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conservation

[kon-ser-vey-shuhn] / ˌkɒn sərˈveɪ ʃən /


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South Australia is home to a booming koala population, but researchers warn that this apparent conservation success could eventually turn into a serious problem.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“There will be winners and losers for sure,” said Heather Schneider, director of conservation at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, whose work includes studying and protecting rare plants on the island.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

This would come as a bridge payment before the Congress passes a farm bill, a massive piece of legislation that sets U.S. agricultural, nutrition, conservation, and rural development policies for several years.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

It added alongside being part of the breeding programme, Shaldon Wildlife Trust directly supported the protection of the animals in the wild through their field conservation partner, the Lemur Conservation Association.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Far away I see the glow of Erudite headquarters, their lights violating our energy conservation laws.

From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth




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