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A century after it was first described, an international voyage has captured the first confirmed video of a colossal squid in its natural habitat.
Watch the video and read more in @theConversation:
theconversation.com/a-centur…
Today, we say farewell to @IPBES Executive Secretary Anne Larigauderie as she starts a new phase: her well-deserved retirement!
The IPBES secretariat and community thank her for her tireless service, dedication and guidance over these many years.
Thank you, Anne!
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Indigenous Peoples possess a wealth of knowledge vital to safeguarding biodiversity and thriving ecosystems 🐦🦓🐝🪺🌺
You can learn more by following the #UNPFII2025 meetings live from UNHQ, New York, on UN Web TV!
📺webtv.un.org/en#WeAreIndigenous#SomosIndígenas
👾 New report out: Insights from the first 2 years of our pilot testing image-based tools to monitor Invasive Alien Species across Europe. From plants to insects, the work continues—pilot extended to 2027 to boost early detection & response!
biodiversa.eu/2025/04/25/inv…
Indigenous Peoples have been among the world’s most effective environmental stewards.
Yet, they receive less than one per cent of international climate funding.
A new @UN report calls for reforms that will benefit these communities.
Via @UN_News_Centrenews.un.org/en/story/2025/04…
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The decisions made over the coming years will be crucial in halting and reversing #biodiversity loss.
The Integrated Biodiversity Assessment Tool (IBAT) is a ‘one-stop shop’ service for authoritative global biodiversity info.
Learn more about IBAT bit.ly/3koSkud
Congratulations to IIFBES network facilitator Joji Cariño for winning the Bruno H. Schubert Prize, awarded to individuals for their commitment to preserving biodiversity. 🌍
IIFBES is one of the self-organized networks of #IPBESStakeholders.
bruno-h-schubert-preis.org/
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📢 Great news!
The Summary for Policymakers of the @IPBES Sustainable Use of Wild Species Assessment is now available in Vietnamese!
Access it here ➡️ ipbes.net/sustainable-use-as…
Sharing key insights for informed decision-making #ForNature 🌏
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📣 Join the conversation!
Upcoming webinar explores how Indigenous Peoples' knowledge contributes to understanding biodiversity-water-food-health connections
📅May 15, 2025
✍️Register via @ONet_IPBES for "Indigenous Peoples and the #NexusAssessment":
onet.ipbes.net/index.php/nod…
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According to data from Coral Reef Watch, the worst global bleaching event on record has now hit more than 80% of the planet’s reefs, prompting scientists to warn that we are in “uncharted territory”
Read more from Graham Readfearn in the @guardiantheguardian.com/environment/…
The Nexus Assessment by @IPBES reveals a $25 trillion/year loss to the global economy from agriculture, energy, and fishing hurting biodiversity, climate, and health. Nexus thinking, as @dobura from @cordioea noted at #VillarsSummit, can help other areas too.🔗💡 #nexussolutions
Conservation efforts have increased rhino numbers in Africa, but the growing human population and the consequent #ecosystem loss require new, inclusive protection strategies.
A recent report from the @IUCNssc African Rhino Specialist Group outlines 6 strategic pillars fundamental to effective rhino #conservation.
bit.ly/4gKKaDJ
A new study by I. R. Onley, P. Cassey, & M. A. McGeoch shows that biodiversity data sharing platforms are key to managing biological invasions. Closing the "knowing-doing" gap can create better conservation outcomes. 🌍
Read the full article ⤵️
link.springer.com/article/10…
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Inner pink circle labeled "With data sharing - the knowledge network" shows:
A researcher figure in lab coat holding test tubes
A computer database icon
Two manager figures in field uniforms with clipboard and binoculars
Connecting arrows in green (Research data sharing) and blue (Management data sharing)
Outer blue arc labeled "Without data sharing - the 'knowing-doing gap'" shows:
Orange arrows pointing to a burst icon labeled "Mismatch in priorities & limited sharing"
Dashed orange arrow indicating "Informal or internal sharing"
Legend at bottom right shows three arrow types:
Green: Research data sharing
Blue: Management data sharing
Orange: Current gaps to be addressed
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The High Seas Treaty, the first legally binding pact for international waters, promotes marine conservation & fair use of resources and includes protected areas & climate impact assessments.
Why it's important: unep.org/news-and-stories/st…