The Galapagos Islands have successfully removed over 140,000 invasive goats across three regions through a $10.5 million operation, utilizing 'Judas goats' with transmitters to locate and eliminate the remaining population, leading to the rejuvenation of native plant species and habitats for wildlife such as the Galápagos rail.
Canberra resident Nicci Carlson, living with autoimmune conditions, fears NDIS cuts will strip her support and that of 240,000 participants, prompting protests and political debate.
Queensland's proposed State Development and Public Works Organisation (Critical Minerals) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 raises fears among landowners and environmental groups of land seizure and bypassing environmental laws for "state strategic projects," despite government assurances.
West African countries, including Senegal, Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, are increasing anti-LGBTQ+ laws, with Ghana passing a similar bill. This trend is driven by local political opportunism, military juntas, and international conservative groups, leading to severe impacts on the LGBTQ+ community and hindering HIV prevention efforts.
As California faces another intense wildfire season, 400 goats and sheep are grazing 180 acres in northeast Fresno to clear invasive yellow star-thistle. This eight-week program, led by the City of Fresno and Sierra RCD, reduces wildfire risk and aids native habitat restoration.
Researchers found that goats, like young children, can follow the direction of a human voice to locate a hidden item. This ability, not seen in chimpanzees but present in dogs, suggests a link to domestication. Goats successfully found treats 60% of the time when researchers spoke excitedly in the direction of the baited container.
Screwworm cases are increasing in the US, with 12 confirmed animal infections across Texas and New Mexico. Agricultural experts warn of serious consequences for the beef industry, while USDA urges vigilance and releases sterile flies to combat the parasite.
A dispute in Mira Road, Thane, over housing goats for Bakrid rituals in a residential society escalated into protests, scuffles, and a bizarre pig-carrying incident, requiring police intervention to restore order.
Srinagar's agricultural university has welcomed Swiss Saanen goats, sparking immense interest for their high milk yield with less feed. These docile animals, capable of producing five to six litres daily, are being studied for their adaptability to Kashmir's climate and potential for crossbreeding with local breeds. Researchers believe they could revolutionize dairy farming, even for urban households.
