Senate delays waterway enforcement bill after questions about dams, shorelines and penalties Senate Bill 108, which would authorize administrative penalties and orders for waterway, wetland and dam violations, was special ordered for further consideration after senators raised concerns about its scope for shorelines, private dams and the process for assessing fines.

The Maryland Senate has hit pause on a controversial bill that could impose hefty fines for waterway violations, raising crucial questions about its impact on local dams and shorelines.

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#MD #CitizenPortal #WaterwayProtection #WetlandsConservation #MarylandEnvironment

A panorama of the Seaford Wetlands in Victoria, Australia, on a hazy day. A caption invites us to read the open access article 'Abrupt historical change in the nature of a Ramsar Wetland: Seaford Swamp, greater Melbourne, Australia' in Marine and Freshwater Research. The photo is credited as being by illarionovdv, Getty Images.

Efforts to conserve Seaford Wetlands, a #Ramsar site, should consider that the area has been vastly different from its natural state for decades, according to research in @marinefreshwater.bsky.social.

What will #WetlandsConservation look like as sea levels rise?

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Commission tables Olsen Orchard development‑agreement amendment after public safety, traffic and wetlands concerns The commission opened a public hearing on an amendment to the Olsen Orchard development agreement driven by UDOT roadway requirements, heard multiple public commenters and staff technical details, and voted to table a recommendation while staff obtains engineering dimensions, a wetlands delineation, and a written fire‑marshal sign‑off. Concerns at‑

Perry's Planning Commission has hit pause on the Olsen Orchard development after alarming public safety concerns and stringent UDOT requirements raised questions about traffic and road access.

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#UT #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #WetlandsConservation #TrafficManagement

Broward commissioners defer Dania Beach land‑use amendment after environmental, process concerns The Broward County Commission voted unanimously to defer a proposed amendment that would remove about 3.5 acres from the county's environmentally sensitive lands (ESL) map for a Dania Beach parcel, citing concerns about local notice, wetlands and a nearby vervet monkey sanctuary.

Broward County Commissioners have hit pause on a controversial land-use amendment amid rising concerns for local wetlands and wildlife, including a nearby monkey sanctuary.

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#BrowardCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #LocalGovernance #WetlandsConservation #EnvironmentalProtection

Massachusetts Amends Chapter 21N to Protect Natural and Working Lands Commonwealth mandates actions to prevent loss of natural lands and wetlands while promoting access.

Massachusetts is taking bold steps to protect its natural lands and wetlands while ensuring public access—find out how this new mandate could change the landscape!

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#MA #CitizenPortal #PublicAccess #WetlandsConservation #EnvironmentalProtection

Commissioners Table Wetlands Construction Plan for Detailed Review and Safety Assurance Commissioners decide to delay wetlands construction plan for further detail assessment.

Milford commissioners hit the pause button on a controversial construction plan, prioritizing the protection of vital wetlands in their quest for environmental clarity!

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#MilfordCityNewHavenCounty #CT #CitizenPortal #WetlandsConservation #MilfordCity

Ecobot Simplify Wetland & Stream Assessments | Field Science Software

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#Ecobot #EnvironmentalConsulting #FieldData #NatureTech #AIForNature #DigitalInnovation #UnlimitedReports #SustainableDevelopment #fieldwork #WetlandScience #WetlandsConservation

Its easy, simply swipe right on any point. During fieldwork, duplicate sampling points when you see the same vegetation or soils at different areas of your site, rather than manually re-entering data. #environmentaltechnology #fieldwork #WetlandScience #WetlandsConservation

🌏🦆🐟 The US put on an impressive showing at the wetlands COP🤣😂.
They did not attend, but they did have comments!
Here's @insideclimatenews.org new video about the conference.
18 min. vid.
#HealthyForests #wetlandsconservation

#RamsarCOP15 Panel discussion at the Wetlands Conservation in Africa side event, with panellists highlighting their wetlands conservation experiences in Zimbabwe, Uganda, Kenya and South Africa

#Wetlandsconservation #AfricaConservation

Springfield Conservation Commission reviews municipal park improvement plans near wetlands Commission discusses paving upgrades, stormwater management, and wetland protection measures for park.

Springfield is set to transform its municipal park with exciting upgrades that enhance recreation while protecting precious wetlands!

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#SpringfieldCityHampdenCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #WetlandsConservation #SpringfieldParks #EnvironmentalProtection #RecreationalEnhancements

Local Resident Raises Concerns Over Illegal Fill and Driveway Damage Resident questions oversight after experiencing damaged driveway from unauthorized fill usage

Residents of Lakeville are sounding the alarm over unauthorized fill that’s not only damaging driveways but could also threaten local wetlands and wildlife.

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#MA #WetlandsConservation #EnvironmentalProtection #CommunityInvolvement #CitizenPortal

Life in the Wetlands by Kathi Isserman Life in the Wetlands by Kathi Isserman

Spring is slowly emerging.

#ayearforart #buyandsellart #blueskyartists
#blueskyphotographers #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #publiclands #nationalparks #reflectionsinnature #wetlandsconservation kathi-isserman.pixels.com/featured/lif...

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Burton Mere
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#bird #birds #tree #trees #blutit #naturereserve #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #feathers #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #birdphotography #rspb
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
#nikonz8 #nikonowner

I hitched a ride with my friend John Froy yesterday on an errand to @wwtslimbridge.
The Brown Hare was so close.
Great to see the Russian White-fronted Geese still there, and 66 other bird species incl. Spoonbill, Bewick's, Whoopers, and 2 Little Stints.

#ukbirding #wetlandsconservation #brownhare

Burton Mere Robin
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#bird #birds #trees #robin #naturereserve #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #feathers #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #birdphotography #rspbimages #Wing
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
#nikonz8 #nikonowner

Burton Mere
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#bird #birds #tree #naturereserve #sunset #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #rspb #branches #sunsetphotography #landscape #chooselandscape
#nikon #z8 #50mmf12 #nikonowner

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#bird #birds #tree #trees #blutit #naturereserve #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #feathers #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #birdphotography #rspb
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
#nikonz8 #nikonowner

Burton Mere
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#bird #birds #trees #robin #naturereserve #dusk #wirral #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #feathers #flight #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #birdphotography #rspbimages #Wing
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
#nikonz8

Burton Mere Reeds
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#nikon #z8 #400mmf45 #nikonz8
#bird #birds #reeds #naturereserve #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #ripples #conservationphotography #naturephotography #rspb #pond #water #reflection #silhouette
#nikonowner

Tune in to KTN this Monday the 3rd at 11am! Our CEO Enock Kiminta will be joining their morning broadcast to share insights and discuss the importance of Wetlands Conservation in Kenya. Don't miss it!.

#WetlandsConservation #EarthKidneys.

Official website of World Wetlands Day by Ramsar - 2 February - World Wetlands Day

www.worldwetlandsday.org #conservation #freshwater #inspire #protect #value #wetlands #wetlandsday #wetlandsconservation #worldwetlandsday #worldwetlandsday2025

Good morning 🔆 February 2, International Wetlands Day🌎🌿💦
Wetlands retain and store water, available for human consumption, production and sustaining wildlife.
#WorldWetlandsDay
#ProtectWetlands
#WetlandsConservation
#Biodiversity

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#bird #birds #tree #trees #naturereserve #sunlight #wall #wirral #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #rspb #stonewall #branches #dee #landscape
#nikon #z8 #50mmf12 #nikonowner

Indian Fishing Cat with two ears, black stripes patterns running through their forehead, two eyes and long pointed whiskers. We celebrate the entire month of February as #FishingCatFebruary to raise awareness about these enigmatic wild cats. One of the small cats from India, fighting for their sinking habitat. Lucky to watch them in the wild, film and record their hunting behavior. Share your fishing cat stories, images,artworks and spread the word about these incredible cats. The “Wild Cats” art show at the “Republic of Cats” cat cafe in St. Petersburg, Russia, also displayed this work. It is a moment of pride in representing India at an international art exhibition, raising awareness about Indian endangered species! Endangered (Population decreasing) Fishing cat(Prionailurus viverrinus) Title:Penance 19! Medium: Reynolds Ball pen Size:6.5x6.2 inches Duration: 12 hours August 25th, 2019 Location:Sundarbans,West Bengal, India Reference:Own Image! Sold, Private Collector

We celebrate the entire month of February as #FishingCatFebruary to raise awareness about these enigmatic wild cats.
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#art #nature #fishingcat #illustration #sciart #indianwildlifeartist #ink #illustration #artforconservation #naturalhistoryillustration #wetlandsconservation #endangeredspecies

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#bird #birds #tree #trees #blutit #naturereserve #sunlight #dusk #wirral #burtonmere #wetlands #feathers #flight #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #naturephotography #birdphotography #rspb #Flying #Wing #branches
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
#nikonz8

Burton Mere Robin
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#bird #birds #tree #trees #robin #naturereserve #sunlight #wirral #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #feathers #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #birdphotography #rspb
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
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Burton Mere
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#bird #birds #tree #trees #naturereserve #sunlight #dusk #wirral #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #sunset #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #rspb
#nikon #z8 #400mmf45
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Burton Mere
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#birds #naturereserve #sunlight #dusk #burtonmere #wetlands #burtonmerewetlands #sunset #wetlandsconservation #nature #wildlife #conservation #conservationphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #chooselandscape #rspb
#nikon #z6ii #400mmf45
#nikonowner #mystical

Took a walk along the Hamilton wetlands trail in Novato. Checked out the @pointblue.bsky.social restoration project and saw a lot of birds interesting muted colors

#Birds
#birdphotography
#wetlandsconservation
#naturephotography
#nature
#hiking