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1. **World’s Largest Tortoise ‘Thriving’ in Seychelles**
The population of Aldabra giant tortoises on Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles has surged to 180,000 individuals—the highest ever recorded. This is a major recovery from the 19th century, when only about 1,000 survived due to persecution. The atoll is one of only two wild habitats for giant tortoises, the other being the Galápagos. Designated a nature reserve since 1982, ongoing conservation efforts have been key to this success. The tortoise population now outnumbers the local human population of 135,000.
2. **Australian Moth Swarms Delighted Scientists**
Bogong moths, once common in New South Wales but dramatically declined due to drought and warming temperatures, have recently experienced a huge resurgence. This return to swarming behavior—where the moths migrate to the mountains in summer and return to lowland breeding grounds in autumn—is believed to be enabled by milder winters and increased rainfall. The species had been listed as endangered in 2021. Scientists have welcomed the phenomenon as a significant ecological recovery and a major animal migration event.
3. **England Published Its ‘Organic Action Plan’**
The UK government plans to increase the share of organic farmland in England to 10% by 2036, up from the current 3.4%. The new organic farming plan aims to support farmers switching to organic methods through public procurement and grant funding. This move responds to biodiversity loss concerns and increased consumer demand for organic produce. England remains one of the most nature-depleted countries, making this shift critical for soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable food production.
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