Abalone poaching: lifting the lid on why, how and who: The value of abalone increased as it moves from traffickers and later to overseas wholesalers. ShutterstockWildlife poaching has long been a subject of interest in academia. Research by biologists, zoologists and environmental scientists mostly focused on the impact of these crimes on wildlife populations and their habitat. … [Read more...] about Abalone poaching: lifting the lid on why, how and who | The Conversation
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Lifting the lid on how frogs find their way to foreign lands | The Conversation
Lifting the lid on how frogs find their way to foreign lands: Bernard DUPONT/FlickrThis article is the fourth in a series. The Conversation Africa is running on invasive species. A bunch of bananas seems like an unlikely mode of transport for frogs to invade the world. But it’s not far-fetched. In South Africa bananas are moved extensively around … [Read more...] about Lifting the lid on how frogs find their way to foreign lands | The Conversation
SA News: Joe Schmidt admits lifting Ireland spirits will be tough
Joe Schmidt admits lifting Ireland spirits will be tough: Ireland coach Joe Schmidt admitted he has a big job on his hands to lift his troops for next week's Test series decider against South Africa in Port Elizabeth. The New Zealander watched his side surrender a 16-point half-time lead to lose 32-26 at Ellis ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews South Africa in narrow … [Read more...] about SA News: Joe Schmidt admits lifting Ireland spirits will be tough