(par 7.3 ) Amphibian population decline (from Wikipedia)
Amphibian population decline http://www.waterencyclopedia.com/A-Bi/Amphibian-Population-Declines.html An unparalleled diminishment in populations is occurring worldwide in many species of amphibians (frogs, toads, and salamanders). Although there are various causes for declining amphibian populations, the most obvious is habitat destruction. However, introduced exotic species, pathogens , pollution, and global environmental changes all contribute. Moreover, various factors can act together to produce adverse effects […]
(par 7.2.2.2) From foe to friend – How carnevours could help farmers
From foe to friend: how carnivores could help farmers https://theconversation.com/from-foe-to-friend-how-carnivores-could-help-farmers-92190#:~:text=If%20education%20campaigns%20could%20convince,avoiding%20unnecessary%20killings%20and%20costs Sam Williams Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Zoology, University of Venda, and Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Anthropology, Durham University Lourens Swanepoel Associate lecturer, University of Venda Steven Belmain Professor of Ecology, Natural Resources Institute, University of Greenwich Across the globe, […]
(par 7.2.2.2) Conservation’s Mariana Trench – Report on wildlife trade a seminal moment in South Africa’s history
Conservation’s Mariana Trench: Report on wildlife trade a seminal moment in South Africa’s history https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2021-05-06-conservations-mariana-trench-report-on-wildlife-trade-a-seminal-moment-in-south-africas-history/ By Peter Borchert For those familiar with the conservation landscape in southern Africa, the significance of Barbara Creecy’s announcement needs little explanation. But for those who aren’t, suffice it to say there are two main wildlife issues around which almost everything […]