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Long-tailed macaques fight for food in Lopburi, Thailand. Photo: Reuters

‘Life is easier’: calm returns to chaotic Thai city battling monkey menace

Hundreds of macaques that wreaked havoc and scared residents have been sterilised and put in cages, restoring peace and improving business.

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Opinion | China’s marine conservation efforts prioritise symbolism over substance

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Opinion | How feng shui can inspire China’s quest for environmental justice

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Legal challenge against planned Hong Kong tech hub could be put on hold

Judicial review applicant says he has not received final decision from Legal Aid Department on whether cost of action will be covered.

San Tin has been earmarked for a tech hub. Photo: Eugene Lee

Opinion | How Hong Kong can set a bold example on biodiversity protection

A nature-inclusive Hong Kong would attract talent and investment. The city’s government must mainstream biodiversity across sectors.

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Traces of rare butterfly species found in Hong Kong for first time in 13 years

Butterfly surveyor finds eggs of club beak at Lui Kung Tin in Yuen Long district.

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Opinion | Move over GDP, it’s time to measure gross ecosystem product

We need new metrics that recognise the full value of biodiversity and the ecosystem, and new financial tools that reward conservation.

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An elephant doctor trains elephants for release at the Asian Elephant Breeding and Rescue Centre in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan province, in 2022. Photo: Xinhua

Opinion | How to save the world’s rainforests and animals – and not break the bank

It is time for rich countries and philanthropists to directly fund national parks and indigenous territories before we lose them for good.

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Should Hong Kong’s geopark introduce a visitor quota after dinosaur fossil find?

Port Island closed off for geological investigation after rare find, but geopark currently has no limits on individual visitor traffic.

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Letters | ‘Conservation’ projects to drive human traffic? Only in Hong Kong

Readers discuss government proposals to ‘conserve’ South Lantau, monkey deaths at a Hong Kong zoo, and the growing numbers of men and women on the shelf.

A view of Silvermine Bay in Mui Wo in 2009. The government proposes building a long tunnel across Lantau, from north to south, with the tunnel entrance at Silvermine Bay Beach in Mui Wo. Photo: SCMP Pictures

Outside In | Nature needs saving but where will the West find the money?

However leaders feel about biodiversity and global warming, there is almost no money where their mouths are.

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A ranger reaches out towards female northern white rhino Najin, one of the last two northern white rhinos on the planet, in her enclosure at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya on August 23, 2019. Photo: AP

Climate change could erase Nepal’s snow leopards in three decades, study warns

With temperatures rising and habitats shrinking, Nepal’s big cats face an uncertain future, according to new research.

Capture of Malayan tiger blamed for 2 deaths highlights conservation dilemma

A total of four fatal tiger encounters were recorded in Malaysia last year, with all the incidents happening in Kelantan state.

UN chief seeks ‘significant’ funding at biodiversity summit to save nature

Environmental delegates are gathering in Colombia for the two-week United Nations Biodiversity Conference, or Cop16.

Greenpeace activists hang a banner that reads ‘COP 16 Action for Nature’, in Cali, Colombia. Photo: AFP

Opinion | Where Hong Kong leader’s policy address fell short

From housing, SMEs and the elderly to the environment and Hong Kong’s reputation, more hard-hitting reforms and targeted policies are required.

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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu visiting Shun Lee Estate in Kwun Tong on November 15, 2023. The public may feel that the policy address did not fully tackle the housing challenge, which remains a source of frustration for many. Photo: Jelly Tse

Panda Watch: Hong Kong cubs starting to develop their own distinctive features

Ocean Park says ‘Elder Sister’ has little black bumps on her shoulder while ‘Little Brother’ does not.

US woman flees after home is invaded by up to 100 raccoons

The woman says she started feeding a family of the animals decades ago, but their numbers suddenly ballooned and they became aggressive.

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‘Serious crisis’: Thailand scrambles to save elephants from drowning in floods

Authorities rescued 117 elephants, while at least one had already drowned and 30 more missing.

Elephants stand in floodwaters at a sanctuary in Thailand’s Chiang Mai province on October 3. Photo: Photo: Elephant Nature Park Via AP

Letters | Reshape how Hong Kong preserves historic buildings

Readers discuss the conservation of a historic block at Tai Kwun, crowd control measures during festivals, and the significance of the arrival of two new pandas.

142 years of coal power ends in UK as last coal-fired plant closes

Britain is the first G7 nation to phase out the fossil fuel, part of efforts to generate all energy from renewable sources by 2030.

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How The Datai Langkawi delivers on its promise to put nature first

Looking for a high-end resort that prioritises sustainability, where you share your balcony with langurs and macaques? Give The Datai in Malaysia a try

The Datai Langkawi is a five-star resort where animals are as welcome as the guests – just be ready to share your villa with the odd monkey or bat. Photo: Datai Langkawi

Christmas gifts: giant pandas An An and Ke Ke to meet Hongkongers in December

Bears get official welcome at ceremony attended by Chief Secretary Eric Chan and tourism minister Kevin Yeung at the airport.

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An An and Ke Ke arrive at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Elson Li

‘Sichuan-flavoured’ food to help incoming pandas adjust to new Hong Kong home

Pandas will be met by city’s No 2 official in a welcoming ceremony at Hong Kong airport.

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Monitor lizard ‘Aberdeen’, long-time animal ambassador in Hong Kong, dies at 16

Veterinary investigation suggests death may be related to lizard’s age, as centre says species usually lives 10 to 15 years in human care.

Amazon rainforest has lost an area the size of Germany and France

Deforestation, mainly for mining and agriculture, has led to the loss of more than 880,000 sq km of forest cover since 1985, experts say.

Forest fire devastation in the Amazon, in Labrea, Amazonas state, Brazil. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong to create panel to name giant pandas being gifted to city by Beijing

Chief Executive John Lee expected to announce panel members on Tuesday, days before pandas arrived in city after 30-day quarantine.

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One of the pandas living at the Dujiangyan base of the China Conservation and Research Centre. Beijing has gifted two of the animals to Hong Kong. Photo: Handout

Chinese scientists hope panda stem cell breakthrough can help species survive

Researchers have created a type of self-renewing cell that could help future research and preserve vital genetic resources.

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Swiss voters reject plan to better protect the country’s biodiversity

Citizens voted against an initiative to expand the protection of nature reserves, fearing economic development would suffer.

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Articles and features on conservation, including environment, habitat loss, farming, pollution, green living, sustainability and how to follow an eco-friendly lifestyle.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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