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Morocco and Sierra Leone have ratified the UN treaty on marine biodiversity, bringing the total to 143 countries. The treaty aims to protect two-thirds of the ocean from threats like overfishing and deep-sea mining. It will take effect in January 2026, establishing rules for conservation and benefit-sharing in international waters.
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Recent reports highlight successful conservation efforts for mountain gorillas in Uganda and the Virunga region. Population numbers have increased, habitat loss and poaching have declined, and tourism revenue now supports local communities. New births and community involvement mark a positive outlook for this endangered species.
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Recent assessments reveal that nearly half of Europe's wild bee species are threatened, with habitat loss and climate change driving declines. Meanwhile, conservation efforts in North America focus on restoring habitats for the zebra swallowtail butterfly and pawpaw trees, highlighting the global decline of pollinators and the importance of habitat preservation.