Check out the new article at @pnas.org (doi.org/10.1073/pnas...) for details, and also for an #ecological model how light-dependent #lifespan and #growth extension may have #adaptive value for organisms, balancing reproductive success and predator avoidance, and also #seasonal time. [6/7]

An unprecedented tracking reveals new humpback whale routes and reinforces the ecological value of the Patagonian Sea A satellite tracking in the South Atlantic revealed unexpected behavior in humpback whales. Additionally, the data connect key points between Chubut and Antarctica. Consequently, the discovery modifies previous knowledge about their migratory routes, as they first began to appear on the coasts of Camarones, which was unusual, and then passed through the South Orkney Islands. Therefore, a new phase in marine research opens up. Likewise, the study highlights the role of protected areas. Thus, their importance in the conservation of species is consolidated. On the other hand, the evidence reinforces the need to expand these spaces. Consequently, the aim is to ensure oceanic biodiversity. A journey connecting Camarones, Antarctica, and the Beagle Channel The satellite device was initially recorded off the coasts of Camarones. Additionally, weeks later, it emitted signals from the South Orkney Islands. Consequently, a connection between both regions was confirmed. Therefore, a more complex migratory route is evidenced. Moreover, cross-records showed matches with Brazil and the Beagle Channel. Thus, the displacement map is expanded. On the other hand, this pattern challenges traditional theories. Consequently, humpbacks are no longer considered occasional visitors. Scientific research and paradigm shift The Patagonia Azul Project promoted monitoring since 2019. Additionally, the species...

An unprecedented tracking reveals new humpback whale routes and reinforces the ecological value of the Patagonian Sea
->Noticias Ambientales | More on "Humpback whale Patagonian Sea routes" at BigEarthData.ai | #Wildlife #Whale #Ecological

TuberIndex 1.0, a dataset of ecological interactions from five centuries of French literature on Tuberaceae Truffles are among the most refined and prized delicacies enjoyed by gourmets worldwide1. Since the beginning of the 19th century, no other mushrooms have been the subject of such a continuous and sustained effort by scientists, foresters and naturalists to understand its biology and ecology2. As a result, truffles occupy a unique place in our scientific knowledge of fungal ecology and plant physiology. Notably, through the analysis of truffle mycorrhizae, the botanist Albert Bernhard Frank revealed in 1885 the mutualistic nature of the interaction between ectomycorrhizal fungi and plants3. True truffles are hypogeous fruiting bodies produced by certain lineages within the Ascomycota, in which spores are enclosed within fleshy ascomata. This reproductive strategy is shared by more than 180 species in the family of Tuberaceae4, including the prized black (Tuber melanosporum Vittad.) and iconic white (Tuber magnatum Picco) truffles. For their carbon uptake, these species obligately interact with fine roots of temperate and Mediterranean ectomycorrhizal (EM) trees and shrubs through chimeric structures called ectomycorrhizae. In addition, recent findings emphasized the ability of some EM fungal species, including the black (T. melanosporum), the summer (Tuber aestivum Vittad.) and the white (T. magnatum) truffles, to concomitantly develop endophytic interactions with a wide...

TuberIndex 1.0, a dataset of ecological interactions from five centuries of French literature on Tuberaceae
->Nature | More on "Truffle ecology fungal interaction dataset" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological

Brazil inaugurates the first environmental court in the Pantanal: ecological justice to protect the world's largest wetland In the framework of the COP15 of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, Brazil announced the creation of the first specialized environmental law court in the Pantanal biome. The measure seeks to strengthen biodiversity protection and improve the judicial system’s response to ecological conflicts. The court will operate in the municipality of Bonito, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, a region emblematic for its natural and tourist wealth within the Pantanal, considered the largest continuous wetland in the world. Environmental Justice in Action The president of the state Court of Justice, Dorival Renato Pavan, highlighted that the initiative constitutes an important step to improve the judicial system in environmental matters. He emphasized the need for trained and prevention-oriented magistrates in a country that accumulates about 80 million legal processes, many of them linked to the environment. During COP15, the role of national laws and legal institutions in the implementation of multilateral agreements was debated. The panel included figures such as João Paulo Capobianco (conference president), Herman Benjamin (minister of the Superior Court of Justice), and Amy Fraenkel (executive secretary of the Convention on Migratory Species). It was emphasized that international treaties, such as...

Brazil inaugurates the first environmental court in the Pantanal: ecological justice to protect the world's largest wetland
->Noticias Ambientales | More on "Pantanal environmental court ecological justice" at BigEarthData.ai | #Justice #Ecological #Pantanal #Wetland #Environment #Water

In this #ecological isolation, the study of a statistical anomaly continues: the same #one-hour-and-fifteen-minute founder effect that challenged every prediction of natural selection.

Some biological bonds are not governed by survival, but by a #resonance #between #two #same-frequency #nuclei;

China's new ecological and environmental code Ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East and various parts of Africa are placing significant pressure on an already stressed global environment. Yet global climate governance continues to face uncertainty. The United States is increasingly perceived as an inconsistent advocate for climate action, while many countries across both the global north and south struggle to fulfil their national environmental commitments. Given this broader context, China's recent consolidation of its environmental laws into a unified Ecological and Environmental Code represents a notable development. Adopted by the Chinese legislature during its annual session in early March, the new code will help integrate the country's numerous environmental regulations into a single legal framework. Harmonising rules on air and water protection, soil conservation, waste management and biodiversity makes sense to help create a more coherent system of ecological governance. Domestically, the code certainly signals Beijing's intent to embed environmental protection more deeply within its legal and policy structures. Such efforts will advance China's dual carbon objectives to begin incrementally capping carbon dioxide emissions by 2030 to achieve carbon neutrality before 2060. Such domestic targets carry global implications, as China is both the world's largest emitter of greenhouse gases and a leading manufacturer of clean...

China's new ecological and environmental code
->The Express Tribune | More on "China's unified environmental legal code" at BigEarthData.ai | #Environment #Ecological

Using the gemotrid moth genus Nychiodes across the Iranian mountain ranges, a new study highlights how the combination of #morphological, #genetic and #ecological #data helps define the boundaries between closely related #species.

Learn more: doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1273.161858

Evaluation of Different Spectral Indices for Assessment of #Ecological Conditions in Harike Wetland (Ramsar Site) Using #Remote #Sensing and #Geospatial Techniques

by Alka Kumari, Mohit Arora and Harpreet Singh Sidhu

Environ. Earth Sci. Proc. 2026, 40(1), 10; www.mdpi.com/3042-5743/40...

📢Call for Papers|LAS Special Issue: Resilient and Creative #Brownfield Transformation
Focus: #ecological restoration, #climate-responsive remediation, #creative design, #urban resilience & #interdisciplinary brownfield renewal
📅Deadline: April 30, 2026
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📢Call for Papers|LAS Special Issue: Resilient and Creative #Brownfield Transformation
Focus: #ecological restoration, #climate-responsive remediation, #creative design, #urban resilience & #interdisciplinary brownfield renewal
📅Deadline: April 30, 2026
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Spatial and temporal divergence among populations in P. xanthodes, A. orientalis, and N. rotundatus, illustrated on a map of East Asia. Coloured areas represent endemism for ancestral area reconstruction, and arrows represent dispersal routes of each species. Letters represent custom-defined distribution areas in ancestral range reconstruction analysis.

🏔️The Qinling-Daba Mountains represent a critical #ecological transition zone.
🔎Comparative #phylogeography reveals it was a key dispersal corridor for three Oriental Palaeartic megalopteran species.
🔓 doi.org/10.1111/jse....
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#ecology #evolution #BugSky #insect

proposal for net-zero landmark office in warsaw highlights adaptive use and ecological design - Designboom ReVistula transforms an existing office building along Warsaw’s Vistula riverfront into a net-zero landmark workplace. Designed by MJZ with Łoskiewicz Studio for Syrena Real Estate, the project reimagines the structure through circular thinking, ecological strategies, and new construction technologies. Instead of demolition, the proposal embraces reuse as a forward looking model for sustainable urban development. Developed with a focus on long term environmental value, the project responds to international tenants seeking spaces aligned with ESG standards. Conceived as both a workplace and a prototype, it demonstrates how existing buildings can evolve into premium, climate conscious landmarks along the riverfront. CNC milled rain gutters with greenery attach to the existing concrete slabs | all images courtesy of MJZ circular design and material reuse shape office architecture MJZ with Łoskiewicz Studio‘s design begins with an analysis of the existing structure, sunlight, and opportunities to recover materials from the original facade. These elements are repurposed within the new interiors, while exposed concrete slabs reveal the building’s original construction and reduce the environmental cost of demolition. A new glass facade framed in timber is set deeper within the envelope, creating natural shading and allowing the slabs to extend as terraces. These terraces form part...

proposal for net-zero landmark office in warsaw highlights adaptive use and ecological design - Designboom
->designboom | More on "Net-zero adaptive office ecological design" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological

The Bat Ripple case study shows ecological and economic contributions of grey headed flying foxes in Australia Old World fruit bats have long been recognized as one of Earth’s most critical keystone species providing fruit dispersal and pollination services across four continents and 65 countries sustaining ecosystems that support millions of people1,2,3. The foremost reason for this is their ability to move long distances, up to 500 km in 48 hours4. Coupled with high densities and their foraging at high canopy levels, flying foxes occupy an almost exclusive niche in most regions as long-distance agents of seed and pollen dispersal across vast landscapes5,6,7. Previous studies have attached economic valuations to these flying fox dispersal and pollination services including estimation of forest regeneration potential in West Africa8, and pollination and fruit production valuations in peninsular Malaysia9. However, no such attempt has been made in an Australian context, where the third largest population of fruit bats occurs, and where rates of land-use change and deforestation are among the highest in the world10,11. This question is all the more relevant in the context of recent climate change fueled heating events, which have caused significant declines in flying fox populations, with at least 34 documented heat stress events affecting roosts across eastern Australia since 199412,13. In this paper we introduce what...

The Bat Ripple case study shows ecological and economic contributions of grey headed flying foxes in Australia
->Nature | More on "Flying foxes ecological economic value" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological

Indonesia's economic security requires ecological resilience In November 2025, Cyclone Senyar hit Indonesia, resulting in an estimated 1201 deaths and Rp 68.7 trillion (US$4.1 billion) in economic losses. While tropical cyclones are rare in Indonesia, warming oceans are making such disasters an increasingly serious threat. The cyclone should not be understood as an anomaly, but as a warning sign of deeper failures in Indonesia’s disaster mitigation policy and weak environmental safeguards. Cyclone Senyar exposed the government’s failure to translate evidence into action. Though the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency issued a cyclone warning 8 days before the cyclone hit, it did not lead to adequate preparedness or disaster mitigation policies. The gap between information and policy stems in part from conflicting objectives and institutional priorities. Jakarta tends to favour electorally rewarding policies — such as its free school meals program — over mitigation efforts that yield long-term benefits. Even after the cyclone, disaster management has not been prioritised. The National Agency for Disaster Management’s budget was cut from US$118.7 million in 2025 to US$29.1 million in 2026. This failure to prioritise disaster preparedness is compounded by limited public attention to early warnings, reducing political pressure for action. The disconnect between scientific evidence and political decision-making undermines...

Indonesia's economic security requires ecological resilience
->East Asia Forum | More on "Indonesia cyclone ecological economic resilience" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological

💧 Artesian springs and dryland #oases are vital lifelines with #ecological and cultural value, yet among the planet’s most threatened. We examine these aquifers, their role in #biodiversity and culture and why conserving them matters.

Read more: buff.ly/0RHqqTG

Tesla files site plans for massive Giga Texas expansion including 'ecological paradise' Tesla has filed new site plans with Travis County detailing a significant expansion of its Giga Texas campus, including the long-promised “ecological paradise” along the Colorado River and infrastructure for the recently announced Terafab North Campus. The filings, which include a permit application for “Tesla North Campus” submitted to the Travis County Fire Marshal on March 13, reveal the scope of Tesla’s ambitions for a campus that already stretches across 2,500 acres in southeast Austin. The ‘ecological paradise’ — six years and counting The centerpiece of the Travis County filing is Tesla’s GFTX Riverfront Eco-Park, an ambitious public green space project that CEO Elon Musk first promised during a July 2020 earnings call when he described the area as a future “ecological paradise” with “birds in the trees, butterflies, fish in the stream.” According to Tesla’s 2024 annual report to Travis County, a requirement of the company’s Chapter 381 Economic Development Performance Agreement, the eco-park plans include 25 miles of walking trails, 18 miles of biking paths, and 3.78 miles of direct Colorado River access. The plans call for 290 acres of preserved waterfront green space, 53 areas of expanded wetland for flood mitigation, eight wildlife corridors, and a 14.5-mile...

Tesla files site plans for massive Giga Texas expansion including 'ecological paradise'
->Electrek | More on "Tesla Giga Texas campus expansion" at BigEarthData.ai | #Tesla #Technology #Ecological

Ecological and demographic drivers of Oropouche virus transmission Extended Data Fig. 1 Digital surveillance of Oropouche in Brazil. A) Timeline of Google Trends activity for the term ‘Oropouche’ in Brazil from January 2014 to September 2025. B) Correlation between Google Trends activity and log10-transformed laboratory confirmed Oropouche fever cases per state (n = 27) from January 2014 to September 2025 (right). The correlation was calculated using the two-sided Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient (ρ = 0.6467, p < 0.0001). The black line represents the linear regression fit, and the light gray ribbon indicates 95% confidence intervals. AC, Acre; AL, Alagoas; AM, Amazonas; AP, Amapá; BA, Bahia; CE, Ceará; DF, Distrito Federal; ES, Espírito Santo; GO, Goiás; MA, Maranhão; MG, Minas Gerais; MS, Mato Grosso do Sul; MT, Mato Grosso; PA, Pará; PB, Paraíba; PE, Pernambuco; PI, Piauí; PR, Paraná; RJ, Rio de Janeiro; RN, Rio Grande do Norte; RO, Rondônia; RR, Roraima; RS, Rio Grande do Sul; SC, Santa Catarina; SE, Sergipe; SP, São Paulo; TO, Tocantins. Extended Data Fig. 2 The distribution of diagnosis methods and types of biological samples collected for Oropouche virus detection in Brazil between 2014 and 2025. A) Percentages of laboratory-confirmed Oropouche fever cases detected by RT-qPCR and serological methods per year from 2014...

Ecological and demographic drivers of Oropouche virus transmission
->Nature | More on "Oropouche virus transmission ecological drivers" at BigEarthData.ai | #VirusTransmission #Ecological

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it was planned according to the #Ecological Civilization policy. Here's 👇🏽 more #Info about the new city. chat.qwen.ai/s/t_4d041437...

Ecological boundaries must be incorporated in the post-COP30 climate regime At COP30, Parties and observers emphasized forest protection, ecosystem restoration, and nature-based solutions as integral to climate mitigation and adaptation discussions1,2. A central theme of these discussions was the framing of climate change and biodiversity loss—as a core dimension of ecosystem degradation—as mutually reinforcing crises, and the recognition that climate and biodiversity policy frameworks have long evolved in parallel but largely in isolation. Within these discussions, leading scientists highlighted that climate change and biodiversity loss arise from deeper disruptions in human–Earth-system relationships, and cautioned that ongoing ecosystem degradation can further undermine the feasibility of both mitigation and adaptation, making biodiversity considerations central rather than peripheral to climate policy (Nathalie Seddon, University of Oxford)2. This emphasis was reinforced by initiatives advanced by the Brazilian presidency, such as the Tropical Forests Forever Facility, aimed at mobilizing long-term finance for tropical forest conservation within broader climate action efforts3. Together, these discussions reflect a growing recognition within climate governance that pressures on ecosystems are closely linked to climate outcomes. This policy recognition aligns with Earth-system assessments showing that land-use change, deforestation, and ecosystem degradation can amplify climate change through carbon-cycle and hydrological feedbacks4. Nevertheless, despite the insight that ecosystem degradation directly and indirectly affects...

Ecological boundaries must be incorporated in the post-COP30 climate regime
->Nature | More on "Biodiversity climate policy post-COP30" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological #Climate

Ecological and economic outcomes of area-based conservation and sustainable fisheries management in the Mediterranean Sea - Reviews in Fish Biology and Fisheries Intergovernmental targets are reinforcing the need for more sustainable fisheries and more effective marine conservation. It is now urgent to understand how area-based conservation and sustainable fis...

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#Ecological and #economic outcomes of area-based #conservation and sustainable #fisheries management in the #Mediterranean Sea.

📰 The article in #OpenAccess: doi.org/10.1007/s111...

Why corporate nature restoration efforts might be neglecting ecological outcomes Experts estimate that over half of the world’s GDP (around $44tn) is moderately or highly dependent on nature. This makes action a business imperative. As biodiversity declines – with around one million species at risk of extinction within decades due to human activities – the stability of supply chains, availability of raw materials, and resilience of local economies are all threatened. Efforts to date have seen corporates focus on restoration projections. Back in 2024, the number of FTSE100 firms involved in tree-planting initiatives tipped over the 50% mark. Between 2012 and 2022, businesses invested more than $36bn into carbon credit projects, and more than 80% of funding allocation since 2020 has been geared towards nature restoration projects, such as tree planting. Given the uptake of businesses involved in initiatives such as the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and Science Based Targets for Nature (SBTN), critical funding for nature is only likely to increase. This is undoubtedly a positive trend, but a new open letter published today in Plants, People, Planet warns of some unintended consequences of the current approach to corporate restoration initiatives. The peer-reviewed letter, signed by 258 conservation and restoration experts from across six continents, states that...

Why corporate nature restoration efforts might be neglecting ecological outcomes
->edie | More on "Corporate nature restoration ecological outcomes" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological #Nature #Restoration

Human and Ecological Disaster in the Arab World The ecological destruction and the poisoning of the population continue with the attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, as well as with Iranian attacks on the Gulf states. By Klaus Moegling The Current Situation The Iranian mullah regime is hostile toward its own people and obsessed with the idea of destroying Israel as a state. Yet negotiations were underway that were aimed at defusing the nuclear and missile programs. Despite this negotiated solution, which was considered both possible and realistic, an attack was launched on February 28, 2026. Once again, a U.S. administration is destabilizing the Middle East. The Israeli government—which in parts is far-right extremist—stands by its side. Both states are causing immeasurable suffering and exacerbating the situation of the already oppressed people in Iran. The military escalation between Israel and Iran, as well as Iran’s militant allies—Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis—is dragging the Middle East into yet another human and ecological catastrophe. The Iranian regime, prepared for and organized to counter Israeli and U.S. attacks, launches counterattacks against the infrastructure of more than a dozen oil-producing nations. Oil refineries and oil fields go up in flames, polluting the air, causing acid rain, and poisoning the groundwater...

Human and Ecological Disaster in the Arab World
->Pressenza | More on "Middle East war ecological disaster" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological

We're delighted to be working with Moorland Guides to support a not for profit #retreat in a beautiful setting for those who are involved in #ecological #activism, either directly or through their creative work.

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Ahh @thameswater.bsky.social do you remember when our waterways were this clear? Such happy times. #Ecological destroyers.

Strange chain of events leads to important ecological discovery of native bats - RNZ It's a conservation story unlike any other. How did a high-profile crime that had the nation's farmers up in arms and a visit to an out-of-the-way rubbish dump lead to the discovery of critically endangered native bats in a Northland forest? The tale begins late one night in 2002, when Kawakawa farmer Paul McIntyre disturbed three men trying to steal a quad bike from his shed. As the would-be thieves sped away, McIntyre fired a shot at their ute - he said he was aiming for the tyres - but hit Sam Hati in the neck instead, leaving him critically injured. The two other offenders fled, leaving their injured cousin behind. Among the police officers who responded that night was Senior Constable Wayne Mills, then the officer in charge at Paihia station. Mills was guarding a cordon on Oromahoe Road, a winding, unsealed road that runs through the middle of Ōpua Forest. "I was on the roadside in the forest and I was standing outside my car, and that's when I heard some noises, which were unusual," he said. "I couldn't describe them now, but as I looked around, I could see these very small things darting around the trees."...

Strange chain of events leads to important ecological discovery of native bats - RNZ
->RNZ News | More on "Native bat discovery Northland forest" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological

Adrift Russia tanker risks Mediterranean ecological disaster - DW News Until the evening of March 2, the exact position of the Russian gas tanker Arctic Metagaz was known — it was located east of the European island state of Malta. But a few hours later, the ship's tracking system stopped working. According to the Russian Transport Ministry, the tanker was attacked by Ukrainian drones launched from the Libyan coast. Footage showed that the ship was ablaze and there was a large gash in its side. The ministry said the 30 crew members had been evacuated. This week, Italian authorities reported that the unmanned tanker was drifting toward the Libyan coast, risking environmental disaster. According to a spokeswoman for the Russian Foreign Ministry, the vessel, which has sustained considerable damage, is carrying 450 tons of heavy fuel and 250 tons of diesel, as well as "significant amounts of gas." Explosions have been heard on board, she said, gas is leaking and there are visible fires. 'Essential to bring the ship under control' For Natalia Gozak, from the nongovernmental organization Greenpeace, time is of the essence. "It is absolutely essential to bring the ship under control, pump it out and sink it in a controlled manner," she told DW. "If the oil...

Adrift Russia tanker risks Mediterranean ecological disaster - DW News
->Deutsche Welle | More on "Russian tanker Mediterranean oil spill" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological #RussiaUkraineWar

Andhra's Vizag-Bhimili coastal corridor proposal draws backlash over ecological impact The CRZ-III areas between Visakhapatnam and Bhimili comprise undisturbed coastal stretches, including sand dunes, wetlands and open coastal commons. If these areas are reclassified as CRZ-II, it would mean opening them up for construction and commercial activity. Synopsis: The Andhra Pradesh government’s plan to transform the Visakhapatnam–Bhimili coastline into a tourism and urban hub by easing CRZ-III regulations has drawn criticism. While the government and officials point to investment commitments and economic potential, critics say altering protected coastal areas could harm fragile ecosystems and increase vulnerability to hazards. Others have also questioned the project’s economic viability, citing infrastructure gaps and potential financial risks. The Andhra Pradesh government’s grand vision to transform the Visakhapatnam–Bhimili coastline into a glittering tourism and economic hub is fast turning into a battleground of competing narratives. On one side is an ambitious blueprint. On the other, a rising tide of criticism. Between the two lies a fragile coastline that could either become a global showpiece or a lesson to be learnt. At the core of the controversy is the government’s intent to reclassify large stretches of land from Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) III to CRZ-II. It may sound technical, but in simple terms, it is the...

Andhra's Vizag-Bhimili coastal corridor proposal draws backlash over ecological impact
->The South First | More on "Vizag coastal development ecological backlash" at BigEarthData.ai | #Coastal #Ecological #Ocean

Adrift Russia tanker risks Mediterranean ecological disaster Until the evening of March 2, the exact position of the Russian gas tanker Arctic Metagaz was known — it was located east of the European island state of Malta. But a few hours later, the ship's tracking system stopped working. According to the Russian Transport Ministry, the tanker was attacked by Ukrainian drones launched from the Libyan coast. Footage showed that the ship was ablaze and there was a large gash in its side. The ministry said the 30 crew members had been evacuated. This week, Italian authorities reported that the unmanned tanker was drifting toward the Libyan coast, risking environmental disaster. According to a spokeswoman for the Russian Foreign Ministry, the vessel, which has sustained considerable damage, is carrying 450 tons of heavy fuel and 250 tons of diesel, as well as "significant amounts of gas." Explosions have been heard on board, she said, gas is leaking and there are visible fires. 'Essential to bring the ship under control' For Natalia Gozak, from the nongovernmental organization Greenpeace, time is of the essence. "It is absolutely essential to bring the ship under control, pump it out and sink it in a controlled manner," she told DW. "If the oil...

Adrift Russia tanker risks Mediterranean ecological disaster
->Deutsche Welle | More on "Russian tanker Mediterranean oil spill" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological #RussiaUkraineWar

Forests basis of life, key to ecological balance: Yogi Adityanath Lucknow(UP), Mar 21 (PTI) Stressing the importance of environmental conservation, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that forests are the basis of life and a vital dimension of nature’s balance. Inaugurating the ‘Aranya Samagam’, a national dialogue on the theme ‘Forests and Economies’ at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan on the occasion of International Day of Forests, Adityanath said global warming and cooling trends present a new challenge to humanity. “Our Vedic tradition equates one tree with the value of 10 sons. Nature has placed the highest importance on trees. If there are forests, there is water; if there is water and forests, there is air; and if there is air, there is life,” Adityanath said. Emphasising the importance of trees, he said forests serve as the very foundation of life and a crucial dimension of nature’s balance, noting that this year’s theme highlights how forest conservation can drive economic development and human welfare. Modern environmental challenges are a direct consequence of tampering with nature, he said. The chief minister also referred to the Vedic tradition of “Earth is our mother”, and emphasised that every citizen has a responsibility to protect and conserve the planet. “We must reflect...

Forests basis of life, key to ecological balance: Yogi Adityanath
->ThePrint | More on "Forests ecology balance Yogi speech" at BigEarthData.ai | #Ecological #Forest

A 12S rDNA barcode reference library for Neotropical electric fishes (Teleostei, Gymnotiformes) DNA barcodes are instrumental for identifying species from tissues and environmental samples. Metabarcoding-based assessments of biodiversity depend on taxonomically accurate barcode sequence librarie...

Check out this 12S #rDNA barcode reference library for 152 species of Neotropical electric fishes (Gymnotiformes) - a new #resource for understanding their distributions and dynamics, and a timely one given the #ecological #pressures facing #Neotropical ecosystems 👇

doi.org/10.3897/mbmg...