A Turning Point for African Hornbills: Why They Were Added to CITES Appendix II

A Turning Point for African Hornbills: Why They Were Added to CITES Appendix II

In December 2025, an important decision was taken at the international level to strengthen the protection of African forest hornbills. Two groups of African hornbills—large, forest-dwelling species long affected by habitat loss and trade—were added to Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This decision …

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Georges-Louis Leclerc and the scientific books he has written

Georges-Louis Leclerc and the scientific books he has written

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, was an 18th-century French naturalist, mathematician, and cosmologist, who is best known for his extensive work in the field of natural history. Born in 1707, Buffon’s works encompassed a wide range of topics, including botany, geology, and zoology. He was one of the most influential figures of his time and …

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A Day at the American Museum of Natural History: A Treasure Trove for Curiosity Seekers

A day at the American Museum of Natural History: A treasure trove for curiosity seekers

As the dedicated curator of Natural History Curiosities, my heart beats for the enigmatic and the extraordinary. Recently, I had the profound pleasure of spending a full day at the American Museum of Natural History in the bustling heart of New York City, surrounded by the very essence of what we strive to share with …

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