Over one-third of sharks, rays, and chimaeras face extinction, prompting experts from across the Pacific and New Zealand to identify key habitats for protection in a groundbreaking effort to save these vital species
Tag: Biodiversity
IUCN director general urges immediate action on climate crisis at Oceania Forum
As 2023 marks the hottest year on record, IUCN Director General warns that Oceania stands at a critical crossroads, facing an urgent need for action to combat the dual crises of biodiversity loss and climate change
Lost bird for 55 years: rare goshawk photographed for the first time in Papua New Guinea
For the first time in 55 years, the elusive New Britain Goshawk has been snapped in PNG, providing a vital boost to conservation efforts for this vulnerable species, whilst WWF calls for more support for local communities driving these conservation efforts
IUCN Oceania Highlights Importance of Local Solutions to Global Biodiversity Framework at BIOPAMA Event
At a pivotal BIOPAMA event, IUCN Oceania’s Regional Director emphasised the importance of local solutions and robust data in achieving Global Biodiversity Framework – Target 3 at the 4th UN Conference on SIDs
Preserving Fiji’s Iguana heritage: A conservation effort
In Fiji, passionate conservationists strive to save the island’s endangered iguanas from habitat loss, invasive species, and illegal wildlife trade
Rediscovering the lost Kulawai: Fiji’s effort to save a vanishing bird
In the lush forests of Fiji, the critically endangered Red-throated Lorikeet, once a familiar sight, has not been seen since 1993 despite exhaustive searches and conservation efforts
World Species Congress commemorated with call to action for Biodiversity Conservation
World Species Congress commemorated with a call to reverse species decline and safeguard biodiversity, urging the integration of traditional knowledge with modern science for holistic conservation
Fiji celebrates World Seagrass Day: Urgent call for action to safeguard vital ocean ecosystems
World Seagrass Day celebrated in Fiji highlighted seagrass as ‘ocean lungs’ vital for biodiversity and climate change mitigation, with calls for Pacific nations to prioritise conservation efforts
The Cook Islands, on the cusp of making conservation history for the Pacific Islands region
Cook Islands is applying for the Takitumu Conservation Area to be recognised as an ‘Other Effective area-based Conservation Measure’ marking an important step in Pacific Islands conservation efforts
New Seabird Species Found in Upolu, Samoa
Samoa’s native biodiversity has significantly increased with the confirmation of three new seabird species sighted on Upolu, indicating potential breeding grounds and prompting collaborative efforts for conservation