Tag: Conservation
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Native Trees Boost Chick Numbers in Woodland Birds
Native trees linked to higher chick numbers in woodland birds A new study led by researchers from the University of Glasgow finds that native trees, notably the English oak, play a crucial role in the reproductive success of woodland birds and the survival of their young. The research suggests that forests with a higher abundance…
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Native trees boost chick numbers in woodland birds: new research findings
New research links native trees to higher chick numbers in woodland birds A new study led by researchers at the University of Glasgow highlights a direct connection between native trees and the reproductive success of woodland birds. The findings suggest that the availability of native tree species, such as the English oak, supports healthier chick…
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Native Trees Boost Chick Numbers in Woodland Birds: New Insights from Glasgow Researchers
New findings highlight the role of native trees in bird reproduction A new study from the University of Glasgow sheds light on how native trees, notably the English oak, influence the reproductive success of woodland birds and the survival of their chicks. The research reveals that the presence and health of native tree species in…
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Whales and Climate Change: New Adaptations in the North Atlantic
Rising temperatures reshape the North Atlantic for whales The North Atlantic Ocean is undergoing rapid changes as temperatures rise and human activity intensifies. A recent study published in Frontiers in Marine Science highlights how these shifts are not just altering whale migration patterns and prey availability but also driving surprising adaptations in behavior and physiology.…
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New diets, bubble tricks and learning to share: How whales are adapting to a warming North Atlantic
Introduction: Climate change reshapes the ocean, reshapes whale behavior Rising temperatures and increased human activity are pushing North Atlantic ecosystems toward abrupt changes. Whales, as top consumers and long-distance travelers, are responding in surprising ways. A growing body of research shows that climate-driven shifts in prey distribution, water temperature, and prey accessibility are prompting adjustments…
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Indonesia Takes Action Against Mining Firms After Floods Devastate World’s Rarest Ape
Introduction: A Crisis at the Batang Toru The November 2024 floods and landslides in Indonesia’s Batang Toru ecosystem sent shockwaves through conservation and policy circles. The disaster, which researchers say wiped out up to 11% of the world’s Tapanuli orangutan population, highlighted the fragile balance between development and biodiversity in one of Southeast Asia’s most…
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Indonesia clamps down on miners after Batang Toru floods
Thunderous floods in Batang Toru renew scrutiny on mining In November 2024, devastating floods and landslides swept through Indonesia’s Batang Toru ecosystem, an area famed for housing the world’s rare Tapanuli orangutan. The disaster forced thousands from their homes, caused substantial property damage, and raised alarm about the environmental costs of nearby extractive activities. As…
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A New Source for the Zambezi: Angola Claims the River’s Start and Its Length Surges
New Findings Redraw a Classic Geography Tale In a development that could rewrite regional geography, a recent scientific report has posited that the Zambezi River’s true source lies in Angola, not Zambia. Even more striking, the study suggests the river is more than 10% longer than earlier measurements indicated. While the Zambezi is globally renowned…
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Windhoek Baboon Attacks Prompt Urgent Action
Overview: Baboon raids disrupt daily life in Goreangab In the Goreangab informal settlement of Windhoek, residents report ongoing raids by baboons that break into shacks, steal food, and threaten family safety. The incidents have intensified in recent weeks, with some households waking to find food supplies pilfered and windows left gnawed. While wildlife conflicts are…
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Researchers uncover a seismic shift in puma behavior in Argentina: new interactions emerge
Unprecedented behavioral shift among Argentina’s pumas Researchers published a groundbreaking study in December 2025 in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B that documents a dramatic change in the behavior of pumas (Puma concolor) along parts of Argentina’s eastern slopes and grasslands. After decades of conflict with local ranchers and the wide-scale loss of…