Why the world needs to ensure wild species are used sustainably: Woman selling baobab fibre mats in Zimbabwe. Rachel WynbergThe COVID-19 pandemic has led to a worldwide crisis of food insecurity and unemployment. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warns of rising hunger and poverty. Commentators, particularly from the global North, have raised concerns about the … [Read more...] about Why the world needs to ensure wild species are used sustainably | The Conversation
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How an underwater photo led to the discovery of a tiny new seahorse species | The Conversation
How an underwater photo led to the discovery of a tiny new seahorse species: A juvenile Hippocampus nalu Richard SmithBefore you read this article, pause for a moment and look at the nail on your little finger. That’s about the size of a new species of seahorse discovered in the waters of Sodwana Bay, South Africa, which falls within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a World … [Read more...] about How an underwater photo led to the discovery of a tiny new seahorse species | The Conversation
South Africa, Limpopo, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
South Africa, Limpopo, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre Image by FyreMael This Limpopo South Africa image was automatically curated and published with WP Robot plugin - CLICK HERE to learn more about WP Robot for Wordpress - a massive time and money saver. Visit the MyPE YouTube Channel. … [Read more...] about South Africa, Limpopo, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
Herpetologist will share snakebite research on Durban’s most venomous species
Herpetologist will share snakebite research on Durban’s most venomous species: Cormac Price Photo: Cormac Price The World Health Organisation (WHO) has categorised snakebite and human snake conflict as an unrecognised global epidemic. One Durban-based herpetologist, Cormac Price, is researching the behaviour of urban snakes and the interaction with humans in an effort to … [Read more...] about Herpetologist will share snakebite research on Durban’s most venomous species
BRICS scientists could help stem the tide of invasive species | The Conversation
BRICS scientists could help stem the tide of invasive species: ShutterstockDeveloped countries are producing policies to reduce the flow of invasive species and control or eradicate existing invasions. But most developing countries are under-resourced to tackle either aspect without help. Emerging economies, such as Brazil, Russia, India, China, … [Read more...] about BRICS scientists could help stem the tide of invasive species | The Conversation
