International Union for Conservation of Nature
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Whale shark spot patterns used as unique identifiers for tracking
Scientists are using the unique spot patterns of whale sharks, akin to fingerprints, to track these marine animals. This method, employed in the Maldives, allows researchers to monitor individual whale sharks' movements…
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China's 'Snake Doctor' Protects Rare Viper Despite Personal Injury
Chen Yuanhui, a dedicated herpetologist from China, has devoted his life to the study and protection of the Mangshan pit viper, a rare species he discovered 37 years ago. Despite suffering nine venomous bites, including…
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Marine Protected Areas reach 10% global conservation milestone
The world has reached a milestone of conserving 10% of its oceans through Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), a figure announced by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. However, the effectiveness of these area…
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AI scans airport luggage to detect illegal marine wildlife trade
Researchers have developed an AI system capable of identifying illegally trafficked marine wildlife products within airport baggage scans. The AI, trained on CT scans of shark fins, dried seahorses, and sea cucumbers, a…
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Southeast Asia's endangered species threatened by trafficking
Southeast Asia is facing a severe crisis with over 4,300 endangered species threatened by trafficking and consumption. Iconic animals like tigers, rhinos, and gibbons are on the brink of extinction, with some population…