Snow Owl Gets Global Protection
The snowy owl, known as Hedwig, has been given international protection. The United Nations made this decision. It is to help protect the remaining owls.
The United Nations protected 40 new animal species. This happened at the end of the COP15 conference in Brazil. Norway’s Klima- og miljødepartementet and Miljødirektoratet participated. The goal is to protect the snowy owl population. This protection will help with habitat loss and climate change.
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Snowy Owl Gets Protection
The snowy owl, known as Hedwig, has been given international protection.
UN Protects 40 Species
The United Nations protected 40 new animal species.
Harry Potter Connection
The snow owl is known from the Harry Potter films.
Decision Made at COP15
The decision was made at the end of the COP15 conference.
Norway Participated in Meeting
Norway’s Klima- og miljødepartementet and Miljødirektoratet participated in the meeting.