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Gardens can be a refuge for biodiversity, says the German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation. Even amphibians can become garden dwellers with a little human assistance.
The consequences of the acid rain at the end of the last century are still measurable in the forest soils in Saxony. Lime is now being spread again to improve the situation.
The state testing institute in Saxony checks around one million samples every year. The majority of these concern milk. The complaint rates are still low.
First rain, now sun - this combination is causing mushrooms to sprout in Saxony. However, anyone picking mushrooms in the national park must adhere to certain regulations.
Going mushroom hunting is especially worthwhile in the fall. But even now, good edible mushrooms can be found in Saxony. However, caution is advised, say experts.
The rain is spoiling the vacation fun in Saxony. However, the changeable weather also gives allergy sufferers a breather.
In summer, wasps are on the lookout for food. An expert explains what helps to avoid stings and what the rainy weather does to their development.
The Elbe between nature conservation and shipping: for the Greens, it is clear where the path should lead in view of declining cargo handling. Towards more nature conservation and tourism as an economic factor.
Environmentalists and local residents are fighting against a planned road construction through a protected area. They believe that endangered species and biotopes in the Spree valley are at risk.
Low water levels and persistent drought are an increasing threat to the flora and fauna in water bodies. Unfortunately, thunderstorms and sporadic rainfall have hardly brought any relief.
Wolf monitoring shows three completely new territories. In other parts of the state, known pairs of wolves have grown into a pack. Saxony's wolf region par excellence remains Upper Lusatia.
Forest areas are to be used for the expansion of wind power and photovoltaic systems - a classic conflict of interest. Because nature is also being destroyed in the process.
The Elbe is reaching historically low levels - and, according to environmentalists, is becoming increasingly unusable for freight transport. They are now calling for a radical rethink of waterway policy.
Coal was once dredged from what is now Lake Werbelin near Delitzsch. Now conservationists are observing the settlement of ever new animal and plant species.
A rare spectacle at Leipzig Botanical Garden: the flowers of a very special plant can be seen for one night only.
"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.
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.
While Brussels is making the renaturation of natural areas mandatory, the state government is expressing doubts about implementation. The environmental association BUND is not prepared to accept this.
A stray wolf pup has provided proof: There is a new pack of wolves in the district of Leipzig.
The invasive species transmits crayfish plague, which is fatal to native animals. The Natural History Museum warns of far-reaching consequences.
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.
Little rain, high temperatures and wind have dried out the soil in Saxony's forests. Special care is required when visiting.
Little rain and high temperatures in spring: many rivers in Saxony already have little water.
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.
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.
Once the "death strip", today the former German-German border is considered a biotope. Insects are now to be recorded along the Green Belt - this should also help with an application.
The message for International Biodiversity Day sounds depressing. According to estimates, 150 species become extinct every day. Species extinction does not stop at Saxony either.
Beekeepers in Saxony have their hands full: it's swarming season. And the honey chambers in the beehives are also filling up. But the number of bee colonies has fallen. What are the reasons?
It is a magnet for visitors to the historic Pillnitz Palace Park in Dresden. The 250-year-old, meter-high camellia even has its own house - and now has a special title.
Even the name is a word monster: European Regulation on the Restoration of Nature - in short: Restoration Regulation. Saxony does not consider it feasible in its current form.
Populations of bird species such as sparrows, tits and blackbirds are declining - even though they are still the most frequently spotted in gardens. This also says something about the state of the ecosystem.
Lawn mowers with four legs: Sheep graze on the Elbe meadows in Dresden, caring for a piece of nature. The long-time shepherd has now found a successor.
Leipzig takes measures to protect hedgehogs: night-time operation of mowing robots is restricted to protect the animals from injury.
Preserving tradition, shaping the future: In the district of Bautzen, traders and a Unesco project show how structural change can succeed. Saxony's environment minister sees this as a model for success.
A state agency in Saxony unseals old industrial ruins, renaturalizes streams or creates habitats for animals. Municipal or private developers can buy the eco-points gained in this way.
The national park is one of the most popular excursion and tourist regions in Bavaria. Over 9,000 hectares of flora and fauna are protected. Details of the work can be found in the new annual report.
The marsh fritillary was selected as the 2025 riparian forest species in Leipzig. This rare plant is an early bloomer and is specially protected in the riparian forest.
Orchard meadows need care and protection. They are on the Red List of the most endangered biotope types in Europe.
Saxony has to make savings in almost all areas. Nature conservation projects are also affected. Associations are now mobilizing and pointing out the consequences.
In Saxony, the pollen season is hitting allergy sufferers particularly hard this year - sometimes with dangerous consequences. What can help now.
Better prepared for forest fires: Saxony reinforces its fire departments with new special vehicles.
The trekking huts have been renovated and the bivouac sites are ready. The season on the Elbe Sandstone Forest Trail has begun. There will soon be a sixth forest hut along the route.
30 dead sheep and goats - but a wolf in Upper Lusatia may not be killed for the time being. A court has stopped the planned cull and doubts the legality of the permit.
After the winter, the warm rays of sunshine lure the bees out of their homes again. Crocuses and willows provide the first food. But some beekeepers in Saxony are in for a rude awakening.
The people of Dresden love the Elbe meadows. No wonder that thousands of people volunteer to clean the meadows every year. Spring cleaning is also very popular in Leipzig.
Protecting nature where others relax: more than 100 volunteers look after Saxony's only national park - some have been doing so for 40 years.
Stuffy noses and bulging eyes: the season of suffering has begun for allergy sufferers. In Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, the first pollen is already flying, albeit still cautiously.
In shorts, with a brash appearance and dialect, she provides information about nature's treasures as "Survival Siglinde" on Insta and co - and recently also in a book.
The first storks are back - and are having to endure a few frosty nights. This is manageable for the animals, and they also seem to feel at home in Saxony.
The lynx is to be reintroduced to Germany. In some federal states, the big cats are being released into the wild - and are going on the move.
The wild garlic season is still to come. But the police are already dealing with wild garlic theft again. A recurring problem in Saxony.
The extremely dry years since 2018 have been sheer stress for Saxony's forests. Things look much better at the start of 2025. But the situation can quickly change again.
The Kulkwitzer Lachen in the west of Leipzig are a legacy of lignite mining. Ground subsidence filled with rainwater and created new habitats for animals.
Companies in Bavaria invested more money in environmental protection in 2022. What priorities did they set - and which sector paid the most?
Some toads leave their winter quarters as early as the beginning of February. To help them survive the dangerous migration, helpers set up protective fences - in some places, more volunteers are needed.
The "Hour of Winter Birds" is probably Germany's largest scientific participatory campaign. Birds are counted and reported for one hour.
The development of the Leipzig alluvial forest was enshrined in Saxony's coalition agreement in 2019. A lot has happened since then, but the future of the project depends on the future state government.
In contrast to the nationwide trend, the number of wolf packs living in Saxony is decreasing slightly.
The "king of fish" has returned to Saxony. However, the rise of the salmon has once again started late. Why?
Humans have severely altered the habitats along the Elbe. Alluvial forests and wet meadows are now only fragmentary. Biodiversity is dwindling. This should now come to an end.
They are cute and adorable, despite their prickly shells. But for hedgehogs, habitats in Saxony are becoming smaller and smaller and there is less and less food - more and more injured and sick animals need help.
They are cute and adorable, despite their prickly shells. But for hedgehogs, habitats in Saxony are becoming smaller and smaller and there is less and less food - more and more injured and sick animals need help.
Many fish farms in Saxony are up to their necks in water. Rising costs, regulations from the authorities and an increase in fish predators are making life difficult for them. The state wants to give them more money.
Rivers and streams in Dresden ran the risk of drying up in summer. It was therefore forbidden to draw water. The environmental agency has now lifted this ban ahead of schedule.
Mushroom pickers are currently making rich pickings in Saxony's forests. Porcini mushrooms in particular are shooting out of the ground. However, many baskets also contain species that are not without danger.
Climate change has different consequences around the world. A climate report shows what is happening in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. One parameter is particularly striking in central Germany.
The copper beeches in the forest park in Dresden-Blasewitz have survived for up to 150 years. But the heat of recent years has been too much. Climate change is becoming more and more noticeable.
Prolonged dryness and drought increase the risk of fire in Saxony's forests every year. Most of the fires are caused by negligence - some also occur during harvesting and forestry work.
Heating oil leaked into a stream in Lichtenstein, Saxony, because a tank was too full. Firefighters set up an oil barrier.
Heating oil leaked into a stream in Lichtenstein, Saxony, because a tank was too full. Firefighters set up an oil barrier.
When sun follows rain, do mushrooms sprout from the ground? It's not that simple, say mushroom experts. They do not expect a good yield this year and also have a warning for beginners.
From bowling alley to natural history museum - construction work has begun on the new museum location in Leipzig. Four years and a lot of money are planned for the conversion.
A huge industrial estate was to be built in the district of North Saxony. But nothing will come of it for the time being. The majority of the town voted against it.
The State Palaces, Castles and Gardens of Saxony are relying on new technology in times of climate change. A watering robot fills itself and makes the gardeners' work easier.
Rochlitz porphyry is widely used as a building material and is recognized as a special natural stone. But now the porphyry quarries have become insolvent.
They hunt silently and are important for ecosystems. But the habitats of bats are becoming narrower, insects are becoming fewer - this endangers many species, including in Saxony.
Some Christmas tree producers in Saxony are expecting prices to rise in 2024. Nevertheless, the Christmas tree should remain affordable for everyone.
For Environment Minister Wolfram Günther, species conservation and climate protection go hand in hand. Over the past five years, a trend reversal has been initiated, but there is still a lot to do, says the Minister.
High-tech in a baroque landscape: the State Palaces, Castles and Gardens of Saxony are relying on the support of researchers in times of climate change. One fruitful result is now being put to use.
If you want to refresh yourself on a summer's day, you will have to do without the cool water in the Pirk reservoir. The health authority warns of blue-green algae.
In Saxony, work is continuing on creating blooming landscapes. Among other things, the state wants to preserve its orchards and is now researching how this can best be achieved.
The Elbe Sandstone Mountains not far from Dresden inspired the Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich. He found motifs and moods of nature in the bizarre rocky world - they made his paintings world-famous.
Dangerous blue-green algae have been discovered in the Quitzdorf reservoir. Streaking and cloudy water indicate the presence of bacteria.
The 2024 forest fire season shows unusual developments in Saxony. Special measures and human behavior play a decisive role.
The Kruzians, whose domicile is churches and concert halls, were already drawn to Saxon Switzerland in 2023. Now the famous boys' choir is once again giving a charity concert - in nature and for nature.
Increased controls at Lake Bockwitz are intended to protect nature, as breaches of the rules endanger the ecosystem. The town of Borna reacts.
The osprey is once again more common in Saxony. In contrast, populations of other bird species are declining. A mammal that is not native to this country is causing problems.
A weir is being dismantled to make the river near Bad Schandau passable for fish and aquatic life.
Nature conservation in the Dauban Forest is making progress. An area on the site of the former NVA military training area is to be left entirely to nature.
The Asian hornet is feared as a bee predator. While it is spreading in other federal states, it has not yet been sighted in Saxony. A question of time?
The risk of forest fires has increased throughout Saxony compared to the weekend. There is a medium risk in large parts of the state, but two areas are in the high risk zone.
A series of drought years have taken their toll on Saxony's forests. Things are looking better this year. However, the height of summer is still to come.
Saxony's forests are well supplied with water before the start of midsummer. The forest fire season has been average so far.
Nature and the countryside in combination with the cities are the strongest drivers for Saxony's tourism. Christmas, history and tradition also make the Free State an attractive destination.
The coal phase-out is not only bringing about considerable changes in Lusatia. The consequences extend all the way to Berlin.
Saxony makes it easier for districts to acquire nature conservation areas through pre-emption rights and lowers the minimum age for voluntary work in nature conservation to 16.
Building mud huts, weaving wicker baskets, listening to birdsong: Children and young people from Saxony got involved as "Young Nature Guards" on Saturday.
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense. The early swarming of the bark beetles due to the warm weather at the end of March was unfavorable.
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense, with up to three generations this year and a slight increase in wood infestation.
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense. Warm weather favors reproduction. Water supply to the trees has a positive effect.