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Wildlife

The animals that roam free.

"Charismatic mega-fauna" like lions, but also tiny field mice - wildlife comprises all animals that are not domesticated. From the strange to the beautiful, wild mammals, birds and fish can play important roles in the ecosystem. And humans often depend on wildlife to survive.

Sandrah Twinoburyo Eco Africa

Welcome to the newest edition of Eco Africa 15.01.2021

On this week's Eco Africa, we learn how farmers in Namibia are keeping cheetahs away from livestock, see how popcorn can be used as a natural substitute to polystyrene, and shine a light on the solar energy revolution.

tropischer Strand mit Palmen, Liegestühlen und Hängematte, tropical beach with palm trees, hammock and canvas chairs

Living Planet: Out and about 14.01.2021

As rising numbers of COVID-19 infections keep us home, you may be dreaming of getting out and about. In Spain, we explore whether the coronavirus pandemic could boost ecotourism. And, lynx are hunted in Latvia, despite being protected in the EU. We join a group of hunters to investigate wildlife management in the Baltic country — and they gut an elk. Plus, Kenya's next wave — of locusts.
Eco Africa Sendung | Sandrah Twinoburyo

Welcome to the newest edition of Eco Africa 18.12.2020

On this week's Eco Africa, we visit a man in Ghana who is showing former hunters how to get back to a balanced ecosystem, meet a Masai climate change warrior, and try out backpacks made from pineapples and cacti.

Rätselhaftes Elefantensterben im Okavango Delta, Botswana, Bostwana

Strategies for survival: How to reverse biodiversity loss 04.12.2020

Biodiversity sustains us and all life on Earth. But unchecked human activity is pushing a record number of species to extinction. These strategies are used to bring some back from the brink.
DW Eco Africa | Sandrah Twinoburyo

Welcome to the latest edition of Eco Africa 04.12.2020

On this week's Eco Africa, we look into sustainable forestry practices in Ghana, meet a tireless anti-plastic campaigner in Senegal and learn to love Kenya's endangered vultures.

DW Global Ideas | Koalas in Australia

Koala rescue: 1 orphaned joey, and her species' fight for survival 30.11.2020

When Kailas Wild saved a baby koala, it gave him hope for the future of a whole species under threat.

Pakistan Islamabad Elefant Kaavan

'World's loneliest elephant' Kaavan arrives in Cambodia, greeted by Cher 30.11.2020

A 35-year-old elephant has been transferred to a wildlife sanctuary in Cambodia after his miserable condition at an Islamabad zoo sparked a global outcry. American singer Cher campaigned for his freedom for years.
Japan Löwe im Zoo

Lion cheaper than a pedigree kitten in Japan 25.11.2020

The nation's once-busy zoos face a shrinking customer base, rising costs and a surplus of an attraction that has the reputation of being the king of the jungle. Julian Ryall reports from Tokyo.
DW EcoAfrica Moderatorin Sandrah Twinoburyo

Welcome to the latest edition of Eco Africa 20.11.2020

On this week's Eco Africa, we check out Burkina Faso's efforts to plug the electricity gap with renewable energy, recycling waste oil and reinventing mobility.
China Afrikanische Schweinepest | Symbolbild Schweine in Shenzhen

After coronavirus: Our relationship with meat and the next pandemic 20.11.2020

All pandemics in recorded human history have come via the animal kingdom. With mutations abounding and our interaction with wildlife widening, when are we finally going to address the sick animal in the room?
DW Sendung Global 3000 | Südafrika

South Africa encourages nature protection with tax breaks 17.11.2020

Climate change and a lack of funds for conservation are endangering South Africa's unique wildlife. The country is looking to tax breaks to encourage land conservation.

Indien Brand in Ölquelle bedroht Ökologie in Assam

Major fire at India's Baghjan oil field extinguished after 6 months 17.11.2020

The Oil India well caught fire back in June and totally dousing the blazes took months. The Wildlife Institute of India believes that the fire will have a major impact on the environment of a nearby national park.
Check in Lukas Stege

Hiking along the Rennsteig ridge 06.11.2020

Lukas Stege has been gripped by wanderlust. He crosses the Thuringian Forest along the Rennsteig trail. It takes him through colorful autumn woodlands, past castles, mountains, rivers and wildlife observation points.
BG Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2020 | Arthur Telle-Thiemann

Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards: Wildlife conservation with a smile 27.10.2020

The winners of this year's Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards have been revealed. Here's a look at some of the photos that made us laugh in 2020.
Philippinen Manila | Manila Bay

Philippines: Artificial white sandy beach could spell eco disaster 26.10.2020

An artificial beach strip in Manila Bay has environmentalists up in arms. Scientists warn its dolomite sand could harm people's health and marine wildlife.
DW Eco Africa Sandrah Twinoburyo

Welcome to the newest edition of Eco Africa 16.10.2020

On this week's Eco Africa, we check out Uganda's mountain gorilla baby boom, cutting food waste by extending fruit's shelf life and South Africa's virtual safaris.
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