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Almost hard to believe, however, based on the impact Avian influenza had on geese in 2022-2023 it’s no doubt Mother Nature will rebound in ways that will have to reset the methods of mitigating environmental bird management. We are looking forward to working on the challenges Mother Nature sends us. #goosecontrol #gullcontrol #municipalgoosecontrol #waterfowlmanagement #canadagoosemanagement

How can we as individuals play an active role in making a difference for wildlife? In the final part of blog series with wildlife conservationist and author, Simon Mustoe, he answers that the most important thing to do is "be happy and don’t despair". We could't agree more! That's why we love what we do at Wild Tomorrow. Seeing new life like this baby giraffe born on land that formerly degraded pineapple fields is both hopeful and beautiful. But you don't have to be in South Africa at our reserve to appreciate nature. As Simon writes, "spend a lot of time in nature, and learn about your local wildlife. Discover ways that nature restores itself and use this as motivation to make change. I visited coral reefs destroyed by Cyclone Winston in 2016. I could have despaired at the loss but after 7 years, the recovery is incredible. In some cases, the abundance and diversity of wildlife is even greater during that recovery. Remember, there is still much in the world to marvel at and enjoy. Let’s make restoring wildlife populations our society’s single aim and we can help rebuild a world rich in colorful and diverse wildlife." Read more on our latest blog here: https://ow.ly/iyuK50Q2kBH Our work at Wild Tomorrow is living proof that we can restore and rewild our planet, thanks to the compounding support and actions of many passionate individuals. We thank you! @simon-mustoe @wildlife-in-the-balance #protect #restore #rewild #nature #regeneration #habitatconservation #conservation #wildife #lovenature #wildtomorrow

There’s nothing quite like spotting an elusive Blanding’s Turtle in the wilderness when out and about in the Kawarthas. This beautiful turtle is easily recognizable by its brilliant yellow neck and dome-like shell. Two of the main threats to Blanding’s Turtles, which are listed as a Threatened species in Ontario, are habitat fragmentation and car strikes. Kawartha Land Trust is working with supporters like you to conserve more natural lands and protect vital wildlife corridors. For species like the Blanding’s Turtle, whose existence hinges on the ability to traverse considerable distances for nesting and finding overwintering sites, these corridors are necessary to their continued survival. How can you help Blanding’s Turtles and other turtles in the Kawarthas? 🌱You can help conserve nature in the Kawarthas by donating to Kawartha Land Trust to protect more natural lands in the Kawarthas and create wildlife corridors on a fragmented landscape. https://lnkd.in/emnPktxc 🐢If you see a turtle that’s been injured, you can learn how to help the turtle by reading this article by the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre: https://lnkd.in/ex9sj7Xt 🗺️You can contribute to citizen science by reporting turtle sightings on iNaturalist. You can learn how to use the app by watching KLT’s webinar about the app led by Warren Dunlop: https://lnkd.in/eKr5UgMP 📸Isabelle Summers

There are seven species of sea turtles found in our oceans. Unfortunately, nearly all of these species are currently classified as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered. Born on sandy beaches at night, hatchling sea turtles instinctively head towards the brighter ocean horizon for survival. However, artificial lights from nearby developments can disorient them, leading them toward danger instead of the safety of the ocean. In Florida, this misdirection results in the loss of millions of hatchlings each year. In 2013, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission hired DarkSky to identify coastal lighting that could threaten the nesting habitats of endangered sea turtles. After spending weeks in the field, our experts developed a series of recommendations for turtle-friendly lighting that were put into place to protect future generations of turtles. As we observe Endangered Species Day, let's commit to supporting and expanding these initiatives. By focusing on responsible lighting practices, we can help ensure that sea turtles continue to thrive in their natural habitats. Visit https://bit.ly/4bDgAxI to read more about sea turtle conservation. #DarkSky #DarkSkyInternational #LightPollution #DarkSkyROLAN #DiscoverTheNight #WildlifeAtNight #NocturnalAnimals #SeaTurtles #SeaTurtleConservation #EndangeredSpeciesDay

#wolverines #threatened #endangeredspecies #anthropocentrism #life #love #stewardship #reverenceforlife #loveofJesus My dear friends in a reverence for life, those of you fortunate enough to have made the acquaintance of Camus’s The Myth of Sisyphus will recall the moral of the story, or at least as I interpret it: While life is absurd (i.e., limned by eternally rolling a rock up an incline only to see it forever fall back to its original position), some satisfaction may be taken in and happiness derived from the act itself, no matter the ambient futility. This state of affairs is an apt analogy for our seemingly quixotic efforts to promulgate a reverence for life as our prime, motivating human ethos.  Just when a breakthrough is in sight, hubristic anthropocentrism emerges at the top of our hill, necessitating one more climb. Our shared article today literally brings us down to earth again. On its face it appears to portend glad tidings; namely, a US bureaucracy has listened the wolverine as a threatened species, due entirely of course to the usual injurious human behavior, viz. “ Major highways have been getting in the way of adequate female dispersal, which appears to be impacting genetic diversity....climate change is threatening that, with projected spring snow loss through the end of the century found to be more significant. Humans are impacting the species’ survival, as well, through development and impacts to food availability in wolverines’ habitat, trapping in southern Canada, and backcountry winter recreation.” Sadly, the commitment to wolverine survival and flourishing is tempered, per custom, by our tradition of placing ourselves first. Examples—first from CNN-- “Separately, the US Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking public comments on an interim rule that would make exemptions for cases where humans may accidentally harm the species through lawful trapping, research-related activities or forest management activities to reduce wildfire risk.” Second from the wording utilized to bring the governing laws into existence initially: “When Congress passed the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in 1973, it recognized that our rich natural heritage is of “esthetic, ecological, educational, recreational, and scientific value to our Nation and its people.” My dear friends, let us not mince words and get to the crux of the matter. A reverence for life calls upon members of our species to protect, assist, and enhance life, all life, everywhere, all the time. No half measures. No exceptions. No exclusions. All life. We are called to be stewards of God’s creation, to love our neighbors as ourselves and to deem every fellow denizen of earth to be our neighbor. For our behavior truly to have meaning, even in an absurd milieu, our impetus must begin and end with life itself. That is bestowing the love of Jesus unconditionally, universally. That is the hill we must ascend, again and again if need be. That is a reverence for life!    

Explore the power of environmental education with this news piece from April 2023. By teaching youth about wildlife, allowing them to experience wildlife encounters, we can instill them with empathy. Empathy is one ingredient needed to promote wildlife conservation…even in communities that fear human-wildlife conflicts.

Citizen scientists at #Florida #BlueSpringsStatePark reported a new record this year: nearly 1,000 #manatees gathered near the spring’s warm waters, surpassing the previous record of 736 on January 1 of this year! Scientists at the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission report that although this trend is encouraging, it may not entirely reflect the widespread trajectory of this species. Extensive declines of #seagrass ecosystems have continued throughout Florida, impacting food availability for manatees and other aquatic herbivores. Death rates have climbed during the past two years, and this year’s huddle illustrates a local #conservationsuccess story against a backdrop of uncertainty. The conservation status of the manatee remains under debate as scientists and citizens monitor the population’s numbers throughout the state. Restoring and protecting Florida’s springs and seagrass ecosystems, which provide the vital service of natural #carbonsequestration, can lay the groundwork for manatees to continue swimming in Florida’s waters for decades to come. https://ow.ly/wOtQ50QzJRm

Thanks to support from bird lovers like you, American Bird Conservancy experts work day in and day out to ensure that birds can continue to use the habitats they depend on. That includes: 🐦 Preventing extinctions of the most endangered bird species, such as the Critically Endangered Gray-bellied Comet and Antioquia Brushfinch, by continuing to expand our network of more than 100 bird reserves throughout the Americas. 🌳 Reversing bird population declines by helping to reforest critical landscapes for birds, improving conditions for migratory and resident birds of conservation concern such as Golden-winged Warbler and Chestnut-collared Longspur. ⚖️ Reducing human-caused threats to birds within their habitats, such as toxic pesticides and collisions with glass, and advocating for strong laws in the U.S. to protect birds. 🌍 Building the bird conservation movement by helping bird groups and partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere expand their bird conservation efforts. ABC is determined to conserve wild birds, but we cannot do it without YOU in our flock. Your generous gift of any amount today will help ensure we all can continue to enjoy the wonder and beauty of birds, tomorrow and for generations to come. Please give today! 🎁 https://bit.ly/3TZ1ZaH #SupportBirdHabitats #YearEndGiving #ProtectBirds #HabitatConservation #SaveWildBirds #BirdConservation #GiveForNature #HabitatIsHome #WildlifeConservation #ABCBirds

Wildlife Corridors: Pathways to Preservation and Biodiversity 🌿 Wildlife corridors are nature's highways, allowing animals to move freely across landscapes, preventing habitat fragmentation, and promoting genetic diversity. These essential pathways are vital for the survival and prosperity of various species, providing them with access to food, water, and breeding grounds🌳🐘 Wildlife corridors offer numerous benefits. They increase #geneticdiversity by enabling animals to travel between isolated populations, which reduces the risk of inbreeding. These corridors also assist species in adapting to #climatechange by offering routes to more suitable habitats. Additionally, they minimize human-wildlife conflicts by providing safe passages away from human settlements, resulting in fewer encounters and incidents. Christmas Island has played a crucial role in creating key wildlife corridors worldwide. Their initiatives include the #Yellowstone to Yukon (Y2Y) corridor, the #AmazonBasin corridor, which ensures the survival of numerous species in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, and the Albertine Rift corridor, which protects the habitats of #endangered mountain gorillas🌲🐻 Supporting #wildlifecorridors is vital for preserving our planet's #wildlife. 🐾 Donate to conservation groups, join habitat restoration projects, spread awareness, and advocate for protective policies. Let's ensure our majestic creatures can roam freely and thrive for generations! 💚 #biodiversity #wildlife #wildlifeconservation #nature #protectWildlife #sustainability #greenFuture #biodiversityconservation #esg #esgbites

Today is one of the biggest dates in the conservation calendar: World Wildlife Day. This official United Nations day is to celebrate wild animals and plants, recognizing the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet. The #WWD2024 theme this year is ‘Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation’. Our partner, WeForest 🌿, uses camera traps as part of their monitoring and evaluation practices to track the impact of their restoration efforts on wildlife. The images captured by these camera traps, as well as audio recordings, allow them to monitor the presence of animals in the restored forests. This data is then used to inform their methodologies to boost biodiversity impacts long-term. Here we can see the elusive caracal cat pictured in Desa’a, Ethiopia, symbolizing the rich biodiversity nurtured by restoration efforts. Learn more about how GAIA Insights supports WeForest to restore the Atlantic Forest and bring back wildlife in Brazil: https://lnkd.in/dNx5cA5j #gaiainsights #leadershipdevelopment #WorldWildlifeDay #ConnectingPeopleAndPlanet #generationrestoration #protecttheenvironment #environmentalprotection #saveforests #natureconservation #earthlovers