New research in AAAJ explores extinction accounting in Hong Kong, examining how government bodies and NGOs track biodiversity loss in one of the world's densest cities. www.emerald.com/aaaj/article...
#ExtinctionAccounting #Biodiversity #UrbanConservation #SustainabilityResearch

Council approves agreement to pursue urban kit fox habitat conservation plan; public draft targeted for 2026 Staff and consultants presented a re‑scoped Habitat Conservation Plan emphasizing protections for an urban kit fox population, burrowing owl and Bakersfield cactus. Council voted to receive and file the report and approved an agreement to continue plan development, with an anticipated public draft in 2026 and permit decisions in 2027.

Bakersfield is taking a bold step to protect its urban kit fox population with a new Habitat Conservation Plan that emphasizes localized refugia and urban design for wildlife connectivity.

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#BakersfieldKernCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanConservation

Lexington plans new government center to address space and accessibility issues Commissioner Chris Ford outlines proposal for Lexington's new government center amidst growth challenges.

Lexington City Council is reshaping the future with new workforce housing policies and an innovative government center to improve community living.

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#LexingtonCityFayetteCounty #KY #CitizenPortal #LexingtonWorkforceHousing #UrbanConservation #CommunityEngagement

Happy #WorldMigratoryBirdDay from all of us at Naturehub Collective!
Let’s work toward bird-friendly cities and sustainable communities.
Our skies are shared—let’s protect them.
#WMBD2025 #UrbanConservation #BirdsInFlight

Hey bird advocates! There are still a few hours left for you to GiveBIG. 

www.wagives.org/Birdsconnect...

#GiveBIG2025 #GiveBIG #ForTheBirds #UrbanConservation #EnvironmentalEducation #Birding

Dream Big. Give Big.

Give today through the link in or bio or at
www.wagives.org/Birdsconnect...

#GiveBIG #ForTheBirds #Birds #UrbanConservation #EnvironmentalEducation #Birding

Commission reviews new historic district construction plan for Delaware Street property Commission discusses strict state law review for proposed structure in historic conservation area

A new construction project in Lawrence aims to breathe life into a long-vacant lot while respecting the historic charm of the area—will it succeed in bridging the past and the future?

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#LawrenceDouglasCounty #KS #UrbanConservation #CitizenPortal #LawrenceHistoricDistrict

$75 million was awarded to plant trees in places that badly need them. In anti-DEI push, that's over The U.S. Forest Service has terminated $75 million awarded to the Arbor Day Foundation to help disadvantaged communities plant trees.

apnews.com/article/trees-arbor-day-... “This was an opportunity to make a really meaningful impact on people’s lives” #trees #UrbanConservation #CleanAir #USPolitics

@gwlandtrust.bsky.social is at the Worcester State University Wellness Fair to talk about Worcester's Trails and conservation resources with Greg & Colin ! If you are on campus Wednesday morning please stop by the Wellness Center and say "Hi!"
#hikeworcester #urbanconservation #trails #Worcester

Olivia and Luca at the Greater Worcester Land Trust table greeting students and talking about service and hiking opportunities in Worcester's urban wilds!

Sandwich board in the 5th floor hallway of Unity Hall for the Community Service Fair

Thank you, wpiedu.bsky.social Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), for hosting us at today's Community Service Fair! We are thrilled to have connected with many students and look forward to seeing you at upcoming volunteer events! #gwlt #urbanlandtrust #urbanconservation
#worcesterma #wpi

Community Involvement

Want to help urban ecosystems? Plant native species, reduce waste, or join local conservation groups. Every small action adds up! 🌿 #UrbanConservation

2. Public awareness is key! Educating communities on invasive species and encouraging native planting can make a huge difference. Small actions add up to big ecological benefits. #UrbanConservation #InvasiveSpecies

City open space programs aren’t perfect, but they’re a vital step toward balancing growth and conservation. By preserving and recreating native habitat in urban spaces, we support biodiversity, combat climate change, and create healthier communities.

#OpenSpace #UrbanConservation

A small pale mushroom covered in dark bristly hairs (setae), the stem (stipe) is ombre pink/red at the base to match the off-white colour on the cap.

Holly Parachute (Marasmius hudsonii)
This tiny mushroom grows exclusively on decomposing Holly (Ilex) leaves. The cap measures a mere 3mm, which may be why this widespread fungus is under-recorded #mycology #wildlife #urbanconservation #mushroom #photography #macro #warleywoods #birmingham

Our newest contribution to #Urban #RaptorResearch : The value of #nestboxes for #urbanconservation, especially in the face of #climatechange in #peregrine #falcons #CapeTown #Africa- with @arjundevamar @Fitztitute @ResAltwegg @SEEC_UCT & Andrew Jenkins

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