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Shark mauls woman in rare Sydney Harbour attack
Shark mauls woman in rare Sydney Harbour attack
Tuesday 30 January 2024 09:45 AM
SYDNEY: A shark mauled a woman swimmer in the first attack in Sydney Harbour in 15 years, officials said today (Jan 30), sending her to hospital with a “serious” leg injury.
Turtle eggs laid in Karon for first time in over a decade
Turtle eggs laid in Karon for first time in over a decade
Sunday 28 January 2024 10:00 AM
PHUKET: Officials from the Andaman Sea and Coastal Resources Research and Development Center have expressed their delight at the news of an olive ridley sea turtle laying eggs at Karon Beach for the first time in over a decade.
More turtle eggs at Khao Lampi National Park
More turtle eggs at Khao Lampi National Park
Sunday 24 December 2023 03:00 PM
PHUKET: Officials have confirmed another turtle nest at Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park in Thai Muang District, Phang Nga, north of Phuket.
Phuket hosts WWF sustainability seminar
Phuket hosts WWF sustainability seminar
Sunday 24 December 2023 10:00 AM
PHUKET: A nationwide project being driven by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) took place in Phuket on Friday (Dec 22) with the aim of raising awareness of environmental sustainability among tourists.
Environment Minister pays visit to Sirinath National Park
Environment Minister pays visit to Sirinath National Park
Sunday 22 October 2023 02:00 PM
PHUKET: The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Pol. Gen. Patcharawat Wongsuwan, paid a visit to Phuket yesterday (Oct 21) to inspect Sirinath National Park before heading to the Royal Thai Army’s Andaman Sea base.
New dive spot hopes to lessen pressure on local reefs
New dive spot hopes to lessen pressure on local reefs
Sunday 22 October 2023 12:00 PM
PHUKET: A new diving attraction has officially been declared near Racha Yai Island which authorities hope will lessen the pressure on nearby coral reefs ahead of the high tourist season.
Analysis report to cover impact of Phuket airport development
Analysis report to cover impact of Phuket airport development
Thursday 19 October 2023 02:59 PM
PHUKET: The Phuket office of the Airports of Thailand (AOT) had a meeting this morning (Oct 19) to study the potential environmental and community impact of proposed development plans for Phuket airport.
Intel unit to help curb illegal wildlife trade
Intel unit to help curb illegal wildlife trade
Wednesday 18 October 2023 08:30 AM
BANGKOK: The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has set up an intelligence unit to help suppress the illegal trade in wildlife.
Two wild elephants electrocuted
Two wild elephants electrocuted
Friday 13 October 2023 01:11 PM
SURAT THANI: A woman has been charged with violating the Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act after two wild elephants were electrocuted by a live wire stretched around her durian plantation to protect her fruit trees.
Artificial reef innovation under way
Artificial reef innovation under way
Saturday 30 September 2023 11:01 AM
BANGKOK: The Department of Fisheries and PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP) have signed an agreement on developing artificial reefs from carbon dioxide-based mineral stones.
Phuket expats drive crypto animal welfare, rescue first elephant
Phuket expats drive crypto animal welfare, rescue first elephant
Saturday 30 September 2023 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket expats Daniel Villota and Vicki Kiely have launched an elephant rescue project that has already resulted in its first successful mission, the rescue of a 55-year-old bull elephant in Chiang Mai, which is being heralded as the world’s first-ever tokenized elephant rescue.
Humpback whale spotted off coast of Phuket
Humpback whale spotted off coast of Phuket
Thursday 24 August 2023 02:13 PM
PHUKET: An extremely rare sighting of a humpback whale was reported off the coast of Phuket this morning (Aug 24) by the owner of a tour boat company.
New species of snake found in Peru named after Harrison Ford
New species of snake found in Peru named after Harrison Ford
Friday 18 August 2023 07:38 AM
LIMA: Scientists working in Peru have named a new species of snake after Harrison Ford in honour of the “Indiana Jones” actor’s support for conservation work.
Phuket prepares to honour His Majesty the King’s birthday
Phuket prepares to honour His Majesty the King’s birthday
Thursday 27 July 2023 04:30 PM
PHUKET: Several temples across the island underwent a series of extensive cleaning campaigns today (July 27) as Phuket prepares to honour His Majesty the King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s 71st birthday tomorrow.
King donates to Sak Surin rehabilitation
King donates to Sak Surin rehabilitation
Wednesday 5 July 2023 09:45 AM
CHIANG MAI: His Majesty the King has granted financial support for the medical treatment of repatriated jumbo, Sak Surin, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa said yesterday (July 4).
Neglected elephant boards jumbo flight home to Thailand
Neglected elephant boards jumbo flight home to Thailand
Monday 3 July 2023 07:37 AM
COLOMBO: An elephant gifted to Sri Lanka two decades ago was flown back to Thailand yesterday (July 2) after a diplomatic spat over the animal’s alleged mistreatment.
Dolphin spotted in Tha Jeen Canal
Dolphin spotted in Tha Jeen Canal
Thursday 15 June 2023 01:29 PM
PHUKET: A bottlenose dolphin was seen swimming in Tha Jeen Canal on the east side of Phuket Town this morning (June 15) with locals airing concerns for its safety.
Thai coconut milk producers call for Peta response
Thai coconut milk producers call for Peta response
Wednesday 14 June 2023 07:11 AM
BANGKOK: A group of Thai coconut milk producers has urged the government to act fast and hire a lobbyist to move against Peta (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) after the animal rights group made fresh accusations concerning domestic farmers’ treatment of monkeys.
Phuket celebrates World Ocean Day
Phuket celebrates World Ocean Day
Friday 9 June 2023 12:24 PM
PHUKET: A ceremony was held at Patong Beach yesterday (June 8) to acknowledge World Ocean Day with officials sounding calls for more to be done to protect the marine environment.
Injured turtle rescued in Phang Nga, recovers in Phuket
Injured turtle rescued in Phang Nga, recovers in Phuket
Saturday 3 June 2023 09:00 AM
PHUKET: An injured olive ridley sea turtle was discovered at Thai Mueang Beach in Phang Nga province on Thursday (June 1) and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Phuket Marine Biological Centre (PMBC). The young turtle lost one of its flippers after getting entangled in fishing nets, wildlife experts believe.

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