Parami Peiris’ Post

I recently designed a detailed map of the American River Marine Estuary on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, through an ESRI tutorial in ArcGIS Pro. This project focused on map design and layout, showcasing the estuary's diverse ecosystems, including seagrass beds, sand areas, saline patches, and tidal classifications. The map highlights the protected Pelican Lagoon Sanctuary Zone, an important area for marine biodiversity. With careful visual organization and annotation, I aimed to create a map that effectively communicates the region's rich variety of habitats and conservation efforts. #GIS #MapMaking #SpatialAnalysis

The city is the citizen’s home. Every thought we make about the city, must have the citizen as protagonist. It is really dangerous to apply landscape ecology in the city as we are in the forest. We have other problems, we have other interactions and complexity not present in the forest. So it is important to have multidisciplinary working groups to think of a new vision of the city and to undestand how to apply the landscape ecology thinking also to the first actor of the city: the community but also the economic actors. This is approch that i use with the "Intelligent city" metodology The study case of the "Intelligent city" program for Fano: https://lnkd.in/dhNR37Fk

PERENTI. In few parts of the world, reptiles are the rulers. This is especially true in arid regions of Australia and some offshore islands of Australia, where the Perenti (Varanus giganteus), the continent's largest lizard, stands as the apex predator. Growing up to about 2 meters in length, these impressive lizards eat anything they can get hold of, including smaller kangaroos, various other lizard species, and even their own kind. Those inhabiting coastal areas and islands are known to feast on a significant number of sea turtle eggs and hatchlings during nesting season too. They arguably play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance within their habitats. Encountering these striking creatures during field trips is always a memorable experience. Really looking forward to doing some ecological research on these fellows in near future. #fieldwork #reptiles #StantecScientist #research #ecology

https://lnkd.in/eYT63Qb9 Evidence here for the efficacy of camouflaged clothing (even over plain black) for ornithological fieldwork - and birding too - of course.

Daniel Hamilton, a British surveyor, mapped the Sundarbans (1764-1771), creating the first comprehensive maps of the region. His work: - Documented rivers, creeks, and forests - Identified navigable channels for trade and commerce - Noted rich biodiversity, including mangroves, wildlife, and fish populations Hamilton's surveys laid the foundation for future studies, conservation efforts, and resource management in the Sundarbans. His work remains a valuable resource for understanding the region's geography, hydrology, and ecology. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the Sundarbans, shaping our understanding of this unique and vital ecosystem. Picture: Experienced the hostile weather in Sundarbans

Daily Dose of Natural Intelligence # 8 Patch - Corridor - Matrix Model It is the main formula of the Landscape Ecology. When you look at a landscape you immediately recognise the peculiar land shapes. This model structures the piece of lands according to their ecological functions. 🔹Patches are scattered land pieces function on the same ecosystem service. 🔹Corridors are contunious lands between the patches. 🔹Finally Matrix is the background ecological system holding them. 🦠Join me for daily doses of nature connection. Follow the power of knowledge each day🎖️ #sustainability #education #personaldevelopment

🦋The latest results from the annual UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme are published https://lnkd.in/e_JKtuMu. Overall, the latest findings are mixed. Around half of species at monitored sites had a better than average year, while the other half were below average.   Four species had their best year on record at a UK level: Chequered Skipper, Brimstone, Red Admiral, and Large Blue. Whilst two species recorded their worst year on record: Small Pearl-Bordered Fritillary and Small Tortoiseshell.   The UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme is organised and funded by Butterfly Conservation, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) and JNCC. The survey began in 1976 and is one of the world's longest-running insect monitoring schemes.   Thanks to thousands of volunteers UK butterflies are one of the best monitored groups of animals in the UK. This dataset is crucial in understanding long- and short-term changes in butterfly populations, including natural annual fluctuations due to the weather, and longer-term trends driven by human activity.   Evidence produced through monitoring schemes such as this survey, demonstrates how important these schemes are to help us understand the pressures on our environment, and how addressing these pressures through nature conservation & recovery can be effective in reversing decline.   JNCC has supported these schemes, involving thousands of dedicated volunteers, for over 30 years, and remains committed to continuing to support them in the future. Read more: https://bit.ly/3vtTtGP #CitizenScience

Lets talk about bare ground. While bare ground void of vegetation may seem undesirable, leaving open areas with rocks, gravel, sand and soil can actually be very beneficial to wildlife. Insects and reptiles such as butterflies and lizards will make use of rocks which absorbs heat from the sun to warm up. While, solitary bees can make their nesting burrows on sandy substrate. On the other hand, some birds, like the House Sparrow, will have dust baths to rid themselves of parasites and oils from their feathers, as seen in the video below. Therefore, it is important to factor in the importance of bare ground when creating habitats for biodiversity, as well as assessing how bare grounds at a site maybe used by exisiting wildlife. #Ecology

This is great : a science-led approach which will in time feed in to new metrics for monitoring biodiversity and show the impact of restoration programmes

🔍 **Otters vs. Beavers: Nature's Playful Architects!** 🌿 Ever wondered how to tell apart these two fascinating creatures that love to splash around rivers and lakes? 🦦🌊 Here's a quick dive into their world! **Otters:** Known for their playful antics, these furry carnivores belong to the Mustelidae family, flaunting lean bodies and pointed tails. They thrive in freshwater habitats and sometimes even the ocean. Unfortunately, they're currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. **Beavers:** These industrious rodents have earned fame for building impressive dams and lodges. With stocky bodies and paddle-like tails, they stick to shallower waters. The beaver clan is faring better, holding onto a Least Concern status. Intrigued by creatures similar to otters? Discover the Eurasian Otter, Congo Clawless Otter, Tayras, and even those mistaken for otters—beavers! 🦫 Dive deeper into their amazing traits and how they contribute to their ecosystems. Get all the detail-rich insights here: [Similar to Otters](https://lnkd.in/gZMGj_42 For an in-depth exploration and visual treats, check out the full article: [Simply Ecologist](https://lnkd.in/gHh5BKyb) #WildlifeWednesday #NatureLovers #Conservation #Ecology #SimplyEcologist #Otters #Beavers