More than 200 fire salamanders reported in Saxon Switzerland
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.
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Bluetongue back in Saxony for the first time since 2009
Bluetongue strikes Saxony again for the first time since 2009. What this means for farmers, animals and exports - and how large the new restriction zone is.
Leipzig Zoo kills all Dalmatian pelicans due to bird flu
After a temporary all-clear, Leipzig Zoo continues to struggle with bird flu. Now the zoo is taking drastic measures.
Dresden griffon vultures start a new life in northern Italy
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.
Thousands of geese are killed due to suspected bird flu
Suspicion of bird flu has been confirmed at a goose farm in the district of Leipzig. Around 6,500 animals will be killed. What does this mean for the sale of Christmas geese?
Suspicion of avian influenza - 6,500 geese are killed
Geese are killed in Grimma due to suspected avian influenza - but the goose market remains open. The district office explains the reason.
Scarlet beetle detected in the national park for the first time
The scarlet chafer has been found in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. What makes the find so special - and how to recognize the beetle.
Almost 16 percent fewer laboratory animals in Saxony
The number of laboratory animals is falling. The decline is particularly marked in mice, on which scientists still experiment most frequently.
Avian flu outbreak - 80,000 laying hens are killed
Following an outbreak of bird flu, around 80,000 laying hens have to be killed in Ebersbach. The Minister of Social Affairs calls on poultry farmers to exercise caution.
All-clear at Leipzig Zoo after bird flu case
More than 350 birds were tested for bird flu at Leipzig Zoo - with no further results. What happens now at the zoo.
Run over? Dead wolf lying on the road in Elsterheide
A woman reports a dead wolf to the police in the district of Bautzen. What is known about the find so far?
New wolf territory on the border with Saxony
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.
Bird flu case at Leipzig Zoo - facilities closed
Flamingos, gorillas and the tropical hall remain off-limits: Leipzig Zoo is closing some of its facilities due to a case of bird flu. Visitors are nevertheless encouraged to visit.
Bird flu suspected at Leipzig Zoo - facilities closed
Flamingos, gorillas and the tropical hall remain off-limits: Leipzig Zoo is closing popular facilities due to suspected bird flu. What does this mean for visitors?
Beaver families allowed to stay in Upper Lusatia
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.
Galloping across the A4 - police stop runaway horses
The scene is reminiscent of some western movies: Several patrol cars are chasing two horses that have escaped from a paddock along roads in eastern Thuringia.
Greens declare war on the reed cicada
It is tiny and can cause great damage. The reed glasswing cicada is spreading in Germany and is becoming a problem for agriculture.
Swine fever restriction zones in Saxony completely lifted
In recent years, Saxony has had to combat two epidemics at the same time - African swine fever in addition to the coronavirus pandemic. An end to the measures for the animal epidemic is now in sight.
Lynx in Thuringia have offspring again
The Thuringian lynx program has had a pregnant success. For the second time this year, offspring have been detected among the big cats. There has also been an increase in Saxony.
Avian influenza spreads in the district of Bautzen
Following the discovery of infected swans and a wild goose, there is growing concern about avian influenza in Bautzen. Why the veterinary office is now recommending special protective measures to keepers.
Why zoos sometimes feed their own animals
Many zoo visitors are shocked when animals are given clearly recognizable dead animals to eat. Sometimes they come from the zoo's own breeding program. How zoos explain this controversial feeding practice.
Problem bear: More and more raccoons in Saxony too
Almost 27,000 raccoons were shot in Saxony in the current hunting year. The animals are spreading rapidly - with consequences for the local wildlife.
Young wolf shows no fear of humans
Play instinct instead of flight: a young wolf in eastern Saxony is behaving conspicuously. Now it is to be retrained to respect humans.
Avian influenza continues to spread in the Leipzig district
New evidence of avian influenza in wild birds in the Leipzig district: The veterinary office urges increased caution and provides specific advice for owners.
X-ray images of animals in motion
What causes back pain in dogs or broken bones in laying hens? Researchers in Leipzig are looking for answers in a new movement laboratory.
Leipzig koala cub ventures out of its pouch for the first time
Still nameless, but already courageous: the koala offspring at Leipzig Zoo is cautiously discovering its surroundings. The little one delights the zookeepers with its development.
More salmon return - population remains endangered
After decades, more salmon are returning to Saxony. But the return remains fragile: construction work, heat and low water levels are making life difficult for the fish.
Hairy affair: judges have to rule on beavers
Saxony wants to "deport" unwelcome beavers to France. However, the planned relocation of the rodents is now a case for the Dresden Administrative Court.
Lioness Abaja euthanized at Dresden Zoo
More than ten years ago, the zoo in Dresden unexpectedly had two cubs. Now one of the animals is euthanized at the age of 13; according to the zoo, the lioness was seriously ill.
Bat conference: Targeting the hunters of the night
Germany is home to 25 species of bat, the smallest of which fit into a matchbox. The Saxon Bat Conference in Freiberg will discuss protection concepts.
Wolf population in Saxony remains constant
Saxony is one of the federal states with the highest number of wolves. The wolves are "counted" during monitoring. Now there are new figures.
At least 1,636 wolves live in Germany
The wolf population in Germany is stagnating at a fairly high level. Most of the animals live in Lower Saxony and Brandenburg.
District of Leipzig bans bird fairs and poultry markets
Dead wild birds, dead farm animals - avian influenza is also spreading in Saxony. Why bird markets are no longer allowed to take place in the district of Leipzig.
Is the moose coming back to Germany?
Moose are repeatedly spotted in eastern Germany. But are they here to stay? What experts say about the return and habitat of the animals that once lived all over Germany.
8,000 animals killed due to suspected bird flu
After several dead wild birds in Leipzig, a farm has now been hit: the district of Meißen has taken drastic measures due to suspected avian influenza. What owners must now bear in mind.
"Now we have certainty" - Koala baby at Leipzig Zoo
At first it was just a little snout, but now a koala cub at Leipzig Zoo is already sticking its head out of its mother's pouch. But there is one thing it has not yet revealed.
Animal shelters in Saxony receive higher subsidies
Saxony's animal shelters will receive significantly more financial support in future. Funding will increase to two million euros per year.
Avian flu detected in the district of Leipzig
Bird flu has been detected for the first time in the district of Leipzig. What poultry farmers should now bear in mind and how the veterinary office is reacting.
Avian flu detected in the district of Leipzig
Bird flu has been detected for the first time in the district of Leipzig. What poultry farmers should now bear in mind and how the veterinary office is reacting.
Still no clarity after suspected bird flu cases
The first suspected cases of bird flu have been reported in Saxony for just under a week. However, there is still no certainty.
Wolfs hotline in Saxony switches to answering machine at night
The wolf hotline in Saxony will only be available to a limited extent at night in future. However, direct contact will still be possible in urgent cases.
Rats in Saxony's cities - waste as the main cause
Rats are considered pests and disease vectors and find plenty of habitat in cities. However, the extent of the problem varies from city to city in Saxony.
Walkers find large dead snake in forest near Zwickau
Creepy discovery in a wooded area. Walkers find a snake - it could be a king python.
No clarity yet after suspected bird flu cases
The first suspected cases of bird flu have also been reported in Saxony since the middle of the week. However, there is still no certainty.
Goose farmer Eskildsen: Only vaccination helps against bird flu
More than 500,000 animals have already been killed this year to contain bird flu. The Saxon goose farmer Eskildsen sees only one long-term solution.
Avian flu - first suspected cases in wild birds in Saxony
Even though no farm animals in the state have been affected by avian influenza to date, the ministry urgently recommends compulsory stabling - because the risk is increasing.
Saxony: 240 dead wolves found in 25 years
Traffic, poaching, territorial warfare: 240 dead wolves have been found in Saxony in 25 years. Most of them died in road traffic.
Lynx Alva produces first offspring in the Ore Mountains
For the first time in almost 300 years, there are lynx cubs in the Ore Mountains. Alva and her two cubs fall into a photo trap in the Eibenstock Forest.
International medical team treats elephant at Leipzig Zoo
A young bull elephant Akito's tusk breaks off. International specialists arrive to carry out the complicated operation. With success?
No bird flu in Saxony yet: Köpping urges caution
So far, Saxony has been spared bird flu. To prevent outbreaks, the Minister of Health is asking poultry farmers and the public for help.
Leipzig and other municipalities in Saxony increase dog tax
Taxes for four-legged friends are rising in several cities in Saxony. Where dog owners will have to dig deeper into their pockets in future.
No shooting - wolves died a natural death
Two dead wolves were recently found in eastern Saxony. The suspicion that they had been shot has not been confirmed. But how did the animals die?
The risk of wildlife accidents increases with the time change
There are numerous wildlife accidents in Saxony every year. How the time change increases the risk for drivers and what experts now advise.
How to save the partridge? Experts meet on species extinction
Is there still enough habitat for animals like the lapwing or the partridge in Saxony? Species extinction is also taking place in this country. That's why expertise is needed.
Goose prices in Saxony remain stable - imported goods dominate
Prices for domestic geese remain stable ahead of the upcoming season in Saxony. However, regional products are still rare.
A little koala is growing up at Leipzig Zoo
The keepers at Leipzig Zoo have been observing the growing pouch of a female koala for weeks. Now there is certainty about the offspring.
Nine conservationists honored for their commitment
1,200 people in Saxony are involved in nature conservation on a voluntary basis. Without them, many projects would not be possible, emphasizes the Environment Minister.
Wolf visited gardens in Bautzen - now it has died
In the district of Bautzen, a wolf repeatedly approached houses and gardens. The carcass of the animal has now been found. The 13-year-old female probably died of old age.
Bird of the Year: Grey partridge on the brink of extinction in Saxony
The partridge is the bird of the year 2026, but in Saxony it is difficult to find the animals outdoors. This is because they only live here in isolated numbers.
Annual meeting of conservationists - focus on field hamsters
Without volunteers, not much would happen in nature conservation in Saxony. At their annual meeting this weekend, the focus will be on an animal species that is currently being successfully reintroduced in Saxony.
Annual meeting of conservationists - focus on field hamsters
Without volunteers, not much would happen in nature conservation in Saxony. At their annual meeting this weekend, the focus will be on an animal species that is currently being successfully reintroduced in Saxony.
Fire department rescues trapped cat in Dresden
A cat slips into a narrow crevice in Dresden and can no longer free itself. But rescue is near.
State directorate allows beavers to be shot
The beaver has long been a source of annoyance for pond owners in Upper Lusatia. Now the regional authorities have approved a drastic measure.
EU millions for field hamsters in Saxony
More hamsters on arable land in Saxony: That is the aim of a new EU-funded project. This is how to get the rodent offspring to thrive.
Seven young Komodo dragons lure visitors to the renovated zoo terrarium
From young Komodo dragons to rare iguanas: what visitors can discover in the newly renovated terrarium at Leipzig Zoo.
ASF in Saxony: Restricted zones shrink following epidemic balance sheet
Fewer restrictions for farmers and hunters: After only one case of African swine fever last year, the restricted zones in Saxony are shrinking significantly.
New terrarium opens - Rare lizards hatch in Leipzig
The terrarium at Leipzig Zoo opens after refurbishment. In addition to snakes and alligators, seven newly hatched specimens of an endangered species will also be on display.
Vogtland celebrates new mother-of-pearl experience museum
After millions have been invested, a new adventure museum on river pearl mussels and mother-of-pearl opens its doors in Vogtland. Saxony's Culture Minister Klepsch speaks of a "tourist lighthouse".
No further spread of the tiger mosquito in Dresden
The occurrence of the black and white patterned insect remains localized for the time being. The public health department continues to ask the people of Dresden for help in the fight against the spread of the disease vector.
Leipzig's giraffe offspring is called Moya
Leipzig Zoo received hundreds of name suggestions. One clearly prevailed in the vote.
Leipzig's giraffe offspring is called Moya
Leipzig Zoo received hundreds of name suggestions. One clearly prevailed in the vote.
Wolf in hunting law? Saxony calls for rapid implementation
There is an emotional debate about how to deal with wolves. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture is working on new rules to prevent livestock from being killed. Saxony is pushing for a quick decision.
Sachsenforst to focus on less stringent forest standards in future
Sachsenforst largely renounces FSC certification. Environmental associations and the Greens criticize: The decision is a step backwards for sustainable forest management.
Fight against tiger mosquitoes in Dresden: traps are being examined
Dresden is hunting the "flying zebra": traps are to show where the dangerous Asian tiger mosquito is up to mischief. What is behind the campaign - and why is vigilance required?
Surgeon calls for better protection for children from dog bites
In Torgau, a Great Dane bites two children in a restaurant and seriously injures them. A pediatric surgeon demands protective measures from owners and parents.
More than 130 horses at the Moritzburg Stallion Parade
The Moritzburg stallion parade starts with a new indoor riding arena and millions invested. Why horse breeding is considered a valuable cultural heritage in Saxony.
Saxony takes stock: swine fever largely contained
Around 2,400 infected wild boars and 54 million euros in costs: Saxony takes stock of the fight against African swine fever five years after the first outbreak.
Female lynx Freya released into the wild in the Westerzgebirge
In Saxony, there should soon be pregnant proof of the success of the lynx program. Female Freya is now roaming the forests of the Westerzgebirge.
Lynx program in Saxony continued and extended in time
Saxony has been poaching lynx in the Westerzgebirge for a year and a half. With Charlie, another big cat is now joining them. She previously lived at Karlsruhe Zoo.
Leipzig Zoo is looking for a name for a young giraffe
A little giraffe at Leipzig Zoo is just under five weeks old. Now she is to be given a name - and the zoo friends are to help in the search.
European wildcat returns to the Vogtland
For decades it was thought to have disappeared - now the European wildcat is back in the Vogtland. Its reappearance could help decide what our forests will look like in the future.
Experts expect an increase in wolf kills
Most attacks by wolves on grazing animals occur in late summer and fall. Before that, the predators are busy rearing their pups. Experts urgently recommend taking precautions.
Fish farming on the rise in Saxony
Carp, rainbow trout, tench: More than 2,000 tons of edible fish were produced in Saxony last year. This puts the state well ahead of the rest of Germany.
Upswing for the nature conservation association's swallow campaign
Swallows are dependent on human assistance. The German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union in Saxony has therefore launched a participatory campaign. Since then, swallows have been welcome in many homes.
Saxony's young storks head south earlier
The first young storks are already heading south - a little earlier than usual. Although there were records in Saxony's nests, there were also major concerns about food and offspring.
Accelerated proceedings planned after blockade in front of dairy
Activists protested against factory farming last week with a blockade. Now three of them are to go to court - in summary proceedings.
Coati on a nocturnal foray through Bischofswerda
The police in Bischofswerda have picked up an unusual night owl: a coati. Where did the animal come from?
Biodiversity in the garden - BUND gives tips for animal lovers
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.
Animal rights activists block access to Sachsenmilch
The protest is directed against factory farming and the exploitation of animals. The group "Animal Rebellion" is present with actions throughout Germany.
Leipzig Zoo puts three tiger cubs to sleep
Last month, healthy baboons were shot at Nuremberg Zoo. Now Leipzig Zoo reports that it has euthanized three tiger cubs. Why were the cubs killed?
Leipzig Zoo puts three tiger cubs to sleep
Three tiger cubs are born at Leipzig Zoo, but their mother is not looking after them. Those responsible make a difficult decision.
Newborn giraffe at Leipzig Zoo explores outdoor enclosure
After two weeks with her mother, the new Rothschild's giraffe can now get to know gazelles, antelopes and zebras.
Dresden wants to take targeted action against the Asian tiger mosquito
Dresden wants to take the sting out of the Asian tiger mosquito. The aggressive animals can transmit dangerous diseases with their proboscis. Now they are to be trapped on the Elbe.
Focus on wild cats on World Cat Day
Reach out to the paw: The German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation calls for the protection of the European wildcat and shows how everyone can help.
New riding hall for Moritzburg State Stud
Saxony wants to continue to present itself on horseback. A lot of money has been invested in the horse industry since reunification.
New riding hall for Moritzburg State Stud
Saxony wants to continue to present itself on horseback. A lot of money has been invested in the horse industry since reunification.
Bus driver has been nurturing storks for 40 years
Storks are his passion: a bus driver in the district of Leipzig has been looking after storks for decades. He is currently putting young animals on a diet.
Asian hornet could soon appear in Saxony too
Asian hornets are continuing to spread in Germany. What is the situation in Bavaria?
Expert: Wasps are now on the move in Saxony
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.
Giraffe offspring at Leipzig Zoo
With their unusually long necks, giraffes are among the stars of the zoo. The herd in Leipzig has grown again.