https://releasedwild.com/2026-08-21https://releasedwild.com/share-home.svg https://releasedwild.com/news/automated-societies-without-humans/2026-08-21https://releasedwild.com/share-automated-societies-without-humans.svgA white dog looks through a chain-link fence in an outdoor setting. Wildlife Rescue PetsThe officialism has given in to pressure from citizen organizations and will modify the project of the Law of Societies to require at least one physical or legal person responsible for automated... https://releasedwild.com/news/mobile-hatcheries-aid-queen/2026-08-21https://releasedwild.com/share-mobile-hatcheries-aid-queen.svgA leopard laying on the ground with a fish in its mouth. Wildlife RescueQueen conch populations are declining due to overharvesting, habitat degradation, and climate change. Researchers are using mobile hatcheries to protect the species and engage Caribbean... https://releasedwild.com/news/bangladesh-garment-factories-slow/2026-08-21https://releasedwild.com/share-bangladesh-garment-factories-slow.svgA cheetah sits outdoors with sunlight highlighting its spots, presenting a mix of calm and...Despite having significant potential, less than one-third of garment factories in Bangladesh have adopted renewable energy technologies, including rooftop solar, due to barriers such as financing... https://releasedwild.com/news/remembering-wildlife-shines-spotlight/2026-08-21https://releasedwild.com/share-remembering-wildlife-shines-spotlight.svgA sleeping baby squirrel resting in hands, showcasing warmth and tenderness. Wildlife RescueMargot Raggett, a British wildlife photographer, created the book 'Remembering Elephants' to raise awareness about the potential extinction of elephants and to support conservation efforts. Her... https://releasedwild.com/news/cougars-reduce-deer-vehicle/2026-08-20https://releasedwild.com/share-cougars-reduce-deer-vehicle.svgDove, bird, fountain, nature, water jet, drink. Wildlife Rescue close upA new study finds that the presence of cougars in a landscape can reduce deer-vehicle collisions by up to 76%, highlighting the importance of coexistence with large carnivores. (Source: Mongabay) https://releasedwild.com/news/importance-champions-endangered-species/2026-08-20https://releasedwild.com/share-importance-champions-endangered-species.svgCat, animal, nature, pet, rescue, studio. Wildlife RescueConservationist Bill Konstant emphasizes the need for strong local leadership, committed species champions, and diverse teams in successful conservation efforts (Source: Mongabay) https://releasedwild.com/news/drug-trafficking-deforestation-threaten/2026-08-20https://releasedwild.com/share-drug-trafficking-deforestation-threaten.svgButterfly, insect, winged insect, butterfly wings, fauna, nature. Wildlife Rescue close upThe Ticuna communities in the Amazon are facing significant threats from drug trafficking and deforestation, which are having a devastating impact on their environment and way of life. https://releasedwild.com/news/orangutans-peril-conservation-efforts/2026-08-20https://releasedwild.com/share-orangutans-peril-conservation-efforts.svgParrot, rose-ringed parakeet, green feathers, little alexander parakeet, red beak, large head...The three critically endangered species of orangutans face numerous threats to their survival, including habitat destruction and human activities (Source: Mongabay) https://releasedwild.com/news/sloth-bears-help-shape/2026-08-20https://releasedwild.com/share-sloth-bears-help-shape.svgThree young lions rest on a sunny day in Africa's wild outdoors, showcasing their majestic...A recent study reveals that sloth bears play a crucial role in structuring India's dry deciduous forests by dispersing viable seeds and influencing plant regeneration. (Source: Mongabay) https://releasedwild.com/news/indigenous-fishers-colombia-rethink/2026-08-20https://releasedwild.com/share-indigenous-fishers-colombia-rethink.svgA close-up outdoor portrait of an ostrich with a blurred natural background. Wildlife Rescue...In Colombia's La Guajira department, Indigenous Wayuu fishers are working with marine biologists to conserve and document shark populations, implementing sustainable fishing practices and... https://releasedwild.com/news/ciwy-historic-jaguar-reintroduction-f87c6073/2026-08-19https://releasedwild.com/share-ciwy-historic-jaguar-reintroduction-f87c6073.svgAdorable dog in a cage at an animal shelter looking pensively outside. Wildlife Rescue PetsThe Comunidad Inti Wara Yassi (CIWY) has achieved a milestone in wildlife conservation by successfully reintroducing a jaguar into the wild, marking the first such case in Bolivia. Founder Tania... https://releasedwild.com/news/heavy-rains-trigger-mudslides-1188b886/2026-08-19https://releasedwild.com/share-heavy-rains-trigger-mudslides-1188b886.svgAnimal welfare, gorilla, locked, sad, protection of species, animal rescue. Wildlife RescueIntense rainfall in Chile has caused mudslides, landslides, and evacuations in northern regions, leaving at least one person dead and disrupting infrastructure. Authorities have responded by... https://releasedwild.com/news/egypt-deserts-highlight-importance-c5d0bbb2/2026-08-19https://releasedwild.com/share-egypt-deserts-highlight-importance-c5d0bbb2.svgA close-up of a wallaby eating from a person's hand at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Wildlife RescueEgypt's deserts are often perceived as empty spaces, but they are actually living landscapes with a rich ecological and cultural heritage. Conservation efforts in these areas can be improved by... https://releasedwild.com/news/brazil-wildlife-faces-growing/2026-08-19https://releasedwild.com/share-brazil-wildlife-faces-growing.svgA tiny newborn rabbit sleeping peacefully in a human hand. Wildlife RescueMultiple species in Brazil are facing significant threats due to various factors such as drought, deforestation, and overfishing. (Source: Mongabay Latam) https://releasedwild.com/news/bolivia-brazil-highway-raises/2026-08-19https://releasedwild.com/share-bolivia-brazil-highway-raises.svgIntimate close-up of a baby squirrel being hand-fed with a syringe, displaying care and...A proposed highway connecting Bolivia and Brazil, aimed at boosting agrarian businesses, has sparked worries among experts about deforestation and land-use changes in the Chiquitano forest, a... https://releasedwild.com/news/guanacos-santa-cruz-argentina/2026-08-18https://releasedwild.com/share-guanacos-santa-cruz-argentina.svgClose-up of a newborn sparrow chick resting gently in a human hand outdoors. Wildlife RescueA recent study on the guanaco population in Santa Cruz, Argentina, estimates that around 2 million individuals inhabit the province during the cold season and approximately 1.8 million during the... https://releasedwild.com/news/latin-america-takes-center/2026-08-17https://releasedwild.com/share-latin-america-takes-center.svgA rusted metal water trough in a sun-baked field, cracked earth visible in the shallow water...At the UNCCD COP17 in Ulan Bator, Latin American nations will highlight the twin threats of land degradation and climate extremes, with experts warning of food insecurity, water scarcity and... https://releasedwild.com/news/undercover-cameras-expose-illegal/2026-08-17https://releasedwild.com/share-undercover-cameras-expose-illegal.svgA discarded Chilean sea bass lies on a weathered wooden dock, partially covered by a torn...Investigations reveal widespread illegal discards of critically endangered fish species by industrial fishing vessels in Chile, despite mandatory camera monitoring. Legal cases against companies... https://releasedwild.com/news/colombia-indigenous-leader-juli-402368/2026-08-17https://releasedwild.com/share-colombia-indigenous-leader-juli-402368.svgA close-up of a restaurant table with a half-eaten plate of food, a spilled glass, and a...Julián Gutiérrez, a prominent indigenous leader from the Nasa people, was killed in a targeted attack at a restaurant in Colombia. The incident has sparked concerns about the safety of indigenous... https://releasedwild.com/news/mercury-contamination-peruvian-amazon-e1b7e1/2026-08-17https://releasedwild.com/share-mercury-contamination-peruvian-amazon-e1b7e1.svgA close-up of a vibrant green beetle with iridescent wing covers, perched on a damp...A new study in Nature reveals how mercury from gold mining accumulates in insects across the Peruvian Amazon, with contamination levels varying by diet and proximity to mining. Insects in heavily... https://releasedwild.com/news/sacred-hills-colombia-amazonia-81ce36/2026-08-17https://releasedwild.com/share-sacred-hills-colombia-amazonia-81ce36.svgA majestic harpy eagle perched atop a gnarled, ancient tree trunk in the midst of the Colombian...A team of photographers and journalists from Mongabay Latam embarked on a journey to explore the sacred hills of Guainía, Colombia, and to document the efforts of the indigenous communities to... https://releasedwild.com/news/wildlife-rescue-global-updates-23f9ae/2026-08-16https://releasedwild.com/share-wildlife-rescue-global-updates-23f9ae.svgLifebuoy, safety, ring, save, help, rescue. Wildlife Rescue equipmentThis week's wildlife rescue news highlights conservation efforts and environmental concerns from around the world. From Chile's illegal fishing practices to Peru's proposed legislation that could... https://releasedwild.com/news/environmental-concerns-grow-mexico-ccb4a2/2026-08-16https://releasedwild.com/share-environmental-concerns-grow-mexico-ccb4a2.svgRescue helicopter, signal colors, red, yellow, gaudy, multicoloured. Wildlife RescueMexico faces growing environmental concerns over fracking, oil exploration, chemical spills, and ammonia production, with experts warning of potential impacts on water, health, and territories. https://releasedwild.com/news/el-ni-understanding-climate-b526a8/2026-08-16https://releasedwild.com/share-el-ni-understanding-climate-b526a8.svgA cute dog relaxing in front of an open kennel on a sunny day. Wildlife Rescue PetsDr. Ken Takahashi Guevara, a leading scientist at the Peruvian Geophysical Institute, explains the origins, characteristics, and expected impacts of the 2026 El Niño phenomenon in Latin America... https://releasedwild.com/news/wildlife-rescue-community-led-a9d801/2026-08-16https://releasedwild.com/share-wildlife-rescue-community-led-a9d801.svgA volunteer feeds cats at an animal shelter, showcasing pet care and adoption efforts. Wildlife...Conservation efforts led by local communities and scientists have helped to recover populations of three endangered bird species in Latin America. (Source: Mongabay Latam) https://releasedwild.com/news/chile-constitutional-court-blocks-e0feef/2026-08-16https://releasedwild.com/share-chile-constitutional-court-blocks-e0feef.svgLife, saving, ocean, save, help, emergency. Wildlife Rescue equipmentChile's Constitutional Court has ruled against changes to the country's environmental regulations, dealing a blow to the government's efforts to overhaul the system. (Source: Mongabay Latam) https://releasedwild.com/news/drones-raptors-balancing-monitoring-c8af1e/2026-08-16https://releasedwild.com/share-drones-raptors-balancing-monitoring-c8af1e.svgLion, animal, mane, big cat, mammal, male. Wildlife Rescue close upA decade-long study across eight Latin American countries shows that while drones can access hard-to-reach raptor nests, 81 % of species observed reacted to the aircraft, with stronger responses... https://releasedwild.com/encontraste-un-animal/2026-08-21 https://releasedwild.com/especies/2026-08-21 https://releasedwild.com/trafico-y-conflicto/2026-08-21 https://releasedwild.com/news/2026-08-20 https://releasedwild.com/topics/sec-encontraste-un-animal/2026-08-21 https://releasedwild.com/topics/sec-especies/2026-08-21 https://releasedwild.com/topics/sec-news/2026-08-20 https://releasedwild.com/topics/sec-trafico-y-conflicto/2026-08-21 https://releasedwild.com/about/ https://releasedwild.com/sources-and-methods/ https://releasedwild.com/corrections/