#Vietnam's Côn Đảo National Park is now an #IUCNGreenList site! A major win for conservation, recognising the park's world-class efforts in protecting marine ecosystems and endangered species - A model for sustainable development. #ProtectedAreas #IUCN #GreenList vietnamnews.vn/life-style/1...

📢Join us for a Conservation Pathways online training on how Target 3 of the Global Biodiversity Framework can become an opportunity to advance the rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities.

In a landmark achievement, the #HighSeasTreaty is on track to enter into force in Jan 2026, thanks to 61 countries including #Morocco & #SierraLeone. It's a lifeline for the 2/3 of the ocean beyond national boundaries, bringing us closer to global biodiversity targets: news.un.org/en/story/202....

#Kazakhstan is making major strides in conservation and is set to expand its #ProtectedAreas to 34 million hectares by 2035, becoming the first in Central Asia to pilot #OECMs. These efforts will help conserve nearly 30% of its territory: astanatimes.com/2025/09/kaza...

The #Philippines has designated Mt Masaraga as a #ProtectedArea under the National Integrated Protected Areas System. This 1,328m elevation biodiversity hotspot serves as a vital watershed for the Bicol River Basin & the protection of Raflessia species: www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/12/r...

Pakistan's first-ever desert-region Flora Conservation Station has launched in Tharparkar! A partnership between #IUCN & #SECMCThar hopes the new station will protect unique & endangered plants, while restoring degraded lands and supporting local communities: iucn.org/story/202509...

Mexico, Guatemala, & Belize have united to create the Great Mayan Jungle Biocultural Corridor! This 14 million-acre #ProtectedArea is now the 2nd-largest nature reserve in the Americas, safeguarding 7,000+ species & honouring the legacy of Indigenous communities: mymodernmet.com/mexico-guate...

New satellite tracking has revealed a crucial feeding ground for New Zealand southern right whales just south of Australia! 🐋 This discovery is a powerful case for enhanced protection under the UN High Seas Treaty, a vital step to safeguard these whales: oceanographicmagazine.com/news/right-w...

🌍#ProtectedPlanet September 2025 Update: WDPA: is 305,621 (303,748 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories. WD-OECM: is 6,629 (6,592 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories. GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added. www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...

New camera trap footage from Malaysian Borneo's rainforest canopy is revealing a hidden world of primates! 🐒 The cameras captured sightings of endangered Sabah grey leaf monkeys & critically endangered Bornean orangutans. A vital new window into arboreal life! news.mongabay.com/short-articl...

Pioneering rewilding in Nagaland, India: The Asian Giant Tortoises are being reintroduced into an #ICCA. Led by local youth "Tortoise Guardians," this project highlights how community-driven conservation in ICCAs is a key model for species recovery. #ProtectedArea thebetterindia.com/482411/naga-...

Happy #WorldTomistomaDay! 🐊 Today we recognise the vulnerable species, also know as the #FalseGharial. Habitat loss is a major threat, but #ProtectedAreas provide these freshwater giants with the secure habitats they need to survive. #Tomistoma #Conservation 📸 - @britannica.com

🌍#ProtectedPlanet August 2025 Update: WDPA: is 305,586 (303,713 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories. WD-OECM: is 6,630 (6,593 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories. GD-PAME: No new records were added. www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...

NEW Highlight Video 📽️ "Top tools to protect rainforests" is part of @mongabay.com "Against All Odds" series. Crystal Davis (Global Program Director at @worldresources.bsky.social) highlights the positive strides in rainforest conservation worldwide and the critical role of Indigenous Peoples.

🍄Our planet's unsung heroes, underground fungi, are in peril! New research highlights 90% of their critical biodiversity hotspots are unprotected. We must urgently expand conservation to these hidden ecosystems for climate & life. #FungiConservation www.ecowatch.com/underground-...

On #InternationalTigerDay, we celebrate the power of #ProtectedAreas! These vital spaces are fundamental to tiger survival, providing safe habitats & fostering growth for wild populations. Secure their future, protect their wild homes. 🐅 #WildlifeProtection 📸 - Sumatran Tiger, @worldwildlife.org

#Greece announces two vast new #MarineParks in the Ionian & South Aegean! This strategic move protects 27,500 km², bans trawling, and boosts #conservation targets. A major step for Mediterranean marine health! #MarineProtectedAreas 📖 Read More Here: ⤵️ www.euronews.com/green/2025/0...

Incredible! #NewZealand's #LittleSpottedKiwi, unseen for nearly 50 years on the mainland, rediscovered thanks to spontaneous phone footage. A thrilling triumph for conservation & wildlife tracking! #EndangeredSpecies #ConservationSuccess #ProtectedAreas indiandefencereview.com/lost-species...

📖 New study: More jaguars migrated to #Brazil's Pantanal wetlands post-wildfire, making it a vital "climate refuge." These unique aquatic-eating big cats rebounded strongly. This highlights the need for protecting such critical habitats. #CatConservation news.oregonstate.edu/news/jaguar-...

🪸Amazing news from #Galápagos! Wellington's solitary coral, thought extinct for decades, was found thriving with 290+ colonies. This deep-water species defied odds, but global warming challenges its future. #CoralReefs #OceanConservation #MPAs news.mongabay.com/short-articl...

🌍 #ProtectedPlanet July 2025 Update: WDPA: is 305,303 (303,418 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories. WD-OECM: is 6,504 (6,467 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories. GD-PAME: No new records were added. www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...

New #ICCA in #Argentina! 🌿 We're excited to announce that ICCA Torna Lickana is now live on the ICCA Registry! Located in northern Argentina, the Torna Lickana Network is made up of 10 indigenous communities that are part of the ICCA. 📖Read more: ⤵️ www.iccaregistry.org/en/explore/a...

It's #WorldSeaTurtleDay! These keystone species face critical threats. Marine Protected Areas ( #MPAs ) are vital safe zones, boosting resilience & biodiversity. Support MPAs for healthier oceans! 🐢🌊 #MarineConservation #MarineProtectedAreas #TurtleConservation #ProtectedAreas 📸 - SEE Turtles

Today, Helen Klimmek from Protected Planet will join the @un.org Ocean Conference (#UNOC) 2025 panel. They will be discussing the MPA Guide & the mOECM Guide, both of which act as tools for achieving effective area-based conservation in our oceans. #MPA #UnitedNationsOceanConference #UNOC2025

🌍#ProtectedPlanet June 2025 Update: WDPA: is 305,257 (303,374 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories. WD-OECM: is 6,498 (6,480 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories. GD-PAME: 12 records were added from Congo. www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...

#Norwegian scientists urge stronger protection for North Sea cod nursery grounds. Signs of recovery in #ProtectedAreas show this is key to reversing stock decline. #MarineProtectedAreas #MPAs #Conservation thefishingdaily.com/science-and-...

Half of #Australia's critically endangered species rely on unprotected land, largely due to agriculture. 🚨 Conservationists urge substantial investment & policy to save these vital habitats beyond park boundaries. #Biodiversity #BeyondProtectedAreas cosmosmagazine.com/earth/agricu...

#Malaysia's Coral Triangle, the "Amazon of the Seas," harbours 76% of known coral species & vast marine biodiversity. Threatened by climate change & human impacts, #MPAs & restoration efforts are crucial for this globally vital ecosystem. #CoralTriangle Read More:⤵️ www.newsbreak.com/discover-wil...

Happy #BiodiversityDay! 🌍 Today, we celebrate Earth's incredible variety of life. Biodiversity is vital for our planet's health & our well-being, providing essentials from clean air to food. Let's protect this precious tapestry of life! #ForNature #ProtectBiodiversity

🌍 @unesco.org #BiosphereReserves: Where Nature and People Thrive Together! With over 750 #UNESCOBiosphereReserves worldwide, these sites champion sustainable development, conservation & research — a true blueprint for a healthier planet. Learn More: ⤵️ www.unesco.org/en/articles/...

Newly mapped! 🗺️‪ @britgeosurvey.bsky.social delivers first marine geology & habitat maps for #AscensionIsland's expansive #MPA. These maps reveal unique deep-sea features & habitats, crucial for protecting its rich, vulnerable biodiversity. Read More: ⤵️ www.hydro-international.com/content/news...

This weekend is #EuropeanDayOfParks! #ProtectedAreas are vital for studying diverse ecosystems & promoting conservation science. This is a great opportunity to explore, learn and understand these natural laboratories & unlocking the key to tackling environmental challenges.🔬🌍 www.europarc.org/news/

Novel chemosynthetic ecosystems, including hydrothermal vents & coral gardens, were discovered near the #SouthSandwichIslands during an #OceanCensus expedition. Potential new species suggest unique biodiversity in this remote, tectonically active region. 🪸🪸 divemagazine.com/scuba-diving...

#Morocco boosts ocean protection! 🇲🇦🌊 Eight new #MPAs declared, reinforcing commitment to global biodiversity goals & aiming for 10% maritime protection by 2030. Sustainable ocean management = more fish & thriving communities! #OceanConservation www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/05/1987...

Today's #InternationalChameleonDay! 🎉 Reflecting on their incredible camouflage & adaptations, often found in the biodiversity-rich environments of #ProtectedAreas. Their conservation matters! 📸 - National Geographic Kids

2️⃣ new crocodile species discovered off Yucatán, #Mexico! 🐊Genetic analysis reveals distinct populations found within the Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve. Urgent conservation is needed for these vulnerable island dwellers facing development & tourism. mexiconewsdaily.com/news/new-cro...

It's #NationalHedgerowWeek! Let's celebrate these unsung heroes of our landscape. Hedgerows are vital for wildlife, offering shelter, food, & corridors for countless species. They also play a crucial role in carbon sequestration & soil health. Read More: ⤵️ treecouncil.org.uk/seasonal-cam...

🌍 #ProtectedPlanet May 2025 Update: 🌍 WDPA: is 305,242 (303,359 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories. WD-OECM: is 6,497 (6,479 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories. GD-PAME: No new records were added in May 2025. www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...

Happy #WorldTunaDay! 🐟🌊 Let's celebrate tuna & the vital role of #MPAs in protecting their habitats & our oceans. These safe havens are key for sustainable tuna populations & a healthy marine world. #OceanConservation 📸 - @rewildingbritain.org.uk

Where indigenous land rights prevail, so does nature. With the #UN Permanent Forum on #Indigenous Issues 24th session #UNPFII2025 underway, the Indigenous Peoples & ethnic communities in the NorthEast India region show what is possible when indigenous peoples’ rights are respected: ow.ly/lP7s50VGzN7

#SouthAfrica marked its first-ever #MPADay with a series of engaging online activities. The day highlighted the need to protect ocean ecosystems and urged the need for increased public understanding and stronger protection. #OceanProtection #MPA iol.co.za/capeargus/ne...

#China has revealed a significant increase in the critically endangered Baer's Pochard🦆. The success comes from China's intensified #conservation efforts, including #ProtectedAreas and a national action plan for #MigratoryCorridors. Read More: ⤵️ en.people.cn/n3/2025/0421...

📝 A study reveals that climate change threatens #Brazil's Pantanal amphibians, projecting that 84% of 74 species could lose part of their habitat range by 2100. The research highlights the importance of #30x30 to protect vulnerable amphibian populations. Read more: news.mongabay.com/short-articl...

#SavingNature acquires 865 acres of land to expand the Mesenia-Paramillo Nature Reserve in #Colombia's Western Andes. This expansion, in partnership with #FundaciónBioconservancy, aims to restore fragmented habitats & tackle the impacts of climate change environmentenergyleader.com/stories/wild...

Happy National #SaveTheElephantDay! 🐘 #ProtectedAreas are vital for these incredible giants, offering safe havens against poaching and habitat loss. Support conservation to ensure their future! 📸 www.instagram.com/camera_man_j...

#SouthKorea has expanded its marine conservation efforts by designating 2 new #MPAs off Jeju Island. One area specifically safeguards the critical habitat of the endangered Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin, of which fewer than 120 remain near the island. Read more: ⤵️ koreabizwire.com/south-korea-...

🐯 #Singapore's breeding programs offer hope for endangered SE Asian species like Malayan tigers & Negros bleeding-heart pigeons. A combination of habitat protection & tackling human - wildlife conflict is needed to preserve this biodiversity hotspot: ⤵ www.straitstimes.com/singapore/wh...

Happy #NationalDolphinDay!🐬 🐬 #MarineProtectedAreas (MPAs) play a crucial role in dolphin conservation by safeguarding vital habitats and providing healthy ecosystems that support their populations. 🐬Let's continue to support the expansion and strengthening of MPAs worldwide.

A recent Duke University #OceansWeek panel highlighted the complex challenges of conserving marine megafauna, emphasizing the interconnectedness of ocean ecosystems & the need for international collaboration to protect migratory species like whale sharks.🦈 #MPA researchblog.duke.edu/2025/04/08/m...

🏝 A successful partnership between @gef-sgp.bsky.social , implemented by @undp.org , & the #BahamasProtectedAreasFund (BPAF) has launched a transformative initiative for environmental non-profits in the #Bahamas to address environmental challenges effectively. ⤵️⤵️ www.undp.org/jamaica/news...