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fWotD Episode 2938: Red-capped parrot Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Wednesday, 21 May 2025, is Red-capped parrot.The red-capped parrot (Purpureicephalus spurius) is a species of broad-tailed parrot native to southwestern Australia. It was described by Heinrich Kuhl in 1820, with no subspecies recognised. It has long been classified in its own genus owing to its distinctive elongated beak, though genetic analysis shows that it lies within the lineage of the Psephotellus parrots and that its closest relative is the mulga parrot (Psephotellus varius). Not easily confused with other parrot species, it has a bright crimson crown, green-yellow cheeks, and a distinctive long bill. The wings, back, and long tail are dark green, and the underparts are purple-blue. The adult female is very similar though sometimes slightly duller than the male; her key distinguishing feature is a white stripe on the wing under-surface. Juveniles are predominantly green.Found in woodland and open savanna country, the red-capped parrot is predominantly herbivorous, consuming seeds, particularly of eucalypts, as well as flowers and berries, but insects are occasionally eaten. Nesting takes place in tree hollows, generally of older large trees. Although the red-capped parrot has been shot as a pest and has been affected by land clearing, the population is growing and the species is considered of least-concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). It has a reputation of being anxious and difficult to breed in captivity.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:36 UTC on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Red-capped parrot on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Salli.

*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.Colossal Biosciences has announced the successful resurrection of a set of Dire Wolves that have officially been extinct for 10-13,000 years. Time Magazine reported how the company can now “summon back species from the dead,” which “could prevent existing but endangered animals from slipping into extinction themselves.” Colossal Biosciences plans to birth a Mammoth by late 2028, having already in March announced it had copied mammoth DNA to create a woolly mouse,” which is admittedly a “chimeric critter.” In other words, as with the dire wolves, it's a mix of various pieces merged into one, i.e., it's a manmade creation. As Time reports, the company “rewrote the genetic code of the common gray wolf to match it [dire wolf], and, using domestic dogs as surrogate mothers,” resurrected the dead. Since April is the anniversary of the founding of the city of Rome in roughly 753 BCE it's all the more interesting that the company name their wolves after Romulus and Remus. One question is left unaddressed among the spectacle, magic, science, and obvious questions of morality or playing god: how do we define extinction or endangered. It's simple; the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which once defined the former term as an animal not spotted in 50 years, now says an animal is extinct if there is “no reasonable doubt that the last individual member has died.” Better yet, these observations are often made not by the IUCN, but by citizens, as is common for bird watchers. The conservation status of each animal, plant and fungi species is compiled by the IUCN in what is called the "Red List,” which has over 41,000 species. And it is this arbitrary list which gives moral licensing and justification to those like Colossal Bioscences.  -FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tst-radio--5328407/support.

Earth Month Special: A Deep Dive into Global Conservation with Sean Southey “This is our global education moment. This is the time to champion. This is the time to be noisy. This is the time to dream.”What if we told you there's a conservation powerhouse that's been quietly shaping environmental policies, protecting endangered species, and inspiring global action for over 75 years—but most people have never heard of it? In this Earth Month special of Talking Apes,  Gerry sits down with Sean Southey, CEO of the Canadian Wildlife Federation and a lifelong champion for nature, to uncover the incredible story of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).From the IUCN Red List (the world's go-to guide on endangered species) to its role in shaping major environmental policies, Sean reveals how this under-the-radar organization has influenced everything from wildlife trade regulations (CITES) to nature-based education initiatives. But conservation isn't just about policies—it's about people. Sean shares powerful stories of how simple, community-driven efforts can transform conservation, from opening up wildlife experiences to local children in Kenya to bringing nature into classrooms worldwide.Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, an aspiring conservationist, or just curious about how global environmental decisions are made, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights, inspiring stories, and a call to action. Tune in to learn how YOU can be part of the movement to protect our planet. Learn more about IUCNGet involved in the IUCN's work Explore the Canadian Wildlife FederationSean is Chair of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Commission on Education and Communication (CEC). In this role, he has worked tirelessly to enhance IUCN's use of strategic communications for social change. This has included a lead role in designing and implementing IUCN's #NatureForAll campaign.Send us a textSupport the showTalking Apes is an initiative of the nonprofit GLOBIO. Official website: talkingapes.orgInstagram: @talkingapes_podcastTwitter: @talking_apes BUY OUR MERCH

If you've ever wondered how you can make an impact in the rapidly worsening biodiversity crisis, then this episode is a must-watch.In this episode of Eco Futurists, host Prof Andy Lowe is joined by John Scanlon, a global conservation leader who's dedicated his career to protecting wildlife and ecosystems. From combating the illegal ivory trade to influencing international conservation policies, John's work shows that one person truly can make a difference. But to turn the tide, we need more people like him. In many ways this is a ‘how to' episode on a life devoted to biodiversity conservation.* video cast available on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/45ft9epy YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@EcoFuturistsEco Futurists is supported by the Environment Institute https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/ at the University of Adelaide http://www.adelaide.edu.au/. Learn MoreJohn Scanlon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_E._ScanlonElephant Protection Initiative https://www.elephantprotectioninitiative.org/ADM Capital Foundation https://www.admcf.org/Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora https://cites.org/engInternational Council of Environmental Law https://icelinternational.org/International Unions for conservation of Nature (IUCN) https://iucn.org/Get In TouchYou can contact Eco Futurists podcast ⁠ecofuturists@gmail.com⁠Enjoying the show? Rate, review, and share it with your friends to help listeners like yourself explore their inner Eco Futurist.

There has been worrying news from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Its latest Red List shows that birds make up a staggering 12 per cent of the world's threatened species. In Being Green this week, Glynis Crook speaks to Birdlife South Africa's Dr Kirsten Day about which birds are the most at risk.

On hearing the news of Lonesome George's death, the last Pinta Island tortoise, most people are likely to think it is sad and noteworthy news. But do we really care? As the world experiences what experts describe as the sixth mass extinction researchers have studied how people react to the news of animals, such as Lonesome George, disappearing from the planet for good. The team, led by University of Galway in collaboration with UCD and Maynooth University, turned to big data and the world of culturomics to measure how we react to the demise of animals and plants and whether we mourn their loss or if we are numb to the effects. The full study has been published in the journal Animal Conservation and is available here. Dr Kevin Healy, School of Natural Sciences and the Ryan Institute at University of Galway, said, "Culturomics is an approach where we gather large amounts of online data to understand cultural patterns. In our study we tracked changes in tweets, and Wikipedia page visits before and after the extinction of eight species ranging from Lonesome George, the last Pinta Island tortoise, to more obscure species such as the bean snail." The research team analysed data of more than two million Wikipedia page visits and more than 100,000 tweets and retweets on Twitter between 2007 and 2023, relating to eight species now extinction species including the Pinta Giant Tortoise; the Christmas Island Whiptail-skink; the Bramble Cay Mosaic-tailed Rat; the Alagoas Foliage-gleaner; Captain Cook's Bean Snail; the Oahu Treesnail; the Rabb's fringe-limbed treefrog and the West African black rhinoceros, to test if people increased engagement after the extinction and how global it was. By measuring interactions on both X and visits to Wikipedia, the researchers were able to gauge how people engage with the more immediate world of social media in comparison to the expected slower paced world of an online encyclopaedia. The study showed that while tweets, retweets and posts on X relating to a species increased after its extinction, this was only a short-lived phenomenon. In contrast, visits to Wikipedia pages relating to an extinction had longer lasting engagement. Dr Susan Canavan, School of Natural Sciences, University of Galway and lead author on the study, said, "Overall, we found that people mentioned a species on twitter more often directly after its extinction, however this increase was quite short lived. However, when we looked at Wikipedia page visits the increase in page visits after an extinction was sustained for far longer." The researchers also found that the most commonly used words are strongly associated with sadness and that for a brief moment even those relatively obscure species found in highly localised parts of the world are mourned across the globe. Dr Canavan added, "Overall, it does look like people care and are saddened by the news of extinction. We see words like 'RIP' and 'lost' commonly appear, and that the location of tweets expand from close to the species range, to across the globe after extinction." However, while people display a sense of caring on hearing news of extinction, where they hear it from, or how they hear it, was found to be an important driver in how they engage with it. The researchers found that a small cohort of "influencers" drive the majority of engagement on X. For example, engagement on X after the extinction of the West African black rhinoceros were heavily influenced by posts from the comedian Ricky Gervais. And while people respond to the news of extinction on mainstream media, there was no noticeable increase in engagement or page visits associated with official extinction announcements from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Dr Healy said, "From a conservation point of view, these results show that we can do better in communicating species extinction by more clearly linking in with media outlets and engaging with particular parts of social media. People's ...

In a ground-breaking development for marine conservation in Ireland, two rare angel sharks (Squatina squatina) have been successfully tagged and released by scientists from the Marine Institute in Tralee Bay, County Kerry. This achievement marks a significant milestone as it is the first (and second) time ever that an angel shark has been fitted with an electronic tag in Irish waters. This marks a crucial step forward in the preservation and study of one of the most endangered shark species in Europe. The tagging, carried out by the Marine Institute in collaboration with local fishers, is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the EU as part of the Biodiversity Scheme. Dr Ross O'Neill, a licenced tagger with the Marine Institute worked with local fisherman Michael Peter Hennessy on board the MFV Lady K to successfully tag a male and a female angel shark. The successful tagging represents a vital contribution to ongoing efforts aimed at understanding the behaviour, migration patterns, and habitat preferences of this elusive species. The invaluable data collected by the tags will provide researchers with information that will inform future conservation strategies, aiming to safeguard the survival of angel shark in Irish and European waters. Dr Ross O'Neill expressed the significance of the achievement: "This is a landmark moment for marine conservation in Ireland. The angel shark is an incredibly rare species, making this recent encounter and successful tagging of two specimens in Tralee Bay all the more important. The tagging will allow us to track their movements and better understand how we can protect this species from further decline. It's an exciting development not just for Irish marine life but for global conservation efforts." Angel Shark Angel shark, also known as the "Devil's Banjo", is a slow-growing, long-lived, and vulnerable species historically found in waters from North Africa to Norway. Catches of the species by commercial and recreational fishermen were common in the Tralee Bay area historically. Reported numbers, however, have declined dramatically since the late 1960s, and today, encounters are extremely rare, and the species is now listed as "Critically Endangered" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The success of the tagging operation in Kerry adds to the growing body of research focused on preserving these ancient creatures. These sightings also build on other recent observations of angel sharks west of Clew Bay by the Marine Institute and last summer in inner Galway Bay beside the Marine Institute's Headquarters at Rinville, confirming the importance of Ireland's west coast as a critical refuge for this endangered species. Tralee Bay Tralee Bay has been confirmed as one of the last strongholds for the angel shark species in Irish waters. Tralee Bay provides a habitat for several other rare and endangered sharks and their relatives, including the undulate ray, sting ray and the extremely rare white skate. Next Steps The tagged angel sharks were released close to their area of capture northwest of the Maharees peninsula and swam away strongly. The tags will log and transmit information for the next year, after which they will automatically detach from the fish. Researchers in the Marine Institute hope these data will uncover critical information about the species' preferred habitats, migration timings and movement behaviour and thus allow for more effective conservation measures to be implemented. It is hoped that more specimens will be similarly tagged in the coming months with the assistance of the local fishing industry. Community Collaboration Collaboration between local fishermen, the community and Marine Institute scientists is key to the success of conservation efforts. Commenting, Dr Rick Officer, CEO of Marine Institute, said: "The tagging project has been made possible through the close cooperation between scientists, local fishermen and coa...

fWotD Episode 2711: Markham's storm petrel Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Sunday, 6 October 2024 is Markham's storm petrel.Markham's storm petrel (Hydrobates markhami) is a seabird native to the Pacific Ocean around Peru, Chile, and Ecuador. The species is named after British explorer Albert Hastings Markham, who collected the specimen on which the scientific description was based. It is a large and slender storm petrel, with a wingspan between 49 and 54 cm (19 and 21 in). Its plumage is black to sooty brown with a grayish bar that runs diagonally across the upper side of the wings. A member of the family Hydrobatidae, the northern storm petrels, the species is similar to the black storm petrel (Hydrobates melania), from which it can be difficult to distinguish.A colonial breeder, the species nests in natural cavities in salt crusts in northern Chile and Peru; ninety-five percent of the known colonies are found in the Atacama Desert. The first colony was only reported in 1993, and it is expected that more colonies are yet to be discovered. Pairs produce one egg per season, which is laid on bare ground without any nesting material. Parents will attend their brood only at night, returning to the sea before dawn. The timing of the breeding season significantly varies both within and in-between colonies, for unknown reasons. The diet of Markham's storm petrel consists of fish, cephalopods such as octopuses, and crustaceans; about ten percent of stomach contents is traceable to scavenging.The species is listed as near threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Despite their relatively large population, which was estimated at between 150,000 and 180,000 individuals in 2019, the species is in decline. Primary threats are habitat destruction due to mining of the salt crusts the birds rely on for breeding, and light pollution by mines and cities near the colonies. Light pollution can attract or disorient fledglings that make their first flight to the sea, and has been estimated to be responsible for the death of around 20,000 fledglings each year, which might amount to one third of all fledglings.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:35 UTC on Sunday, 6 October 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Markham's storm petrel on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Emma.

When Azzedine Downes became President and CEO of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) in 2012, one thing was clear to him: "Talking to people who already agreed with us just isn't enough to get real results." As IFAW's Executive Vice President since 1997, Azzedine had worked closely with experts from across the sciences and decision makers from around the world. But when he became President, IFAW started bringing together what Azzedine likes to call “the unusual suspects.” Seamstresses in Malawi. Auction houses in China. Working together, IFAW's eclectic network is now helping animals and people thrive together in more than 40 countries. Azzedine has led IFAW through a groundbreaking period of geographic expansion and strategic consolidation. He's helped open offices on four continents, including IFAW's first office in the Middle East. Azzedine has also influenced international policies to create positive change on the ground. In Azzedine's first year as President, IFAW signed a historic lease agreement with a Maasai community near Amboseli National Park in Kenya, securing 16,000 acres of precious habitat for elephants. Months later, Azzedine helped establish a first-of-its-kind cooperative framework between IFAW and INTERPOL's Environmental Crime Program. For years, Azzedine has served as the Head of the Delegation to the CITES Conference of the Parties. And recently, he directed IFAW's successful campaign for membership to the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN).Before joining IFAW, Azzedine served as the Chief of Party for the U.S. Agency for International Development in Jerusalem and Morocco, as well as the Acting Regional Director for the United States Peace Corps in Eurasia and the Middle East. In 2015, Fast Company named Azzedine one of the “The Most 100 Creative People in Business,” and he has been listed among The NonProfit Times's “Power and Influence Top 50.” He is a member of the Global Tiger Forum Advisory Council, and he currently sits on the U.S. Trade and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee. Named to the prestigious Council for Hope of the Jane Goodall Legacy Foundation in 2023, Azzedine joins a group of prominent global thought and business leaders committed to using their influence to improve the world around us. A graduate of Providence College and Harvard University, Azzedine is fluent in Arabic, English, and French.His personal memoir, The Couscous Chronicles: Stories of Food, Love, And Donkeys from a Life Between Cultures, was published in June 2023.

fWotD Episode 2670: Black-throated loon Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Monday, 26 August 2024 is Black-throated loon.The black-throated loon (Gavia arctica), also known as the Arctic loon and the black-throated diver, is a migratory aquatic bird found in the northern hemisphere, primarily breeding in freshwater lakes in northern Europe and Asia. It winters along sheltered, ice-free coasts of the north-east Atlantic Ocean and the eastern and western Pacific Ocean. This loon was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758 and has two subspecies. It was previously considered to be the same species as the Pacific loon, of which it is traditionally considered to be a sister species, although this is debated. In a study that used mitochondrial and nuclear intron DNA, the black-throated loon was found to be sister to a clade consisting of the Pacific loon and two sister species, the common loon and the yellow-billed loon.The black-throated loon measures about 70 cm (28 in) in length and can weigh anywhere from 1.3 to 3.4 kilograms (2.9 to 7.5 lb). In breeding plumage, the adult of the nominate subspecies has mostly black upperparts, with the exception of some of the mantle and scapulars, which have white squares. The head and hindneck are grey, and the sides white and striped black. Most of the throat is also black, giving this bird the name "black-throated loon". The colour of the throat patch can be used to distinguish the two subspecies; the throat patch of the other subspecies, G. a. viridigularis, is green. The underparts are mostly white, including the bottom of the throat. The flanks are also white, a feature which can be used to separate this bird from the Pacific loon. When it is not breeding, the black patch on the throat is absent, replaced with white; most of the black lines on the throat are also missing, except those on the bottom sides, and the upperparts are unpatterned with the exception of a few white spots on the upperwing. The juvenile is similar to the non-breeding adult, except more brown overall.The timing of the breeding season is variable; in the southern part of its range, this loon starts breeding in April, whereas in the northern portion, it waits until after the spring thaw. It builds an oval nest about 23 centimetres (9.1 in) across, either near the breeding lake or on vegetation emerging from it. The black-throated loon usually lays a clutch of two, rarely one or three, brown-green eggs with dark splotches. After an incubation period of 27 to 29 days, the chick hatches, and is fed a diet of small fish and invertebrates. The adult mostly eats fish. To catch this food, it forages by itself or in pairs, very rarely foraging in groups. It dives from the water, going no deeper than 5 metres (16 ft). Most dives are successful. Whether or not at least one chick will hatch from a nest is variable, ranging from 30% to 90%. Most failures come from predators and flooding. Overall, the population of this loon is declining, although the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) still rates it as least concern, because the population decline is not rapid enough. The black-throated loon is protected under both the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 and the Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:12 UTC on Monday, 26 August 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Black-throated loon on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Salli.

https://davidmarkquigley.com/ https://www.biorisk.us/ David Mark Quigley who is so inspirational! He overcame his lifelong dyslexia by writing an adventure novel, which turned into a best-seller! He has since written other best-selling adventure novels. He is an advocate for overcoming dyslexia, authors, and entrepreneurs who want to start their own ventures, as well as wildlife advocacy. His books have a philanthropic theme woven in and he donates a large % of sales to wildlife conservation through his Quigley Foundation. BIO: Author | Creative Maverick | Wildlife Warrior | I Ching Practitioner | Modern-Day Renaissance Man | Storyteller David Mark Quigley, a best-selling author and esteemed I Ching practitioner, resides in Naples, Florida, and originally hails from the rugged landscapes of New Zealand. His journey from overcoming severe dyslexia to achieving global recognition in literature highlights his profound resilience and dedication. As the author of the gripping African Series, which includes titles such as "Scars of the Leopard," "The Last Rhino," "White Gold," "African Lion," and "The Last Scales," Quigley crafts thrilling adventures that also emphasize critical wildlife conservation issues. His novels are celebrated for their compelling storytelling and rich, authentic details, drawing extensively from his adventures across Europe, Australia, and Africa. A significant portion of the sales from his books supports the Quigley Wildlife Foundation, which contributes to various wildlife conservation efforts, resonating deeply with readers worldwide. Beyond his literary success, Quigley is a skilled I Ching practitioner who integrates this ancient knowledge into his peak performance consultancy. His unique approach uses the I Ching and various other techniques to help clients achieve profound insights and make the right decisions, enhancing both their personal and professional lives. This strategic application facilitates transformative experiences that promote decision-making and personal growth. David Mark Quigley's multifaceted career exemplifies his role as a modern-day Renaissance man, whose work not only entertains but also empowers and educates. His dedication to both his craft and his clients showcases the power of blending historical wisdom with contemporary practice, inspiring a broad audience ranging from avid readers to top-tier professionals seeking to elevate their careers. About the Quigley Foundation: In the shadow of the escalating wildlife crisis, the statistics are grim and telling. Save the Rhino International's alarming estimate that nearly 10,000 rhinos have succumbed to the ravages of poaching over the last decade paints a distressing picture of the reality these majestic creatures face. The narrative is no less harrowing for Africa's elephants, with the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) declaring them critically endangered as of 2021. These creatures, emblematic of Africa's rich biodiversity, stand on the precipice, teetering dangerously close to the abyss of extinction. In response to this urgent conservation crisis, the Quigley Wildlife Foundation emerges as a beacon of hope and action. Established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the heart of Florida, the foundation is a testament to the power of collective effort and shared vision. At its core, the foundation is propelled by a team of five Directors, each bringing a wealth of diverse international experiences and an expansive network that spans across continents, organizations, and charities. This unique amalgamationof perspectives and resources is the driving force behind the foundation's impactful conservation initiatives.

CheloniaCast is joined by both Dr. Russ Mittermeier and Dr. Anders Rhodin to holistically discuss the origins of chelonian conservation as well as the founding and evolution of some of the largest organizations in the field. The conversation ranges from the beginnings of IUCN-SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group to the future outlook on chelonian conservation. Dr. Mittermeier has been a part of wildlife conservation for the last 50 years. From primates to South American side-necked turtles, Russ has had a diverse and impactful effect on wildlife conservation. Russ was previously President of Conservation International for 25 years, and then Executive Vice Chair until 2017. Russ is currently the Chief Conservation Officer of Re:wild (formerly Global Wildlife Conservation) and an active member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) which he used to serve as Vice President of. Russ is the author of 40 books and almost 800 scientific papers. Dr. Rhodin is a retired orthopedic surgeon that has had a lifelong passion for turtles and tortoises. He is the Founder and Director of the Chelonian Research Foundation, Founding Editor and Publisher of the journal Chelonian Conservation and Biology and the monograph series Chelonian Research Monographs, and has served as both Chair and Co-Chair of the IUCN-SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group.   You can learn more about the Chelonian Research Foundation here: https://chelonian.org/    Access Chelonian Conservation and Biology here: https://chelonian.org/ccb/    Or through BioOne Digital Library here: https://bioone.org/journals/chelonian...    Access Chelonian Research Monographs here: https://chelonian.org/crm/    Learn more about the IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group here: https://iucn-tftsg.org/pub-chron/   To learn more about Russ and his work with Re:wild visit: https://www.rewild.org/    To learn more about seed grants for conservation, like the Turtle Conservation Fund, visit: https://turtleconservationfund.org/   Learn more about the CheloniaCast Podcast here: https://theturtleroom.org/cheloniacast/   Learn more about the CheloniaCast Podcast Fund here: https://theturtleroom.org/project/cheloniacast-podcast/   Follow the CheloniaCast Podcast on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter @cheloniacast   Host social media - Jason Wills - @chelonian.carter / Michael Skibsted - @michael.skibstedd / Jack Thompson - @jack_reptile_naturalist_302 / Ken Wang - @americanmamushi / Wyatt Keil - @wyatts_wildlife_photography / Paul Cuneo - @paul_turtle_conservation42 / Alex Mione - @alex.mione

A species of wild cat in Europe that was almost extinct, or about to disappear, over 20 years ago has returned. 二十多年前，欧洲的一种几近灭绝或即将消失的野猫物种已经回归。Last week, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) declared that the Iberian lynx is no longer an endangered species. Native to Spain and Portugal, the wild cats are medium-sized with different shades of brown. They have pointed ears and facial hair that looks like a beard. 上周，国际自然保护联盟（IUCN）宣布，伊比利亚猞猁不再是濒危物种。这种原产于西班牙和葡萄牙的野猫体型中等，毛色有不同的棕色调。它们有尖尖的耳朵和看起来像胡须的面部毛发。In 2001, there were only 62 adult Iberian lynx. The low numbers led to emergency efforts to save the animals. Experts then helped bring males and females together for reproduction and started protection projects. Other efforts included restoring their natural environments, including dense forests and grasslands. 2001年，成年伊比利亚猞猁仅有62只。这一低数量引发了拯救这些动物的紧急努力。专家们帮助将雄性和雌性猞猁聚集在一起进行繁殖，并启动了保护项目。其他努力还包括恢复它们的自然环境，包括密林和草原。By 2023, the IUCN said its latest count shows more than 2,000 wild cats, including adults and younger ones. 到2023年，IUCN表示，其最新统计显示有超过2000只野猫，包括成年的和幼小的。“It's really (a) huge success, an exponential increase in the population size,” Craig Hilton-Taylor told The Associated Press. He is head of the IUCN Red List. The Red List maintains information on animals and plants that face the risk of extinction. 克雷格·希尔顿-泰勒对美联社说：“这真的是一个巨大的成功，种群数量呈指数级增长。” 他是IUCN红色名录的负责人。红色名录收录了面临灭绝风险的动植物信息。The Iberian lynx's disappearance was closely linked to that of its main food source -- the European rabbit. Other reasons are damage to its habitats and human activity. 伊比利亚猞猁的消失与其主要食物来源——欧洲兔密切相关。其他原因还包括栖息地的破坏和人类活动。One of the keys to their recovery has been the attention given to the rabbit population. The rabbits had been affected by changes in agricultural production. And their recovery has led to a continuous increase in the lynx population, Hilton-Taylor said. 它们恢复的关键之一是对兔子种群的关注。农业生产的变化影响了兔子种群。而兔子的恢复带来了猞猁种群的持续增长，希尔顿-泰勒说。Francisco Javier Salcedo Ortiz is with the European Union's LIFE Lynx-Connect project. 弗朗西斯科·哈维尔·萨尔塞多·奥尔蒂斯隶属于欧盟的LIFE Lynx-Connect项目。He called it “the greatest recovery of a cat species ever achieved through conservation.” Ortiz said it was the result of partnerships among public bodies, scientific communities, non-profit organizations, businesses, and people, like local landowners, farmers, gamekeepers and hunters. 他称其为“通过保护实现的猫科动物最大恢复”。奥尔蒂斯说，这是公共机构、科学界、非营利组织、企业和人们（如当地土地所有者、农民、护林员和猎人）之间合作的结果。IUCN has also worked with local communities to teach people about the importance of the Iberian lynx in nature. This has helped to reduce animal deaths due to accidents or illegal hunting. In addition, Hilton-Taylor said, farmers receive money if a lynx kills any of their animals. IUCN还与当地社区合作，教育人们了解伊比利亚猞猁在自然界的重要性。这有助于减少因事故或非法狩猎造成的动物死亡。此外，希尔顿-泰勒说，如果猞猁杀死了农民的任何动物，农民会得到赔偿。Since 2010, more than 400 Iberian lynx have been reintroduced to parts of Portugal and Spain. Now, their habitat includes at least 3,320 square kilometers. This is an increase from 449 square kilometers in 2005. 自2010年以来，已有超过400只伊比利亚猞猁被重新引入葡萄牙和西班牙的部分地区。现在，它们的栖息地至少包括3320平方公里。这比2005年的449平方公里有所增加。“We have to consider every single thing before releasing a lynx, and every four years or so we revise the protocols,” said Ramón Pérez de Ayala. He is the World Wildlife Fund's Spain species project manager. WWF is one of the organizations involved in the project. “在释放猞猁之前，我们必须考虑每一个细节，并且每四年左右我们会修订协议，”拉蒙·佩雷斯·德·阿亚拉说。他是世界野生动物基金会西班牙物种项目经理。WWF是参与该项目的组织之一。While the latest Red List update offers hope for other species in the same situation, Hilton-Taylor warns that the lynx is not out of danger just yet. The biggest uncertainty is what will happen to rabbits. They are often affected by viruses and other diseases. 尽管最新的红色名录更新为处于同样境地的其他物种带来了希望，希尔顿-泰勒警告说，猞猁尚未完全脱离危险。最大的未知是兔子的未来。它们常常受到病毒和其他疾病的影响。Hilton-Taylor said, “We also worried about issues with climate change, how the habitat will respond to climate change, especially the increasing impact of fires, as we've seen in the Mediterranean in the last year or two.” 希尔顿-泰勒说：“我们还担心气候变化问题，栖息地将如何应对气候变化，特别是火灾影响的增加，正如我们在过去一两年在地中海地区所见。”

Cheloniacast sits down to speak with the renowned Dr. Russ Mittermeier to discuss and dive further into the vast array of conservation efforts he's been a part of for the last 50 years. From primates to South American side-necked turtles, Russ has had a diverse and impactful effect on wildlife conservation. Russ was previously President of Conservation International for 25 years, and then Executive Vice Chair until 2017. Russ is currently the Chief Conservation Officer of Re:wild (formerly Global Wildlife Conservation) and an active member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) which he used to serve as Vice President of. Russ is the author of 40 books and almost 800 scientific papers. The conversation centers around Russ' work with the conservation of turtles and tortoises but also encompasses his journey and accomplishments.   To learn more about Russ and his work with Re:wild visit: https://www.rewild.org/   To learn more about seed grants for conservation, like the Turtle Conservation Fund, visit: https://turtleconservationfund.org/   ....

fWotD Episode 2604: Giraffe Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Friday, 21 June 2024 is Giraffe.The giraffe is a large African hoofed mammal belonging to the genus Giraffa. It is the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant on Earth. Traditionally, giraffes have been thought of as one species, Giraffa camelopardalis, with nine subspecies. Most recently, researchers proposed dividing them into four extant species due to new research into their mitochondrial and nuclear DNA, and individual species can be distinguished by their fur coat patterns. Seven other extinct species of Giraffa are known from the fossil record.The giraffe's chief distinguishing characteristics are its extremely long neck and legs, its horn-like ossicones, and its spotted coat patterns. It is classified under the family Giraffidae, along with its closest extant relative, the okapi. Its scattered range extends from Chad in the north to South Africa in the south, and from Niger in the west to Somalia in the east. Giraffes usually inhabit savannahs and woodlands. Their food source is leaves, fruits, and flowers of woody plants, primarily acacia species, which they browse at heights most other herbivores cannot reach.Lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, and African wild dogs may prey upon giraffes. Giraffes live in herds of related females and their offspring or bachelor herds of unrelated adult males, but are gregarious and may gather in large aggregations. Males establish social hierarchies through "necking", combat bouts where the neck is used as a weapon. Dominant males gain mating access to females, which bear sole responsibility for rearing the young.The giraffe has intrigued various ancient and modern cultures for its peculiar appearance, and has often been featured in paintings, books, and cartoons. It is classified by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as vulnerable to extinction and has been extirpated from many parts of its former range. Giraffes are still found in numerous national parks and game reserves, but estimates as of 2016 indicate there are approximately 97,500 members of Giraffa in the wild. More than 1,600 were kept in zoos in 2010.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:49 UTC on Friday, 21 June 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Giraffe on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Kajal Neural.

https://davidmarkquigley.com/ David Mark Quigleywho is so inspirational! He overcame his lifelong dyslexia by writing anadventure novel, which turned into a best-seller! He has since written otherbest-selling adventure novels. He is an advocate for overcoming dyslexia,authors, and entrepreneurs who want to start their own ventures, as well aswildlife advocacy. His books have a philanthropic theme woven in and he donatesa large % of sales to wildlife conservation through his Quigley Foundation. BIO: David MarkQuigley's life reads like an adventure novel, rich with experiences that spancontinents and disciplines. Born in the rugged landscapes of New Zealand,his journey from farming and viticulture to becoming a renowned author andsculptor is a testament to his multifaceted talents and unwavering spirit ofexploration. Quigley's travels across Europe, Australia,and Africa have not only fueled hisadventurous soul but also deeply connected him with the natural world, shapinghis destiny as a guardian of wildlife. Confronting and overcoming dyslexia, Quigley discovered a profound lovefor storytelling, penning gripping narratives that whisk readers away onexhilarating adventures. His literary works, including "Scars of theLeopard," "The Last Rhino," "White Gold,""African Lion," and "The Last Scales," are infused with theadrenaline of his real-life escapades and a passionate plea for conservation. Quigley's artistic prowess extends to the realm of silver sculpture,where he captures the essence of the wild creatures he champions, translatingthe spirit of Africa into stunning visualpieces. Beyond his creative endeavors, he leads an international environmentalconsultancy, dedicating his expertise to the preservation of fragileecosystems. Now residing in Naples, Florida, in a home he craftedwith his own hands, Quigley's life is shared with his wife and a collection of"furry freeloaders," each with their own intriguing tales. Hiscommitment to conservation and storytelling continues to inspire, proving thatthe pursuit of passion and purpose can lead to extraordinary outcomes. DavidMark Quigley is not just an author or an environmentalist; he is a modern-dayRenaissance man whose life and work champion the wild and the power of thehuman spirit to enact change. Additionally, he offers peak performance coaching, incorporating I Ching,hypnosis, flow state, meditation, balance, quantum biofeedback, breathwork, andmore, enhancing the lives of others through his comprehensive approach towell-being and personal achievement. About the Quigley Foundation: In the shadow ofthe escalating wildlife crisis, the statistics are grim and telling. Save theRhino International's alarming estimate that nearly 10,000 rhinos havesuccumbed to the ravages of poaching over the last decade paints a distressingpicture of the reality these majestic creatures face. The narrative is no lessharrowing for Africa's elephants, with theInternational Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) declaring themcritically endangered as of 2021. These creatures, emblematic of Africa's rich biodiversity, stand on the precipice,teetering dangerously close to the abyss of extinction. In response tothis urgent conservation crisis, the Quigley Wildlife Foundation emerges as abeacon of hope and action. Established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organizationin the heart of Florida,the foundation is a testament to the power of collective effort and sharedvision. At its core, the foundation is propelled by a team of five Directors,each bringing a wealth of diverse international experiences and an expansivenetwork that spans across continents, organizations, and charities. This uniqueamalgamationof perspectives and resources is the driving force behind thefoundation's impactful conservation initiatives.

fWotD Episode 2552: Inaccessible Island rail Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Tuesday, 30 April 2024 is Inaccessible Island rail.The Inaccessible Island rail (Laterallus rogersi) is a small bird of the rail family, Rallidae. Endemic to Inaccessible Island in the Tristan Archipelago in the isolated south Atlantic, it is the smallest extant flightless bird in the world. The species was described by physician Percy Lowe in 1923 but had first come to the attention of scientists 50 years earlier. The Inaccessible Island rail's affinities and origin were a long-standing mystery; in 2018 its closest relative was identified as the South American dot-winged crake (Porzana spiloptera), and it was decided that both species are best classified in the genus Laterallus.A small species, the Inaccessible Island rail has brown plumage, black bill and feet, and adults have a red eye. It occupies most habitats on Inaccessible Island, from the beaches to the central plateau, feeding on a variety of small invertebrates and also some plant matter. Pairs are territorial and monogamous, with both parents being responsible for incubating the eggs and raising the chicks. Its adaptations to living on a tiny island at high densities include low base metabolic rates, small clutch sizes, and flightlessness.Unlike many other oceanic islands, Inaccessible Island has remained free from introduced predators, allowing this species to flourish while many other flightless birds, particularly flightless rails, have gone extinct. The species is nevertheless considered vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), due to its single small population, which would be threatened by the accidental introduction of mammalian predators such as rats or cats.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:31 UTC on Tuesday, 30 April 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Inaccessible Island rail on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Ayanda Neural.

April 22 is Earth Day, which could not be a more fitting occasion for conservationists, ministers, and development experts to gather in Bhutan hosted by the Royal Govt of Bhutan, under the Patronage of Her Majesty The Queen, Jetsun Pema Wangchuck. The goal: to develop a long-term plan for sustainable funding to protect tigers across their range.  To understand the stakes and the opportunity, we turned to several representatives of the global Tiger Conservation Coalition, which includes: the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), Fauna & Flora International (FFI), the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Natural State, Panthera, TRAFFIC, the United Nations Development Programme (UNPD), the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), the World Wild Fund for Nature (WWF), and the Zoological Society of London (ZSL).  Reporting: Nat Moss  Guests: Stuart Chapman (WWF), John Goodrich (Panthera), Joob Jornburom (WCS), Phurba Lhendup (IUCN), Maxim Vergeichik (UNDP)  You can follow all the action in Bhutan on Monday, April 22 and Tuesday, April 23 at these streaming links (Bhutan time is GMT +6):  YouTubeDay 1 (April 22): https://youtube.com/live/UWHhgF0JttADay 2 (April 23): https://youtube.com/live/_3dQIcaW6DU   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1069989520755200/   

What You Will Learn: Frankincense essential oil is one of the most popular of all the essential oils to date. In fact, its multiple actions and its strong reputation for supporting wellness has earned it the nickname of the “King of Essential Oils.”  Yet, you've probably noticed that there are various types of frankincense essential oils. To confuse the consumer even more, many suppliers tout their version is best. So, how do you decide which one is right for you?  In this episode of the Essential Oil Revolution, we will explore some of the most popular frankincense (Boswellia) oils on the market. We will also discuss some basic actions and research about frankincense oil. This includes taking on the boswellic acid (BA) controversy! Here's an overview of what is discussed about Boswellia essential oils: The aromatic and spiritual properties associated with frankincense oil (2 min) The different frankincense species within their “Plant Family” (5 min) What causes variations in the constituents of frankincense species and why trusting your suppliers is important (6 min) The different types of frankincense species and their common countries of origin (7 min) The main compound that differentiates Boswellia sacra (B. sacra) from B. carterii (9 min) The wide-ranging benefits of B. serrata and B. frereana (12 min) How to choose which frankincense species may be best for you (13 min) Boswellic acids, are they in frankincense oils? (14 min) The sustainability of frankincense oil (19 min) The importance of varying our essential oils based on our body's changing needs and other factors (20 min) The bottom line on using frankincense essential oils (21 min) Additional resources (22 min) Referenced Blogs, Videos, and Information on Frankincense Oil: Decoding Frankincense Essential Oil Species: Your Go-To Solution to Alleviate Boswellia Oil Bafflement  Decoding Frankincense Essential Oil Species: Your Go-To Solution to Alleviate Boswellia Oil Bafflement Part II   The Take-Home Points on Choosing What Frankincense Oil to Use (Video, 2018)  What's All the Fuss About with Different Species of Frankincense Anyway  The Holy Oils of Frankincense (Species), Myrrh, and Spikenard (A brief overview) Additional Resources and Study Reviews on Frankincense Oil: Frankincense Essential Oil: Boswellia carterii (Aroma Web) Does Frankincense Oil Contain Boswellic Acid? (Tisserand Institute) Frankincense and Cancer (Tisserand Institute) Truth About Frankincense Oil Benefits for Cancer and Immunity (Natural Living Family, Dr. Z)  3 Frankincense Essential Oil Benefits: Healing for the Mind, Body, & Soul (Natural Living Family, Dr. Z.)  Management of basal cell carcinoma of the skin using frankincense (Boswellia sacra) essential oil: A case report ( June 2013, OA Alternative Medicine 1(2), DOI:10.13172/2052-7845-1-2-656, Full PDF) Essential Oils and Sustainability: Aroma Web: Guide to Essential Oils and Sustainability The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) maintains a helpful searchable database known as the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Links to Learn More About My Offerings and Education on Essential Oils: My Essential Oils Community Membership My Resource Page My CEU Course for Practitioners on the Clinical Use of Essential Oils Access My Essential Oil Free Resources, Additional Podcast Appearances, Articles, and Courses on Essential Oils Stay Connected! Sign-up for My Weekly Newsletter   Interested In a Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Consult? ·       I have a few spaces now for new clients! If You're in NY, Go Here. Want Suggestions on a Functional Medicine and Naturopathic Approach to Incorporating Essential Oils into Your Wellness Regime? ·        Go Here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

fWotD Episode 2508: Black-necked grebe Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Sunday, 17 March 2024 is Black-necked grebe.The black-necked grebe or eared grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) is a member of the grebe family of water birds. It was described in 1831 by Christian Ludwig Brehm. There are currently three accepted subspecies, including the nominate subspecies. Its breeding plumage features distinctive ochre-coloured feathers which extend behind its eye and over its ear coverts. The rest of the upper parts, including the head, neck, and breast, are coloured black to blackish brown. The flanks are tawny rufous to maroon-chestnut, and the abdomen is white. In its non-breeding plumage, this bird has greyish-black upper parts, including the top of the head and a vertical stripe on the back of the neck. The flanks are also greyish-black. The rest of the body is a white or whitish colour. The juvenile has more brown in its darker areas. The subspecies californicus can be distinguished from the nominate by the former's usually longer bill. The other subspecies, P. n. gurneyi, can be differentiated by its greyer head and upper parts and by its smaller size. P. n. gurneyi can also be told apart by its lack of a non-breeding plumage. This species is present in parts of Africa, Eurasia, and the Americas.The black-necked grebe uses multiple foraging techniques. Insects, which make up the majority of this bird's diet, are caught either on the surface of the water or when they are in flight. It occasionally practices foliage gleaning. This grebe dives to catch crustaceans, molluscs, tadpoles, and small frogs and fish. When moulting at saline lakes, this bird feeds mostly on brine shrimp. The black-necked grebe makes a floating cup nest on an open lake. The nest cup is covered with a disc. This nest is located both in colonies and by itself. During the breeding season, which varies depending on location, this species will lay one (sometimes two) clutch of three to four eggs. The number of eggs is sometimes larger due to conspecific brood parasitism. After a 21-day incubation period, the eggs hatch, and then the nest is deserted. After about 10 days, the parents split up the chicks between themselves. After this, the chicks become independent in about 10 days, and fledge in about three weeks.Although it generally avoids flight, the black-necked grebe travels as far as 6,000 kilometres (3,700 mi) during migration. In addition, it becomes flightless for at least a month after completing a migration to reach an area where it can safely moult. During this moult, the grebe can double in weight. The migrations to reach these areas are dangerous, sometimes with thousands of grebe deaths. In spite of this, it is classified as a least concern species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). It is likely that this is the most numerous grebe in the world. There are potential threats to it, such as oil spills, but these are not likely to present a major risk to the overall population.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:31 UTC on Sunday, 17 March 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Black-necked grebe on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Justin Neural.

Dive into our podcast series, "Seas Of Opportunity: Navigating the Blue Economy", a compelling collaboration between international law firm Simmons & Simmons, and the influential NGO Marine Conservation Society. This series brings together key ocean influencers to shed light on crucial issues surrounding our seas and their sustainable future. In this episode, Kamile Jankauskyte, ESG analyst at Simmons & Simmons speaks with Minna Epps, Head of the Ocean Program at International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) on international collaboration and frameworks for preserving ocean ecosystems and marine biodiversity. In particular, the episode deep dives into the milestone agreement reached last year on the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdictions treaty."

fWotD Episode 2489: Polar bear Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Tuesday, 27 February 2024 is Polar bear.The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a large bear native to the Arctic and nearby areas. It is closely related to the brown bear, and the two species can interbreed. The polar bear is the largest extant species of bear and land carnivore, with adult males weighing 300–800 kg (660–1,760 lb). The species is sexually dimorphic, as adult females are much smaller. The polar bear is white- or yellowish-furred with black skin and a thick layer of fat. It is more slender than the brown bear, with a narrower skull, longer neck and lower shoulder hump. Its teeth are sharper and more adapted to cutting meat. The paws are large and allow the bear to walk on ice and paddle in the water.Polar bears are both terrestrial and pagophilic (ice-living) and are considered to be marine mammals due to their dependence on marine ecosystems. They prefer the annual sea ice but live on land when the ice melts in the summer. They are mostly carnivorous and specialized for preying on seals, particularly ringed seals. Such prey is typically taken by ambush; the bear may stalk its prey on the ice or in the water, but also will stay at a breathing hole or ice edge to wait for prey to swim by. The bear primarily feeds on the seal's energy-rich blubber. Other prey include walruses, beluga whales and some terrestrial animals. Polar bears are usually solitary but can be found in groups when on land. During the breeding season, male bears guard females and defend them from rivals. Mothers give birth to cubs in maternity dens during the winter. Young stay with their mother for up to two and a half years.The polar bear is considered to be a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) with an estimated total population of 22,000 to 31,000 individuals. Its biggest threats are climate change, pollution and energy development. Climate change has caused a decline in sea ice, giving the polar bear less access to its favoured prey and increasing the risk of malnutrition and starvation. Less sea ice also means that the bears must spend more time on land, increasing conflicts with people. Polar bears have been hunted, both by native and non-native peoples, for their coats, meat and other items. They have been kept in captivity in zoos and circuses and are prevalent in art, folklore, religion and modern culture.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:04 UTC on Tuesday, 27 February 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Polar bear on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Joanna Standard.

Jana Janotova, is Engagement Officer for Sports for Nature at the IUCN. She is responsible for building and managing relations with and between the wider sports and nature conservation communities and helping develop sports' capacity to champion nature and contribute to its protection and restoration. Jana came into the role with rich sustainability and sports experience, having worked on sustainability strategies, public affairs and diplomacy in the Olympic movement for the last decade. Sports for Nature is a joint initiative with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the International Olympic Committee, the United Nations Environment Programme, the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity and Sails of Change. Articles: Sports for Nature Framework: https://www.iucn.org/resources/file/sports-nature-framework Sports and Urban Biodiversity: https://portals.iucn.org/library/node/49127  ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠  Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠ Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Visit our website at https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/

While at the Dallas Safari Club @officialdsc Convention Kyle welcomes Catherine Semcer a Dphil (PhD Student) in Biology at University of Oxford to the podcast. Catherine is incredibly knowledgeable relating to hunting in Africa. We just skim the surface on many subjects but we focus primarily on Africa. Catherine's PhD is multi-faceted and there is an emphasis on Game Rangers on the dark continent. We discuss poaching and the African wildlife model and how it differs from North America. While this podcast is Africa centric we do get a chance to discuss North America's Wildlife Management Model and if we are on track with this effective model.Catherine currently serves as a member of the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCru) at the University of Oxford where she is pursuing a DPhil in Biology. She serves as a research fellow with the African Wildlife Economy Institute at Stellenbosch University in South Africa and is chair-elect of The Wildlife Society's International Wildlife Management Working Group. Catherine sits on the advisory board of the Game Rangers Association of Africa, and is a member of the Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Working Group of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). For more on Catherine and her work visit: www.wildcru.org and www.gameranger.orgTalk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs.We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a veteran hunter or just starting, the MTNTOUGH app will take you to the next level. We've personally trained using the MTNTOUGH programs and we believe in it so much that we want to give you 6 weeks for free using code: SHEEPBC. Visit: http://lab.mtntough.com/checkout/subscribe/purchase?code=sheepbc&plan=monthlyTalk is Sheep is the Official Podcast of the Wild Sheep Society of BC. The official sponsor of the Wild Sheep Society of BC is SITKA Gear and our Conservation Partners - Frontiersmen Gear, Gunwerks, Precision Optics, Schnee's, Stone Glacier, Swarovski Optik, Wild TV and YETI.

fWotD Episode 2442: Rock parrot Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Thursday, 11 January 2024 is Rock parrot.The rock parrot (Neophema petrophila) is a species of grass parrot native to Australia. Described by John Gould in 1841, it is a small parrot 22 to 24 cm (8+3⁄4 to 9+1⁄2 in) long and weighing 50–60 g (1+3⁄4–2 oz) with predominantly olive-brown upperparts and more yellowish underparts. Its head is olive with light blue forecheeks and lores, and a dark blue frontal band line across the crown with lighter blue above and below. The sexes are similar in appearance, although the female tends to have a duller frontal band and less blue on the face. Two subspecies are recognised.Rocky islands and coastal dune areas are the preferred habitats for this species, which is found from Lake Alexandrina in southeastern South Australia westwards across coastal South and Western Australia to Shark Bay. Unlike other grass parrots, it nests in burrows or rocky crevices mostly on offshore islands such as Rottnest Island. Seeds of grasses and succulent plants form the bulk of its diet. The species has suffered in the face of feral mammals; although its population is declining, it is considered to be a least-concern species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:35 UTC on Thursday, 11 January 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Rock parrot on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Geraint Standard.

fWotD Episode 2431: Masked booby Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Sunday, 31 December 2023 is Masked booby.The masked booby (Sula dactylatra), also called the masked gannet or the blue-faced booby, is a large seabird of the booby and gannet family, Sulidae. First described by the French naturalist René-Primevère Lesson in 1831, the masked booby is one of six species of booby in the genus Sula. It has a typical sulid body shape, with a long pointed yellowish bill, long neck, aerodynamic body, long slender wings and pointed tail. The adult is bright white with black wings, a black tail and a dark face mask; at 75–85 cm (30–33 in) long, it is the largest species of booby. The sexes have similar plumage. This species ranges across tropical oceans, except in the eastern Atlantic and eastern Pacific. In the latter, it is replaced by the Nazca booby (Sula granti), which was formerly regarded as a subspecies of masked booby.Nesting takes place in colonies, generally on islands and atolls far from the mainland and close to deep water required for foraging. Territorial when breeding, the masked booby performs agonistic displays to defend its nest. Potential and mated pairs engage in courtship and greeting displays. The female lays two chalky white eggs in a shallow depression on flat ground away from vegetation. The chicks are born featherless, but are soon covered in white down. The second chick born generally does not survive and is killed by its elder sibling. These birds are spectacular plunge divers, plunging into the ocean at high speed in search of prey—mainly flying fish. The species faces few threats; although its population is declining, it is considered to be a least-concern species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:13 UTC on Sunday, 31 December 2023.For the full current version of the article, see Masked booby on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Niamh Neural.

Biodiversity conservation refers to the protection and preservation of species, habitats, and ecosystems in order to maintain the variety of life on Earth. It is important because biodiversity provides essential ecosystem services, such as clean air and water, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation. Additionally, biodiversity has intrinsic value and is a source of inspiration, cultural significance, and recreational opportunities for humans. Conservation efforts aim to prevent the extinction of species, restore degraded habitats, and promote sustainable use of natural resources. This can be achieved through various strategies, including protected area management, habitat restoration, species reintroduction, captive breeding programs, and sustainable resource management practices. Biodiversity conservation also involves raising awareness and educating the public about the importance of biodiversity and the need for its protection. It often requires collaboration and cooperation between governments, non-governmental organizations, local communities, and individuals. There are several international agreements and organizations dedicated to biodiversity conservation, such as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). These initiatives work towards setting conservation goals, promoting sustainable development, and implementing policies and guidelines to safeguard biodiversity. Overall, biodiversity conservation is crucial for maintaining the health and stability of ecosystems, ensuring the well-being of both present and future generations, and preserving the rich diversity of life on Earth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatgpt20/message

About Azzedine Downes and International Fund for Animal Welfare: When Azzedine Downes became President and CEO of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) in 2012, one thing was clear to him: "Talking to people who already agreed with us just isn't enough to get real results." As IFAW's Executive Vice President since 1997, Azzedine had worked closely with experts from across the sciences and decision makers from around the world. But when he became President, IFAW started bringing together what Azzedine likes to call “the unusual suspects.” Seamstresses in Malawi. Auction houses in China. Working together, IFAW's eclectic network is now helping animals and people thrive together in more than 40 countries. Azzedine has led IFAW through a groundbreaking period of geographic expansion and strategic consolidation. He's helped open offices on four continents, including IFAW's first office in the Middle East. Azzedine has also influenced international policies to create positive change on the ground. In Azzedine's first year as President, IFAW signed a historic lease agreement with a Maasai community near Amboseli National Park in Kenya, securing 16,000 acres of precious habitat for elephants. Months later, Azzedine helped establish a first-of-its-kind cooperative framework between IFAW and INTERPOL's Environmental Crime Program. For years, Azzedine has served as the Head of the Delegation to the CITES Conference of the Parties. And recently, he directed IFAW's successful campaign for membership to the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Before joining IFAW, Azzedine served as the Chief of Party for the U.S. Agency for International Development in Jerusalem and Morocco, as well as the Acting Regional Director for the United States Peace Corps in Eurasia and the Middle East. In 2015, Fast Company named Azzedine one of the “The Most 100 Creative People in Business,” and he has been listed among The NonProfit Times's “Power and Influence Top 50.” He is a member of the Global Tiger Forum Advisory Council, and he currently sits on the U.S. Trade and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee. Named to the prestigious Council for Hope of the Jane Goodall Legacy Foundation in 2023, Azzedine joins a group of prominent global thought and business leaders committed to using their influence to improve the world around us. A graduate of Providence College and Harvard University, Azzedine is fluent in Arabic, English, and French. His personal memoir, The Couscous Chronicles: Stories of Food, Love, And Donkeys from a Life Between Cultures, was published in June 2023. IFAW explores new ways to improve conditions for animals, people, and the place we call home—and we've been leading the way for over 50 years. The problems we confront are urgent, complicated, and resistant to change. Solving them requires fresh thinking and bold action. So we look at the issues from different angles, make unexpected connections, and challenge the way things are done. Partnering with local communities, NGOs, and governments around the globe. we create real-world solutions that make an immediate and lasting impact.

Late Tuesday night, a fuzzy little face emerged from her comfy travel crate. It's Som (which rhymes with “roam”), a 3-year-old female Matschie's tree kangaroo, and brand-new member of the CMZoo family! Only about 2,500 Matschie's tree kangaroos remain in the wild in their only known habitat: The Huon Peninsula of northeastern Papua New Guinea. Threatened by logging and mining exploration, the marsupial arboreal species is considered endangered by the International Union for the Conservancy of Nature (IUCN).

Late Tuesday night, a fuzzy little face emerged from her comfy travel crate. It's Som (which rhymes with “roam”), a 3-year-old female Matschie's tree kangaroo, and brand-new member of the CMZoo family! Only about 2,500 Matschie's tree kangaroos remain in the wild in their only known habitat: The Huon Peninsula of northeastern Papua New Guinea. Threatened by logging and mining exploration, the marsupial arboreal species is considered endangered by the International Union for the Conservancy of Nature (IUCN).

Endangered Masai giraffes are even more at risk than previously thought, researchers from Penn State University have found. Because of a valley running through Kenya and Tanzania, the subspecies has divided into two groups that haven't interbred in more than 250,000 years. It means there are actually two smaller groups of separate species — and both are at risk. These giraffes are facing a greater threat to their existence than previously thought. The study has shown that the Great Rift Valley running through Kenya and Tanzania has divided the subspecies, stopping the exchange of genetic material. The genomic analysis of 100 Masai giraffes showed that the giraffes had not migrated from either side of the rift to breed in the past 250,000 to 300,000 years. Interbreeding is of great significance as it enhances genetic diversity, thus shielding small populations from diseases. The Masai giraffe is also known as the Kilimanjaro giraffe and is found exclusively in Kenya and Tanzania. However, its population has declined over the last three decades from 70,000 to 35,000 individuals in the wild, thus leading to its classification as an endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The main threats to the species are poaching as well as habitat loss and fragmentation, according to the IUCN. Kenya's savanna ecosystems host three out of nine giraffe species, attracting numerous tourists. Conservationists are campaigning for a giraffe poaching ban. “I do know that our regulations, policy, giraffes were not classified as an endangered species so if today you arrest someone with a giraffe's product, there is no regulation at the moment. What we only talk about is bushmeat. Bushmeat is any species that is not of concern. So it is time the policymakers craft a wildlife policy immediately as soon as we can to put those animals there,” says Jim Justus Nyamu, executive director of Elephant Neighbors Center. This article was provided by The Associated Press.

James Hardcastle, Associate Director of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), discusses the significance of the global initiative to protect 30% of the Earth by 2030, otherwise known as 30X30.  

The black mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) is a species of highly venomous snake belonging to the family Elapidae. It is native to parts of sub-Saharan Africa. First formally described by Albert Günther in 1864, it is the second-longest venomous snake after the king cobra; mature specimens generally exceed 2 m (6 ft 7 in) and commonly grow to 3 m (9.8 ft). Specimens of 4.3 to 4.5 m (14 to 15 ft) have been reported. Its skin colour varies from grey to dark brown. Juvenile black mambas tend to be paler than adults and darken with age.The species is both terrestrial (ground-living) and arboreal (tree-living); it inhabits savannah, woodland, rocky slopes and in some regions, dense forest. It is diurnal and is known to prey on birds and small mammals. Over suitable surfaces, it can move at speeds up to 16 km/h (10 mph) for short distances. Adult black mambas have few natural predators.In a threat display, the black mamba usually opens its inky-black mouth, spreads its narrow neck-flap and sometimes hisses. It is capable of striking at considerable range and may deliver a series of bites in rapid succession. Its venom is primarily composed of neurotoxins that often induce symptoms within ten minutes, and is frequently fatal unless antivenom is administered. Despite its reputation as a formidable and highly aggressive species, the black mamba attacks humans only if it is threatened or cornered. It is rated as least concern on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s Red List of Threatened Species.

This is the third and final podcast recorded at The 2023 Yellowstone Wolf Summit in Gardiner, Montana!Doug Smith recently retired as the Senior Wildlife Biologist in Yellowstone National park after 28 years of service where he supervised the wolf, elk, and bird programs. Doug has studied wolves for 44 years, done over 2,000 interviews, and appeared on numerous documentaries about wolves and birds for National Geographic, BBC, and CBS 60 Minutes. He is a member of the Mexican Wolf Recovery Team, the Re-Introduction Specialist Group, and the Canid Specialist Group for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Doug spoke about his career at Yellowstone National Park, his passion for wolves, stories from his time at the wolf project, and how he's continuing to fight for wolves on the landscape since his retirement. Bozeman Daily Chronicle The Intercept - Doug Smith

Host: Curtis File, Editorial Manager, ESG and Sustainable Finance Featuring: Sune Andersen, Manager, Stewardship Simon Butler, Associate Professor, University of East Anglia Gayaneh Shahbazian, ESG Research Manager, Biodiversity The statistics are concerning. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) estimates that up to 28% of all species are at risk of extinction. Given these alarming figures, it is crucial for investors to take action and ensure their investments do not further harm our vulnerable ecosystems. Join us on the latest episode of ESG in Conversation, where we delve into the critical question: how can investors effectively address biodiversity loss? Gain valuable insights from Dr. Simon Butler, an esteemed professor specializing in acoustic ecology, whose work underscores the urgent need to tackle biodiversity issues. Additionally, hear from Morningstar Sustainaltyics' stewardship and ESG research teams, providing valuable perspectives on investor engagement on biodiversity loss and the challenges faced by corporations in disclosing nature-related risks.      

Welcome to episode 48 of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. This instalment marks the first time the two presenters have recorded separately, with Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu in Thay’s Sitting Still Hut in Plum Village France, and journalist Jo Confino at the Garrison Institute, New York. Speaking from two different continents, they explore fame and humility. What price do we pay for our fame-obsessed societies? Can humility become a great power? How do we show up in the world? What is it ‘to be enough' in the world? And how did Thay handle fame and other famous people?These dimensions are discussed with help from Buddhist teachings, Thich Nhat Hanh's practices, and the presenters' personal life stories, giving us a flavor of experiences of fame, but also the power of humility in service to life. Brother Phap Huu further delves into inferiority, superiority, and equality complexes; openness and insight; unconditional presence; humility in learning and being; simplicity; curiosity; Thay's bodhisattva energy; and honoring blood and spiritual ancestors. And how is Brother Phap Huu coping with… feline fame? Jo muses about humility in leadership; the power of leading from the middle; responsible journalism; ‘un-cultivating' fame; looking inwards and outwards with humility; fame as another form of extraction; and more. The episode ends with a short meditation guided by Brother Phap Huu. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resources The Garrison Institute https://www.garrisoninstitute.org/ Dharma Talks: ‘The Power of Understanding – Transformation of Manas'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-power-of-understanding-transformation-of-manas-dharma-talk-by-sr-tue-nghiem-2018-08-02/ Dharma Talks: ‘The Face of Manas Revealed: Understanding a Hidden Aspect of Our Consciousness'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/live-dharma-talk-by-sister-tue-nghiem-2020-11-29-plum-village/ Parallax Presshttps://www.parallax.org/ The Happy Farmhttps://thehappyfarm.org/ The Order of Interbeing (OI)https://orderofinterbeing.org/ The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)https://www.iucn.org/our-union/iucn-world-conservation-congress Plum Village Thailandhttps://plumvillage.org/practice-centre/plum-village-thailand/ The Four Dharma Seals of Plum Villagehttps://plumvillage.org/articles/the-four-dharma-seals-of-plum-village/ Dharma Rain, and Being Alone (short teaching video by Thich Nhat Hanh)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYmON_ElwMw Quotes “Humility represents openness for us to enter into a spiritual path or into anything that we want to grow. We need an element of openness, of humility. It means we have to humble our ego. We have to let go of our knowledge. We have to come in with open eyes and open ears and an open mind and an open heart in order to truly allow our understanding to grow deeper.” “As human beings, we’re very curious. And when we block off our curiosity, we’re blocking off some deep resonance in us that wants to know more, wants to expand our knowledge and our awareness.” “Humility is learning to look with fresh eyes, listen with fresh ears, and continuing to expand our hearts and knowing, ‘How can we know everything?' There’s so much insight and so much wisdom alive around us, not just among the people, among our teachers, among our mentors, among this community – but we also [need to] learn to open ourselves to the environment, to nature.” “Service is a way of expressing love. Therefore, humility is also an expression of love, an expression of giving.” “You can be a victim of your success, but you would never be a victim of your happiness.” “Go as a river.” “One thing that we can always grow and develop is our heart; it’s our capacity for love and our capacity for being there for others.” “We all make our own contribution and everyone’s contribution is based on everyone else’s; we are a constellation of change. We’re all making a small mark on the world.” “There’s a humility to recognizing one’s skills or what one can offer and not be caught striving for ‘I need to be better at this', ‘I need to be better at that'. Recognizing who we are and not feeling we need to be more than that.” “Our greatest offering, I always come back to, is kindness, openness, and the way of being.” “Have the extraordinary in the ordinary, and the ordinary in the extraordinary.”

After two decades of trying, the United Nations has finalized a treaty to protect the high seas – that part of the ocean which covers nearly half the earth's surface and falls outside of the jurisdiction of individual nations. There beneath the lens of blue water is an ecosystem with more species than exist on land. There are seamounts in the Pacific covered in golden corals that are the oldest living animals on the planet, having existed since the time of the pyramids. There is an underwater fertile crescent off South America where the interplay of plants, fish, and predators create a world unto its own. There are Yosemites and Everests beneath the surface of the ocean that we are only just learning about. And all of this is endangered by pollution, overfishing, and even deepsea mining. We'll talk about what it means to protect the high seas and the impact the treaty will have on California's coastal waters and ocean life. Guests: Kristina Gjerde, lawyer and Senior High Seas Advisor, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s Global Marine and Polar Programme. Gjerde is also an adjunct professor at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey Douglas McCauley, associate professor, Ecology, Evolution and Marine Biology, UC Santa Barbara. McCauley also heads the Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory at the University of California Santa Barbara Christopher Chin, executive director, Center for Oceanic Awareness Research and Education based in the Bay Area

Be sure to use code: HERDSODA at drinkolipop.com and save 15% on all orders!The goblin shark (Mitsukurina owstoni) is a rare species of deep-sea shark. Sometimes called a "living fossil", it is the only extant representative of the family Mitsukurinidae, a lineage some 125 million years old. This pink-skinned animal has a distinctive profile with an elongated, flat snout, and highly protrusible jaws containing prominent nail-like teeth. It is usually between 3 and 4 m (10 and 13 ft) long when mature, though it can grow considerably larger such as one captured in 2000 that is thought to have measured 6 m (20 ft).[3] Goblin sharks are benthopelagic creatures that inhabit upper continental slopes, submarine canyons, and seamounts throughout the world at depths greater than 100 m (330 ft), with adults found deeper than juveniles. Some researchers believe that these sharks could also dive to depths of up to 1,300 m (4,270 ft), for short periods of time.[3]Various anatomical features of the goblin shark, such as its flabby body and small fins, suggest that it is sluggish in nature. This species hunts for teleost fishes, cephalopods, and crustaceans both near the sea floor and in the middle of the water column. Its long snout is covered with ampullae of Lorenzini that enable it to sense minute electric fields produced by nearby prey, which it can snatch up by rapidly extending its jaws. Small numbers of goblin sharks are unintentionally caught by deepwater fisheries. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has assessed it as Least Concern, despite its rarity, citing its wide distribution and low incidence of capture.

 Dr. Nadine Lamberski, D.V.M., Dipl. ACZM, Dipl. ECZM (ZHM), is Chief Conservation and Wildlife Health Officer, at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance ( https://sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org/about-us/key-leaders/nadine-lamberski ). Dr. Lamberski leads a unified team of conservation scientists, researchers, wildlife nutritionists, and wildlife veterinarians, cultivating a strategic approach to conservation efforts. She is aligning San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance with other global conservation organizations and developing strategies that safeguard biodiversity so all life can thrive. Dr. Lamberski joined the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in 2001 as senior veterinarian, following seven years as the senior veterinarian at Riverbanks Zoological Park and Botanical Garden in Columbia, South Carolina. She completed an internship at the University of Tennessee and Zoo Knoxville, followed by a zoological medicine residency at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Lamberski has focused her career on the health and welfare of zoological species, as well as on the conservation impacts of disease on small or fragmented wildlife populations. She has participated in several field projects, most notably studying black-footed cats in southern Africa, thick-billed parrots in northern Mexico, desert tortoises in the Southwestern United States, and working with partners at the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in northern Kenya. She is inspired by the next generation of wildlife veterinarians and conservationists and has a special interest in organizational leadership. Dr. Lamberski is a Diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine (ACZM) and European College of Zoological Medicine (ECZM) in zoo health management (ZHM). She received her undergraduate degree in zoology and DVM from the University of Georgia. Dr. Lamberski is a member and past president of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians and a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, American College of Zoological Medicine, American Association of Wildlife Veterinarians, European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians, European College of Zoological Medicine, Wildlife Disease Association, and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. She is San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's key contact for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and is a member of IUCN Wildlife Health Specialist Group. Dr. Lamberski is an adjunct professor at the University of California Davis One Health Institute and the Wildlife Health Center. She has received numerous awards and research grants, has contributed over 100 scientific publications and presentations, and is currently a co-editor for Fowler's Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine textbook. Support the show

The construction and expansion of roads and railways fragment wild spaces and have direct and indirect impacts on ecosystem integrity and the persistence of species, especially in areas of high biodiversity value. The length of legally sanctioned roads alone has increased by 12 million km worldwide since 2000, with a further 25 million km expected to be developed globally by 2050 — that's enough to circle the planet more than 600 times. Roughly 90% of these new roads will be built in developing nations, frequently in tropical and subtropical regions with high biodiversity and environmental value. Currently, it is known that 134,000 km of roads already exist within tiger habitats and 24,000 km of new roads will be built by 2050 within these tiger territories. So, in this episode of WildCats Pawcast, we are speaking with two of the authors from a recent paper that has forecasted the effects of transport infrastructure on endangered tigers. Join this episode to hear from Dr. Neil Carter, an Associate Professor from the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, and Dr. Narendra Pradhan, the Programme Coordinator at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in Nepal.  

Biodiversity awareness week, plus it's the International Union for Conservation of Nature, and IUCN's John C. Phillips Memorial Medal!

At COP26, political leaders called for more action to address biodiversity loss and climate change together. In this episode of Make Change Happen, we discuss how this must be financed and the possible mechanisms for spurring actions on the ground. Hosted for the first time by James Persad, IIED's new director of communications, this episode features Mandy Barnett from the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), Moses Egaru of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Yiching Song from the Farmers' Seed Network China and Xiaoting Hou Jones, senior researcher at IIED's Natural Resources research group.

Sustainability is becoming more important as climate change impacts more and more on our daily lives. Everyone has to do their part especially the tech sector. So, how is the tech sector doing this? Ronan talks to Tim Christophersen Salesforce VP, Climate Action about this and more. Tim talks about his background, if it was a logical progression moving to Salesforce, setting goals, why things are not as they should be, and why Salesforce are different from those merely greenwashing or looking to do the bare minimum. More about Tim Christophersen: Tim Christophersen joined Salesforce as VP, Climate Action in May 2022. Within the global Sustainability Team, he is focused on the role of nature-based solutions to climate change. Tim is based in Denmark. Before joining Salesforce, Tim was Head of the ‘Nature for Climate' Branch at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and led a growing global movement backed by all UN Member States and over 120 partner organizations to ‘prevent, halt and reverse the degradation of ecosystems worldwide': the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030. He holds a degree in Forestry and Forest Conservation Engineering from Dresden University of Technology. He previously worked for the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), where he led the portfolio on the conservation and sustainable use of forest biodiversity. From 2017-2019, he was elected Chair of the Global Partnership on Forest and Landscape Restoration. From 2002-2007 he was Regional Programme Coordinator for Europe, the Caucasus and the Commonwealth of Independent States at the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). He also worked for the Danish Ministry of the Environment, and for the European Commission.

Sustainability is becoming more important as climate change impacts more and more on our daily lives. Everyone has to do their part especially the tech sector. So, how is the tech sector doing this? Ronan talks to Tim Christophersen Salesforce VP, Climate Action about this and more. Tim talks about his background, if it was a logical progression moving to Salesforce, setting goals, why things are not as they should be, and why Salesforce are different from those merely greenwashing or looking to do the bare minimum. More about Tim Christophersen: Tim Christophersen joined Salesforce as VP, Climate Action in May 2022. Within the global Sustainability Team, he is focused on the role of nature-based solutions to climate change. Tim is based in Denmark. Before joining Salesforce, Tim was Head of the ‘Nature for Climate' Branch at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and led a growing global movement backed by all UN Member States and over 120 partner organisations to ‘prevent, halt and reverse the degradation of ecosystems worldwide': the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030. He holds a degree in Forestry and Forest Conservation Engineering from Dresden University of Technology. He previously worked for the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), where he led the portfolio on the conservation and sustainable use of forest biodiversity. From 2017-2019, he was elected Chair of the Global Partnership on Forest and Landscape Restoration. From 2002-2007 he was Regional Programme Coordinator for Europe, the Caucasus and the Commonwealth of Independent States at the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). He also worked for the Danish Ministry of the Environment, and for the European Commission. See more podcasts here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Find out more about this event on our website: https://bit.ly/3AQ5K8k For too long the natural world has been pillaged and depleted. But now what was only recently considered expendable wasteland is becoming recognised as a vast source of value providing services worth billions of pounds annually to the world economy by nurturing biodiversity, cleaning the air, sequestering carbon, delivering water, and providing livelihoods to tens of millions of people. Yet remarkably it remains untapped by international investment markets. Markets may have been its nemesis in the past, but through creative economic thinking they can now be transformed into its saviour. This webinar explains how environmental services can be turned into a major investment opportunity while simultaneously providing much needed debt-free capital investment for green economic development and social infrastructure in emerging economies. Speaker: Simon Lamb is an environmental policy innovator, passionate conservationist, and prize-winning author with life-long experience in business and investment. He began his working career in financial services, and is founder/CEO of a successful art business in Dorset, as well as a farmer (now retired). For the past 25 years he has studied evolution, human development and market economics in the context of their combined impact on the natural world and human society. His book, Junglenomics (2019), represents the culmination of insights into the underlying causes of the world environment crisis, and presents a unified plan to address them based on natural systems - "ecosystem economics". Simon presents economies as “virtual ecosystems” in which the speed of evolution has outstripped its ability to develop symbiotic relationships that complete the cycle of resources found in Nature, and sees the constructive disruption of environmentally damaging markets as the only viable way forward for humanity. Simon is a commission member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), and Lambda Alpha International. He is married with four sons and four grandchildren.

Show Notes:See the article about human-wildlife conflict and additional resources here.Other articles about wildlife and conservation can be found on our site.Check out the activity we talked about today.The Cheetah Research Project can be found here. Check out the video of Joerg Melzheimer talking about his research:The Maryland Zoo has some great information about Cheetahs.The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has conservation information about cheetahs and many other organisms. Learn about the Cheetah Conservation Fund's programs to reduce human-wildlife conflict.Don't forget to sign up for our monthly newsletter to stay up to date on our current content! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sciencejournalforkids.substack.com

In this episode of Beneath the Baobab, Gordon Buchanan takes a look at the human dimensions of conservation. Dr Dilys Roe @dilysroe and Sam Shaba share examples of models for supporting livelihoods and wildlife to thrive in shared spaces, from ecotourism and carbon credit schemes to incentivisation of the sustainable use of natural resources. Dilys is Chair of the Sustainable Use and Livelihoods (SULi) specialist group at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This global volunteer network aims to mobilise cross-sector expertise to support sustainable use models that also meet human needs and priorities. She's also member of the UK government Darwin Expert Committee and Illegal Wildlife Trade Advisory Group, and a trustee of Resource AfricaBut the thing that most inspires Dilys in her work is visiting locations to connect with communities, people and practises and to find out how community-based conservation is working. She explains how she's working with international expertise to bring these voices and experts to the forefront of conservation innovation and policy.Sam Shaba then talks to Gordon about his work at Tanzanian initiative Honeyguide, which works in landscapes where community conservation is key to wildlife conservation. He explains how their projects have developed and gained pace in Wildlife Management Areas like Randilen, where community partnerships are central to conservation.Visit the website https://jammainternational.com to explore more amazing international projects.https://twitter.com/IUCNSULihttps://iucnsuli.orghttps://twitter.com/dilysroehttps://resourceafrica.nethttps://twitter.com/isamshabahttps://www.iied.org/abouthttps://twitter.com/IIEDhttps://www.honeyguide.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/honeyguide-foundation/about/https://www.iucn.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Visit www.audibletrial.com/tharoorassociates for a 30 day free Audible trial and one free book token! #Sponsored “And then when my turn was there, I go to the stage, I realised that I couldn't utter a single word. I was completely, like, nervous, and I couldn't. I was stammering as you know, I was stammering , I was spitting. A lot of struggle was there. So the words were not coming out of my mouth. And everyone was simply - they were laughing. And when I saw some teachers, they were hiding their faces, but I could see them giggling as well. I was trembling, but I finished my speech, I didn't give up. In that moment, that very moment, I decided that I'm going to become a leader.” Puneet Singh Singhal was born and brought up in a slum called Sangam Vihar in South Delhi,India. He grew up facing domestic violence and poverty. Due to his stammer, he also faced a lot of bullying. Despite these early years, Puneet went on to complete his undergraduate degree in English Honours from the University of Delhi. He then worked in the Royal Bank of Scotland as an operations Analyst in the Anti-Money Laundering Department. After a year of working there, he realised that corporate life is not for him. He has since worked with organisations like Amnesty International, Action Aid India, Vision India Foundation and Association for democratic reforms. He is a former member of the Delhi Minority Commission and a current member of International Union of Conservation of Nature (IUCN). He is currently running a social organisation working towards normalising speech and communication disorders and advocating for a more inclusive and accessible society for people with disabilities.

Lance Gould has a pretty terrific story to tell. He began as a journalist covering the UN and ended up becoming Arianna Huffington's “bestie,” managing the opinion section for the Huffington Post. (He says only the Pope refused to take his call.) Now he is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Brooklyn Story Lab (BSL), a media-strategy firm that teaches purpose-driven organizations how to be more effective storytellers, particularly around their SDG-related work. And quite a bit of his work revolves around world food issues. He was previously a journalist who held newsroom-leadership positions at The Huffington Post (Executive Editor), The Boston Phoenix (Editor in Chief), The New York Daily News (Deputy Managing Editor), and Spy Magazine. In 2016, Lance received a Tribeca Disruptive Innovation Award for his editorial work related to the SDGs. In 2017, Lance was named to the Leadership Council for the UN's Media for Social Impact Summit. He is on the Board of World Elephant Day and for four years has been a volunteer commissioner for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s Commission on Education and Communications.Photo Courtesy of Lance Gould.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Let's Talk About Food by becoming a member!Let's Talk About Food is Powered by Simplecast.

This is the first episode of a new series of the podcast that we are calling "Science and Practice". In this series we will be interviewing guests who conduct applied work on environmental governance and conservation and who often act at the interface of such work and the scientific study of these topics.  In this episode, Michael talks with Nathan Bennett, an Independent Consultant who has worked with several national and international organizations including the Nature Conservancy, Parks Canada, Environment Canada, Comunidad y Biodiversidad in Mexico, and the Smithsonian Institute. Nathan is also the Chair of the People and the Oceans Specialist Group for the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). During their conversation, Michael asks Nathan about his role in bridging academic and practice-based work and the role that policy panaceas can play in each of these spaces. In his response, Nathan describes a more diagnostic approach that considers the relative costs and benefits of different types of marine policies as an important alternative to panacea thinking. They conclude the conversation by talking about Nathan's work on the role of social science in conservation and the challenges and promise of doing interdisciplinary work for conservation. Nathan's website: https://nathanbennett.ca/ References: Bennett, N. J., R. Roth, S. C. Klain, K. Chan, P. Christie, D. A. Clark, G. Cullman, D. Curran, T. J. Durbin, G. Epstein, A. Greenberg, M. P. Nelson, J. Sandlos, R. Stedman, T. L. Teel, R. Thomas, D. Veríssimo, and C. Wyborn. 2017. Conservation social science: Understanding and integrating human dimensions to improve conservation. Biological conservation 205:93–108. Bennett, N. J., T. S. Whitty, E. Finkbeiner, J. Pittman, H. Bassett, S. Gelcich, and E. H. Allison. 2018. Environmental Stewardship: A Conceptual Review and Analytical Framework. Environmental management 61(4):597–614.   Bennett, N. J., A. Calò, A. Di Franco, F. Niccolini, D. Marzo, I. Domina, C. Dimitriadis, F. Sobrado, M.-C. Santoni, E. Charbonnel, M. Trujillo, J. Garcia-Charton, L. Seddiki, V. Cappanera, J. Grbin, L. Kastelic, M. Milazzo, and P. Guidetti. 2020. Social equity and marine protected areas: Perceptions of small-scale fishermen in the Mediterranean Sea. Biological conservation 244:108531.

In this month's episode of Conservation Conversations, Sean is joined by Razan Al Mubarak, President of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Razan shares how the IUCN leverages its constituency of governments, civil organizations, and indigenous communities to guide global policy change. The conversation also touches on Razan's personal experience in conservation as a woman from the UAE, and what diversity and authentic inclusivity bring to the field.

A conversation between Charlie Moores and Duncan McNair, founder of Save the Asian Elephants or STAE.Duncan is a prominent corporate litigation lawyer and was Chair of the highly-influential 2013 McNair Inquiry and Report which was commissioned by the RSPCA and called for greater commitment to higher welfare standards for farmed animals. Its recommendations were unanimously approved by the Council of Trustees of the RSPCA the month after the Report's publication and resulted in the RSPCA Assured Scheme. More recently Duncan has been regularly invited to address All-Party Parliamentary Groups on Animal Welfare and on Endangered Species regarding the plight of Asian elephants In 2016 he addressed a large audience at the European Parliament in Strasbourg on STAE's policies, a presentation described by the Chairman as “dramatic and shocking.” In 2017 Duncan was part of a small, key group representing 220 charities and MPs in presenting a letter to the Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street demanding abolition of the UK ivory trade. A proposed ban was announced the same year. In 2018, Duncan and STAE launched a petition on Change.org to End the Cruel Treatment of Elephants in India which now has over 1 million signatures and is still being signed today…All of which might lead to us thinking that the remaining populations of Asian Elephants are now safe, ivory imports are banned, and the cruel ‘breaking' of these highly intelligent and gentle animals so that tourists can ride them has ended…The world doesn't work in such a linear fashion unfortunately, and Asian elephants continue to decline – they are classified as Endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), have declined by an estimated 50 per cent over the past 75 years, and the remaining 20,000 to 40,000 Asian elephants left in the wild are restricted to just 15% of their original range. Ivory and elephant welfare are very different issues of course, but again it's not particularly good news. Here in the UK, the Ivory Bill which received Royal Assent back in 2018 has been held up numerous times and doesn't come into force until June this year and the government has now paused progress of its much-lauded Animals Abroad Bill which was intended to include both bans on the trade in hunting trophies that threaten the conservation status of species abroad AND the domestic sale and advertising of experiences overseas like elephant rides. Why paused? Well, while the Bill had reached the inquiry stage where it would be scrutinised, the Inquiry Committee has decided that scrutiny cannot continue until the Bill has been published by the Government and the Government are not able to confirm a date of publication. In other words, at the moment it is deadlocked and going nowhere…Which is incredibly frustrating for STAE, and led to Duncan and a coalition of campaigners including Claire Bass of HSI and Ian Redmond publishing a letter in The Guardian on the 1st of April which began “We are concerned by reports of the government abandoning its manifesto commitments to an Animals Abroad Bill”.Save the Asian Elephants Website and Twitter feed Gov.uk  Animals Abroad Bill The Guardian  (Letters)  The British government must lead the way on animal welfare (01 April 22)Change.org  End the Cruel Treatment of Elephants in India Lonely Planet  

On this week's episode of The Parley In All Blue, Mark sits down with Dr. Emanuelle Nuesiri to discuss the empire of Mali.Dr. Emmanuel Nuesiri is the lead Social Science faculty at the African Leadership University (ALU) Mauritius, where he teaches courses in African Studies, Feminist Economics, and Environmental Politics. He holds a PhD from St. Antony's College at the University of Oxford, UK. He has been a research scholar at the Pan-African Institute for Development Buea, Cameroon; Cornell University, USA; University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, USA; and the University of Potsdam, Germany. He has also been a research associate with the Center for African Studies (CAS) at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, a resource person at the Commonwealth Policy Studies Unit (CPSU) London and with the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UN-ECA) Addis Ababa. Emmanuel is presently the Chair of the Natural Resource Governance Framework (NRGF), a global governance assessment and correspondence instrument being developed by the Commission on Environmental, Economic and Social Policy (CEESP) of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN).  Emmanuel's academic interests span the history of colonialism in Africa, rights-based natural resource governance, global economic development, and the social science of climate change. . We'll also explore Sundiata the Lion King, and Mansa Musa the Great. Mali is an empire that was founded by Sundiata. This goes back almost a thousand years ago. He defeated the great and mighty empire of Ghana. After Sundiata conquered Ghana, he went on a mission to build the greatest empire ever. The kingdom of Mali had gold. They had developed the technology and wherewithal to mine gold, transport, and sell it/trade gold with their neighbors to the north. The gold that went to North Africa then went to Europe and then it went to China and all other places in between. During this time period, the Kingdom or empires from 1200 through the 1600s about 2/3 of the world's gold came from Mali. Highlights from the episode:History of MaliSundiata The Lion KingThe 9th Mansa: Mansa Musa The GreatMalian ArtAbubakari ll and his voyageConnect with Dr. Emmanuel NuesiriLinkedIn: @emmanuel-nuesiriConnect with Mark Dawson:Instagram: @iammarkdawsonLinkedIN: @mark-a-dawsonWebsite: www.bentonmuse.comTwitter: @Iammarkdawson

Find out more on our website: https://bit.ly/35hAnGh Business and politics are inseparable. The relationship is as complex as it is dynamic. And it is becoming ever more relevant to sustainable business success. Our current model of financialized capitalism is transmogrifying into the new age of political capitalism. This is not a superficial development that will pass. It is rooted in the belief that our system of political economy is now failing too many. That the 21st century business model must tackle many of the political issues now facing our societies – from climate change to inequality; from new geostrategic challenges to globalization to the renewed quest for identity related to brands; from gender bias to the ethics of Artificial Intelligence; and very many others. The inter-relationship between business and politics is in the eye of that storm. The world is changing – fast. The shape and nature of that change will have the characteristics of politics not business. Volatile, emotional, complex, multi-directional and multi-dimensional, full of the unexpected, not comfortably linear. Success will come to those business leaders who develop a deep understanding of how politics works, how it drives as well as follows contemporary culture, and how to embed these understandings into the core of their business models. Speaker: Dr Joe Zammit-Lucia has had extensive experience both in the business and the political worlds. He is a founder of RADIX– a not-for-profit public policy think tank based in London, and the RADIX Centre for Business, Politics & Society based in Amsterdam. He is a regular commentator on business and politics in the media. His new book "The New Political Capitalism" is published by Bloomsbury Business in February 2022. Following an executive career within multinational industry he founded his own strategic advisory firm with offices in Cambridge (UK), New York and Tokyo, achieving sector leadership in its areas of expertise. On divesting his firm, he continued to act as a leadership advisor to senior business leaders. He also acted as a Special Advisor to the Director General at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and was a member of the Dean's Advisory Board at the College of Arts, Sciences and Education, Florida International University. He is currently on the Advisory Board of the Singapore Forum for long-term investors and business leaders. Previous books include "The Death of Liberal Democracy?" and "Backlash: Saving Globalisation from Itself".

Inger Andersen is Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme.From 2015 until 2019, Inger was the Director-General of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).  Before that she worked at the World Bank for 15 years in roles such as Vice President of the Middle East and North Africa; Vice President for Sustainable Development and Head of the CGIAR Fund Council.  Prior to joining the World Bank, Inger worked at the UN, focusing mostly on drought and desertification issues.  Her career began in Sudan, where she worked as an English teacher and moved to development sector in 1985 to work at the Sudan Aid.  Inger holds a BA from the London Metropolitan University North and a MA in Development Economics from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.

Lecture summary: The legal regime for deep seabed mining in the international seabed Area is a rare example of the international community joining forces to regulate a potential new industry in the interests of humankind as a whole. As set forth under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the international seabed Area and its mineral resources are the “common heritage of mankind”, on whose behalf the International Seabed Authority (ISA), an autonomous organization established under UNCLOS, is to act. The mandate comes with concomitant obligations for the equitable sharing of financial and other economic benefits and adoption of the necessary measures to ensure the effective protection of the marine environment from the harmful effects of deep-sea mining. Despite this historic legal framework based on visions of equity, common interest, environmental health and prosperity for all, tensions are rising. In late June 2021, the Government of the Republic of Nauru called for the ISA to accelerate its work on regulations for exploitation of deep seabed minerals so that NORI, its sponsored entity, could submit an application for authorization to mine as soon as 2023. Just prior to that, hundreds of marine scientists and policy experts issued a Call for a Pause to Deep-Sea Mining, expressing concern that deep-sea mining could result “in the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem functioning that would be irreversible on multi-generational timescales.” In September 2021, members of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) adopted a resolution calling upon IUCN Member States to support and implement a moratorium on deep seabed mining until specific conditions have been satisfied, including improved scientific understanding, independent review, application of precaution and institutional reforms (IUCN, 2021 WCC Motion 069). Despite recognizing the need for rigorous and binding environmental safeguards, the Secretary General of the ISA has described the rising calls for a moratorium on deep seabed mining in the Area as “anti-science, anti-knowledge, anti-development and anti-international law.” All this is happening at the same time the United Nations is developing a new agreement under UNCLOS for the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity beyond national boundaries, and the UN Ocean Envoy, Peter Thomson has called on the global community to recognize the importance of ensuring “synergy between the forthcoming global conferences addressing climate change, biodiversity loss and the well-being of the ocean.” (Open letter by Peter Thomson, UN Special Envoy for the Ocean, to Patricia Espinosa, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC). The Open Letter further stresses that “the days are gone when any one of these existential challenges can be meaningfully negotiated without bringing the other two to the table.” This presentation will explore these issues in light of the legal regime established under UNCLOS and its 1994 Implementation Agreement, modern environmental norms, procedural principles and current scientific understanding about deep sea ecosystems and the potential impacts of deep seabed mining. It will further describe prior examples of internationally declared “moratoria” or conditional pauses on specific activities. Finally, it will explore some pathways ahead for addressing the potential contradictions between deep sea mining and protection of marine biodiversity beyond national boundaries. (With many thanks to Pradeep Singh, LLM, Researcher, University of Bremen, who co-authored and assisted with this presentation) Kristina M. Gjerde, J.D., is Senior High Seas Advisor to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Global Marine and Polar Programme. Kristina received her Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law with a focus on comparative and international law, and practiced admiralty law for several years in a New York City law firm. For the past 30+ years, Kristina has focused on the nexus of law, science, and policy relevant to sustaining marine biodiversity. Kristina has co-founded four science-policy partnerships: the Global Ocean Biodiversity Initiative, The Sargasso Sea Project, the High Seas Alliance and the Deep Ocean Stewardship Initiative (DOSI). In addition to advancing a new UN treaty for marine life beyond boundaries, she has authored or co-authored more than 150 publications. Kristina is an Honorary Fellow of the University of Edinburgh School of Geosciences, an adjunct professor at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, California, and lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Lecture summary: The legal regime for deep seabed mining in the international seabed Area is a rare example of the international community joining forces to regulate a potential new industry in the interests of humankind as a whole. As set forth under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the international seabed Area and its mineral resources are the “common heritage of mankind”, on whose behalf the International Seabed Authority (ISA), an autonomous organization established under UNCLOS, is to act. The mandate comes with concomitant obligations for the equitable sharing of financial and other economic benefits and adoption of the necessary measures to ensure the effective protection of the marine environment from the harmful effects of deep-sea mining. Despite this historic legal framework based on visions of equity, common interest, environmental health and prosperity for all, tensions are rising. In late June 2021, the Government of the Republic of Nauru called for the ISA to accelerate its work on regulations for exploitation of deep seabed minerals so that NORI, its sponsored entity, could submit an application for authorization to mine as soon as 2023. Just prior to that, hundreds of marine scientists and policy experts issued a Call for a Pause to Deep-Sea Mining, expressing concern that deep-sea mining could result “in the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem functioning that would be irreversible on multi-generational timescales.” In September 2021, members of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) adopted a resolution calling upon IUCN Member States to support and implement a moratorium on deep seabed mining until specific conditions have been satisfied, including improved scientific understanding, independent review, application of precaution and institutional reforms (IUCN, 2021 WCC Motion 069). Despite recognizing the need for rigorous and binding environmental safeguards, the Secretary General of the ISA has described the rising calls for a moratorium on deep seabed mining in the Area as “anti-science, anti-knowledge, anti-development and anti-international law.” All this is happening at the same time the United Nations is developing a new agreement under UNCLOS for the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity beyond national boundaries, and the UN Ocean Envoy, Peter Thomson has called on the global community to recognize the importance of ensuring “synergy between the forthcoming global conferences addressing climate change, biodiversity loss and the well-being of the ocean.” (Open letter by Peter Thomson, UN Special Envoy for the Ocean, to Patricia Espinosa, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC). The Open Letter further stresses that “the days are gone when any one of these existential challenges can be meaningfully negotiated without bringing the other two to the table.” This presentation will explore these issues in light of the legal regime established under UNCLOS and its 1994 Implementation Agreement, modern environmental norms, procedural principles and current scientific understanding about deep sea ecosystems and the potential impacts of deep seabed mining. It will further describe prior examples of internationally declared “moratoria” or conditional pauses on specific activities. Finally, it will explore some pathways ahead for addressing the potential contradictions between deep sea mining and protection of marine biodiversity beyond national boundaries. (With many thanks to Pradeep Singh, LLM, Researcher, University of Bremen, who co-authored and assisted with this presentation) Kristina M. Gjerde, J.D., is Senior High Seas Advisor to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Global Marine and Polar Programme. Kristina received her Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law with a focus on comparative and international law, and practiced admiralty law for several years in a New York City law firm. For the past 30+ years, Kristina has focused on the nexus of law, science, and policy relevant to sustaining marine biodiversity. Kristina has co-founded four science-policy partnerships: the Global Ocean Biodiversity Initiative, The Sargasso Sea Project, the High Seas Alliance and the Deep Ocean Stewardship Initiative (DOSI). In addition to advancing a new UN treaty for marine life beyond boundaries, she has authored or co-authored more than 150 publications. Kristina is an Honorary Fellow of the University of Edinburgh School of Geosciences, an adjunct professor at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, California, and lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Jamie McCallum Ph.D. brings a unique set of experience to the enormous challenges of environmental protection. Combining his doctorate in Biological Sciences and decade in conservation with his early career in high-end corporate sponsorship; Jamie founded Force For Nature.  Backed by leading conservation groups, global media partners and the world's biggest brands, Jamie focused on a human based solution to many of the world's environmental problems - wildlife Rangers. Supporting and guiding them to be more effective can ensure that the resources upon which we all depend can theoretically last for ever.Back in 2008, in a bid to pursue his lifelong passion for environmental protection, Jamie left a thriving career in sports sponsorship (Usain Bolt, IMG, Ferrari F1 and Orange) and media (BBC, Discovery) to study for a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences. His research with the US National Park Service on the US-Mexico border used cutting edge technology to help improve management of protected areas. He then set up and ran the Technology Programme at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), including the management of a Citizen Science App and the development of software and hardware for field staff. These projects were facilitated through partnerships with Google, Iridium and Microsoft Research. Since 2015 he has been the UK/EU Director for Peace Parks Foundation (PPF). As well as fundraising and partnership management, Jamie operates closely with field teams on resource protection, community development and management training tools. He also works with the Southern African Wildlife College, which trains hundreds of conservation staff each year and he advises the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) on protected area effectiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Mushroom Hour Podcast we are honored to be joined by Else Vellinga.  In her career as a mycologist, Else has described 22 new mushroom species in California. Her most recent work is at the University and Jepson Herbaria at UC Berkeley, and at UCSF, on the Microfungi Collections Digitization project. She received her training at the National Herbarium of the Netherlands, and earned her PhD at the University of Leiden (layden).  Additionally, Else is a researcher and professor with the Bruns Laboratory at UC Berkeley. The main motivation for her taxonomic work is that it lays the basis for efforts to include mushroom species in nature management and conservation plans.  She has proposed several species for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), a global database of endangered species. She concentrates especially on Lepiotas, or Parasol mushrooms.  Else is an avid knitter and uses mushroom dyed yarn for her creations.   TOPICS COVERED:   Growing up in Netherlands Wilderness  What are Scientific Names Based On?  Importance of Physical Features   Impact of DNA Sequences on Taxonomy  ITS, Multiple Gene Sequence and Whole Genome Phylogenetic Information  Monophyletic vs Paraphyletic Genera  What is Sufficient Difference to Make a New Taxonomic Grouping?  Relationship Between Genera and Clades  How are Names Selected? Does There Need to be a Consensus?  Process of Naming a Species  Potential Taxonomic Shakeups  Fungal Conservation  Fungal Diversity Survey  Official State Mushrooms  Education, Outreach and Awareness Central to Conservation Efforts  EPISODE RESOURCES:   Else Vellinga ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Else-Vellinga  University and Jepson Herbaria: https://ucjeps.berkeley.edu/  National Herbarium of the Netherlands: https://plants.jstor.org/partner/NHN  Bruns Laboratory: https://nature.berkeley.edu/brunslab/  IUCN Fungi List: https://www.iucn.org/commissions/ssc-groups/plants-fungi/fungi  Global Fungal Redlist Initiative: http://iucn.ekoo.se/en/iucn/welcome  Fungal Diversity Survey (FunDiS): https://fundis.org/  Lepiota (Fungal Genus): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lepiota  Entoloma (Fungal Genus): https://www.mushroomexpert.com/entoloma.html  Cryptomarasmius (Fungal Genus): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptomarasmius  

Today we are joined by Dr. Prithiviraj Fernando, who has spent nearly 30 years studying elephant conservation and is a worldwide expert on the topic. He earned both his Master's and PhD degrees at the UO where he was also a postdoctoral researcher. We are also joined by current UO PhD candidate Herve Memiaghe. His dissertation focuses on farming and elephant conservation in Gabon. Katie Jo Walter will be conducting the interviews. She the International Alumni Digital Engagement Manager at the University of Oregon. Today we will talk about how our guests became interested in elephant conservation and what they have learned about both elephants and life while working with the world's largest mammals, the human forces that threaten them, and the governments and organizations that make, implement, and enforce policies affecting them. Detailed Bios: Dr. Prithiviraj Fernando, Chairman and Scientist at Sri Lanka's Centre for Conservation and Research, Research Associate at Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, and senior member of the Asian Elephant Specialist Group at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Dr. Fernando has spent nearly 30 years studying elephant conservation and is a worldwide expert on the topic. He earned both his Master's and PhD degrees at the UO and was also a postdoctoral researcher. Following this, Dr. Fernando spent nearly a decade at Columbia University as a research scientist and adjunct Assistant Professor. In 2004, he returned to Sri Lanka and established the Centre for Conservation and Research, which produces research and advocates for policies to protect the endangered Asian elephant. Mr. Memiaghe has worked on biodiversity surveys in Gabon for the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI), Shell Gabon and the Government of Gabon. He worked with Institute for Research in Tropical Ecology in Gabon prior to joining UO's Landscape Architecture PhD program. His dissertation focuses on farming and elephant conservation in Gabon. Keep in touch! Follow the team @uo_the_duck_stops_here on IG to stay up on the latest podcast and alumni news and events. Leave us a voicemail through Anchor that we can play on the air: https://anchor.fm/theduckstopshere Shoot us an email at engagement@uoregon.edu About the Podcast: The Duck Stops Here is brought to you by the Regional Engagement Team at the University of Oregon. We are specifically dedicated to building alumni networks in California. Produced and hosted by Michelle Joyce-Fyffe, the Director of Regional Engagement in University Development. Music credits: • "Leaving Home" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Cmmons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ • "Funkorama" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theduckstopshere/message

Lecture summary: International law still struggles with an understanding of an “international community” that has legally cognizable interests distinguishable from those of individual sovereign States. This international community is imagined variously as the collectivity of sovereign states, an abstract concept of all human beings, an international body or a nongovernmental organization tasked with representing humanity—or even the planet. The further these concepts move from traditional State sovereignty, the more fanciful they may seem, yet the participation of corporations in treaty-making, international litigation, and other fora of international law tells a different story: international law is not a “States only” activity. In this lecture, roles that the international community might assume in a treaty regime for conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity (BBNJ) are examined, which allows us to move from academic speculation to concrete scenario analysis. The starting premise is that BBNJ obligations will be owed to the international community as a whole, “erga omnes” obligations. They will not be bilateral, nor will they solely address narrow national interests. Professor Cymie R. Payne is a member of the Rutgers University faculty, where she teaches international and environmental law. She has appeared as counsel before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea in its deep seabed mining and fisheries advisory opinion cases and as expert on environmental reparations in the International Court of Justice case Certain Activities (Costa Rica v. Nicaragua). Currently, she is legal advisor to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) delegation to the intergovernmental conference for a legally binding agreement on conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ) and Chair of the IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law - Ocean, Coasts and Coral Reefs Specialist Group. She participated, as counsel for the United Nations Compensation Commission (UNCC), in reparations for environmental damage due to armed conflict and in the creation of a related environmental award oversight program to ensure that awards were used to restore the environmental harm. She is the editor, with Peter H. Sand, of Gulf War Reparations and the UN Compensation Commission: Environmental Liability (Oxford University Press 2011). She has also been a member of the Berkeley Law faculty and served as attorney with the U.S. Department of the Interior and the law firm of Goodwin, Procter. She holds a MA from The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and a JD from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers. She was a member of the International Law Association Committee on Sustainable Natural Resource Management For Development.

Lecture summary: International law still struggles with an understanding of an “international community” that has legally cognizable interests distinguishable from those of individual sovereign States. This international community is imagined variously as the collectivity of sovereign states, an abstract concept of all human beings, an international body or a nongovernmental organization tasked with representing humanity—or even the planet. The further these concepts move from traditional State sovereignty, the more fanciful they may seem, yet the participation of corporations in treaty-making, international litigation, and other fora of international law tells a different story: international law is not a “States only” activity. In this lecture, roles that the international community might assume in a treaty regime for conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity (BBNJ) are examined, which allows us to move from academic speculation to concrete scenario analysis. The starting premise is that BBNJ obligations will be owed to the international community as a whole, “erga omnes” obligations. They will not be bilateral, nor will they solely address narrow national interests. Professor Cymie R. Payne is a member of the Rutgers University faculty, where she teaches international and environmental law. She has appeared as counsel before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea in its deep seabed mining and fisheries advisory opinion cases and as expert on environmental reparations in the International Court of Justice case Certain Activities (Costa Rica v. Nicaragua). Currently, she is legal advisor to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) delegation to the intergovernmental conference for a legally binding agreement on conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ) and Chair of the IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law - Ocean, Coasts and Coral Reefs Specialist Group. She participated, as counsel for the United Nations Compensation Commission (UNCC), in reparations for environmental damage due to armed conflict and in the creation of a related environmental award oversight program to ensure that awards were used to restore the environmental harm. She is the editor, with Peter H. Sand, of Gulf War Reparations and the UN Compensation Commission: Environmental Liability (Oxford University Press 2011). She has also been a member of the Berkeley Law faculty and served as attorney with the U.S. Department of the Interior and the law firm of Goodwin, Procter. She holds a MA from The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and a JD from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a Fellow of the American College of Environmental Lawyers. She was a member of the International Law Association Committee on Sustainable Natural Resource Management For Development.

Ms.Ajanta Dey has been working on ecological and environmental issues with an ecosystem approach over the last few decades. She is a member of the Commission on Ecosystems Management (CEM) – International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Additional information - https://naturewildlife.org/ (https://naturewildlife.org/) Disclaimer : The views and opinions expressed by Interviewees in interivews conducted by Harshaneeyam website / Podcast are those of the Speakers, Interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Harshaneeyam Website / Podcast. Any content provided by Interviewees / speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Ms.Ajanta Dey has been working on ecological and environmental issues with an ecosystem approach over the last few decades. She is a member of the Commission on Ecosystems Management (CEM) – International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Additional information - https://naturewildlife.org/ (https://naturewildlife.org/) Disclaimer : The views and opinions expressed by Interviewees in interivews conducted by Harshaneeyam website / Podcast are those of the Speakers, Interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Harshaneeyam Website / Podcast. Any content provided by Interviewees / speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Last week, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) world conservation congress took place in Marseille. Guardian biodiversity reporter Phoebe Weston was there and heard about the latest updated ‘red list' of threatened species, which included a warning that over a third of all shark and ray species now face extinction. To find out more, Anand Jagatia spoke to Phoebe about the findings and what they mean for the fate of sharks, rays and the ecosystems they inhabit. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

As far as Dr Nurzhafarina Othman is concerned, to ensure the survival of Bornean elephants, people need to understand that we need to co-exist with them. An elephant ecologist and founder of NGO Seratu Aatai, Dr Farina and her team try to find ways for people and wildlife to co-exist peacefully, and to avoid human-elephant conflicts, both inside and outside of protected areas in Sabah. She joins us for a 101 on this smallest Asian elephant subspecies - classified by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as endangered - and to discuss her work towards ensuring their long-term survival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As far as Dr Nurzhafarina Othman is concerned, to ensure the survival of Bornean elephants, people need to understand that we need to co-exist with them. An elephant ecologist and founder of NGO Seratu Aatai, Dr Farina and her team try to find ways for people and wildlife to co-exist peacefully, and to avoid human-elephant conflicts, both inside and outside of protected areas in Sabah. She joins us for a 101 on this smallest Asian elephant subspecies - classified by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as endangered - and to discuss her work towards ensuring their long-term survival.

In this timely episode of Conservation Conversations, Sean speaks with Thomas Brooks, Chief Scientist of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) ahead of the IUCN World Conservation Congress taking place September 3rd to September 11th in Marseille. Find out who will be participating and what major topics will be covered at the conference, and learn about how NatureServe and the IUCN collaborate on the Red Lists for Species and Ecosystems. Plus, Tom reflects on his days as Chief Scientist of NatureServe and some of the major global initiatives that NatureServe is a part of, including Biodiversity Indicators and Key Biodiversity Areas.

In 2016, the Nyongara River flowing out of the Ondiri Wetland in Kikuyu town, Kenya about 20 kilometres from Nairobi city, nearly dried up. Raw sewerage from Kikuyu town drained at the Wetland. Forty-four greenhouse farms around the wetland abstracted water unregulated. Additionally, solid waste dumpsters had found a new dumping site. Fodder harvesters harvested grass around the Wetland, burning the area during the dry season, killing birds nesting and their young ones while destroying other Flora and Fauna.Friends of Ondiri wetland Kenya, rallied communities and farmers around Wetland. Faith-based organisations, civil societies, the business community, and institutions like schools are creating awareness on the importance of the Wetland, the risks the pollution was causing, and how they could commonly protect it. Wetlands are one of the world's most important environmental assets, existing on all continents. Wetlands are protected under the Ramsar Convention - an intergovernmental treaty providing the framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources that came into force in 1975. They are critical to groundwater recharge, carbon intake from the industrial, vehicle, and other pollution making the world warmer, and help reduce storm and flooding damages. Between 1970-2015 the world lost approximately 35% of the world's wetlands, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature IUCN's state of wetlands report. Majorly due to climate change, population increase, urbanisation of coastal zones and river deltas, and changing consumption patterns. What is the status of Kenya's Ondiri Wetland now?

What A Week   (7/5- 7/11)Intro: (Cue intro music) Hey everyone, welcome back to What a week!, I'm your host, Olivia Lee, here to deliver your weekly dose of the news. Let's get started!In Local News:  https://www.kgw.com/article/news/crime/mailbox-explosions-northeast-portland-oregon/283-db5e6692-41e5-4bc2-a2a5-29586d0c622fPortland police are investigating explosions of a neighborhood library exchange box and a mailbox in Northeast Portland over the weekend. The explosions happened this past Saturday and early this past Monday, about 5 miles from each other. There was debris of wood and books spread around the scene. Flying debris appeared to have caused minor damage to at least two residences, but nobody was injured. Police said at this time they have no suspect information or evidence that indicates the two explosions are related. In-state news: https://katu.com/news/local/oregon-reports-more-than-500-new-coronavirus-cases-over-the-weekendOregon recorded 506 new confirmed and presumptive coronavirus cases over the last three days, the state's health authority reported this past Monday. The latest report brings the statewide total cases to 210,729 since the pandemic first began. The Oregon Health Authority also reported five new fatalities related to the virus. The latest update brings the state's COVID-19 death toll to 2,797. More than 2.2 million Oregonians have completed their vaccination series. Since the state hit the governor's 70% vaccination goal and the economy has fully reopened as of June 30th, the OHA will no longer report new cases over the weekend. In National News: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-07-11/record-breaking-temperatures-set-as-heat-wave-continues-across-california After a major record breaking heat wave swept through the Pacific Northwest a few weeks ago, the wrath of the sun is now setting new heat records throughout the state of California. The rapidly rising temperatures have made it difficult for forecasters to keep up with new record setting temperatures. Death Valley, California was expected to reach record-breaking temperatures this past Sunday with a high of 130 degrees, which equals the hottest temperature recorded on Earth in nearly a century, but that record came two days early, this past Friday afternoon.   More than 30 million people in the West are under excessive heat alerts. The heat alerts stretch from northern Washington state down to the Arizona/Mexico border. Forecasters said a noticeable cooling will likely happen this coming Wednesday as temperatures decline across the region throughout the week.  CDC fully vaccinated students and teachers don't need masks In International News:  https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/italy-wins-european-soccer-championship-3-2-penalty-shootout-n1273643 https://www.wsj.com/articles/italy-england-european-championship-shootout-11626040786  This past Sunday night, Italy's men's soccer team earned its first major title in 15 years with a penalty shootout win over England in the Euro 2020 final. The winner was determined by a penalty-kick shootout after extra time that kept the score even at 1-1. Italy won the shootout 3-2 after England's final shot was blocked. In a highly anticipated lead up to the game hosted by England in Wembley stadium, English fans were seen chanting the phrase “It's Coming Home” all over live television as well as on social media.  For the vast majority of English fans in attendance, this was something they had never experienced in their lifetimes. The incredible representation of national pride seen throughout the country leading up to the finals is partially due to the fact that it has been 55 long years since England was last in a major international final and fans to have known only heartache and disappointment since that World Cup triumph in 1966.  Lastly here is the wildcard news for the week: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-57773472 https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/09/asia/china-giant-pandas-endangered-scli-intl-scn/index.html As of last week, Chinese officials announced that Giant pandas are no longer classified as endangered but are still vulnerable species. The classification was downgraded as their number in the wild has reached 1,800.  China has spent half a century attempting to boost the population of its famous animals, creating sprawling panda reserves across several mountain ranges in an effort to save them from extinction. China considers pandas a national treasure, but has also loaned them to other countries as diplomatic tools. The new classification comes years after the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) had already removed the animal from its endangered species list and re-labelled it as "vulnerable" in 2016. At the time, however, Chinese officials had disputed the decision, saying that it could mislead people into believing that conservation efforts could be relaxed. Last week's announcement by China's environmental ministry is the first time the animal's status was changed on its own endangered species list, which uses similar standards as the Swiss-based IUCN.  Closing:  Well that wraps up What a Week! Stay safe and see you guys next week. 

In this episode, we'll discuss the potential of nature-based solutions in cities to adapt to climate change, reduce disaster risk, benefit the environment and improve community living.

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HOW WE CAN SAVE THE PHILIPPINE EAGLE The Philippine Eagle is the largest forest raptor in the Philippines and the country's National Bird. It is also one of the rarest eagles in the world. They are also listed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) with an estimated number of only 400 pairs left in the wild. Join us as our experience partners from the Philippine Eagle Foundation, Andi & Boey, tell us about how in danger the Philippine Eagle is and how we can help the species! Illegal logging and irresponsible use of resources have resulted in the disappearance of their forest habitat that brings deathly consequences to the species. In addition to this, the Philippine Eagles also face shooting as one of the causes of its decrease in numbers. With this, don't you feel like taking a stand in protecting them? Check out the Philippine Eagle Foundation's social media handles and websites below and see how you can help them save the Philippine eagles! Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/phileaglefdn Website: https://www.philippineeaglefoundation.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/experiencephilippines/message

This is the third event of the Environmental Resilience lecture series, co-organised by the IIEA and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). On this occasion, Inger Andersen, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme, argues that the triple planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution threaten to undermine decades of progress in reducing poverty, and global efforts to achieve the sustainable development goals. She discusses how societies can build a more resilient future as we seek to kick-start the global engines of growth, following the devastation of the pandemic. Ms Andersen highlights the urgent need to incorporate circularity into economic models. She then outlines the transformative impact that circularity practices will have on the ways we produce and consume, but which will be vital to restore the earth and secure the future of humanity. About the Speaker: Inger Andersen has been Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme since 2019. Between 2015 and 2019, she was the Director General of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).  Ms Andersen has more than 30 years of experience in international development economics, environmental sustainability, strategy, and operations. For 15 years at The World Bank, Ms Andersen held several leadership positions including Vice President of the Middle East and North Africa; Vice President for Sustainable Development and Head of the CGIAR Fund Council. Previously, Ms. Andersen worked for 12 years on drought, desertification; and water management at the United Nations including at the UN Sudano-Sahelian Office and UNDP.

When Azzedine Downes became President and CEO of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) in 2012, one thing was clear to him: “Talking to people who already agreed with us just isn’t enough to get real results.” As IFAW’s Executive Vice President since 1997, Azzedine had worked closely with experts from across the sciences and decision makers from around the world. But when he became President, IFAW started bringing together what Azzedine likes to call “the unusual suspects.” Seamstresses in Malawi. Auction houses in China. Military intelligence officers in Minnesota. Working together, IFAW’s eclectic network is now helping animals and people thrive together in more than 40 countries. Azzedine has led IFAW through a groundbreaking period of geographic expansion and strategic consolidation. He’s helped open offices on four continents, including IFAW’s first office in the Middle East. He’s deployed IFAW’s world-class Tiger Team to South Asia, where new programs are proving critical support for the species. And he established IFAW’s Wildlife Crime program. Azzedine has also influenced international policies to create positive change on the ground. In Azzedine’s first year as President, IFAW signed a historic lease agreement with a Maasai community near Amboseli National Park in Kenya, securing 16,000 acres of precious habitat for elephants. Months later, Azzedine helped establish a first-of-its-kind cooperative framework between IFAW and INTERPOL’s Environmental Crime Program. For years, Azzedine has served as the Head of the Delegation to the CITES Conference of the Parties. And recently, he directed IFAW’s successful campaign for membership to the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Before joining IFAW, Azzedine served as the Chief of Party for the U.S. Agency for International Development in Jerusalem and Morocco, as well as the Acting Regional Director for the United States Peace Corps in Eurasia and the Middle East. In 2015, Fast Company named Azzedine one of the “The Most 100 Creative People in Business,” and he has been listed among The NonProfit Times’s “Power and Influence Top 50.” He is a member of the Global Tiger Forum Advisory Council, and he currently sits on the U.S. Trade and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee. A graduate of Providence College and Harvard University, Azzedine is fluent in Arabic, English, and French. https://www.ifaw.org/ https://nexuspmg.com/

Ian and Gemma chat about what they have been up to including a refresher dive in the pool and then calling a dive based on the Any Any Any Any Any Any rule that Cristina Zenato stated on social media last November.  They discus some news items and talk about current promotions from DarkTyde and Hapi Bottles.   There are YouTube videos showing our unboxing of T-shirts, Hapi Bottles and a Fourth Element Storm Poncho.   Refresher Dive in the pool at Christal Seas Norwich.  https://www.scuba4me.co.uk/   Sophie O'Dea becomes world's youngest female Junior Master Diver https://www.scubadivermag.com/sophie-odea-becomes-worlds-youngest-female-junior-master-diver/   SSI, the world's largest professional dive business[1]based training agency, has launched its new specialty program Decompression Diving.    For more information about SSI, MyDiveGuide and Blue Oceans: Visit SSI on www.divessi.com   The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has announced an update to the classification status for 40 sharks and rays species, and it ain't good news.    https://sharks.panda.org/news-blogs-updates/latest-news/nearly-40-sharks-and-rays-reclassified-as-threatened-including-one-species-of-ray-already-possibly-extinct     We have a new partner called Hapi Bottles.  They supply  sleek, durable and eco-friendly travel mugs fit for everybody including children.  Hapi Bottles have been designed to create an iconic, stylish look whilst simultaneously reducing the price that the Earth has to pay. They maintain the temperature of hot drinks for up to 12 hours and cold drinks for up to 24 hours.  BPA-Free plastic and inner and outer walls made with 304 stainless steel to maximize durability.  Presented in a luxurious, fully recyclable, cardboard cylinder packaging and premium tissue paper, a HAPI travel mug is an ideal gift choice for family and friends.   We can offer a 20% discount to you!   https://hapibottles.com/discount/BIGSCUBA?rfsn=5592580.d75f5b BIGSCUBA   https://youtu.be/F18w3NFLaQI https://youtu.be/9p4iKvbEQ_k https://youtu.be/YJD_KdUchfQ     We have a new link up with a clothing company called  Dark Tyde.  https://darktyde.com/custom-divewear/Their mission is to make affordable, sustainable divewear. All the diving T-shirts and hoodies are: Ocean-friendly, made with certified 100% organic cotton. Made with entirely renewable energy and eco-friendly inks. Delivered in zero-plastic packaging (with free, no-quibble returns) Check out the You Tube Videos:   https://youtu.be/Ub92LZAGClw       Fourth Element Storm Poncho is available to buy using this link  https://fourthelement.com/product-category/oceanpositive/storm-ponchos/?fesalt=FEWSPFVIVKRKRSD Check out the YouTube video      https://youtu.be/76tn2Z78hm4   Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924 Or use our social media platforms.   We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba    The BiG Scuba Website     www.thebigscuba.com  

Recently, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) assessed the African elephant as two separate species – the forest elephant and savannah elephant. The move has increased these animals’ ‘ red list’ categorisation to endangered for savannah elephants and critically endangered for forest elephants. In an Age of Extinction extra for Science Weekly, Patrick Greenfield asks why it has taken so long for these two species to be officially recognised as such, and what the reclassification could mean for their conservation. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Environmentalists have had a big impact on our lives & have always been about unity and action in service to a greater cause. Needless to say that environmental movement wouldn’t be where is it today without the influence of conservation activists that lead and inspire. One such powerful voice who has sounded the alarm, sparked movements, planted trees, nurtured wildlife, conserved land, educated us about climate change, and above all, dedicated his life to making the world a better place is our own notable, dedicated environmentalist Tirtha Bahadur Shrestha.He is a lifelong member of Nepal Pragya Pratisthan. He has worked as a Praagya for three terms from 2036 to 2047 B.S. King Birendra invited him as a Karnali expert during his visit to the Midwestern region. He was also affiliated with International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) for Nature conservation in Makalu Barun Region. He had also been awarded Jagadamba Shree Puraskar for using the Nepali language and literature to popularise science.Tirtha Bahadur Shrestha is also an author whose writing has increased public awareness of the ecological importance of the planet. He has also been instrumental in raising awareness of the importance of forest conservation and its contribution to the country’s economic development. He has served as the chairman of the National Trust for Nature Conservation. live onhttps://www.facebook.com/thedeepeshshowhttps://www.youtube.com/thedeepeshshowhttp://www.twitter.com/thedeepeshshow Podcastswww.thedeepeshshow.com  #DrTirthaBahadurShrestha #enviornmentalist #TheDeepeshShow #NepaliPodcast #aeglobal #giftmandu #liveinterview

Hi VIP-ers! Di Podcast episode ini kita akan membahas tentang konservasi Harimau Sumatera bersama Kak Ahmad Faisal dari Ketua Forum @HarimauKita. Ada #funfact berikut nih, Harimau telah ada di bumi ini sejak 2 juta tahun yang lalu terbukti dengan fosil-fosil yang berhasil ditemukan oleh para arkeolog. Selain itu dari 5 sub-spesies yang masih eksis, Harimau Sumatera merupakan sub-spesies yang terkecil dan hanya ditemukan di Pulau Sumatera loh! Jadi kita harus sangat bangga menjadi orang Indonesia punya satwa yg istimewa! Sedihnya saat ini kelestarian Harimau terancam akibat perburuan liar demi kepentingan ekonomi segelintir pihak tak bertanggung jawab. Bahkan menurut International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), populasi Harimau saat ini hanya sekitar 441-679 ekor di alam liar. Hiks Ini sih sudah sedikit banget yah... Nah VIP-ers, demi melestarikan Harimau Sumatera yang hampir punah, sudah saatnya nih kita sadar, mengerti, dan peduli untuk terus melestarikan keanekaragaman hayati di sekitar kita. Seperti kata Kak Ahmad Faisal, caranya sangat mudah mulai dari membuang sampah pada tempatnya, mengurangi penggunaan plastik dalam keseharian kita, serta peduli dengan hewan. Sekecil apapun yang kamu lakukan untuk alam, mengandung manfaat besar yang tidak kamu ketahui di ujung sana. Penasaran kan dengan pembahasan pelestarian Harimau Sumatera dan apa saja yang bisa dilakukan untuk menyuarakan isu ini? Nah, kalian bisa langsung aja dengerin Vanantara Insight Podcast Eps.29 bersama dengan Kak Ahmad Faisal kalian juga akan dapat banyak insight dari beliau.

In this episode, we continue the series on global intergovernmental organizations with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). IUCN is a research organization that provides data to drive conservation efforts. One of their major accomplishments is the Red list of endangered species. Get ready to learn about their global impact and what they're doing to make sure forests, creatures,  and bodies of water are protected in ways that are sustainable. Show notes and references available at our website or with this link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i_WAQqchsAPINzRWhW3MdeNOxzeG3vb5JU7CXE5ilw8/edit?usp=sharing 

Lecture summary: Recent scientific information presents an alarming diagnosis of the multiple adverse consequences of climate change on the ocean: levels of ocean acidification not seen in millions of years, changes in ocean chemistry, warming temperatures and deoxygenation threating marine life, in particular coral reefs; and rapidly melting glaciers and ice sheets challenging the survival of some island States and threatening existing maritime boundaries and entitlements. There are two different applicable international regimes, one for the ocean and the other for climate change. Yet neither has a clear mandate for the ocean-climate nexus. The 1982 United Nations Convention for the Law of the Sea, often referred to as the Constitution for the oceans, negotiated before climate change emerged on the international agenda, makes no reference to climate change. The 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, with a clear mandate for atmospheric climate change, limits the role of the ocean to serving as sink or reservoir for greenhouse gases. The 2015 Paris Agreement added little more other than a preambular reference to ocean ecosystems. The lecture will examine whether and how these two principal legal regimes can meet the test for international law in providing a dialectic and evolutive response to the pressing challenges of the climate-ocean nexus. Nilüfer Oral is Director of the Centre of International Law (CIL) at the National University of Singapore and a member of the law faculty at Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey. She is member of the UN International Law Commission and co-chair of the study group on sea-level rise in relation to international law. She served as climate change negotiator for the Turkish Ministry (2009 – 2016). She has also appeared before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. Nilufer Oral is a Distinguished Fellow of the Law of the Sea Institute at Berkeley Law (University of California Law Berkeley); Senior Fellow of the National University of Singapore Law School; and Honorary Research Fellow at University of Dundee. Dr. Oral was elected to the Council of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) (2012-2016) and served as Chair of the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law (2014-2017). She is currently a member of the Steering Committee of the World Commission on Environmental Law. Dr Oral is the series editor for the International Straits of the World publications (Brill); member of the Board of Editors of the European Society of International Law Series; Board of Editors of the International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law; Associate Editor of the Research Perspectives in the Law of the Sea (Brill); and International Advisory Board, Chinese Journal of Environmental Law (Brill) She has published numerous articles edited several books, and has spoken at many international conferences.

Lecture summary: Recent scientific information presents an alarming diagnosis of the multiple adverse consequences of climate change on the ocean: levels of ocean acidification not seen in millions of years, changes in ocean chemistry, warming temperatures and deoxygenation threating marine life, in particular coral reefs; and rapidly melting glaciers and ice sheets challenging the survival of some island States and threatening existing maritime boundaries and entitlements. There are two different applicable international regimes, one for the ocean and the other for climate change. Yet neither has a clear mandate for the ocean-climate nexus. The 1982 United Nations Convention for the Law of the Sea, often referred to as the Constitution for the oceans, negotiated before climate change emerged on the international agenda, makes no reference to climate change. The 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, with a clear mandate for atmospheric climate change, limits the role of the ocean to serving as sink or reservoir for greenhouse gases. The 2015 Paris Agreement added little more other than a preambular reference to ocean ecosystems. The lecture will examine whether and how these two principal legal regimes can meet the test for international law in providing a dialectic and evolutive response to the pressing challenges of the climate-ocean nexus. Nilüfer Oral is Director of the Centre of International Law (CIL) at the National University of Singapore and a member of the law faculty at Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey. She is member of the UN International Law Commission and co-chair of the study group on sea-level rise in relation to international law. She served as climate change negotiator for the Turkish Ministry (2009 – 2016). She has also appeared before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. Nilufer Oral is a Distinguished Fellow of the Law of the Sea Institute at Berkeley Law (University of California Law Berkeley); Senior Fellow of the National University of Singapore Law School; and Honorary Research Fellow at University of Dundee. Dr. Oral was elected to the Council of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) (2012-2016) and served as Chair of the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law (2014-2017). She is currently a member of the Steering Committee of the World Commission on Environmental Law. Dr Oral is the series editor for the International Straits of the World publications (Brill); member of the Board of Editors of the European Society of International Law Series; Board of Editors of the International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law; Associate Editor of the Research Perspectives in the Law of the Sea (Brill); and International Advisory Board, Chinese Journal of Environmental Law (Brill) She has published numerous articles edited several books, and has spoken at many international conferences.

Ass d'Zesummeliewen tëscht Mënschen a Wëllef, am dicht besidelen Europa, méiglech?  Den Dr. Laurent Schley schwätzt a sengem Virtrag, am Trifolion, iwwer déi phänomenal Verbreedung vum Wollef an Europa an de leschten 30 Joer a beliicht déi ganz interessant Biologie an Ökologie vun dëser bekannter Déierenaart. De Retour vum Wollef an den Ardennen an domat och zu Lëtzebuerg gëtt am Detail diskutéiert. Souwuel d'Konflikter mat eis Mënsche ginn diskutéiert, wéi och positiv Aspekter vun dëser Spezies fir eis Natur. D'Gesamtanalyse soll d'Fro beäntweren, ob Zesummeliewen tëscht Mënschen a Wëllef am dicht besidelen Europa méiglech ass, wa jo, ënner wéi enge Konditiounen. Aner Intervenanten sinn: Günther Czerkus, Spriecher a President vun dem "Bundesverbandes Berufsschäfer e.V., Vereinsregister Wittlich" a Winfried von Loë, Lëtzebuerger Privatbësch. Den Dr. Laurent Schley ass Biolog an Sous-Direkter vun der Lëtzebuerger Naturverwaltung. Hien ass och Fuerscher am Nationalmusée fir Naturgeschicht a Sekretär vun der European Mammal Foundation. 2017 huet hien zesumme mat 17 aneren Auteuren den Handlungs- a Managementsplang fir mam Wollef zu Lëtzebuerg publizéiert. Am selwechte Joer gouf hien als Member vun der "Large Carnivore Initiative for Europe" ernannt, eng Expertegrupp am Kader vun der "Species Survival Commission (SSC) vun der International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)", der Aarteschutzkommissioun vun der Weltnaturschutzunioun.  ​Enregistrement vum 25. Januar 2021: Technik-Trifolion. Resumé-Montage: Carlo Link. Moderatioun: Nathalie Reuter, Journalistin. Integral Konferenz: Koexistenz Mënsch-Wollef 1. DEEL Integral Diskussioun: Koexistenz Mënsch-Wollef 2. DEEL Dr. Laurent Schley, Nathalie Reuter (Moderatioun), Günther Czerkus, Winfried von Loë, © Trifolion Resumé:      

Na pewno każdy miłośnik żubrów słyszał o telazjozie. To groźna i silnie inwazyjna choroba powodowana przez pasożyty. Generalna Dyrekcja Ochrony Środowiska niedawno wydała zgodę na eliminację niektórych żubrów z zachodniej części Bieszczadów, które cierpią na tę chorobę. Czym jest? Czy nie ma innego wyjścia? Jak ta choroba rozprzestrzenia się między osobnikami i co tak naprawdę oznacza dla żubrów? O to pytamy profesora Krzysztofa Anusza z Instytutu Medycyny Weterynaryjnej SGGW. Uwaga! Odcinek dla osób o mocnych nerwach (obrazowe opisy). !! Podcast Między Drzewami dostępny jest na wszystkich aplikacjach podcastowych oraz na YouTube (z wizją). Nowe odcinki pojawiają się w każdy czwartek o 19:00. Do dyskusji zapraszamy na grupę Między Drzewami Podcast na Facebooku: https://www.facebook.com/groups/200577924563446 Prowadzenie: Paulina Król, CILPGość: prof. Krzysztof Anusz, SGGWProdukcja: Centrum Informacyjne Lasów Państwowych 2021Żubry - jako gatunek objęty ochroną ścisłą i ledwie uratowany od zagłady - są zbyt cenne, byśmy przestali opiekować się nimi i dbać o ich zdrowie. Nawet jeśli, paradoksalnie, ta opieka wymaga podejmowania trudnych, ostatecznych decyzji.Eliminacja pojedynczych osobników jest podyktowana interesem całej populacji. By ją ocalić - populację ponad 8,5 tysięcy żubrów na świecie, z czego 1/4 w Polsce - trzeba poświęcić osobniki chore, które na domiar złego mogą zarazić pozostałe osobniki.Telazjoza jest groźną chorobą powodowaną przez nicienie. Pasożyty te żyją w gałkach ocznych m.in. przeżuwaczy, powodują u nich ślepotę, zaburzenia ruchu i w konsekwencji śmierć. Śmierć poprzedzoną dezorientacją, strachem i frustracją, a także ogromnym bólem i wycieńczeniem.Telazjoza trapi część bieszczadzkiej populacji żubrów, a dokładnie stada żyjące w zachodniej części gór. Choroba jest silnie inwazyjna, bo przenoszą ją muchy, których nie sposób wyeliminować ze środowiska, a leczenie żubrów w stanie dzikim jest niemożliwe. Obserwacje sprzed roku donosiły o kilkunastu osobnikach z widocznymi zmianami, spowodowanymi przez telazjozę. Obecnie liczba osobników szacowana jest już na około 40. Choroba rozprzestrzenia się szybko, od jednego chorego żubra zarażają się średnio cztery kolejne. Wielkość stada żyjącego w zachodniej części Bieszczadów wynosi obecnie 326 osobników – przy braku jakichkolwiek działań po dwóch latach cała ta populacja składać się będzie ze ślepych żubrów, dla których egzystencja będzie cierpieniem, a jednocześnie szanse na przetrwanie tej populacji staną się zerowe. Dlatego, według komisji ds. żubrów złożonej z naukowców, leśników oraz lekarzy weterynarii, która stale monitoruje tamtejsze stado, jedynym sposobem na spowolnienie inwazji pasożytów jest eliminacja MAKSYMALNIE do 40 najbardziej chorych (będących źródłem nicieni) i cierpiących żubrów. Pozwoli to również zabezpieczyć istnienie całej populacji bieszczadzkich żubrów. Eliminacje będą dotyczyły wyłącznie osobników z wyraźnie widocznymi objawami telazjozy (efekt tzw. „białego oka” widać u żubrów ze sporej odległości), obserwowanymi zaburzeniami behawioralnymi, wskazującymi na pobudzenie układu nerwowego, związanymi z postępującą lub z nieodwracalną ślepotą (ataki agresji, ocieranie okolic oczu o różnorodne przeszkody - wielokrotne próby autoamputacji, spowodowane olbrzymim bólem, m. in. poprzez wyrywanie na sękach gałki ocznej). Cała operacja będzie starannie przygotowana i precyzyjnie wykonywana pod nadzorem właściwego powiatowego lekarza weterynarii. Dokona jej wyznaczony pracownik Lasów Państwowych (posiadający odpowiednie uprawnienia) w ramach obowiązków służbowych. Od początku przywracania żubra do polskich lasów przykrym, lecz niezbędnym elementem hodowli, była eliminacja niektórych osobników. Tak na terenie parków narodowych, jak i lasów pod zarządem Lasów Państwowych, eksperci typują do eliminacji osobniki chore i niemogące być poddane leczeniu, z urazami lub wadami uniemożliwiającymi im normalne życie, odrzucane przez pozostałe żubry, a także te, które okazały agresję w kontaktach z człowiekiem. Eliminowane są zatem zwierzęta zagrażające istnieniu całego stada (zwłaszcza w przypadku chorób zakaźnych, jak gruźlica) albo skazane na niepotrzebne cierpienie.Według prof. Wandy Olech, prezes Stowarzyszenia Miłośników Żubrów, coraz trudniejsza sytuacja zdrowotna żubrów w Bieszczadach to również efekt przegęszczenia populacji, w wyniku czego choroba dużo łatwiej przenosi się między zwierzętami Zdaniem naukowców, konieczne jest rozpraszanie populacji, czyli przesiedlanie żubrów w inne miejsca. Jednak nie zawsze jest taka możliwość, ponieważ tworzenie nowych stad z linii nizinno-kaukaskiej (taką mamy w Bieszczadach) w innych krajach jest trudne, gdyż nie ma zbyt wielu chętnych na przyjęcie zwierząt i dalsze opiekowanie się nimi. Jedynym zainteresowanym państwem była Rumunia, gdzie której do tej pory na koszt Lasów Państwowych przetransportowano 7 bieszczadzkich żubrów. Natomiast z sukcesem udaje nam się przemieszczać żubry z drugiej linii - nizinnej, zarówno poprzez tworzenie nowych stad w Polsce, jak i wysyłanie zwierząt do innych państw. Założenie każdego nowego stada wymaga odpowiedniej dla zwierząt przestrzeni, akceptacji społeczności lokalnej oraz ponoszenia związanych z tym kosztów. W ostatnich latach takie stado utworzono w Nadleśnictwie Augustów, a w tym roku powstanie w Lasach Janowskich. W planach jest jeszcze utworzenie stada w Nadleśnictwie Gołdap.Należy podkreślić, że z roku na rok w Bieszczadach (podobnie, jak i w całej Polsce) przybywa żubrów, obecnie żyje ich tam łącznie 668 w stanie dzikim (z czego 326 to osobniki z subpopulacji zachodniej). Co roku w Bieszczadach przychodzi na świat ok. 100 nowych żubrów.Żubry w Polsce na początku XX wieku były gatunkiem praktycznie wymarłym. Staraniem naukowców, przyrodników i leśników odtworzono ich populację na bazie ledwie dwunastu osobników ocalałych w hodowlach (stąd charakterystyczne dla chowu wsobnego problemy m.in. z odpornością). W Polsce żubrów przybywa, obecnie żyje ich u nas ponad 2200, z czego ponad 90 proc. w stadach na wolności, a na całym świecie jest ich ok. 8500. Można powiedzieć, że dziś co czwarty żubr jest Polakiem. Dzięki skutecznej ochronie żubra w ostatnim czasie zmienił się jego status w Czerwonej księdze gatunków zagrożonych International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Żubr nie jest już klasyfikowany jako gatunek narażony na wyginięcie, tylko jako gatunek bliski zagrożeniu.Lasy Państwowe są od lat jednym z najważniejszych podmiotów zaangażowanych w hodowlę, restytucję i ochronę żubra: większość stad polskich żubrów, zarówno żyjących na wolności, jak i w hodowlach, bytuje na terenach Lasów Państwowych i znajduje się pod opieką poszczególnych nadleśnictw. Pieniądze z LP są głównym, obok funduszy unijnych, źródłem finansowania ochrony i odtwarzania populacji żubra w Polsce.

For this week's podcast, we're looking at environmental and climate justice and asking - who has power in these spaces? I'm joined by Alexis McGivern, who is currently looking at community resistance to incinerators in the UK as part of her MPhil at Oxford University. Prior to this, Alexis spent three and a half years at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) working on issues of plastic pollution. And prior to that, we shared classes together in our undergrad (many moons ago)   Visions for a climate just future

Jean-Baptiste Bosson modestly tries to build bridges. He holds a PhD in Geosciences and especially investigated the response of small alpine glaciers to ongoing climatic changes at the University of Lausanne. In 2019, he led and published the first study on World Heritage glaciers (https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1029/2018EF001139) and showed the compelling need for humanity to save the glaciers. He is 34 years old and works now as a scientific officer for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in Switzerland and the Conservatory of Protected Areas of Haute-Savoie in France.   In this episode of the Creator Mindset Podcast You will be able to know why climate change is a very important matter.  When is the right time to help change the world? What can we do to help? How can climate change affect us?   Key Takeaways     What is clear is that we are really in the situation that we are asked to act very rapidly. It's really, really important to continue to influence the policymakers and citizens that want to have a big change. We are consuming more resources than earth can produce for us. Glaciers influence your life. in from all humans on Earth and they have a key role in your own life. We are the key to the solution, we have to be factored in this movement, we have to be in action now.  Every single little footstep is very important and together we can change everything.       Resources: A scientific study on World Heritage glaciers and glacier conservation https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1029/2018EF001139 https://eos.org/scientific-press/almost-half-of-world-heritage-sites-could-lose-glaciers-by-2100 A webinar to understand climate change https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEZuTLieeWY&feature=youtu.be An interview on France Inter https://www.franceinter.fr/emissions/le-temps-d-un-bivouac/le-temps-d-un-bivouac-06-aout-2019 A web-journey to get lost and try to understand alpine landscapes (go to the découverte pages) http://www.cen-haute-savoie.org/sites/contamines/index.html Citizen initiatives on climate:  https://gletscher-initiative.ch https://laffairedusiecle.net   Connect with Jean-Baptiste:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jean-baptiste-bosson-64519b7a https://www.instagram.com/jeanbaptiste.bosson/   Connect with Ariane: Website

Seven years ago, a wasting disease began killing sea stars all along the West Coast. The largest and hardest-hit species, the sunflower sea star ( Pycnopodia helianthoides), is now critically endangered, reduced in numbers by some 90 percent. Scientists with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) put it on their “red list” last week. But researchers at Friday Harbor Labs on San Juan Island say there’s reason for hope.

Covid-19 < Climate change < Biodiversity collapse.The cartoon, in which each of the global problems is represented by a tidal wave, each one larger in size and looming over the Earth, will be quite widely-recognised by now. According to the United Nations, the “ecosystems on which we and all other species depend is deteriorating more rapidly than ever”, posing a significant threat to humans and all we find dear. Including sport.Sport has an intrinsic relationship with nature. We play many sports on grass. We cycle and ski in the mountains. We swim and sail in lakes, rivers and seas. Recognising this, the IOC and International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) teamed up to develop a number of guides to help the sports industry play its part in biodiversity protection.This week, we sit down with Giulia Carbone, deputy director of the IUCN, to discuss those guides and explore:How sports organisations can plan events and venues to cultivate a net biodiversity gainWhy leagues, clubs and federations should create a natural environment strategyWhat the consequences are for sport if nature collapses further