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Borneo, the Orangutan's School
After humans, orangutans are the primates that remain most attached to their offspring for the longest period: females care for their young for nine years. Victims of poaching, adult females are sometimes abducted or killed. Only the luckiest orphans are taken in by sanctuaries such as the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation.
Pyrenees, living with the bear
The bear has returned to the Pyrenees, especially in Ariège and Haute-Garonne. In this region, home to its preferred habitats, humans must adapt to the presence of this powerful predator. Scientists and passionate conservationists on one side, critical residents and concerned farmers on the other, are all fighting to make their voices heard.
Kenya: The Camel Milk Gamble
For centuries, nomads roamed the Kenyan bush with their herds of cattle and goats. But years of drought decimated their livestock. To help the semi-nomadic herders, the Kenyan government implemented a camel distribution program. This initiative proved successful, as the milk from the females turned out to be an unexpected boon for the local population.
Læsø: Denmark's Last Seagrass Roofs
For centuries, the inhabitants of the Danish island of Læsø have covered the roofs of their houses with dried-out seaweed. The fire-resistant natural material protected the houses from storms and rain and this sustainable material is still in use today. Roofer Henning is the keeper of this rare craft and wants to pass on his knowledge to the younger generation.
Cannabis Growing in Morocco
The cultivation of cannabis has a long tradition in northern Morocco - around 300,000 families have long made a living from growing the plant, from which marijuana and hashish are extracted. As its therapeutic properties have been proven, some countries, including Morocco, have legalised medical cannabis use. However, legalisation does not guarantee a promising future for small farmers.
Bulgarian Kukeri
"Kukeri" is the name of the pagan ritual celebrated by Bulgarians in winter. It is said to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck. The tradition has survived centuries of foreign rule and remains deeply rooted in the Bulgarian soul. More and more women are also being drawn to this ritual, which was originally reserved for men.
Canada's Women Helicopter Pilots
Canada, a country as large as the whole European continent, has large swathes of land in the arctic which are barely populated. A vital link to isolated communities is the helicopter with more than 3,000 helicopter pilots in the country. Only five percent of them are women. Who are these trailblazers who brave the cold and dangerous conditions in their jobs?
The Return of the Otters
After nearly a century, otters are returning to Germany's rivers, lakes and wetlands. Their elusive nature makes them hard to count, but growing numbers are evident in Schleswig-Holstein, where orphaned cubs are increasingly found. A wildlife rescue center cares for thousands of animals each year.
Nepal’s Gharials: The Challenge of Conservation
Chitwan National Park is home to the endangered Ganges gharial, a crocodilian with a long, narrow snout adapted for catching fish. Its habitat and nesting sites along riverbanks are shrinking due to human activity. Local communities are working to protect the species and secure its survival.