World Nature Conservation Day Marked Amid Growing Warnings

Biodiversity is not just about the iconic animals we know and love — it is also about the unseen custodians of the ecosystem: the diggers, the pollinators, the decomposers — the ones who work in silence.

Pangolins are more than just victims of illegal trade. They play a crucial role in their ecosystems by controlling ant and termite populations, thus helping to maintain soil health and ecological balance.

The arrival of the new calf comes at a time when wildlife across Africa faces mounting pressure from climate change, land encroachment, and illegal hunting. Conservation groups are using this opportunity to remind the public of the ongoing need for vigila

Despite its ecological importance, the Mugumo tree is increasingly under threat. Expanding agriculture, charcoal production, and urban development are destroying old trees faster than they can be replaced.

The great savannah grounds of Kenya still remember their hooves and if it could talk it would lament on the decrease of the numbers of the species, the land can still carry them but the window to act is closing faster and needs our action to enhance the c

Research indicates that the rampant fires devastating tropical forests in 2024 can be directly linked to human activities, particularly land clearing for agriculture.

With the Western Mau Forest lying adjacent to the dam’s catchment, concerns have been raised in the past about potential ecosystem disruption. However, local environmentalists argue that with proper safeguards, the dam could become a catalyst for long-ter

A 2022 thesis by Joyce Ombongi from the University of Nairobi showed microplastics in fish sampled along the coast: both water-dwelling and bottom-feeding species were affected .

Often overlooked in discussions of conservation, giraffes play a crucial ecological role in maintaining the delicate balance of savannah ecosystems. Their browsing habits help regulate the growth of trees and shrubs, ensuring that light reaches the ground

According to the Kenya Forest Service, the fencing initiative is just the beginning of a larger plan to restore and upgrade City Park into an iconic public space.

Land fertility is sustained by the biodiversity it supports; therefore, its destruction leads to biodiversity depletion. Additionally, maintaining land quality is crucial for the global population, as it ensures food security.

A casual observer might marvel at the sheer volume of goods leaving the region—charcoal sacks departing every minute on boda bodas, and tomatoes packed tightly into vehicles, their value tripling to about KES195,000 ($1,500) by the time they reach distant

What makes Sang’s farm stand out is his deliberate intercropping of avocados with indigenous shrubs and grasses. This not only conserves the soil but also promotes biodiversity, creating a habitat for pollinators and small wildlife.

Mutai’s story has begun to inspire many youth in the area to see beekeeping not only as a source of income but as a path toward sustainability. With just a few hives, a beekeeper can earn a steady income while directly contributing to environmental conser

Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth. It includes all living organisms, plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms as well as the ecosystems they form and the genetic differences within and between species.

Reversing biodiversity loss offers a viable path to mitigating the effects of climate change, making it an issue of paramount importance for humanity. Governments and international bodies are currently implementing measures to reverse climate change's imp

Wetlands created behind the dams provide habitats for more wildlife and retain essential water supplies by recharging deep aquifers. The dams slow down streams, creating a natural water filtration system, handling sediment and nutrient runoff and improvin

World Earth Day, celebrated every April 22, 2025, provides an opportunity to recognize the beauty of our planet. Currently, Earth faces threats from pollution, deforestation, climate change, and endangered species.

March 21 of every year marks the International Day of Forests, a day dedicated to raising awareness about these critical ecosystems. However, do we really need an annual reminder to safeguard our natural heritage?

However, mountain bongos face a multitude of threats from both men and wild animals. Exposure to diseases carried by other animals poses a significant risk to their coexistence. More often, predation, hunting and poaching, habitat loss, and fragmentation

The coral polyps which are the tiny organisms which make up a reef extracts carbon dioxide from the surrounding water to build their calcium carbonate skeletons which locks away carbon dioxide in form of limestone.

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

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.

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.

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.

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?

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,