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Habitats News

Habitats

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

  • South Sudan seeks millions for war-hit wildlife

    Tue, Jan 18 2011 at 7:59 AM

    As it forms its own country, south Sudan is looking to build a wildlife habitat to attract tourists.

  • Bighorn sheep start new year in new Texas home

    Sun, Dec 26 2010 at 2:35 PM

    Dozens of desert bighorn sheep move to Texas as part of wildlife restoration efforts.

  • Russia offers China Amur leopard cooperation

    Sat, Dec 11 2010 at 10:46 AM

    Concerned about poaching and logging, Russia proposes Russian-Chinese habitat for the endangered cat.

  • Mountain gorilla population grows

    Tue, Dec 07 2010 at 6:52 AM

    Gorilla population has increased to 786 since 2003.

  • Ant oases found on NYC street medians

    Tue, Nov 09 2010 at 2:04 PM

    Looking for ants in the Big Apple? Try Broadway.

  • Assignment Earth: Pikas and climate change

    Fri, Oct 29 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Video: The American pika faces a bleak future as temperatures rise and snow cover disappears.

  • Assignment Earth: Salvaging a habitat for tigers

    Wed, Oct 13 2010 at 3:35 PM

    Video: The Dandeli Anshi Tiger Reserve, a critical forest habitat for wildlife, is being restored by authorities.

  • Battle over U.S. Arctic refuge's future heats up

    Fri, Oct 01 2010 at 5:14 PM

    Draft of government's plan about the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is expected next year.

  • Wildlife claws back in Singapore, with a little help

    Fri, Oct 01 2010 at 11:58 AM

    Country is home to 2,000 plant species, 57 mammal species, 98 reptile species and 25 amphibian species.

  • How will you recognize World Habitat Day?

    Mon, Sep 27 2010 at 2:00 PM

    Get involved to help Habitat for Humanity spread awareness about the need for improved shelter around the world.

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