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In Saxony's forests, pine needles normally end up unused on the ground and rot. Researchers at WHZ Zwickau are now turning them into sustainable textiles. The "ConFiTex" project is creating completely compostable yarn from local conifer needles - an innovative contribution to the circular economy that shows how forest waste can be turned into fashion.
Mullaya was one of the first two koalas at Dresden Zoo. Recently, the koala dad weakened. And had to be put to sleep.
Dresden Zoo has been breeding caracals since 1937 - and now there are offspring again. This is how young Karlos coped with his first few weeks.
Last year, two million euros in funding was approved by the state of Saxony for animal welfare. However, the money was not available until the end of 2025.
Old cell phones and computers usually end up in the trash - but they contain valuable raw materials. A team from Freiberg has now developed a clever recycling process to recover gold, copper and rare earths. The six researchers from the Helmholtz Institute convinced an international jury and secured millions in funding. Their environmentally friendly process could help to reduce dependence on critical raw material imports.
A tropical light show and a name search for a koala cub at the beginning of the year, events for young and old throughout the year. Leipzig Zoo presents the program for 2026.
More than 150,000 birds were sighted in Saxony last year. This year there could be even more due to the winter temperatures.
The cub is about six months old, but has not yet been given a name. That is about to change.
The state dam administration continues to invest in flood protection. Climate change is becoming a challenge for the future.
The forest in Saxon Switzerland should be diverse and stable despite climate change: Foresters have planted a total of 165,000 trees and shrubs for this purpose in 2025.
The zoos in Saxony want to create new habitats for their animals - but in most cases, admission prices remain stable. Only Leipzig is raising prices. What visitors can expect in 2026.
Associations warn against giving animals as presents at Christmas. Some animal shelters have a freeze on placements until January. However, anyone who wants to help the dogs or cats can do so.
A new hiking trail is to connect Bohemian Switzerland and Saxon Switzerland. The route is due to be inaugurated in spring - but it can already be tested now.
Comprehensive vaccinations against animal diseases are met with skepticism by East Germany's farmers' associations. Why the costs and benefits must be weighed up, especially for fattening animals.
Less disturbance for peregrine falcons and co.: the ban on overnight stays in the national park during the breeding season will continue to apply in future. Saxony's environment minister sees this as a benefit for nature.
The BTV-8 type of bluetongue has been detected in Saxony for the first time since 2009. A restriction zone has been set up within a radius of 150 kilometers.
Every year, a report on the state of Saxony's forests is presented shortly before Christmas. The date resembles Groundhog Day: because the findings are almost always similar.
Substances that are considered harmful to health have been discovered in several bodies of water. The state capital has taken initial measures and is now looking for the cause.
There has recently been a lot of discussion in Germany about the cityscape. One thing is certain: a beautiful cityscape also includes a "green lung". The Greens are concerned about protecting them in Saxony.
National park visitors help protect species: Why photos of fire salamanders are particularly important now and what is being done to combat a dangerous animal disease.
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.
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.
The scarlet chafer has been found in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. What makes the find so special - and how to recognize the beetle.
The number of laboratory animals is falling. The decline is particularly marked in mice, on which scientists still experiment most frequently.
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.
A woman reports a dead wolf to the police in the district of Bautzen. What is known about the find so far?
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.
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.
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.