Species conservation is super cool. Don’t take our word for it, listen to the Conservation Calls podcast. Created for youth, by youth, join our team as we explore the world, uncover amazing species, and share inspiring discoveries. Tune in for a wild ride with humour, passion, and excitement!
Eagle Eye Adventure: It’s not all black and white for this majestic raptor
July 2, 2025
Meet the incredible Black-and-chestnut Eagle, a stunning bird of prey facing serious challenges like human-eagle conflicts, hunting, and habitat loss. This elusive neo-tropical raptor is one of the least-studied species, hidden in dense montane forests. But there’s hope!The Last Bloom: The Story of Ecuador's Wildflower Wonder
May 28, 2025
We often hear about the amazing world of animals on our Conservation Calls podcast, but let’s not forget that plants have some pretty cool stories too… Take the critically endangered wildflower, Gasteranthus extinctus, for example, which is only found in the Centinela...Meet Tyrone the sole Mindo survivor
April 28, 2025
There’s nothing quite like rediscovering a species thought to be lost forever, especially one that faced a deadly fungus! Enter Atelopus mindoensis, a.k.a. the Mindo Harlequin Toad. Meet Tyrone, the incredible sole survivor (or is he…?) of the Mindo...Echoes in the dark: Cave biodiversity battles
March 26, 2025
In this episode, we meet Dr. Iva Njunjic, a cave biologist who has explored over 300 caves across Europe and Asia, where she’s discovered species new to science! And don’t worry, cave animals are small and not scary at all. ...Mexican Miracle: The fight to save the Kangaroo rat!
February 26, 2025
The Kangaroo rat has a unique appearance, with its distinctive hind legs significantly longer than its front, giving it a resemblance to a kangaroo. However, its tale of survival is even more remarkable. Once thought to be extinct for 30...Petrel Power: Wings of hope for the Bermuda cahow!
January 29, 2025
This month, we learn of an incredible tale of a petrel in Bermuda, which was thought to be extinct for over 300 years! Thanks to Nonsuch Expeditions, along with the support of the MBZ Fund and Dolphin Energy, JP Rouja...Voices of Change: 15 Years of Conservation Impact
December 18, 2024
This episode of Conservation Calls is especially meaningful! It celebrates 15 years of species conservation, featuring some words of wisdom from our amazing grant recipients. The highlight of the podcast is a powerful poem titled “If the Fund Had a...Whispers in the Shadows: The Omani Owl’s Fight for Survival in Wadi Wurayah
November 11, 2024
This episode focuses on the important story of owl conservation in the stunning Wadi Wurayah National Park in Fujairah, featuring the elusive and extremely rare Omani Owl as the star. Join Park Ranger Sami Majeed and our Repton podcast...Coexisting with Giants: Navigating Wild Cat-Human Conflict in Indonesia
September 26, 2024
This episode of MBZ’s Conservation Calls is roaring with excitement as we explore how Panthera and project partner Sintas Indonesia are mitigating human-wild cat conflict in the Leuser Ecosystem. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a vast area where humans...Toad Warriors: The Fight for South Africa's Amphibian Future!
August 26, 2024
In this episode, we’re diving into the awesome world of the Western Leopard Toad! Nature Connect in South Africa has come up with a brilliant plan to protect this fascinating and endangered species. Get ready to uncover all the exciting...Manatee Mavericks: Safeguarding Senegal's Gentle Giants!
July 24, 2024
Get ready for an epic podcast adventure filled with intrigue and a hint of enigma! This time, we're diving into the world of the rare and elusive - the African manatees. Join us as we uncover the unique collaboration between...Bolivian Bird Guardians: Protecting the Sky's Colorful Treasures!
June 27, 2024
This episode features an incredible story of how Asociación Armonía is working to protect the critically endangered Red-fronted Macaws in Bolivia. With only 1,200 individuals left, they are implementing various initiatives like safeguarding breeding cliffs, adding nesting boxes, and restoring...Hawaiian Drone Defenders: Soaring to Save cool plant Species!
June 3, 2024
This episode dives into the incredible journey of an MBZF-supported project. The National Tropical Botanical Garden are using cutting-edge technology, to rediscover plants once thought extinct in the most remote and hard-to-reach places on the Island of Hawaii. It’s a...Conservation calls, the podcast
April 5, 2024
Raising youth awareness on in situ conservation is key for nurturing future environmental stewards. Teaching them about protecting species in their natural habitats empowers them to grasp the link between ecosystems, biodiversity, and human welfare. This realisation sparked a collaborative...
Wrightoporia araucariae is a wood-decaying fungus with a flat, resupinate form, typically tound on dead trunks and branches of Araucaria angustifolia. Its subtle appearance makes it difficult to detect in the field. Classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN, the species is known from only five records and faces threats to both its host and its shrinking habitat —the endangered Araucaria Forest.
To address this, the MIND.Funga research group at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), with support from the MBZ Fund, is leading a conservation project. The initiative aims to map its distribution, sequence its DNA, and explore ex-situ cultivation.
Despite numerous expeditions, no new individuals have been found. increasing concerns about its survival and prompting deeper investigation
into its ecological needs and threats.
🔬Researchers: Dr. Elisandro Drechsler dos Santos, Dr. Daniela Werner, Dr. Mateus Reck, Dr. Mauro Westphalen, Dr. Genivaldo Alves-Silva, Biol. Kelmer Martins-Cunha
📹 Mateus Mendonça
#Wrightoporiaaraucariae #Biodiversity #AraucariaForest # AtlanticForest #RareSpecies #MINDfunga # UFSC #BrazilianFunga #RioGrandedoSul #SantaCatarina #Parana #mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation
#speciesconservationfund #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #fungi
Wrightoporia araucariae is a wood-decaying fungus with a flat, resupinate form, typically tound on dead trunks and branches of Araucaria angustifolia. Its subtle appearance makes it difficult to detect in the field. Classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN, the species is known from only five records and faces threats to both its host and its shrinking habitat —the endangered Araucaria Forest.
To address this, the MIND.Funga research group at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), with support from the MBZ Fund, is leading a conservation project. The initiative aims to map its distribution, sequence its DNA, and explore ex-situ cultivation.
Despite numerous expeditions, no new individuals have been found. increasing concerns about its survival and prompting deeper investigation
into its ecological needs and threats.
🔬Researchers: Dr. Elisandro Drechsler dos Santos, Dr. Daniela Werner, Dr. Mateus Reck, Dr. Mauro Westphalen, Dr. Genivaldo Alves-Silva, Biol. Kelmer Martins-Cunha
📹 Mateus Mendonça
#Wrightoporiaaraucariae #Biodiversity #AraucariaForest # AtlanticForest #RareSpecies #MINDfunga # UFSC #BrazilianFunga #RioGrandedoSul #SantaCatarina #Parana #mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation
#speciesconservationfund #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #fungi
Exciting news from the beautiful shores of Antigua and Barbuda! We are thrilled to partner with EAG Antigua on a new project in the Northeast Marine Management Area (NEMMA) focused on the critically endangered Antigua Racer. Once the World`s rarest snake, this harmless non- venomous species was saved from the brink of extinction throughdedicated conservation led by the EAG and its partners.
The stunning coralline islands and vibrant marine ecosystems of the NEMMA show the power of rewilding, but threats from tourism, development and invasive species persist. This initiative helps implement the Antiguan Racer Conservation Action Plan, focused on monitoring, translocation, biosecurity, and habitat restoration and
community outreach to ensure a safer future for this unique species.
With support from the MBZ Fund, EAG Antigua is dedicated to maintaining the invasive predator-free status of these crucial offshore islands. Together, we`re committed to empowering locals and enhancing conservation efforts to protect one of the Caribbean`s rarest treasures, and
the ecosystems it calls home.
📷 @sherryfilms_
#mbzfund #conservation#worldsnakeday #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #Antigua #snakes #ecologist #fieldwork #wildlife #nature #support environment #Conservation #SaveOurSnakes #AntiguanRacer
#AntiguaandBarbuda #EAGAntigua
Exciting news from the beautiful shores of Antigua and Barbuda! We are thrilled to partner with EAG Antigua on a new project in the Northeast Marine Management Area (NEMMA) focused on the critically endangered Antigua Racer. Once the World`s rarest snake, this harmless non- venomous species was saved from the brink of extinction throughdedicated conservation led by the EAG and its partners.
The stunning coralline islands and vibrant marine ecosystems of the NEMMA show the power of rewilding, but threats from tourism, development and invasive species persist. This initiative helps implement the Antiguan Racer Conservation Action Plan, focused on monitoring, translocation, biosecurity, and habitat restoration and
community outreach to ensure a safer future for this unique species.
With support from the MBZ Fund, EAG Antigua is dedicated to maintaining the invasive predator-free status of these crucial offshore islands. Together, we`re committed to empowering locals and enhancing conservation efforts to protect one of the Caribbean`s rarest treasures, and
the ecosystems it calls home.
📷 @sherryfilms_
#mbzfund #conservation#worldsnakeday #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #Antigua #snakes #ecologist #fieldwork #wildlife #nature #support environment #Conservation #SaveOurSnakes #AntiguanRacer
#AntiguaandBarbuda #EAGAntigua
A few years ago, the MBZ Fund supported the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation`s environmental education initiative, Club PAN (People, Animals, and Nature). On World Chimpanzee Day, we celebrate their remarkable growth since our support. This innovative programme features Marius, the puppet chimpanzee, guiding children through 11 sessions that address human-wildlife conflicts, the critical endangerment of chimpanzees, and the reduction of illegal bush-meat trade.
Club PAN not only promotes conservation and research efforts in Guinea but also promotes local support for chimpanzee habitat preservation. Since the initiative began in 2007, 14790 children have been educated, and more than 440 teachers have been trained in biodiversity conservation.
Let`s give a big cheer for the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation and their Club PAN initiative that educate kids about local flora and fauna, nurturing their appreciation for biodiversity.
#mbzfund #conservation#worldchimpanzeeday #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies
#wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #chimpanzee #sustainability #uae #Africa #Uganda #wildlife #nature #environment
A few years ago, the MBZ Fund supported the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation`s environmental education initiative, Club PAN (People, Animals, and Nature). On World Chimpanzee Day, we celebrate their remarkable growth since our support. This innovative programme features Marius, the puppet chimpanzee, guiding children through 11 sessions that address human-wildlife conflicts, the critical endangerment of chimpanzees, and the reduction of illegal bush-meat trade.
Club PAN not only promotes conservation and research efforts in Guinea but also promotes local support for chimpanzee habitat preservation. Since the initiative began in 2007, 14790 children have been educated, and more than 440 teachers have been trained in biodiversity conservation.
Let`s give a big cheer for the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation and their Club PAN initiative that educate kids about local flora and fauna, nurturing their appreciation for biodiversity.
#mbzfund #conservation#worldchimpanzeeday #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies
#wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #chimpanzee #sustainability #uae #Africa #Uganda #wildlife #nature #environment
Collaboration is vital for the survival of species that are often on the brink of extinction. Over the years, the MBZ Fund has celebrated numerous success stories, supporting extraordinary species such as the Yangtze giant softshell turtle in Vietnam and the critically endangered Lysimachia iniki, endemic to Hawaii. Another significant initiative focused on the Steppe Whimbrel, a rare bird with only 100 individuals remaining in the wild. This bird migrates to South Africa, and in 2020, a juvenile was spotted in Abu Dhabi, confirming that its migratory routes cross the Arabian shores. Recently, with the generous support of Dolphin Energy, we have intensified our efforts to preserve one of the world’s rarest seabirds in Bermuda and promote hope for Iris conservation in Lebanon during challenging times, among other projects.
As we work to protect our natural world, let’s make collaboration the cornerstone of our conservation efforts, ensuring a brighter future for the planet’s most vulnerable species.
Explore this Shawati feature, which beautifully highlights the collective strength of conservationists and local communities, by accessing the link in our bio.
#mbzfund #conservation #Shawati #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation#collaboration #biodiversity#extinction #sustainability #uae #corporate #wildlife #nature #support #environment
Collaboration is vital for the survival of species that are often on the brink of extinction. Over the years, the MBZ Fund has celebrated numerous success stories, supporting extraordinary species such as the Yangtze giant softshell turtle in Vietnam and the critically endangered Lysimachia iniki, endemic to Hawaii. Another significant initiative focused on the Steppe Whimbrel, a rare bird with only 100 individuals remaining in the wild. This bird migrates to South Africa, and in 2020, a juvenile was spotted in Abu Dhabi, confirming that its migratory routes cross the Arabian shores. Recently, with the generous support of Dolphin Energy, we have intensified our efforts to preserve one of the world’s rarest seabirds in Bermuda and promote hope for Iris conservation in Lebanon during challenging times, among other projects.
As we work to protect our natural world, let’s make collaboration the cornerstone of our conservation efforts, ensuring a brighter future for the planet’s most vulnerable species.
Explore this Shawati feature, which beautifully highlights the collective strength of conservationists and local communities, by accessing the link in our bio.
#mbzfund #conservation #Shawati #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation#collaboration #biodiversity#extinction #sustainability #uae #corporate #wildlife #nature #support #environment
With the support of MBZ Fund and CONAF’s technical expertise, Oikonos has made significant strides in the recovery of the Critically Endangered Juan Fernández Firecrown in Chile. The grant enabled us to advance habitat restoration and expand population monitoring using acoustic devices, which are helping identify new breeding and foraging sites on Robinson Crusoe Island, the species’ only home.
These efforts will directly guide future conservation actions, as the high activity indexes detected through acoustic monitoring will allow us to prioritize areas and expand the scope of habitat restoration and other targeted solutions, focusing on sites most critical for the species’ survival.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity#bird #firecrown #sustainability #uae #Chile #wildlife #nature #environment
With the support of MBZ Fund and CONAF’s technical expertise, Oikonos has made significant strides in the recovery of the Critically Endangered Juan Fernández Firecrown in Chile. The grant enabled us to advance habitat restoration and expand population monitoring using acoustic devices, which are helping identify new breeding and foraging sites on Robinson Crusoe Island, the species’ only home.
These efforts will directly guide future conservation actions, as the high activity indexes detected through acoustic monitoring will allow us to prioritize areas and expand the scope of habitat restoration and other targeted solutions, focusing on sites most critical for the species’ survival.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity#bird #firecrown #sustainability #uae #Chile #wildlife #nature #environment
With the generous backing of the MBZ Fund, project manager Daniel Hagos Berhe and his research team are on a mission to conserve the globally endangered Aloe adigratana, known locally as Ire Habesha, in the ecologically fragile dry Afromontane regions of the Horn of Africa. This vital support empowers them to ensure the long-term survival of this remarkable species through a multifaceted approach that includes:
* Identifying and mitigating threats to its survival
* Assessing the current conservation status of Aloe adigratana and other rare species
* Raising awareness and actively engaging local communities in nature conservation efforts
* Establishing local, national, and international networks for collaborative conservation
* Evaluating the status of other endangered plants and animal species
* Enriching the iNaturalist database with valuable data
* Expanding research capabilities through innovative Citizen Science initiatives
This vital support will aid Daniel to make significant strides in nature conservation and creating stewards to lobby for the protection of the Aloe adigratana.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #plants #aloe #sustainability #uae #Africa #wildlife #nature #environment
With the generous backing of the MBZ Fund, project manager Daniel Hagos Berhe and his research team are on a mission to conserve the globally endangered Aloe adigratana, known locally as Ire Habesha, in the ecologically fragile dry Afromontane regions of the Horn of Africa. This vital support empowers them to ensure the long-term survival of this remarkable species through a multifaceted approach that includes:
* Identifying and mitigating threats to its survival
* Assessing the current conservation status of Aloe adigratana and other rare species
* Raising awareness and actively engaging local communities in nature conservation efforts
* Establishing local, national, and international networks for collaborative conservation
* Evaluating the status of other endangered plants and animal species
* Enriching the iNaturalist database with valuable data
* Expanding research capabilities through innovative Citizen Science initiatives
This vital support will aid Daniel to make significant strides in nature conservation and creating stewards to lobby for the protection of the Aloe adigratana.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #plants #aloe #sustainability #uae #Africa #wildlife #nature #environment
The ecosystems we support are rich with incredible biodiversity, where each species depends on one another for survival. Our Malayan Tiger project in Pahang State, Malaysia, in partnership with Enggang Management Services, highlights this interconnectedness. While our primary goal is to save the Malayan Tiger for future generations, this initiative also helps preserve other species essential for the tiger’s survival.
Initial data from 184 paired camera trap stations at the Al-Sultan Abdullah Royal Tiger Reserve confirmed at least 15 adult tigers, including seven males and six females, with two additional individuals yet to be determined. In January 2025, footage revealed the first set of cubs. Alongside the tiger data, the cameras captured at least 36 mammal species and 13 bird species, highlights the significant biodiversity within the reserve.
📸 @pantheracats
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #mammal #tiger #malayantiger #sustainability #uae #malaysia #wildlife #nature #environment
The ecosystems we support are rich with incredible biodiversity, where each species depends on one another for survival. Our Malayan Tiger project in Pahang State, Malaysia, in partnership with Enggang Management Services, highlights this interconnectedness. While our primary goal is to save the Malayan Tiger for future generations, this initiative also helps preserve other species essential for the tiger’s survival.
Initial data from 184 paired camera trap stations at the Al-Sultan Abdullah Royal Tiger Reserve confirmed at least 15 adult tigers, including seven males and six females, with two additional individuals yet to be determined. In January 2025, footage revealed the first set of cubs. Alongside the tiger data, the cameras captured at least 36 mammal species and 13 bird species, highlights the significant biodiversity within the reserve.
📸 @pantheracats
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #mammal #tiger #malayantiger #sustainability #uae #malaysia #wildlife #nature #environment
Meet the incredible Black-and-chestnut Eagle, a stunning bird of prey facing serious challenges like human-eagle conflicts, hunting, and habitat loss. This elusive neo-tropical raptor is one of the least-studied species, hidden in dense montane forests. But there’s hope!
In this episode of Conservation Calls, created by the Repton podcast team with support from Chanda Miyanda, we venture to the beautiful Caquetá region of Colombia, where the Andes meet the Amazon. Join Mark Hall and Jorge Muñoz from the Caquetá Association for Ornithology as they unveil an ambitious plan to save this majestic bird.
Listen to this inspiring story where eco-tourism, youth outreach, and community involvement come together to give the Black-and-chestnut Eagle a fighting chance. Check it out through the link in @speciesconservationfund bio.
P.S. Be sure to follow, rate, and share our Conservation Calls podcast. Your support means the world to us!
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #birds #eagle #raptor #sustainability #uae #Colombia #wildlife #nature #podcast #youth #community
Meet the incredible Black-and-chestnut Eagle, a stunning bird of prey facing serious challenges like human-eagle conflicts, hunting, and habitat loss. This elusive neo-tropical raptor is one of the least-studied species, hidden in dense montane forests. But there’s hope!
In this episode of Conservation Calls, created by the Repton podcast team with support from Chanda Miyanda, we venture to the beautiful Caquetá region of Colombia, where the Andes meet the Amazon. Join Mark Hall and Jorge Muñoz from the Caquetá Association for Ornithology as they unveil an ambitious plan to save this majestic bird.
Listen to this inspiring story where eco-tourism, youth outreach, and community involvement come together to give the Black-and-chestnut Eagle a fighting chance. Check it out through the link in @speciesconservationfund bio.
P.S. Be sure to follow, rate, and share our Conservation Calls podcast. Your support means the world to us!
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #birds #eagle #raptor #sustainability #uae #Colombia #wildlife #nature #podcast #youth #community