Category: Conservation
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Sea Level Rise Threatens Sea Turtles: New Research Findings
Sea level rise (SLR) is a looming threat to ecosystems worldwide, particularly coastal habitats and the species that rely on them. Among those vulnerable creatures are sea turtles. As the tides of climate change continue to surge, understanding the potential consequences for sea turtles becomes increasingly crucial. A recent paper dives into this topic, exploring…
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Zoo Animals: Educators or Victims? Unveiling the Truth
Zoo animals make going to the zoo sound like a great activity. It’s hard to connect and feel empathy for something that feels distant to you, or that you have never met, so going to the zoo seems like a great way to make people learn about wildlife, connect with it, and therefore feel moved…
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Ship Strikes on Whales: a Citizen Science solution
Human activities, particularly the exponential growth in global shipping, have cast a shadow over the welfare of marine life, specifically whales. The surge in shipping density, quadrupling since 1992, has led to a disturbing rise in ship strikes on whales. A groundbreaking study, detailed in the Biological Conservation journal (Volume 32, 2023), delves into the…
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Is Pro-environmental Behavior Increased by Exposure to Nature?
A pivotal aspect often debated is the influence of personal experiences with nature on pro-environmental behavior. Addressing the global environmental crisis requires a profound shift in human behavior, and the answer may lie in increasing exposure to nature. To shed light on that association, a recent meta-analysis conducted by Masashi Soga and Kevin J. Gaston…
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Critically endangered species without conservation efforts
Conservation efforts are imperative because the staggering rate of biodiversity loss has become a pressing global concern. While some endangered species are fortunate enough to receive conservation efforts, others face the path toward extinction with little to no attention. In this blog post, we shed light on some critically endangered animals that have been alarmingly…
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What are the most common ways humans harm wildlife
Introduction You may wonder what are the most common ways humans harm wildlife, because, as we know, wildlife faces an intricate web of threats, a consequence of human activities and climate change. From vehicle collisions to habitat destruction, these challenges demand a thorough understanding to inform effective conservation strategies. To find out the most common…
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Women’s contribution to wildlife conservation
On International Women’s Day, we want to highlight women’s contribution to wildlife conservation. So, we put the spotlight on 10 incredible women who have made outstanding efforts to conserve wildlife in both the ocean and land. From history and today, from different age groups and racial backgrounds, we want to show people that women in…
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The Sichuan Takin: more endangered than IUCN Red List suggests
The Sichuan takin, also known as the Tibetan takin (Budorcas taxicolor tibetana), is the most prominent and widely distributed subspecies of takin (goat-antelope) found in the People’s Republic of China. It is listed as a “vulnerable” species by the IUCN Red List due to poaching and habitat destruction. However, last year a group of scientists…
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The Hunter’s role in animal conservation
If you are here, you might be wondering what is the hunter’s role in animal conservation. The issue of hunting and conservation is one that has been in debate for years. Some argue that hunting is essential for conservation efforts, while others claim it is detrimental to wildlife and the environment. This blog post will…