Animals

Agriculture

Saved from Extinction: Black Alpine Pig Recognised as Native Swiss Breed

The Swiss Federal Office for Agriculture has officially recognised the Black Alpine pig, which was on the verge of extinction. This recognition for Switzerland's only surviving ancient pig breed is the result of dedicated breeding efforts since 2013.

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Tourism

German Hikers Injured After Encounter with Livestock Guard Dogs in Graubünden

Two hikers from Germany sustained minor injuries after an encounter with livestock guard dogs in Val Sumvitg, Graubünden. One hiker slid ten metres down a slope following the incident, which is now under investigation by the Office for Food Safety and Animal Health.

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Conservation

Near-Extinct Black Alpine Pig Officially Recognised as Native Swiss Breed

The Swiss Federal Office for Agriculture has officially recognised the Black Alpine pig, saving the breed from the brink of extinction. Following breeding efforts resumed in 2013, it is now the only surviving ancient pig breed in Switzerland, a status that will likely unlock support measures for its conservation.

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Animals

Zurich Zoo has announced the birth of a baby gorilla, the first for mother Mayumi. The zoo expressed 'cautious optimism' as the birth proceeded without complications, and staff are now closely monitoring the critical first few weeks for the as-yet-unnamed newborn and its exemplary mother.

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Technology

A new record has been set in Switzerland as volunteer drone teams successfully located and saved 7,590 fawns from agricultural mowers this season. The effort involved around 800 teams using thermal imaging drones to search over 73,000 hectares of grassland.

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