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Local communities celebrate new protected areas in Papua New Guinea

Local communities celebrate new protected areas in Papua New Guinea

   The creation of three new wildlife management areas in Papua New Guinea will protect some of Asia-Pacific's most threatened and unique wildlife habitats.

Posted : Sun, Sep 30, 2007

Category : World-Business / Offbeat-News News

USGS Finds Polar Bear Denning Shifting From Sea Ice to Coastal Habitats in Northern Alaska

USGS Finds Polar Bear Denning Shifting From Sea Ice to Coastal Habitats in Northern Alaska

   A 20-year U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) study documents that recent changes in the quality and availability of sea ice in northern Alaska are the most likely explanation for a decrease in maternal polar bear denning on sea ice and an increase of denning on land.

Posted : Fri, Jul 13, 2007

Category : Science / Environment News
 
 
 
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