karol orzechowski, Author at Faunalytics

Oct 2 2015 | karol orzechowski

Ship Noise is a Stressor For Right Whales

Using baseline data from post-9/11 studies about reduced ship activity, researchers show that ship noise stresses right whales. READ MORE

Oct 1 2015 | karol orzechowski

Veg Diets Greatly Reduce Water Use

A study of the environmental impact of veg vs. non-veg diets shows that veg diets use significantly less water READ MORE

Sep 30 2015 | karol orzechowski

Thinking of Poaching as a Poverty Problem and Beyond

Research has established a link between poverty and illegal hunting, but this study tries to get a deeper understanding of the social dynamics of poaching. READ MORE

Sep 29 2015 | karol orzechowski

Traditional Use, Tourism, and Conservation

Most local, culturally important species are threatened by traditional use practices, but they are more likely to be protected if they are involved in local tourism. READ MORE

Sep 28 2015 | karol orzechowski

The Future of Research on Human-Animal Interactions

Scientists are looking to expand the field of research into human-animal interactions, including standardizing data and gathering national results. READ MORE

Sep 27 2015 | karol orzechowski

Pit bulls and The Power of Shelter Workers in Identifying Dog Breeds

Shelter workers located in areas with breed specific legislation (BSL) can play a major role in the survival and adoption of pit bull type dogs. READ MORE

Sep 26 2015 | karol orzechowski

Zoos May Reinforce Conservation Mindedness, But Not Create It

Zoos do not create conservation-mindedness from thin air and visitors who don't already appreciate nature may not be positively impacted by what they see. READ MORE

Sep 25 2015 | karol orzechowski

Shifting The Protein Focus: Current and Future Trends in Food Service

This study examined consumer demand for animal and vegetable proteins, and explored the role that food service could play in reducing the consumption of animal based foods. READ MORE