AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoBiodiversity Discovery: A new-to-science snake from Papua New Guinea—Slash’s groundsnake (Lielaphis slashi)—has been named after Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash, adding to growing knowledge of New Guinea’s unique wildlife. Wildlife Safety: A crocodile attack at Adventure Park in Port Moresby killed a wildlife worker after the animal clamped onto his legs during a feeding demonstration; the park has closed while authorities investigate. Conservation & Research: PNG UNRE student Naiyas Neson will present research at the 11th Pacific Nature Conservation Conference in Nouméa, focusing on low-cost peanut-based feed for tilapia fingerlings. Climate Resilience Finance: The Green Climate Fund backed the Pacific Resilience Facility, describing it as a Pacific-led way to strengthen climate finance and support communities. Climate Risk for the Pacific: El Niño is expected to intensify, with warnings of drought in parts of the region and rising pressure on water, food and children’s health. Health & Environment: Researchers mapped insect-specific viruses in Papua New Guinea Culex mosquitoes, revealing a large, diverse hidden viral world. Energy & Environment: TotalEnergies says Papua LNG has reached key milestones toward a Final Investment Decision, including EPC tender completion and operator changes.
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