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How can we determine if a forest will be used by marbled murrelets? One component is whether there are murrelet nesting platforms present. Check out our most recent Instagram post to learn how Raedeke conducts habitat assessments for this elusive bird! #marbledmurrelet #raedekeassociates #wildlife https://lnkd.in/gcGrGyRE

Do you like butterflies? Then you might like to know that monarch butterflies are being considered for protection under the Endangered Species Act! It's been a long push towards this and it's not guaranteed, so if you can take the time to leave a comment about why this is important to you, here's how you do so: 1) Go to regulations.gov 2) Search for docket FWS-R3-ES-2024-0137 3) Click the Dockets tab 4) Click on "Threatened Species Status with Section 4(d) Rule for Monarch Butterfly and 5) Designation of Critical Habitat" 6) Click the Docket Documents tab 7) Click the blue Comment button You have the choice of submitting by name, by organization, or anonymously. It is a little hard to find but if you follow the steps above, you'll be able to give your support to these beautiful creatures! #monarchs #pollinators #sustainability #wildlife #health

Scientists at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa are taking a bold step against poaching by injecting radioactive material into rhino horns. These tiny chips are designed to make the horns easier to detect at border crossings, reducing their value on the black market. The project, known as Rhisotope, has already shown promise and may soon be used to protect other endangered species like elephants and tigers. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eMVKcqta  Could this innovative approach be the solution to finally curbing poaching? #PrimeProgress #EdifyingNews #Rhisotope #PoachingPrevention #WildlifeConservation

🦇 Found almost exclusively in woodlands, Bechstein's bat is one of our rarest bats. 🌓 Like all UK bats, they’re nocturnal, relying on echolocation to find midges, moths, and other insects in the dark. 🔊 Echolocation is a technique bats use to "see". They make high-pitched sounds that bounce off objects and return as echoes. By listening to these echoes, bats can tell how far away something is, its size, shape, and even if it’s moving. 💁The footage beautifully highlights the importance of tools like night vision aids in addition to bat detectors during surveys, as per the new survey guidelines. Night vision aids are helping our ecology team observe these rare species in action and picked up this beautiful footage of them.

Important Research Update! We are excited to highlight a crucial study on lead testing in vultures. The article, "Validation of the LeadCare II System in Cape Vultures," investigates the effectiveness of this system in detecting lead contamination in Cape Vultures (Gyps coprotheres). Lead exposure from ingesting lead ammunition fragments in carcasses poses a significant threat to these birds of prey. The study found that the LeadCare II system might underestimate lead levels by up to 50%, raising concerns about its reliability for field assessments. Although the results can be adjusted, further research is essential to ensure precise diagnosis and effective monitoring. Understanding the impact of lead exposure is vital for improving conservation strategies and protecting these important species. Stay informed and continue supporting vulture conservation. Read more: [Validation of the LeadCare II System in Cape Vultures] https://bit.ly/4dSo94R #VulPro #VetScienceUP #VultureConservation #WildlifeProtection #LeadContamination #EnvironmentalScience #ConservationResearch #BirdsOfPrey #CapeVultures #SustainableConservation #ScienceUpdate

I remember writing an undergraduate essay (circa 2011) about the wolf culls in North America for Jason Fisher's Large Mammal Restoration class. I still think about that class and essay every time I see an article like this. And although not mammals, I'm thinking about it with the proposed en-masse Barred Owl killings across Oregon and Washington. The reality is species like Spotted Owl and caribou need minimally disturbed, large, intact habitat and that is quickly diminishing or non-existent across much of their historical range. Restoring that habitat is an extremely challenging task (politically and ecologically), especially on the time-scale these species need. Predator culls seem like a "quick fix", but I suspect are another step towards ecosystems in crisis. https://lnkd.in/g2P-Z3xb

Curious about the where and why of primate habitats? Dive into our latest article exploring the groundbreaking study mapping geographical ranges of 15 Indian primate species. Discover how our scientists unravel the puzzle, revealing the intricate balance of factors shaping the presence of different primate species—from protected areas to human impacts—inspiring action for their preservation. To read more, visit https://lnkd.in/gPVU4bVK #ConservationInnovation #WildlifeProtection #IntoTheWild #InnovativeResearch #WildlifeScience

Parrotfish, like many other fish species, rely on seagrass meadows as important nurseries for juvenile parrotfish. These meadows provide an ideal environment for growth and nourishment. Without the presence of seagrass meadows, Parrotfish would be deprived of a crucial habitat. 🌿🐠 The link to the article can be found here - https://buff.ly/3QcDrrH #Parrotfish #SeagrassMeadows #MarineHabitat #EcologicalImportance #MarineLife #OceanConservation

The assembly of Africa’s iconic C4 grassland ecosystems is central to evolutionary interpretations of many mammal lineages, including hominins. Oldest evidence of abundant C4 grasses and habitat heterogeneity in eastern Africa https://lnkd.in/gNqzZuxE

This image illustrates the diversity of ephemeral species (flowering #acacia and mulla mulla) within an #arid landscape after #seasonal rainfall. In vast regions of northern Australia, including central-west Queensland, precipitation mainly occurs during summer, with river beds and the land surface drying out after the wet season. Consequently, the area can appear rather desolate during the dry period. However, the landscape then returns rapidly back to life with sufficient rainfall, with the cycle repeating annually. C&R have significant expertise in monitoring and assessing terrestrial and aquatic habitats in the seasonably arid and wet tropics. For more on our capabilities, visit our website or contact us: https://lnkd.in/gZM3W-U #environmentalMonitoring #nativePlants #terrestrialEcology #CnRexpertise