DOE, University of Tehran co-op to monitor wildlife diseases

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) and the University of Tehran have developed a joint specialized team to sample and manage wildlife diseases.

Khalkhal holds winter festival

TEHRAN-- The 12th Khalkhal winter sports and games festival was held in a snowy atmosphere with the message of preserving the environment and wildlife of the region on Friday.

DOE expounds on measures for preservation of biodiversity 

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has elaborated on achievements and measures taken by the administration to protect the biodiversity, ecosystem, and endangered species in the country.

‘Iran's wildlife reserves hosting at least 27 Asiatic cheetahs’

TEHRAN – Twenty-seven Asiatic cheetahs have been spotted so far in wildlife reserves across the country, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has stated.

DOE launches working group to combat wildlife trafficking in cyberspace

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has established a working group to monitor wildlife cybercrimes and combat illegal wildlife trade, an official with the DOE has said.

War impacts on environment: blasts pose risks to wildlife

TEHRAN – Just as war affects people's physical, and mental well-being, and results in many challenges, its impacts on environment is known even to be worse, posing significant risks to wildlife survival.

Spring rainfalls revive Lake Urmia’s reservoirs for wildlife

TEHRAN – Recent precipitations in spring have restored Lake Urmia's reservoirs, with 550,000 litres of water being stored for the wildlife, Behzad Shir-Panjeh, head of National Park of Lake Urmia, has said.

By Afshin Majlesi

Discover Shurgol wetland: a sanctuary for birds, wildlife, and nature lovers

TEHRAN – Shurgol wetland in northwest Iran is a favored destination for nature lovers and eco-tourists due to its rich biodiversity and unique landscapes.