I am a keen naturalist with a BSc in Environmental Science. I blog about a wide variety of topics, including my interest areas of biodiversity and conservation.
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Biological invasions of non-native species can create serious problems. Millions of pounds have been spent on the removal of species such as Rhododendron ponticum, Himalayan balsam and signal crayfish just in the UK.
You have decided you want a career in conservation, but how should you go about achieving it? Getting a career in conservation isn’t always easy, but there are a few things you can do to help you get a head start.
The snow leopard resides in the mountains of Central Asia, including those in the Tibetan Plateau. It is endangered and also a keystone species so its loss could have a big impact on the surrounding ecosystem.
Researchers discovered that two solitary bee species in Canada are using polyurethane and polyethelene-based plastics in the formation and closing of their brood cells.
Most extinctions in the past have been due to natural causes, but now we live on a planet which is increasingly shaped by the actions of man.
Luckily there are no shortage in options of how you can get involved. Joining a local conservation group is a great way to meet like minded people and take an active role in managing species’ habitat.
Whilst jail sentences and fines do already exist to discourage illegal activity, it is hoped this working group will help better enforce law at an international level.