Threats of the frequent forest fires
In recent years, central Europe has witnessed a worrying rise in the size and frequency of forest fires. That is
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Biodiversity
Biodiversity in Forest Ecosystems
Forests are often described as the lungs of the Earth, but they are also much more than that. They are
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Amphibians deserve our love
Amphibians frequently receive less attention than they deserve, though they are worthy of our admiration. Although frogs and toads may
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Wilderness in Sardinia
European Wilderness Society is running European Wilderness Network. And since one of our operating countries is Italy, we are investigating
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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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Importance of rewetting in peatland restoration
Peatlands, among the most efficient carbon sinks on Earth, play a critical role in regulating the global climate. However, these
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Raccoons are threats to the native amphibians and reptiles
Raccoons pose a significant threat to native fauna in Germany, particularly amphibians and reptiles. Their adaptability and lack of natural
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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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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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International Lynx Day
International Lynx Day, observed on June 11th, celebrates and raises awareness about the conservation of lynxes worldwide. These elusive wild
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WildE project is about climate and biodiversity
The wildE is EU Horizon Europe-funded project dedicated to exploring climate-smart rewilding to address the intertwined issues of climate change
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Climate change impacts forests at 1,100 meters altitude in Carinthia
Georg, a forester in Carinthia, is witnessing firsthand the effects of climate change on his forest, which sits at an
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International Day for biological diversity
International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated annually on May 22nd to raise awareness about the importance of biodiversity for
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Russian war against Ukraine´s nature. Part 1
Russian war is also happening against Ukraine endangered biodiversity of protected nature reserves. Maria Feduruk, researcher from Ukraine shares with
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AMooRe: Austrian Moor Restoration LIFE project
“AMooRe” is newly started LIFE project to implement the Austrian peatland and mires Strategy 2030+. Peatlands and mires are both types of
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Öbb goes glyphosate-free: a win for Apollo!
What is glyphosate? Glyphosate is the active ingredient used in herbicides. It is used for example in Roundup, from which
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Parnassius apollo outside of Europe
The Parnassius apollo, commonly known as the Apollo butterfly, is predominantly found in Europe, particularly in mountainous regions. In the
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Fighting Habitat Loss
Habitat loss is one of the biggest problems for many European plant and animal species. Habitat loss is the destruction
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Apply Now and Take Part in the 10th IRF World Ranger Congress
Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and protecting our natural resources? Do you work as a ranger and want to
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