LIFE Apollo2020 Partner Meeting & Monitoring Visit in Saalfelden, Austria
EWS is a partner of LIFE Apollo2020, dedicated to the conservation of the Apollo butterfly in Austria, Poland, and Czechia.
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Migratory History and Ecology of the Apollo butterfly
This article is the first in a two-part, scientifically-based series on Parnassius apollo by Maureen Nieuwschepen Origin and migratory history
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Pollination: Meaning, Importance and How It Works
Pollination is a critical biological process involving the transfer of pollen grains from the male part (anther) of a flower
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Nocturnal Animals: The Secret Lives of Nighttime Creatures
As the sun sets and darkness covers the earth, a hidden world comes alive. This is the realm of nocturnal
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World Ranger Day
World Ranger Day is celebrated annually on July 31st to honour and appreciate the dedication of rangers worldwide. World Ranger
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The History of Agriculture and Forests in Lungau
The Origins of Agriculture 10,000 years ago, in the Fertile Crescent, humans began to domesticate their environment and certain species
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World nature conservation day
World Nature Conservation Day, celebrated annually on July 28th, is a significant occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the importance
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How to read the history of agriculture in rural landscapes
Since the beginning of the industrial era and with mechanization, agricultural practices have evolved significantly. This has favored rural exodus,
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The Great Migration: Wildlife Journeys Across Continents
The phenomenon of migration is one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles. Each year, countless species embark on epic journeys across
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Wild About Wildlife Month
Every July, Wild About Wildlife Month is celebrated, a time dedicate to appreciate and protect the diversity of wildlife on
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Vertical Wetlands
Urban rivers and canals have lost their natural shorelines and shallow water zones, replaced by steep concrete, steel, or masonry
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From Maps to Photos: Unveiling the Past Landscapes
This post is written by Aurelien Rinaudo. Sometimes it is complicated to understand the history of a territory’s landscape. Yet,
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Pshav-Khevsureti national park in Georgia
Georgia has different types of national parks in different regions. They vary from wetlands and valleys to high mountains in
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My experience in the mountains as a volunteer
This post is written by Aurelien Rinaudo. My name is Aurélien, I am French, and I am currently volunteering at
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Climate change and shifting ecosystems: understanding the impact of altitudinal and latitudinal shifts
Worldwide, climate change is leading to changing weather patterns and increasing frequencies and intensity of extreme weather events, such as
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Evolution of Forests in the Alpine Valleys North of Tamsweg in Austria
This post and maps are created by Aurélien Rinaudo. 10,000 years ago, humans began to settle down gradually. With this
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Nature Restoration Law: A new dawn for European biodiversity?
Despite facing strong opposition, particularly from the European People’s Party, the European Parliament on 17th of June 2024 passed a draft legal
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The return of the bearded vulture in the Alps
This posting is written by Aurélien Rinaudo. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) is the largest bird in Europe. Recognizable by
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The LIFE Apollo2020 outdoor season has started for Austria
The snow has started to melt in the Alps, which means that the outdoor work season for the Apollo butterfly
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The impact of the otter on the fish population
This post is written by Aurelien Rinaudo. The European otter is a small aquatic mammal who lives in Europe but
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