SEOUL, March 26 (Korea Bizwire) — The Korea Heritage Service (KHS) announced plans on Tuesday to launch a major research initiative aimed at restoring the population of the jewel beetle, an iridescent insect once prized in ancient Silla-era royal adornments. The jewel beetle, designated as a Natural Monument and a Class I endangered species, is [...]
ULJIN, Aug. 1 (Korea Bizwire) – In the heart of South Korea’s Uljin County, a 600-year-old pine tree known as the “King Pine” is showing signs of distress, prompting forest authorities to launch urgent conservation measures. The majestic tree, standing 14 meters tall atop a mountain peak, is a symbol of the Korean red pine forest [...]
SEOUL, Apr. 23 (Korea Bizwire) — A team of South Korean experts will visit Indonesia this week to provide training for conservators in the cultural heritage sector in the Southeast Asian country. The on-site technical training will take place at the conservation office situated in Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world, located in [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 29 (Korea Bizwire) – According to a recent report from the South Korean Ministry of Environment, the number of wild animals rescued nationwide has significantly increased over the past five years. In total, 24,080 animals were rescued by 17 wildlife rescue centers across the country this year. Of these, 7,321 animals, accounting for 35.9% [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – In recent times, there has been a noticeable increase in the presence of wild raccoons in urban parks, residential neighborhoods, and even city centers in South Korea. While raccoons are typically not known to be aggressive, they can exhibit agitation, especially during the months of May and October. This heightened behavior [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — The woman considered the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees was in the National Assembly Meeting Hall Buildingyesterday to share her wide-ranging views on politics, global warming and pollution.1 At an event titled “Eco Talks”, Goodall sat down for a Q&A session with Ewha Women’s University professor Choi Jae Cheon before [...]