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Kenya’s findings can turn a page in our study of human evolution and ask an imperative question - which ‘fittest’ species survived? Read #TheThirdEdit 👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/gV4pjcvB

🎙️ New podcast episode out now! 🌿 Explore the wonders of Earth’s ecology and evolution, where biodiversity comes from, what happens when it’s threatened, and if we can make forecasts about the biosphere like we do for weather. Listen here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ew93mTWf

🌱 New Blog: Do Mice Matter? The Impact of Mice on New Zealand Ecosanctuaries 🌱 In our latest blog, Dr. Vanessa Cave delves into a critical yet often-overlooked threat to New Zealand’s fenced ecosanctuaries: mice 🐭 🌿 These ecosanctuaries have been established to protect native plant and animal species and restore the natural balance. However, mice have proven challenging to control, posing serious risks to the native biodiversity. 📈 Through a detailed study at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, scientists used Genstat's advanced statistical tools to track how mouse populations impact invertebrate life. The findings are striking. Read the article for the full details: https://lnkd.in/emN3zjkC #Conservation #Genstat #VSNi #NZWildlife #ConservationScience #NativeEcosystems

Species360: Global Data Serving Conservation Research conducted utilizing anonymized aggregated data contributed by more than 1300 member institutions around the world is saving critically endangered species. Thank you all the organizations that have supported this work through the years! #scienceandconservation #dataservingconservation #conservationphilanthropy

With an increasing disconnect from our natural world, misconceptions and misinformation about the species we share our landscapes with often dominate our narratives. Understanding is the first step to rebuilding our relationship with the environment. In this video series, created in collaboration with the Rainmatter Foundation, we explore how communities across the country are learning to coexist with elephants, snakes, leopards, and more. In this episode, we examine the complex issue of human-elephant conflict in India. As shrinking habitats push these majestic creatures closer to human populations, conflicts have become more frequent. But there is still hope. Discover how organisations like the Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF), A Rocha India and Wildlife SOS are using innovative, tech-based solutions to reduce these conflicts and foster harmony. To learn more about these efforts, reach out to india@arocha.org and volunteer@wildlifesos.org. In partnership with Rainmatter Foundation

University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Sciences Professor Theresa Culley, a botanist and invasive species expert, has assembled a network of more than 50 public gardens in the U.S. and Canada to share information about nonnative, potentially invasive species they are finding in and around their properties. The goal is to develop an early warning about nonnative plants that could threaten agriculture or wild spaces: https://lnkd.in/g8SJ5dtJ #invasiveplants #invasiveplantspecies #invasivespecies #publicgardens #uspublicgardens #canadapublicgardens #publicgardenplants

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Exciting news for nature enthusiasts and science lovers! Our latest blog post explores the fascinating world of lichens thriving in cemeteries and delves into the work of a dedicated scientist who studies these remarkable organisms. Discover how these resilient life forms contribute to our understanding of biodiversity and ecosystem health, all while finding a unique home among the gravestones. Read the full article here: https://ift.tt/aZtIF1K.

There are beautiful #bird species to be found in the Murcia region. Last week, we shared a post about the European roller spotted on La Junquera Farm. This week, we highlight the critical role of birds. In an article on Wikifarmer by our former student Florence E., titled "Birds: an essential player in the agroecosystem balance," the significance of birds in the agroecosystem is highlighted. Read the article to learn more about how birds contribute to healthier and more resilient landscapes. https://lnkd.in/e_CGitz7 #RegenerativeAgriculture #Biodiversity #Agroecosystem #Biodiversity

Holiday lights bring joy but can disrupt nocturnal wildlife. UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems master’s student, Daphne Chevalier, is researching how artificial light affects insects and identifying which species are most at risk. In this Q&A, Chevalier discusses these impacts and offers simple tips to make seasonal light displays friendlier to nature: https://bit.ly/3ZqjItU