Wild hamsters have offspring
From the zoo to the wild: a species conservation project by Leipzig Zoo and partners is helping endangered field hamsters. Breeding and reintroduction into the wild are successful.
Sustainability and environmental protection in Saxony
The latest news on climate protection, the environment, sustainability and climate change in Saxony and around the world.
Queen of the night blooms in Leipzig
A rare spectacle at Leipzig Botanical Garden: the flowers of a very special plant can be seen for one night only.
Field hamster population in Saxony to grow
"Hamsters" in Saxon: with the support of the EU, the population of field hamsters in the Free State is to be strengthened. Their last refuge is here in northern Saxony.
Drought and heat: animals need help
Lots of sun and little rain. What sounds like great summer weather to some people can be dangerous for wild animals.
African swine fever lifted in the district of Görlitz
The first case of the animal disease was detected in eastern Saxony almost five years ago. Since then, attempts have been made to contain the disease - with success.
Thousands of fish die in Czech lake
Thousands of fish die from a lack of oxygen in a lake in northern Bohemia near the border with Saxony. The mass die-off was caused by the extreme heat.
Drought: Dresden issues water withdrawal ban
It has been too dry in Saxony for a long time. Streams and rivers have low water levels. That is why the city of Dresden is now responding.
Fire salamander acutely threatened by water shortage
Sufficient water is a matter of survival for fire salamanders. As many streams are currently running low on water due to the drought, the amphibians are under threat.
Görlitz panda cubs undergo a health check
A month ago, two Red Pandas were born at Görlitz Zoo. Until now, their gender has been unclear. Now there is certainty.
Greens want to protect animal shelters from future cuts
Animal shelters are also benefiting from Saxony's new state budget. They will receive more money than the government originally intended to allocate.
Bark beetle situation in Saxony currently relaxed
In May and June, the experts observed an intensive swarming flight of the pests. However, there has been no major damage so far. What are the reasons?
New wolf pack detected in the district of Saxony
A stray wolf pup has provided proof: There is a new pack of wolves in the district of Leipzig.
American swamp crayfish detected in Leipzig
The invasive species transmits crayfish plague, which is fatal to native animals. The Natural History Museum warns of far-reaching consequences.
Tapinoma ant is spreading - how can it be recognized?
The introduced ant species Tapinoma magnum is being discovered in more and more places in Germany: until now, it was more common in the south-west. Now the first evidence has also been found in eastern Germany.
4.3 million euros for pond management in Saxony
The Free State of Saxony is supporting 88 pond farms with around 4.3 million euros. The funds are intended to counteract the increasing drought and enable sustainable pond maintenance.
Sachsenforst warns of high risk of forest fires at the weekend
Little rain, high temperatures and wind have dried out the soil in Saxony's forests. Special care is required when visiting.
East-West love bears fruit: young storks are ringed
A foreign stork has thrown a female's long-term partner out of the nest in northern Saxony - in the middle of the mating season. But there are still offspring.
Saxony demands nationwide solidarity for animal diseases
In 2020, African swine fever broke out in Brandenburg, Saxony and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. There are no borders. What conclusions does the Free State of Saxony draw from this?
Encounter with a cougar: no eye contact and withdraw
A cougar may be on the loose in the south of Saxony-Anhalt. The district advises caution and has tips for an encounter.
Search for big cat in southern Saxony-Anhalt continues
Is there a predator on the loose at Lake Geiseltal? The police are on the lookout. The trigger is a video that was circulated online. It is not yet clear what kind of animal was seen.
Big cat spotted in the south of Saxony-Anhalt
Is there a big cat on the loose in the Saale district? The police are on the lookout. There is a warning.
Air quality in Saxony deteriorated in 2024
Air quality in the country deteriorated last year. This was due to Saharan dust and unfavorable weather conditions in winter.
Six yellow cards for Saxony in the heat check
Too much concrete, too few trees: cities can become a sauna in summer. The "heat check" by Deutsche Umwelthilfe shows where it heats up the most - and where the least.
A new nature trail has been created at Lake Bockwitz
More than three decades ago, lignite was still being mined in the Borna-Ost/Bockwitz open-cast mine. Today, water buffalo, cattle and Boer goats graze there. An educational trail now provides information about grazing.
Dangerous oak processionary moth is being combated again
Walkers and cyclists beware: The hairs of the oak processionary moth can cause skin rashes. In many places, the pest is controlled with tiny threadworms.
Meerkats and whooper swans with offspring at Hoyerswerda Zoo
Visitors can look forward to seeing six baby animals. However, caution is advised with the swans.
Above-average levels of nitrate in Saxony's groundwater
In many regions of Germany, the groundwater is too heavily contaminated with nitrate. This also applies to Saxony - where the problems are particularly severe.
Heat action plans: this is how far Saxony's major cities have come
New fountains, heat maps, sun cream for the homeless: Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz are prepared for the heat.
Conversion of Leipzig Zoo to be completed in 2028
Leipzig Zoo has been undergoing fundamental renovation and conversion work for 25 years. The major project is soon to be completed.