Chair @iucnssc 2008-2016; Senior Advisor @arochaint; Chief Scientific Advisor @SynchEarth; Chair @IUCN_ASAP; 2020 winner @BluePlanetPrize; RT≠endorsement.
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1 Sep 2019
.@Annstua and I came to pay our respects to this extraordinary Welwitchia mirabilis yesterday. Despite our words of admiration, it kept its own counsel as it has done for the last 1500 years. It started its life during the decline of the Roman Empire, and continues to reproduce!
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3 Sep 2024
New bird🐦⬛research🚨!
So excited to share our new study in @NatureEcoEvo! In it, we examine shifts in the breeding latitude, elevation, and phenology of North American #birds in relation to #climatechange! The last paper of my @UCLAEEB postdoc with @mwtingley🥲 A🧵...
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2 Sep 2024
I’m very grateful to colleagues and scientists across the UK for co-signing our open letter—urging MPs to prioritise the #CANBill in this week’s private members’ bill ballot—which is a golden opportunity to advance this crucial, new law. @Pettorelli x.com/zerohour_uk/status/183…
2 Sep 2024
⚡️ BREAKING! ⚡️
An unprecedented 1,176 climate scientists, ecologists and medics have joined forces to call on every MP to advance the Climate & Nature Bill—now.
It’s the time for MPs to make the #CANBill a reality, but to do that, we need your help.
zerohour.uk/scientist_letter
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2 Sep 2024
⚡️ NEWS! ⚡️
1,000 scientists and medical professionals call on MPs to listen to the science—back the #CANBill—and secure a liveable future.
The time for stronger, science-led legislation to tackle the climate-nature crisis is now.
This term, this session, this Parliament. 🧵
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30 Aug 2024
Happy #InternationalWhaleSharkDay from the IUCN Species Survival Commission Shark Specialist Group!
Whale sharks are assessed as Endangered by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species @IUCNRedList Learn more about the threats they face here: iucnredlist.org/species/1948…
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30 Aug 2024
This change is long-awaited. But the badger cull will never be truly over until farmers want it over. For that, they must see bTB going down in response to other approaches. Let's take the time to gather the evidence, keep farmers on-side, and beat bTB together.
30 Aug 2024
The Government will introduce a new bovine TB eradication strategy to end the badger cull and drive down TB rates to save cattle.
By working with farmers, vets, scientists and conservationists, our new approach will tackle this devastating disease ⬇️
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30 Aug 2024
The Government will introduce a new bovine TB eradication strategy to end the badger cull and drive down TB rates to save cattle.
By working with farmers, vets, scientists and conservationists, our new approach will tackle this devastating disease ⬇️
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💚Welcome to #AntelopeMonth! 💚
Join us as we embark on #31DaysThreatened, highlighting 31 incredible, yet threatened, antelope species. Each day, we'll share insights on why these species are at risk and some of the conservation efforts underway to protect them. ⚡️
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29 Aug 2024
How disappointing.
The Erasmus Scheme provides a great opportunity for young people to study, teach and volunteer abroad.
What we need to see from ministers is real ambition to rebuild ties with our European neighbours - not shut the door on opportunities for many young people.
28 Aug 2024
The UK has snubbed the EU over rejoining the Erasmus exchange scheme.
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30 Aug 2024
Let us #PrayTogether that each of us may listen with our hearts to the cry of the Earth and of victims of environmental disasters and the climate crisis. May we make a personal commitment to care for the world we inhabit. #PrayerIntention #ClickToPray
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Tracking data can allow developers to pinpoint exactly where conservation measures are needed to protect migrating animals 🦓. Learn more about the Atlas of Ungulate Migration Sept. 4th at 16:00 CEST, Zoom link: un-org-unep.zoom.us/j/931376… Atlas designed by @InfoGraphicsLab 🦌🫎
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30 Aug 2024
Over 20 years ago, I was inspired by Gustavo Fonseca, a Brazilian professor who taught in Costa Rica. His passion for mentoring left a lasting impression. As we approach the second anniversary of his passing, his legacy lives on through the Fonseca Leadership Program.
30 Aug 2024
🧵It has been two years since the passing of Gustavo Fonseca, the GEF’s long-serving Director of Programs.
His legacy lives on through the Fonseca Leadership Program, which continues his mission to support the next generation of conservationists.🌍💚
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26 Aug 2024
My letter to @guardian responding to a false claim that rises in raptor population cause declines in other species… theguardian.com/uk-news/arti…
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13 Aug 2024
Are you the Future For Nature?
We are looking for young, passionate conservationists with unlimited dedication and willpower to protect wild species.
Apply now to win the #FFNAwards2025, €50,000, and join the growing FFN Family!
Apply here: futurefornature.org/apply/
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14 Aug 2024
My new piece has interactive maps of data from the election.
It's striking that we now have two different party systems in England. Looking at top two vote shares Labour and Lib dems rarely fight each other:
306 Con v Lab seats
84 Con v Lib Dem seats
8 Lab v Lib Dem seats
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12 Aug 2024
‘Farmers in uproar over beaver release plan for Glen Affric’
How to lose friends and alienate nearly everyone.
People know that beavers are a vital native keystone species and they want them back.
@NFUStweets again failing utterly to read the room.
thetimes.com/article/320b054…
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10 Aug 2024
Appalled by the Israeli Military strike on al-Tabeen school and the tragic loss of life.
Hamas must stop endangering civilians. Israel must comply with International Humanitarian Law.
We need an immediate ceasefire to protect civilians, free all hostages, and end restrictions on aid.
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9 Aug 2024
We welcome and fully support the call by Qatar, Egypt and the US for an immediate resumption of ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas.
The conflict must end now, with the release of all hostages & unfettered aid access to Gaza.
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9 Aug 2024
Norway has long played a unique and valued role in supporting peace for Israelis and Palestinians.
I am deeply concerned by Israel’s decision to revoke the status of 8 Norwegian diplomats, and urge them to reconsider.
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9 Aug 2024
Amazing news from "720 acre" roost site created at Tiaozini in China's Yellow Sea #WorldHeritage Site: Beijing Forestry Uni. counted 188546 waterbirds of 32 spp incl 86700 Great Knot, 1630 Nordmann's Greenshank, 5 Spoon-billed Sands & 240 Eastern Curlews! x.com/numenini/status/170261…
15 Sep 2023
New paper increases global population estimate of Nordmann's Greenshank to 1500-2000, c50% of key sites are outside Protected Areas.
Tiaozini, in the @UNESCO #WorldHeritage Site, is the most important stopover site.
Emphasises importance of creating new high tide roost sites.
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