Things related to the web of life; ecology; wildlife; endangered species
"Sea lions are stranding themselves on a long stretch of the California coast and showing signs that they may have been poisoned by a bloom of harmful algae, experts said Thursday."
"Researchers are restoring the Caribbean’s surprising, spiky custodians, which gobble up the algae smothering coral reefs."
"Scientists studying migrations, endangered species, and global change are placing tracking devices on thousands of animals that will be monitored by a satellite-based system set to launch next year. If successful, the project could help illuminate the planet’s nonhuman worlds."
"The birds were accidentally poisoned in India. New research on what happened next shows how wildlife collapse can be deadly for people."
"As global temperatures rise and seasons shift, bees and other pollinators are missing critical connections with flowers and crops."
It’s summertime and the living is easy for algae that can be hazardous to human health. Climate heating and agricultural pollution are making the problem worse. The latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores useful sources of data for tracking trends. Plus, tips on how to use the data for local reporting on the risks posed by this seasonal threat.
"Scientists in Brazil have come up with the first evidence that sharks are being exposed to cocaine."
"An Andean condor being treated in Chile with lead in its blood, a pellet embedded in its skull and a satellite tracker from Argentina highlights the challenges of conserving this endangered bird."
"Sparrows were taken into captivity after numbers dwindled – and this week experts released 1,000th bird back into wild".
"Greenland police said they apprehended veteran environmental activist and anti-whaling campaigner Paul Watson on an international arrest warrant issued by Japan."
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