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Camera Trap Images Reveal that Tiny Nigeria Wildlife Sanctuary is a Haven for Rare Primates and Other Wildlife
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Nigeria Program released a series of camera trap images from Nigeria’s Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary revealing an array of primates and other wildlife that live in this 100 square kilometer (38.6 square mile) protected area that is smaller than the city of Paris.
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The Warli and the Waghoba: How a Large Cat Deity Helps People to Share Space with Leopards in India
A new study led by WCS-India documents how a big cat deity worshipped by Indigenous Peoples facilitates coexistence between humans and leopards.
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WCS and the French Agency for Development Launch New Partnership Agreement to Fight Interlinked Crises of Biodiversity Loss, Climate Change and Global Health
WCS and the French Development Agency (AFD) launched a renewed partnership agreement committing to share expertise and efforts to fight the interlinked crises of biodiversity loss, climate change and global health.
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BEYOND “JAWS”: Five Things You Didn’t Know About Shark Conservation (Spanish and French)
“Shark Week” kicks off on July 11th, and just in time, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) has released five facts you probably did not know about shark conservation to raise awareness about this imperiled group of fishes and what’s being done to protect them. 
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The Dos and Don’ts on Communicating About Sharks  For SHARK WEEK and BEYOND   (Spanish and French)
New York – July 6, 2021 – With Shark Week beginning next week (July 11), WCS is offering tips on how members of the media can play an important role in the conservation of these protected animals by helping their audiences understand and appreciate them as an alternative to perpetuating fear and unintended consequences. Additionally, simple language choices that everyone can use will help affect change in attitudes toward sharks and counter the negative image that adversely impacts c...
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WCS Statement on G-7 Summit in Carbis Bay, Cornwall, UK
The Wildlife Conservation Society's statement in regards to the G-7 meeting in Carbis Bay, Cornwall, UK.
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A new rapid assessment to promote climate-informed conservation and nature-based solutions

A new article, published as a Perspective in the journal Conservation Science and Practice, introduces a rapid assessment framework that can be used as a guide to make conservation and nature-based solutions more robust to future climate.

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Memorial Day Surprise for a Lucky Few as California Sea Lion Born at New York Aquarium
Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY – June 17, 2021 – Some very lucky aquarium visitors were treated to an unusual surprise on Memorial Day this year. A California sea lion pup (Zalophus californianus) was born in full view of the morning crowd. The pup, which has yet to receive its name, is healthy and doing great. “It is unusual for visitors to have the opportunity to witness the birth of an animal at the aquarium,” said Craig Piper, interim New York Aquarium Director and WCS Di...
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Eric Carle’s World of Wildlife at the Bronx Zoo  To Bring Cherished Children’s Books to Life
Media Photos: https://bit.ly/3gls1jS (Credit: Julie Larsen Maher © WCS) Media Video: https://bit.ly/3gvbZ65 (Courtesy: Bronx Zoo) Bronx, NY – June 15, 2021 – Summer activities are returning to New York City, and the Bronx Zoo will be hosting a two-month-long event featuring the works of legendary children’s book author Eric Carle. Beginning July 5 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Eric Carle’s World of Wildlife will bring his famous books to life with live perform...
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WCS Indonesia's Wildlife Response Unit Coordinator, Tabah, Receives Disney Conservation Hero Award
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) announced today that Tabah, Wildlife Response Unit Coordinator of WCS Indonesia, has been honored with a 2020 Disney Conservation Hero Award. 
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