Bark beetle on the retreat? Situation in Saxony relaxed in 2025
If things go well for the bark beetle, one female can give rise to 100,000 beetles in three generations. However, 2025 was not a good year for the pest in Saxony.
Sustainability and environmental protection in Saxony
The latest news on climate protection, the environment, sustainability and climate change in Saxony and around the world.
Dresden griffon vultures start a new life in northern Italy
Two griffon vultures from Dresden swap the zoo for the wild. The animals are to strengthen the population in the Alps near the city of Udine.
Scarlet beetle detected in the national park for the first time
The scarlet chafer has been found in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. What makes the find so special - and how to recognize the beetle.
Almost 16 percent fewer laboratory animals in Saxony
The number of laboratory animals is falling. The decline is particularly marked in mice, on which scientists still experiment most frequently.
Former minister calls for stricter rules after 95 environmental accidents
Slurry and liquid manure end up in Saxony's waters, but there are no consequences. Why former Environment Minister Günther is now pushing for tougher penalties and stricter controls.
Run over? Dead wolf lying on the road in Elsterheide
A woman reports a dead wolf to the police in the district of Bautzen. What is known about the find so far?
New wolf territory on the border with Saxony
The photo traps provide the evidence: A pair of wolves have their territory in the Altenburger Land in the border region between Thuringia and Saxony.
Beaver families allowed to stay in Upper Lusatia
A pond owner was annoyed by the damage and wanted to get rid of the animals. Permission to relocate the animals had been granted. However, the administrative court found that the requirements for this had not been met.
Saxony trains fruit tree keepers
Orchard meadows are also a refuge for protected animal species. But without care, the old fruit trees collapse. A training course teaches how to do it properly.
Greens declare war on the reed cicada
It is tiny and can cause great damage. The reed glasswing cicada is spreading in Germany and is becoming a problem for agriculture.
Swine fever restriction zones in Saxony completely lifted
In recent years, Saxony has had to combat two epidemics at the same time - African swine fever in addition to the coronavirus pandemic. An end to the measures for the animal epidemic is now in sight.
Saxony produces slightly more household waste
397 kilograms of waste per capita: Saxony's households throw away more than in the previous year. How much of this is actually residual waste?
Lynx in Thuringia have offspring again
The Thuringian lynx program has had a pregnant success. For the second time this year, offspring have been detected among the big cats. There has also been an increase in Saxony.
Why zoos sometimes feed their own animals
Many zoo visitors are shocked when animals are given clearly recognizable dead animals to eat. Sometimes they come from the zoo's own breeding program. How zoos explain this controversial feeding practice.
Problem bear: More and more raccoons in Saxony too
Almost 27,000 raccoons were shot in Saxony in the current hunting year. The animals are spreading rapidly - with consequences for the local wildlife.
Young wolf shows no fear of humans
Play instinct instead of flight: a young wolf in eastern Saxony is behaving conspicuously. Now it is to be retrained to respect humans.
Leipzig koala cub ventures out of its pouch for the first time
Still nameless, but already courageous: the koala offspring at Leipzig Zoo is cautiously discovering its surroundings. The little one delights the zookeepers with its development.
More salmon return - population remains endangered
After decades, more salmon are returning to Saxony. But the return remains fragile: construction work, heat and low water levels are making life difficult for the fish.
Hairy affair: judges have to rule on beavers
Saxony wants to "deport" unwelcome beavers to France. However, the planned relocation of the rodents is now a case for the Dresden Administrative Court.
Lioness Abaja euthanized at Dresden Zoo
More than ten years ago, the zoo in Dresden unexpectedly had two cubs. Now one of the animals is euthanized at the age of 13; according to the zoo, the lioness was seriously ill.
Bat conference: Targeting the hunters of the night
Germany is home to 25 species of bat, the smallest of which fit into a matchbox. The Saxon Bat Conference in Freiberg will discuss protection concepts.
Wolf population in Saxony remains constant
Saxony is one of the federal states with the highest number of wolves. The wolves are "counted" during monitoring. Now there are new figures.
At least 1,636 wolves live in Germany
The wolf population in Germany is stagnating at a fairly high level. Most of the animals live in Lower Saxony and Brandenburg.
Second copper beech in Pillnitz Palace Park has to be felled
After a tree survey, it is clear that the second old copper beech tree in Pillnitz Castle Park will also be felled. What this means for visitors and the park.
Is the moose coming back to Germany?
Moose are repeatedly spotted in eastern Germany. But are they here to stay? What experts say about the return and habitat of the animals that once lived all over Germany.
8,000 animals killed due to suspected bird flu
After several dead wild birds in Leipzig, a farm has now been hit: the district of Meißen has taken drastic measures due to suspected avian influenza. What owners must now bear in mind.
"Now we have certainty" - Koala baby at Leipzig Zoo
At first it was just a little snout, but now a koala cub at Leipzig Zoo is already sticking its head out of its mother's pouch. But there is one thing it has not yet revealed.
Super moon in the sky - where could it be visible?
A special moon is watching over Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia tonight. It is particularly large and particularly bright. There is only one region where it might be difficult to catch a glimpse.
Animal shelters in Saxony receive higher subsidies
Saxony's animal shelters will receive significantly more financial support in future. Funding will increase to two million euros per year.