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Migratory birds are carrying invasive ticks that may spread diseases globally
Migratory birds are carrying invasive ticks that may spread diseases globallyScience

Migratory birds are carrying invasive ticks that may spread diseases globally

Ticks are crossing borders on the wings of migratory birds, potentially carrying pathogens into new regions. Rising global temperatures linked to the climate crisis are…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreNovember 18, 2024 Full article
Invasive jellyfish clones spreading rapidly in British Columbia lakes
Invasive jellyfish clones spreading rapidly in British Columbia lakesScience

Invasive jellyfish clones spreading rapidly in British Columbia lakes

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) has uncovered the rapid proliferation of an invasive freshwater jellyfish species in…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreSeptember 4, 2024 Full article
Survey reveals gaps in understanding of biodiversity loss among environmental students worldwide
Survey reveals gaps in understanding of biodiversity loss among environmental students worldwide

Survey reveals gaps in understanding of biodiversity loss among environmental students worldwide

A global survey conducted by Goethe University Frankfurt has uncovered concerning knowledge gaps among students of environment-related subjects about the causes of biodiversity loss. The…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreSeptember 2, 2024 Full article
Invasive species threaten Antarctica via ocean debris
Invasive species threaten Antarctica via ocean debrisScience

Invasive species threaten Antarctica via ocean debris

New research highlights the vulnerability of Antarctica's unique ecosystems to invasive species arriving on floating debris from Southern Hemisphere landmasses. This finding challenges previous assumptions…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreAugust 22, 2024 Full article