There are now 325 kakapos in New Zealand, the largest population of the giant, flightless parrot species in decades, conservationists said.

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A trek in a remote corner of the Iberian Peninsula brought a writer face-to-face with ancient oaks, rewilding efforts and prehistoric cave art.

The spill of Russian crude bound for India compounds the environmental damage from spills in and around the Strait of Hormuz, where tankers and oil facilities have come under attack.

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The insects, revered in local culture, are disappearing for many reasons, including rapid development to cater to tourists.

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