Can Offshore Wind Farms Benefit an Underwater Ecosystem?
Study in Denmark has shown that offshore wind farms have increased the richness and diversity of certain fish in that area.
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Manatees Succumb to Red Tide Mystery
The appearance of red tides is a natural occurrence in south-west Florida, but sometimes last for just a few weeks. This year, the red tide has lingered for longer than usual and has settled in an area frequented by the manatees, accounting for the high number of deaths.
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R is for Rhododendron Leafhoppers
In the south-east of England at least, rhododendron leafhoppers are now pretty common, having first arrived in the 1930s. Since becoming aware of their existence, I’ve not failed to find them in any rhododendron-rich area I’ve searched.
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Sawfish Facing Extinction
Sawfish are amongst the most threatened family of marine fishes. Overfishing and habitat destruction have resulted in many species disappearing from the coastlines of 46 countries. International conservation efforts and adequate fishing protections are required to prevent their complete extinction.
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Rare Australian Bee Discovery
A bee in Australia has been discovered, after no sightings had been made of it for 100 years. However, it is extremely rare due to habitat loss and fragmentation, wildfires and climate change. It is also favours just one specific vegetation type, and with little known of its biology, time is running out to protect this native species.
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Counting Elephants...From Space
A new surveying technique involving the use of satellite cameras has been used to count elephants. Automatic detection allows for vast areas to be surveyed much quicker, offering an alternative to human observers counting from low-flying planes.
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