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Did COVID-19 Lockdowns Improve Birdsong?

After measuring birdsongs from urban San Francisco swallows during the COVID-19 lockdowns, scientists found a marked improvement in song quality. READ MORE

Preventing Pelican Injuries From Angler Gear

Pier fishing poses a threat to Brown Pelicans, but the key risk factors leading to entanglement are not well understood. Researchers investigate and discover potential associations. READ MORE

Public Perception About Wolf Reintroduction In Colorado

A wolf reintroduction ballot initiative in Colorado passed with just 51% support, despite higher levels of support shown in pre-election surveys. This study explores why public perception changed. READ MORE

Using Threat Maps To Inform Conservation Efforts

In this study, researchers dive into the literature on wild species “threat maps” to support conservation efforts, and reveal where more knowledge is needed. READ MORE

How Urban Wild Animals Reacted To COVID-19

The COVID-19 lockdowns created an unprecedented situation for humans to observe the behavior of wild animals in deserted urban areas. READ MORE

Managing Rat Populations With Birth Control

Rat poisons cause slow and painful deaths. Chemicals that reduce fertility in rats may decrease populations without causing suffering. READ MORE

Media Bias And “Invasive” Species

The management of non-native animals often exists in complex social and political contexts. This case study from Madrid explores the role that journalists play in framing public opinions. READ MORE

The Mental Endurance Of Bumblebees

Bumblebees are willing to endure pain for a reward – but only when it’s worth it. This suggests a capacity to feel pain, similar to mammals. READ MORE

Wildfires And Animal Protection: Towards Better Interve...

Wildfires are traumatic for animals. This blog explores how wild animals cope with the physical and psychological stress of wildfires and suggests how advocates can help. READ MORE

Did COVID-19 Lockdowns Improve Birdsong?

Preventing Pelican Injuries From Angler Gear

Public Perception About Wolf Reintroduction In Colorado

Using Threat Maps To Inform Conservation Efforts

How Urban Wild Animals Reacted To COVID-19

Managing Rat Populations With Birth Control

Media Bias And “Invasive” Species

The Mental Endurance Of Bumblebees

Wildfires And Animal Protection: Towards Better Interve...

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Did COVID-19 Lockdowns Improve Birdsong?

Preventing Pelican Injuries From Angler Gear

Public Perception About Wolf Reintroduction In Colorado

Using Threat Maps To Inform Conservation Efforts

How Urban Wild Animals Reacted To COVID-19

Managing Rat Populations With Birth Control

Media Bias And “Invasive” Species

The Mental Endurance Of Bumblebees

Wildfires And Animal Protection: Towards Better Interve...

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