#ecosystem-health

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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Experts weigh in after girl attacked by sea lion in Monterey Co.: 'We're swimming in their backyard'

California has the highest population of sea lions in the U.S., with recent incidents highlighting the need for public awareness.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'It needs more water': Calls grow for boosting Mono Lake by easing L.A.'s water reliance

"It's not in good shape right now," said Bartshé Miller, policy director of the nonprofit Mono Lake Committee. "There is systemic illness in the lake in terms of the health of the ecosystem, and it needs more water to recover to full health and vitality."
Environment
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

State board backs Newsom's plan to give water agencies more leeway in meeting rules

California's proposed water plan for the Delta aims to balance water management and ecosystem health, supported by Gov. Newsom but opposed by environmental groups.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Lethal algae bloom is over, but sickened marine mammals aren't safe yet

The harmful algae bloom in Southern California has subsided but remains a concern for future outbreaks and marine wildlife rehabilitation.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pesticides, antibiotics, animal medicines: the chemical cocktail seeping into our rivers

Chemicals from farmland and urban runoff are contaminating Britain's rivers, prompting scientists to study their impact on local ecosystems.
Coronavirus
fromNature
2 months ago

Two distinct host-specialized fungal species cause white-nose disease in bats - Nature

Two distinct cryptic species of Pseudogymnoascus destructans are affecting bat populations, altering their epidemiology and conservation strategies.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Scientists fear whole UK food chain contaminated as study finds microplastics in bugs

Plastic pollution is contaminating Britain's food chain, affecting various invertebrates vital to ecological health.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This tiny Australian bat is the size of a matchbox. But it flies up to 150km a night in search of food

Southern bent-wing bats can fly up to 150km in one night and are critically endangered.
They are tracked by researchers to understand their foraging patterns and habitat use.
#bird-conservation
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Is Oakland's official bird doing OK? Some citizen scientists are worried

Birdsong indicates environmental health, but urban development threatens bird populations in Oakland.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Birds Are in Trouble across the U.S. But It's Not Too Late to Protect Them

The U.S. is experiencing a significant decline in bird populations, indicating urgent need for conservation efforts that impact both birds and human health.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Birds Are in Trouble across the U.S. But It's Not Too Late to Protect Them

The U.S. is experiencing a significant decline in bird populations, indicating urgent need for conservation efforts that impact both birds and human health.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How climate change is altering bird migration DW 05/09/2025

Migratory birds play a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem health, contributing to food security—pollinating plants and controlling pests while on their epic journeys.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Elephant in the Room by Liz Kalaugher review how we make animals sick

Human actions significantly impact the health of non-human species, intertwining our well-being with theirs.
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

Lower canopies show struggle for tropical forests - Harvard Gazette

"In general, taller canopies are associated with high carbon storage and greater above-ground biomass. Tall canopies can buffer the microclimate, even helping reduce the temperature during heat waves."
OMG science
Parenting
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Go Inside a Mexican Wolf Recovery Project Whose Future Is Now Uncertain

The recovery initiative for the Mexican wolf demonstrates significant ecological impact and success but faces challenges from funding cuts.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 months ago

'Striking' data on Lake Merritt's Chinook salmon has surfaced. But a mystery remains.

The discovery of Chinook salmon carcasses at Lake Merritt provides hope for a recovering environment, hinting at possible improvements in the local ecosystem for marine life.
Portland food
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Keep an Invasive Species in Check: Eat a Big Rat-Like Rodent, U.S. Says

Invasive nutria population control can include the suggestion to eat them.
Hunting nutria is part of a strategy to manage invasive species.
Nutria meat is comparable to rabbit and can be used in various dishes.
Travel
fromKqed
5 months ago

What You Should Know About Visiting National Parks Right Now | KQED

National park layoffs threaten visitor safety and the monitoring of ecosystem health.
Roam Research
fromWIRED
5 months ago

Costa Rica Is Saving Forest Ecosystems by Listening to Them

Monitoring ecosystem sounds can indicate biodiversity health and effectiveness of conservation efforts.
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago

A deadly fungus that has killed millions of bats may have arrived in Southern California

The spread of a cold-loving fungus in California poses a serious threat to bat populations across the state.
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