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Rare New Britain Goshawk Rediscovered Amid Conservation Urgency

2/5/2025

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After a 55-year absence from the lens, the New Britain Goshawk has been captured on camera, reigniting hope for this rare bird from Papua New Guinea. The World Wildlife Fund's confirmation underscores the urgent need for conservation efforts as agriculture and logging threaten the island's rich biodiversity. With COP16 approaching in 2024, updates to the National Biodiversity Strategy are crucial.

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After a 55-year absence from the lens, the New Britain Goshawk has been captured on camera, reigniting hope for this rare bird from Papua New Guinea. The World Wildlife Fund's confirmation underscores the urgent need for conservation efforts as agriculture and logging threaten the island's rich biodiversity. With COP16 approaching in 2024, updates to the National Biodiversity Strategy are crucial.