Restoring Rat-Free Islands Could Boost Seabird Populations And Coral Reef Health Posted on July 16, 2024 A new study by an international team of marine scientists, led by researchers at Lancaster University, has found that removing invasive rats and restoring native vegetation on remote tropical islands could lead to a significant increase in seabird populations. The research also revealed that there are sufficient fish populations in the surrounding seas to support … Read More from Restoring Rat-Free Islands Could Boost Seabird Populations And Coral Reef Health
Plague confirmed in South Dakota Posted on July 16, 2024 Testing from a northwest South Dakota prairie dog confirms plague as the cause of a late May prairie dog die off, according to the National Park Service and the U.S. Forest Service. At stake is the largest free-ranging black-footed ferret population in the world. “We are concerned about the impacts to the black-footed ferret population … Read More from Plague confirmed in South Dakota
Ecologists help restore seabird population on tiny island once plagued by rats: ‘It’s a wonderful success’ Posted on July 16, 2024 Several seabird species are once again thriving on a small island near Madagascar, thanks to the eradication of invasive rodents. Hakai Magazine reported on the comeback story of seabirds on Tromelin Island, which was once plagued by rodents that had likely made their way there via a French ship carrying people kidnapped by the slave trade. These rats … Read More from Ecologists help restore seabird population on tiny island once plagued by rats: ‘It’s a wonderful success’
