AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPhoenix Species Project: Leonardo DiCaprio’s Re:wild and the Bezos Earth Fund have launched a $200 million initiative to recover 100 critically endangered species across 30 countries, with Madagascar’s golden-crowned sifaka among the targets. New Madagascar science: After a 12-year search using DNA, museum specimens and micro CT scans, researchers identified seven new diamond frog species (genus Rhombophryne), bringing the total to 27 and highlighting how much of Madagascar’s wildlife remains hidden. SADC leadership shift: South Africa formally assumed the SADC Standing Committee of Senior Officials chair role as Durban prepares to host the 46th SADC summit, with leaders expected to tackle industrialisation, infrastructure, food security and regional integration. Wildlife in captivity: Racine Zoo welcomed two new fosa sisters from Central Florida Zoo, adding to conservation awareness around Madagascar’s vulnerable carnivore.
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