Ecology
Climate change means we may have to learn to live with invasive species
Invasive species are often looked upon with suspicion.This article was originally published on this website.
Ecology
Ecology
Study identifies areas of Europe at risk from dengue fever due to spread of Asian tiger mosquito
As Europe grapples with the growing threat of tropical diseases brought by the Asian tiger mosquito, a research breakthrough led by the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) is enabling scientists to accurately predict […]
Ecology
Study finds tire abrasion particles threaten fresh water habitats
A research team led by Prof. Dr. Markus Pfenninger from the Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Center Frankfurt (SBiK-F) has investigated the effects of tire-abrasion particles on freshwater ecosystems.This article was originally published on this […]
Ecology
Grim statistics on koala survival odds
Records of koala admissions to veterinary hospitals in South East Queensland show euthanasia was the most common outcome, according to University of Queensland research. The research was published in Society and Animals.This article was originally […]
Ecology
Flowers planted in Cornish towns create buzzing hubs for pollinators
Planting flowers in urban green spaces across Cornwall significantly boosted numbers of pollinating insects, new research shows.This article was originally published on this website.
Ecology
Study sheds light on potential impacts of bisphenol contaminants on marine appendicularians
Bisphenol compounds (BPs), crucial ingredients in the production of various polymers, are ubiquitous in our daily lives and industrial processes. Bisphenol A (BPA), a prevalent BP in the environment, has been extensively studied for its […]
Ecology
Where did all the dragonflies in Australia come from?
If you’ve spent much time outdoors along the east coast of Australia in the past week, particularly near waterways, you’ve probably seen something quite interesting emerging: dragonflies, whether in ones and twos or what feel […]
Ecology
Warm winters are waking snakes early. Here’s what that means for them and us
For people in southeast Australia, springtime means soaking up the sun and getting our vitamin D levels back to baseline. But we’re not the only ones likely to be basking. Snakes are getting out and […]
Ecology
Researchers find one in six Australian reptile species traded as pets overseas, despite the export ban
Trade in “exotic” pets from foreign countries is a global multibillion-dollar industry. Australian species are highly sought after.This article was originally published on this website.
Ecology
Managing aquatic plants: Why doing nothing is also an option
Aquatic plants in lakes and rivers are important refuges for animals, bring oxygen into the water and remove nutrients. However, they are not universally popular: some people find them a nuisance when swimming or doing […]