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A habitat is the natural living or dwelling environment for a particular plant or animal species. Many habitats are ecosystems in and of themselves in which there is a delicate balance of temperature, humidity, flora and fauna; and even the slightest environmental disruption can be dangerous for the native wildlife or organism. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Articles about Habitats

Tiger numbers on the rise in Nepal

Wed, Aug 01 2012 at 9:13 AM

Camera traps took about 300 photographs of tigers in the park in 2011, from which 37 individuals were identified by their unique pattern of stripes.
16 wildlife hotspots in the U.S. that need protecting

Fri, Jul 13 2012 at 9:57 AM

Private land development and highways have had significant impacts on the locations, say environmental advocates.
New African World Heritage site is haven for elephants, gorillas and more

Sat, Jul 07 2012 at 12:06 PM

The new conservation site spans Republic of Congo, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic and links together three of their national parks.
What's new on the menu for Florida's invasive pythons? Bird eggs

Mon, Apr 09 2012 at 11:18 AM

Known for terrorizing rangers and local mammal populations, the rogue snakes are now setting their sights on the eggs of native birds.
Half of giant panda habitat may be gone in 70 years

Wed, Apr 04 2012 at 4:13 PM

While areas well outside the normal panda inhabited regions could support them, conservationists recommend new protected areas for the bears.
Can Europe's butterflies be saved?

Thu, Mar 29 2012 at 4:31 PM

Habitat destruction is fueling a sharp decline in European butterfly populations.
Green turtles find safe haven in Marine Protected Areas

Mon, Mar 19 2012 at 12:13 PM

35 percent of 145 turtles tracked using satellite tags use protected ocean areas for foraging, indicating that the turtles are attracted to the preserved zones.
KAZA: World's largest conservation area created to protect African wildlife

Fri, Mar 16 2012 at 7:32 AM

The preservation area includes the Okavango Delta in Botswana, a wetlands that provides refuge and water to crocodiles, lions, leopards, hyenas and baboons.
Conservationists call for huge Antarctic marine reserve

Tue, Feb 28 2012 at 6:43 AM

The area for the proposed reserve is not only a wildlife hot spot, but is also a critical area for studying climate change.
Earth's last Eden: Haven for chimps, gorillas expands

Tue, Feb 21 2012 at 9:02 AM

The Congo region is home to chimpanzees that are so isolated from human contact that they routinely approach researchers without fear.

MNN - Mother Nature Network

Habitats

Articles about Habitats

Tiger numbers on the rise in Nepal

16 wildlife hotspots in the U.S. that need protecting

New African World Heritage site is haven for elephants, gorillas and more

What's new on the menu for Florida's invasive pythons? Bird eggs

Half of giant panda habitat may be gone in 70 years

Can Europe's butterflies be saved?

Green turtles find safe haven in Marine Protected Areas

KAZA: World's largest conservation area created to protect African wildlife

Conservationists call for huge Antarctic marine reserve

Earth's last Eden: Haven for chimps, gorillas expands

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