biodiversity

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  • DNA barcoding being used for specimen identification 2024-07-24 15:52

    DNA barcoding being used for specimen identification

    TEHRAN – For the first time in the country, DNA barcoding is being used to prepare genetic maps of endangered animal and plant species, an official from the Department of Environment has said.

  • Loss of biodiversity – a hidden threat to food security and habitat 2024-05-22 14:45

    By Jong-Jin Kim, FAO Assistant Director-General 

    Loss of biodiversity – a hidden threat to food security and habitat

    In recent months, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and others have pointed to an increase in food insecurity and ‘hunger hotspots’ in various parts of Asia and the Pacific. While conflicts and climate crises can carry some of the blame, we must acknowledge that the slow but steady erosion of our region’s biodiversity is an equal or even greater threat to our future food security.

  • The importance of biodiversity conservation 2024-04-03 15:02

    By Maryam Tavassoli

    The importance of biodiversity conservation

    TEHRAN –In an effort to underscore the importance of safeguarding species, April 4 was declared in the Iranian calendar year 1393 (March 2014–March 2015) as the National Day of Genetic and Biological Reserves. A year later, it was designated on the national calendar.

  • ‘ROPME should help launch regional center for biodiversity in Iran’ 2024-01-29 12:20

    ‘ROPME should help launch regional center for biodiversity in Iran’

    TEHRAN – A series of measures have been taken so far for setting up a regional center for biodiversity in Iran. Still, the Regional Organization for the Protection of Marine Environment (ROPME) should support the country in this regard, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.

  • From Agreement to Action: rebuilding biodiversity 2023-11-04 15:24

    By Maryam Tavassoli

    From Agreement to Action: rebuilding biodiversity

    TEHRAN – ‘From Agreement to Action: rebuilding biodiversity’ is the theme chosen in 2023 to celebrate World Biodiversity Day.

  • Iran among 20 countries rich in biodiversity and genetics 2023-08-21 15:38

    Iran among 20 countries rich in biodiversity and genetics

    TEHRAN – There are 11 types of ecosystems in the world, 9 of which are identified in Iran. Moreover, out of 42 types of wetlands, 41 types exist in the country. Therefore, Iran is one of the 20 countries rich in biodiversity and genetics.

  • Biodiversity at Bamou National Park 2023-08-15 09:25

    Biodiversity at Bamou National Park

    Bamou National Park is located in the southern province of Fars with an area of some 48,000 hectares.

  • Biodiversity museum of Iran home to rare, extinct species 2023-07-30 15:39

    Biodiversity museum of Iran home to rare, extinct species

    TEHRAN – The richest and most important biodiversity museum of Iran exhibits extinct native species such as the Persian lion and Caspian tiger, as well as rare species of Asiatic cheetah, mugger crocodile, bustard, grouse, and Asian black bear.

  • More than 8,000 plant species identified in Iran 2023-07-12 15:57

    More than 8,000 plant species identified in Iran

    TEHRAN - In terms of biological and genetic diversity, Iran is among the top twenty countries in the world, so more than 8,000 plant species and a significant number of exclusive species in Iran have placed important parts of the country in the world's biodiversity hotspots.

  • Five ecological zones shaping Iran’s biodiversity 2023-07-08 16:37

    Five ecological zones shaping Iran’s biodiversity

    TEHRAN – Iran shares five ecological zones with specific flora from the lowest to the highest parts. Each region is defined by its characteristics that play a significant role in a land's biodiversity and richness.

  • Iconic Mount Damavand still facing challenges 2023-07-04 15:36

    Iconic Mount Damavand still facing challenges

    TEHRAN – Nineteen years ago, environmentalists named July 4 Damavand Day in order to highlight the importance of the iconic mountain in preserving the valuable biodiversity of the region.

  • From agreement to action: build back biodiversity 2023-05-22 15:55

    By Mehdi Garshasbi

    From agreement to action: build back biodiversity

    TEHRAN - The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.

  • Biodiversity protection is a social responsibility 2023-04-04 16:02

    By Mehdi Garshasbi

    Biodiversity protection is a social responsibility

    TEHRAN - April 4 has been named the day of preserving genetic and biological resources in Iran. The occasion coincides with the establishment of the National Center for Genetic and Biological Resources in 2015.

  • Endangered Species Day 2022-05-21 16:28

    By Faranak Bakhtiari

    Our life depends on species, ecosystems

    TEHRAN – More than 10,000 vertebrate species are pushed to extinction, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. The continuing loss of species, habitats, and ecosystems also threatens all living creatures on earth, including humans.

  • Biodiversity 2022-04-30 17:25

    Wildlife genetic resources system to be launched

    TEHRAN – A system of wildlife genetic resources will soon be set up to properly exploit these valuable resources, Mohammad Medadi, head of the National Museum of Natural History and Genetic Resources, said.

  • Free admission to biodiversity museums on World Wildlife Day 2022-03-01 18:10

    Free admission to biodiversity museums on World Wildlife Day

    TEHRAN – The museums of the natural history and biodiversity will make admission to their permanent collections free on March 3, which marks World Wildlife Day, IRIB reported.

  • DOE to deal with biological invaders threatening biodiversity 2022-01-30 18:33

    DOE to deal with biological invaders threatening biodiversity

    TEHRAN – Invasive species harm their new habitat after being introduced to it by humans. So, the Department of Environment has prepared programs to address and control the biological invaders while supporting education and raising awareness.

  • DOE drafts comprehensive bill on biodiversity protection 2021-11-13 17:57

    DOE drafts comprehensive bill on biodiversity protection

    TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has drafted a comprehensive bill for the protection of biodiversity to submit to the Majlis (Iranian Parliament), Hassan Akbari, the DOE’s caretaker has stated.