conservation success
Rare White Iberian Lynx Discovered in Spain: A Landmark Conservation Success Story
Oct 30, 2025 06:36 pm CST
In a remarkable conservation breakthrough, the world's first white Iberian lynx has been documented in southern Spain's Jaén mountains. This leucistic wildcat, captured on film by photographer Angel Hidalgo, symbolizes the extraordinary recovery of a species that once numbered fewer than 100 individuals to approximately 2,000 today, showcasing how dedicated conservation efforts can bring endangered species back from the brink of extinction.
Snow Leopard Population Surges 62% in Himachal Pradesh: Conservation Success Story
Oct 03, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Himachal Pradesh's snow leopard population has increased from 51 to 83 in four years, marking a 62% rise according to a recent survey. This conservation success story highlights community involvement in protecting the endangered cats across six monitoring sites covering 26,000 sq km, while also documenting other rare Himalayan wildlife including the first official sighting of Pallas's cat in Kinnaur.