578kg aerial assault on Aussie island destroys ‘unusually large’ pest’s stronghold Yahoo! News October 4, 2026 The Western Australia Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) targeted Beacon and Gun Islands in the Houtman Abrolhos in May, where invasive house mice remained despite the broader national park being largely free of the introduced rodents. Almost 580kg of rodent bait was used across the two islands off mid-coast Western Australia in a … Read More from 578kg aerial assault on Aussie island destroys ‘unusually large’ pest’s stronghold Read Article
Press Release: 158 Endangered Tortoises Released onto Floreana Island, Galápagos for First Time in over 180 Years Island Conservation February 20, 2026 For the first time in more than 180 years, giant tortoises are once again walking the landscapes of Floreana Island. This week, 158 juvenile giant tortoises of Floreana lineage were released into their ancestral habitat, marking a historic milestone for ecological restoration in Galápagos, and for Floreana’s community. … Read More from Press Release: 158 Endangered Tortoises Released onto Floreana Island, Galápagos for First Time in over 180 Years Read Article
A difficult rebirth Science January 15, 2026 On Floreana, efforts are underway to rid the island of invasive rats and cats and restore its native vegetation. The work, which is part of a sprawling $15 million effort decades in the making, is among the most ambitious projects ever mounted to bring an island back to its natural state. In the coming years, … Read More from A difficult rebirth Read Article
