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Conservation

Stories on efforts to protect wildlife, preserve natural habitats and promote sustainable environmental initiatives worldwide

The Himalayan salamander lives in mountain ponds and grows up to 20cm long. Photo: Rahul Shankar

How a small community became the last hope for the Himalayan salamander

LifestyleOctober 13, 2026

Jan Wittmer's entry Angry Bird is a finalist at the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards. Photo: Jan Wittmer / Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards

Angry bird, cowardly lion: Funny finalists at Comedy Wildlife photography award

Art & DesignOctober 02, 2026

Awards were presented to pupils, teachers and schools at a ceremony at Sorbonne University held to honour the life and work of Dr Goodall. Photo: Roots & Shoots UAE

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Youth-led green projects to honour Jane Goodall in UAE

UAESeptember 30, 2026

The Arabian leopard is one of the world's rarest big cats. Photo: Royal Commission for AlUla

Arabian leopards from Saudi Arabia could move to new home in Washington

LifestyleSeptember 17, 2026

Turtles are released by the Environmental Agency Abu Dhabi with the help of Yas Research Center and The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi with volunteers at the Jumeirah Hotel at Saadiyat Island. Victor Besa / The National

The UAE shows it’s possible to stay focused on conservation in times of conflict

CommentMay 26, 2026

Bees swarm round their queen as trained beekeepers begin the careful relocation process. Photo: Terra / Expo City Dubai

Dubai school gets a buzz from training junior beekeepers

UAEFebruary 27, 2026

Dugongs are a protected species in the UAE’s waters. Photo: Environment Agency Abu Dhabi

UAE launches multi-million-dollar drive to protect dugongs

UAEJanuary 21, 2026

Marine scientist Dr Carlos Preckler examines a seabed sample extracted from the Antarctic Peninsula. Photo: Kaust

Saudi university's whale of a task studying Antarctic life

GulfJanuary 01, 2026

The ghaf thrives in desert environments due to its heat tolerance and deep roots that can tap the water table. Photo: Abu Dhabi Environment Agency

Major study into genetic blueprint of UAE's ghaf trees to help conservation

UAEDecember 11, 2025

The latest Red List of Threatened Species found more than a quarter of the animals, plants and fungi assessed are at risk. Silvia Razgova / The National

AI's role in tackling threats to nature on show in Abu Dhabi

UAEOctober 15, 2025

Visitors tour the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. The event is an opportunity to show how sustainable development can be socially, economically and environmentally transformative. EPA

Economic growth and environmental protection are allies, not adversaries

CommentOctober 13, 2025

Rescued cheetah cubs in cages in Berbera, Somaliland, a semi-autonomous region of Somalia. AP

Experts call for crackdown on exotic animal trade at conservation congress

UAEOctober 09, 2025

Dr Amna Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, speaks on the opening day of the World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

Protecting nature a 'humanitarian responsibility', UAE minister tells conference

UAEOctober 09, 2025

The Dubai Reef project has observed an increase in fish biomass and species. Supplied

Dubai Reef project shows early signs of success as marine life returns

ClimateSeptember 20, 2025

Hawksbill turtles at table coral reefs in Khor Fakkan. Photo: NYU Abu Dhabi

How Sharjah coral reefs are turning tide in recovery from bleach damage

UAESeptember 11, 2025

For arid nations like Saudi Arabia, harnessing recycled wastewater is not just an environmental imperative, but a strategic necessity for water security. Getty

How wastewater can help secure the Middle East's water future

CommentSeptember 02, 2025

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