Ecology
Beavers cut flooding and pollution and boost wildl..
Beavers have alleviated flooding, reduced pollution and boosted populations of fish, amphibians and other wildlife, according to a five-year study of wild-living animals in Devon.
The report, which will help the government decide whether to allow wild beavers to return… read more
Even after death, animals are important in ecosyst..
Unlike deadwood, the sight of carcasses in nature is hardly accepted. A shame, the researchers think.
Animal carcasses play an important role in biodiversity and the functioning of ecosystems, also over prolonged periods. Scientists from the German Centre for Integrative… read more
Tiny Woodlands Are More Important Than Previously ..
Small woodlands in farmland have more benefits for humans per area, compared to large forests, according to a new study. The small woodlands, sometimes even smaller than a football field, can easily go unnoticed in agricultural landscapes. Yet, these small… read more
Climate change and biodiversity 1
We hear much talking about climate change – and we experience changes in our local weather, probably resulting from the global changes. The other actual and global problem, loss of biodiversity, gets less attention, but may be more severe in… read more
Small groves: important oases for pollinators
Pollinators are nowadays an ‘hot topic’. Pollinating agricultural crops makes them important economical players, contributing in our food supply. And many pollinators like bees, butterflies and hoverflies are very visible and attractive for nature lovers. Many of these species are… read more
