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🐘 Protect the Giants: Save the Elephants 💚 https://lnkd.in/g7YrmBt5 Our majestic elephants are more than just animals – they are symbols of wisdom, strength, and balance in the wild. Did you know elephants are key players in maintaining ecosystems? Their migratory paths help shape landscapes, spread seeds, and create water access for other wildlife. But today, they face increasing threats from habitat loss and poaching. #SaveTheElephants #ProtectWildlife #ConservationMatters #PreserveNature #FightForWildlife #SustainableFuture

🌍✨ Understanding Controlled Burnings ✨🌍 Did you know that controlled burnings are a vital tool for maintaining healthy forests? Not only do these prescribed burns remove excess vegetation, they also lower the chances of uncontrolled wildfires! In addition, the fire encourages the growth of native plants, improving habitats for local wildlife. Learn more about the U.S. Forest Service's prescribed fires: slco.to/USFS-Mitigation #EcologicalHealth #FireSafety City of Millcreek

🐘 Protect the Giants: Save the Elephants 💚 Our majestic elephants are more than just animals – they are symbols of wisdom, strength, and balance in the wild. Did you know elephants are key players in maintaining ecosystems? Their migratory paths help shape landscapes, spread seeds, and create water access for other wildlife. But today, they face increasing threats from habitat loss and poaching. We can’t afford to stand by and watch these gentle giants disappear. Join the movement to protect elephants and preserve their natural habitats. Together, we can ensure future generations get to witness their beauty and power in the wild. Every action counts. 🌿 #SaveTheElephants #ProtectWildlife #ConservationMatters #PreserveNature #FightForWildlife #SustainableFuture

in addition to the benefits of these mangroves they play a great role in carbon sequestration and through photosynthesis they absorb the excess carbondioxide in the atmosphere and hence ensuring that the atmosphere is clean and overcome the effects of climate change.

🤔 Did you know? Mangroves improve water clarity? Or that they absorb energy from waves? 👉 Here are just a few reasons why we need to protect mangrove habitats for humans, wildlife, and ecosystems. #Mangroves #ClimateMitigation

🌱 Spotlight on the Western Spadefoot: A Tiny Amphibian with Big Adaptations! 🐸 The Western Spadefoot (Spea hammondii) is a fascinating amphibian found in arid regions of California and the western U.S. Its name comes from the spade-like structures on its hind feet, which allow it to dig burrows in sandy soils to escape the harsh desert heat. These burrowing masters spend much of their lives underground, emerging primarily during rainy nights to breed in temporary pools created by seasonal rains. Unfortunately, wildfires pose significant threats to this unique species. Intense fires destroy critical vegetation, altering soil structure and reducing the spadefoot’s ability to burrow effectively. Post-fire conditions often lead to soil erosion and sediment runoff, which can degrade the ephemeral ponds they rely on for breeding. Furthermore, the loss of vegetation impacts the invertebrates that make up their diet, creating additional challenges for survival. Conserving Western Spadefoot populations requires a combination of wildfire prevention, habitat restoration, and sustainable land management practices to maintain the delicate balance of their fragile ecosystems. These small but resilient creatures remind us of the intricate ways fire impacts biodiversity—and the importance of preserving all life forms, big and small. 🌧️✨ Learn more about these amphibians: https://lnkd.in/e442J6H4 #WildlifeConservation #WesternSpadefoot #WildfireImpact #HabitatRestoration

Make the most of your fall yard cleanup with steps that benefit both your garden and local wildlife. Instead of throwing out fallen leaves, mulch or compost your yard waste to return nutrients to the soil. Leaving a light leaf cover creates habitats for insects and helps prevent erosion, offering added protection for your plants through the winter. Also consider leaving native plants standing until spring for the same reason – it provides a habit for local wildlife. Learn more tips for a wildlife-friendly fall cleanup here: https://buff.ly/3zX98Lt #ProtectRestoreConnect #FallFoliage #SustainableYard #FallCleanup

One of the most effective ways to create a biodiverse lawn is by choosing the right plants. Native plants are always a good choice, as they have adapted to the local climate and soil conditions, and they provide food and shelter for local wildlife. Additionally, you should consider planting a variety of flowering plants to attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. #biodiverselawn #Biodiversity #Landscaping

This fall, skip the rake and let the leaves stay where they fall. They offer natural mulch to suppress weeds, enrich the soil, and create habitat for wildlife. 🍂 Check out these articles to learn more about the benefits of “leaving the leaves”: This Fall, Leave the Leaves!: https://lnkd.in/eey3_yA9 Why You Should Leave the Leaves: https://lnkd.in/e9uTUPgN

Peruse LandWatch's latest program update to learn about a major win for mature forests in Central and Eastern Oregon, a burgeoning wildlife crossing initiative, work to conserve mule deer habitat and much more.  Read: https://lnkd.in/g4VfNh3K