Tag: Conservation
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Nusantara Forest Damaged by Illegal Mining and Plantations: 13,000 Ha Under Threat
Overview of the Crisis in Nusantara’s Forests Recent findings from Indonesia’s special task force reveal alarming losses in Nusantara’s forest cover. A total of 13,000 hectares have been detrimentally affected, with 4,236 hectares converted into illegal coal mines and 8,338 hectares damaged by unauthorized plantations. The figures underscore a pressing threat to biodiversity, watershed integrity,…
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Nusantara Forest: 13,000 Ha Damaged by Illegal Mining and Plantations
13,000 Hectares of Nusantara Forest Hit by Illegal Activities The Nusantara forest, a critical site for biodiversity and climate resilience, is facing a mounting crisis. Recent findings by a special task force led by Insp. Gen. Edgar Diponegoro reveal that a staggering 13,000 hectares of forest land have been compromised by illicit activities: 4,236 hectares…
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Ngātiwai Defies Marine Law Change at Poor Knights Islands, Erects Pou Whenua
Background: Ngātiwai and the Poor Knights Islands The Poor Knights Islands off the coasts of Northland have long been a focal point in Maori land and sea rights discussions. A recent incident involving the Ngātiwai hapū has drawn renewed attention to how traditional land and sea boundaries interact with modern marine management laws. The islands,…
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UM Students Uncover Animal Behavior through Camera Traps in Montana
Fieldwork on a Montana hillside On a sunlit slope in northwest Montana, a group of University of Montana students set out to observe wildlife in a hands-on way. They rely on camera traps — motion-activated cameras positioned in natural habitats — to capture how animals move, what they eat, and how they interact with their…
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UM Students Eye Animal Behavior Through Camera Traps on a Montana Hillside
Fieldwork in Montana: UM students deploy camera traps to study wildlife behavior On a sunlit hillside in northwest Montana, a small team of University of Montana students gathers around a tree, threading a sturdy strap and adjusting the angle of a motion-activated camera. The scene could be mistaken for a routine nature hike, but for…
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Humans Driving Extinctions at Rates Not Seen Since the Dinosaurs, Scientists Warn
Humanity’s Role in a Rapid Biodiversity Crisis New research synthesizing decades of environmental data and paleobiology suggests that humans are triggering the most rapid biodiversity loss since the asteroid wipeout that ended the age of the dinosaurs. While the current pace of species extinctions is extraordinary, scientists say we have not yet crossed the threshold…
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Humans Driving Extinctions On a Scale Not Seen Since the Dinosaurs, Scientists Warn
Human activity pushes biodiversity toward a historic crossroads New research suggests that human activity is triggering an extinction episode on a scale not seen since the dinosaur era. While not yet classified as a true mass extinction, scientists say the current rate of species loss is extraordinarily high and could become irreversible if biodiversity loss…
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Humans Driving Extinctions On a Scale Not Seen Since Dinosaurs, Scientists Say
Human activity may trigger the greatest extinction event since the dinosaurs New research synthesizes decades of environmental data and expert workshops to argue that human activity is driving biodiversity loss at a pace that rivals the most dramatic extinction events in Earth’s history. While the study stops short of labeling today’s declines as a true…
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10 Animals That Have Hundreds (or Millions) of Babies at Once
Introduction: A Strategy Based on Numbers In the natural world, some species rely on sheer numbers to survive. By producing hundreds or even millions of offspring at once, these animals increase the odds that a portion will reach adulthood despite predators, disease, and harsh environmental conditions. Here are ten remarkable examples of prolific breeders, from…
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10 Animals That Reproduce in Massive Litters
Introduction: The Power of Numbers in the Animal World In the wild, not every offspring survives, but many species rely on sheer numbers to ensure the next generation. From ocean giants to tiny rodents, some animals release hundreds or even millions of eggs and offspring in a single reproductive event. Here are ten remarkable examples…