International Lynx Day
Every year, on June 11th, the world celebrates International Lynx Day—a day dedicated to honoring one of Europe’s most captivating
Continue readingEvery year, on June 11th, the world celebrates International Lynx Day—a day dedicated to honoring one of Europe’s most captivating
Continue readingButterflies are not just beautiful ornaments in the landscape – they are also sensitive bioindicators of environmental change. In Austria,
Continue readingAround 13,000 years ago, people in Central Europe lived as hunters and gatherers. A turning point came with the Neolithic
Continue readingEvery year on May 21st, Europe celebrates Natura 2000 Day, a moment to reflect on the importance of protecting the
Continue readingEvery year on May 20, people around the globe come together to celebrate World Bee Day, a moment to reflect
Continue readingSteller’s Sea Cow (Hydrodamalis gigas), a now-extinct marine mammal, once roamed the kelp forests of the North Pacific Ocean. Its
Continue readingWhy did agriculture emerge in some parts of the world and not in others? Research has shown that the decisive
Continue readingEvery year, millions of birds embark on long, perilous journeys across the globe. These migratory birds traverse vast distances between
Continue readingAmphibians have relatively simple but highly functional brains adapted to their semi-aquatic lifestyles. Their brains are dominated by sensory and
Continue readingEvery spring, the City Nature Challenge (CNC) brings cities worldwide together in a friendly competition to document local biodiversity. Founded
Continue readingEvery year on April 7th, the world comes together to celebrate International Beaver Day, an occasion that highlights the significance
Continue readingNature is a complex web of interactions, where every species plays a role in maintaining balance. However, some animals have
Continue readingThe International Day of Forests is celebrated annually on March 21. It was proclaimed by the United Nations in 2012 to raise awareness about
Continue readingThroughout history, countless species have thrived, evolved, and disappeared. Today, some of the rarest animals on Earth are teetering on
Continue readingBeneath the sunlit surface of the ocean lies an unexplored world of mystery and wonder. The deep sea, covering more
Continue readingOnce, along the banks of the Dnipro River, one of Ukraine’s most remarkable natural landscapes thrived — the Great Meadow
Continue readingManaging transboundary river basins, which crosses national borders, presents unique challenges and opportunities. Effective collaboration is essential to balance ecological
Continue readingRestoring ecosystems isn’t just about looking back—it’s about planning for a resilient future. Should we aim to recreate what existed 10, 100, or even 1,000 years ago? At the European Wilderness Society, we believe in blending the past with present needs to ensure ecosystems are not only restored but are strong enough to thrive in the face of modern challenges. Through projects like BEECH POWER and LIFEstockProtect, we’re working to restore Europe’s wild landscapes while balancing biodiversity conservation with community engagement.
Continue readingDead trees play a key role in the health of ecosystems while providing profound inspirations for the human mind. These
Continue readingEnvironmental Impact of the War in Ukraine: How the Conflict is Destroying Nature The war in Ukraine has devastated the
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