), White-bellied pangolin (Phataginus tric
CS Duale Urges Immediate Action to Halt Deforestation around Refugee Camps
01 Oct, 2024 03:52 PM
“I am deeply concerned by the massive clearing of trees and vegetation around our refugee camps in Garissa and Wajir Counties for wood fuel, a massive deforestation that has been going on for many years,” Duale stated.
“I am deeply concerned by the massive clearing of trees and vegetation around our refugee camps in Garissa and Wajir Counties for wood fuel, a massive deforestation that has been going on for many years,” Duale stated.
Critics Question Namibia's Plan to Cull Wild Animals amid Food Insecurity
30 Aug, 2024 03:22 PM
The initiative is part of a program designed to alleviate the impacts of drought while reducing potential conflicts between humans and elephants, which can escalate when animals venture closer to communities in search of food and water.
The initiative is part of a program designed to alleviate the impacts of drought while reducing potential conflicts between humans and elephants, which can escalate when animals venture closer to communities in search of food and water.
Beyond Planting Trees: ICRAF’S Key Considerations for Effective Restorative Efforts
19 Aug, 2024 04:05 PM
A publication by the International Council for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF) and Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) outlines the principles of successful planting.
A publication by the International Council for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF) and Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) outlines the principles of successful planting.
Twende Green Ecocycle Transforms Plastic Waste into Eco-Friendly School Desks
14 Aug, 2024 11:30 AM
Despite their relentless efforts to manage plastic waste products, much work still needs to be done. Mombasa alone generates about 120 tons of plastic waste daily. Surprisingly, only 5% of this waste is recycled.
Despite their relentless efforts to manage plastic waste products, much work still needs to be done. Mombasa alone generates about 120 tons of plastic waste daily. Surprisingly, only 5% of this waste is recycled.
A Round of Applause for These Biodiversity Lionhearts with Big Hearts
31 Jul, 2024 01:30 PM
This particular day is significant, seeing that these are the few human beings diverting from the lot who throw caution to the wind, matters Earth’s welfare.
This particular day is significant, seeing that these are the few human beings diverting from the lot who throw caution to the wind, matters Earth’s welfare.