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Kuan Bi-ling released 10 protected sea turtles on Penghu’s Magong Shili Beach, urging public involvement in rescue efforts. The event highlighted Taiwan’s role in marine conservation.

Changhua County in Taiwan has passed a new ordinance to protect leopard cats, becoming the third region to legislate such efforts. The law requires eco-friendly methods for public projects in leopard cat hotspots.

Yushan National Park in Taiwan enhances Formosan black bear conservation with new lectures and rescue training. Efforts aim to prevent human-bear conflicts.

A Formosan black bear was euthanized in Hualien after threatening residents and preying on dogs. The Forestry Agency took action for safety, sparking local rituals.

The FNCA Hualien Branch captured a small Formosa black bear with help from WildOne Association. The bear, underweight but uninjured, will receive care and training for rewilding. Residents are urged to avoid large snares and report bear disturbances.

Taipei Zoo mourns the loss of Thabo, a pygmy hippo, who died from an infection and weather changes. An autopsy revealed malnutrition and circulatory issues.

Shoushan Zoo in Kaohsiung celebrated the birthdays of black bears Bobby and Hei Pi with music and festivities. The event highlighted wildlife conservation efforts.

The Ocean Conservation Administration’s 2024 report reveals a rise in whale, dolphin, and sea turtle strandings in Taiwan, with Lienchiang and Yilan counties most affected.

Taipei Zoo reports the death of White Eyes, a female great hornbill, from severe inflammation. The zoo will monitor her partner, Red Eyes, highlighting conservation challenges.

Taipei Zoo plans to exchange African penguins for red pandas with Shanghai Zoo, enhancing genetic diversity and fostering wildlife conservation. The MOU also covers professional development and healthcare collaboration.

Officials released two Formosan black bears into the wild in Hualien with tribal blessings. Authorities will monitor the bears to ensure community safety and ecological balance.

The Tainan Ecological Conservation Association reports a record 2,550 Black-faced Spoonbills along Tainan’s coast, reflecting Taiwan’s successful conservation efforts.

Legislators in Taiwan launched the Animal Good Life Association to promote animal welfare. The group aims to address issues like animal experimentation and wildlife conservation.

Discover the story of a Taiwanese fisherman in Yilan County who caught a rare Rumphius’ slit shell and plans to sell it, sparking a debate on wildlife conservation. The National Taiwan Museum urges the return of such species to their natural habitats, highlighting the importance of preserving marine biodiversity for future generations.

Discover how Kaohsiung is protecting Taiwan’s largest land crab, the Cardisoma carnifex, during its perilous migration to the sea. Learn about the city’s conservation efforts and how you can help.

Discover the efforts to save Taiwan’s endangered Tree Sparrow, with a population under 2,000. Learn about the threats they face and the conservation strategies in place by the MOA and KMU.

The Ocean Conservation Administration (OCA) renews its MOU with the National Museum of Natural Science and the National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium to boost marine conservation and science education, announcing the opening of a new marine conservation education center in Central Taiwan by July 2024. The collaboration, deepened on World Earth Day, aims to enhance marine wildlife habitat and wetland conservation efforts, alongside a sea turtle rehabilitation project showing significant success in wildlife rescue endeavors.

Discover how Kaohsiung Marine Bureau in Taiwan is leading the way in maritime animal preservation and rescue efforts, with over a third of the world’s dolphin and whale species spotted in nearby waters. Learn about their commitment to conservation, education, and successful rescue missions, as well as how they engage students in marine life awareness.

Explore Taiwan’s diverse wildlife through stunning images captured by the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency Chiayi Branch. Witness Formosan black bears, Reeves’s muntjacs, and more in their natural habitats, providing valuable insights for conservation efforts. Discover the rich biodiversity of Taiwan’s mountainous regions through continuous monitoring with remote cameras.

A green sea turtle, previously afflicted with tumors, was released back into the wild in Taitung’s Shanyuan Bay. Rescued from a fishing net in July 2023, the turtle underwent successful treatment at the National Museum of Biology & Aquarium in Pingtung. Dr. Chen I-chun noted the increasing number of sea turtles with tumors globally, particularly along the eastern coast of Taiwan. Marine pollution or viral infections are suspected causes. The released turtle, the second in Taiwan to recover from a tumor, brings hope for the preservation of marine life.

A Formosan black bear, injured at a coffee plantation in Taiwan, has been released back into the wilderness after four months of intensive care. The bear, named ＂Da qu-ali＂ after a Bunun indigenous leader, triggered a trap in July and underwent successful surgery to recover. Weighing 101 kilograms, the bear was deemed fit for reintroduction. Major wildlife conservation organizations participated in the release, which included a divine naming ceremony led by tribe chief Ho Cheng-chung. The Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency used the incident to highlight the importance of wildlife conservation and encouraged local residents to create bear-friendly environments.

The Control Yuan ruled against the Taoyuan City Government and the Ministry of Agriculture for their mishandling of a baboon capture in March, resulting in the primate’s death. The Control Yuan criticized the entities for not appointing commanding officers and failing to fulfill their obligations under the Wildlife Conservation Act.