Torgau bears soon to be seen on guided tours
The North Saxony District Office is opening the season with a new offer: visitors can experience the bears Bea and Benno up close.
Sustainability and environmental protection in Saxony
The latest news on climate protection, the environment, sustainability and climate change in Saxony and around the world.
Frogs on the move in Chemnitz - city calls for protection
Rising temperatures and the first rays of sunshine are not just a reason for people to be happy. Animals such as frogs also take advantage of the onset of spring - but not without danger.
Southern Brandenburg and Saxony want to become "Net Zero Valley"
Lusatia wants to score points as the first climate-neutral model region. The application has now been submitted.
Red kites are increasingly wintering in Saxony
The red kite used to migrate to the south of France during the cold months, but now hundreds of birds spend the winter in Saxony. How did this new behavior come about?
A new shine for mother-of-pearl: millions invested in Adorf
Once upon a time, Adorf produced consumer and luxury items from the shimmering interior of pearl mussels. Now an experience center is to open and address critical issues such as nature conservation and species preservation.
Dog kills two sheep - its owner flees
Sheep are grazing in Chemnitz when a dog runs into the herd. It bites two animals so severely that a vet later kills them. The dog's owner is initially on site, but then runs off.
20 years of butterfly observation - butterflies are becoming fewer
Thousands of people have been observing butterflies throughout Germany for 20 years for a special project. The results are not always positive. Which species are now only rarely observed?
Kangaroo spotted in Sebnitz - police searching
An unusual animal causes a police operation in Saxon Switzerland. The marsupial was spotted on a road near Sebnitz and hopped away again. Who has seen it?
Rotten branches - closures in Dresden's Great Garden
The Great Garden is Dresden's green lung. Some of the large avenues and paths are lined with ancient trees that are defying climate change - and are being cleared of natural deadwood.
Abandoned chicks find new home
In wintry temperatures, 145 newly hatched chicks were abandoned in a field near Leipzig. The animal shelter has now found a safe place for them to stay.
Female smooth otter dies at Dresden Zoo
Female smooth otter Diyala had been caring for four young animals at Dresden Zoo for six weeks. Now she has died.
Wildlife protection association rejects the shooting of wolves
How to deal with wolves, which were previously strictly protected, is an ongoing issue in Germany. Hunters and livestock farmers are in favor of regulating the population, while animal welfare associations are against it. What do the figures look like?
Protest - cyclists plan "zero laps" around the State Chancellery
The ADFC fears that there could be cuts in the construction of cycle paths and safety measures for cyclists in Saxony. A protest action is planned for Wednesday.
Helpers since 1985: Volunteering protects unique nature
Protecting nature where others relax: more than 100 volunteers look after Saxony's only national park - some have been doing so for 40 years.
Greens and Left want to retain the repair bonus
The so-called repair bonus in Saxony is on the brink of collapse due to a lack of funds. There are voices from the Saxon trade, but also from politics, in favor of continuing the project.
Saxony examines continuation of the repair bonus
Following the change of government, it is unclear whether the repair bonus will be continued in Saxony. The Saxon Craftsmen's Association is calling for a continuation, but the financial situation is tense.
Dresden Zoo is delighted about orangutan offspring
Orangutans have been growing up at Dresden Zoo for 100 years. Now there is presumably a Sunday baby among the great apes.
145 chicks abandoned - police investigate
In wintry temperatures, 145 newly hatched chicks are discovered in a field near Leipzig. The fluffy animals have since been taken to an animal shelter. The perpetrator is known to the police.
Four wolves provide new data on territories and movement
Four wolves in Saxony provide valuable data for science via transmitter collars. Their movements provide new insights into territorial behavior and family structures.
First storks back - 2024 most successful stork year
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.
Climate researchers: Germany lacks a drought management system
The drought phase from 2018 to 2023 is over. But extreme dryness and drought can return at any time. How well prepared is Germany for this?
Lynx migrates from the Ore Mountains to Thuringia
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.
Spherical armadillo with offspring at Dresden Zoo
Cute offspring at Dresden Zoo! Baby armadillo Brosche was born in October and is now preparing to move to Karlsruhe.
New case of African swine fever in Saxony
Saxony has been struggling with African swine fever since 2020. However, there has not been a new case for months. Now there is a sick wild boar in the district of Bautzen.
Exotic snake on cycle path in Zittau - investigation
Passers-by stumble across an exotic animal on a cycle path in the morning and call the police. They call in experts to take it into care - but it's too late.
Police catch wild garlic thieves in Leipzig and northern Saxony
The wild garlic season is still to come. But the police are already dealing with wild garlic theft again. A recurring problem in Saxony.
Saxony's forests well supplied with water at the beginning of the year
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.
Tax on to-go packaging - debate reaches Saxony
Empty to-go cups and plastic bags clog up garbage cans and litter sidewalks - disposable waste is causing trouble in many places. Following the example of Tübingen, a tax is now also being discussed in Saxony.
Amphibians to be reintroduced to Kulkwitz ponds
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.