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Nov 2 2020 | Andrea Polanco

The Difficulty Of Comparing GHG Emissions From Different Cow Farms

This report challenges the assumption that industrial farming is a practical solution to combating the climate effects of cow meat and dairy farming. READ MORE

Oct 26 2020 | Adina Nadler

The Invisible Plastic In Marine Animals

A study of 5 different species of fish sold for food found that every species tested contained traces of microplastic, with certain species more contaminated than others. READ MORE

Oct 12 2020 | Mathilde da Rui

A Life-Saving Coat Of Paint: Birds, Wind Turbines, And Visual Cues

Simply painting a blade black on a wind turbine rotor effectively alerts some bird species of the turbine's presence, helping birds avoid collisions. READ MORE

Sep 18 2020 | Siobhan Ballan

Seizing The Lockdown Moment For Wildlife Research

As we move towards an unknown future with COVID-19, lockdown measures provide an unusual opportunity to study the impact of everyday human activities on our fellow animals. READ MORE

Sep 14 2020 | Sara Streeter

How Animals Are Affected By Habitat Fragmentation

The effects of habitat fragmentation on wildlife are far from clear. Species, along with the type, cause, and speed of fragmentation all play a role. READ MORE

Sep 8 2020 | Thea Pedroza

Cats, Native Species, And Impact Mitigation

The European Union Nature Directives oblige member states to protect biodiversity, but the impact of domestic cats has been a grey area. READ MORE

Aug 31 2020 | Lukas Jasiunas

Habitat For Mammals Projected To Shrink Globally

By 2050, mammal habitats are projected to shrink in all regions of the world, with the most significant decreases happening in Africa and South America. READ MORE

Jul 13 2020 | Faunalytics

Discrimination Against ‘Invasive’ Species: An Ethical Exploration

In this study, the authors use the story of the green iguana to explore and critique the concept of an invasive species, drawing on an analysis of discrimination to make their case. READ MORE

Jul 10 2020 | Owen Rogers

Is Plant-Based Butter More Environmentally Friendly Than Dairy?

Consuming plants has a lower environmental impact than consuming animals. This is true even for highly-processed plant-based foods, like butter and cream replacements. READ MORE

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