From the declining dragonfly population in India's Western Ghats to the destruction of a nature haven while awaiting protection, ecological issues have taken the spotlight this week. Activists express concerns about developers damaging an area while it awaits consideration for protection by NatureScot. Additionally, thousands of trees in the UK are anticipated to create new habitats and boost biodiversity, as highlighted by Friends of the Lake District. In a global context, a study on dragonflies in India's Western Ghats reveals alarming declines in species. Moreover, new analysis indicates a slowdown in tropical rainforest loss but warns of the potential threats posed by El Niño fires. Importantly, strong leadership recommendations for the COP30 roadmap to halt and reverse deforestation and forest degradation by 2030 have emerged, emphasizing the urgent need for global action.