US Fish and Wildlife determined returning sea otters to the West Coast would be a boon for biodiversity. Now private donors are stepping up to raise the money to do it https://t.co/KFMWjEEYGR ...

Conservation of forest, wildlife, nature that we are talking today is in fact turns out to be conversation on life itself. Why should we conserve forest. No common man on the street when you ask whether forest and wildlife has to be conserved he says yes sir forest has to be conserved then you ask simply why sir from forest gives us clean air clean water and some even say it regulate climate how the good then you ask a simple question Bangalore receives more rain and Bunnipur what do you say oh sir goautila ...

Soil Health and Human Health - The quality of the soil directly reflects human health, as humans are a reflection of the earth that provides food [2] - Plants transform the earth into a form that humans can incorporate into their bodies, highlighting the importance of plant-soil interaction [1][2] - Soil is a living organism with the ability to regulate and heal itself, functioning like an organism through symbiotic processes [5] - Symbiosis between plants and microorganisms is crucial for nutrient supply and protection from predators [6][7] - Healthy soil can absorb up to 100 liters of water per square meter, preventing flooding and soil erosion [13] Impact of Agricultural Practices - Pesticide use destroys symbiosis between plants and other organisms, causing permanent damage to soil life and affecting plant health [8] - Force-feeding plants with liquid manure or synthetic fertilizers disrupts symbiosis, leading to sick plants and potentially sick people [10] - Soil compaction from heavy machinery hinders plant root growth, making them less resistant to stress and reducing yield [16][17] Soil Management and Sustainability - Humus is a result of symbiotic processes and is a very important part of the soil; conditions should be created to promote its buildup [7][8] - Loss of humus through erosion leads to higher loss of soil fertility, with 1 cm of humus soil taking 100 years to form [14] - Maintaining biodiversity in fields makes the use of pesticides unnecessary, promoting plant health and disease resistance [11][12] - Healthy soil promotes the quality of drinking water and groundwater recharge through active microorganisms that purify water [15][16] Interconnectedness of Life - Everything is connected in symbiosis, emphasizing that health is based on a symbiotic environment and peace [18][19]

Water the elixir of life. The problem is too much of it is chaos. Too little of it is the same.2015 the monsoon had failed. 2016 the city of Burggawi had a water scarcity which was unprecedented. That's when a few people got together and brought out that thing that's taught to everybody in school.When you have more trees, you have more rain. Very childish a thought. But then I guess nothing beats the truth of the innocence of a child who believes that the world can change.And so we believed and we set foot ...

Have you ever heard of a forest being compared to broiler chicken? I have. I'll tell you the story. It happened in 2013. My wife, my son and I, we were in Paramikulum Tiger Reserve in Paramikum town. I wanted a cup of tea and this elderly tea seller called me into his shop and he asked me when I went in he asked me what I do for a living. I said I write on the environment at that time. He pointed Yeah. He pointed to the he pointed to the forest in front of the front of him and said in malalam I'm sure a lot ...

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I'll start this by asking a question. Anyone in the audience who can recognize all four of these species. Anyone.Alligator. >> But it's okay. It's okay.Even if you cannot, it is not a celebrity. But let's try this one. >> Exactly.This is the global ambassador of Violet Con. We have seen it everywhere. Pictures, posters, logos, cartoons.But here is the twist. The first group they are some of the most threatened by the species present in Pakistan. The great Indian buster critically endangered less than 250 le ...

Biodiversity and Evolutionary History - Ant communities' characteristics are shaped by their evolutionary past, similar to human cultures [1] - Ants constitute one-fourth of the total weight of all land creatures, surpassing the combined weight of wild birds and mammals [2] - Australian tropical savannas boast the highest ant diversity, exceeding even the Amazon rainforest when considering undescribed species [6][7] - The ant fauna of Australian savannas is primarily derived from arid environments, contrasting with Brazilian savannas, which are forest-derived [8][9] Functional Differences and Adaptations - Australian savannas exhibit a high abundance and diversity of harvester ants (seed-eating ants), while Brazilian savannas have only one species due to their rainforest association [11][12] - Australian savannas possess a diverse genus of highly thermophilic ants ( *Maleopherus* ), capable of foraging at temperatures up to 50°C, whereas Brazilian savannas lack similarly adapted species [13][14] Climate Resilience and Implications - Australian savanna ant diversity remains stable across a rainfall gradient from 1,500 mm to 500 mm per year, unlike the rainfall-sensitive forest-derived ant fauna of Brazilian savannas [15][16] - Projected declines in rainfall due to climate change are unlikely to significantly impact Australian savanna ants but could negatively affect ant diversity in Brazilian savannas [17] Lessons for Humanity - The resilience of Australian savanna ants offers a lesson for humanity in building a resilient future in the face of climate change [18][20] - Preparing for climate change involves adapting to increasingly arid conditions, rising sea levels, and increased risks of floods and fires [19][20]

Pharmaceutical & Medical Advancements - Nature holds immense potential for drug discovery, with venomous animals offering a wealth of chemical compounds for treating diseases [4][5][9] - Captopril, derived from the venom of the Jararaca snake, is a widely prescribed drug for hypertension and cardiovascular disease [5][6] - Semaglutide (Ozempic), originating from Gila monster venom, has revolutionized the treatment of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and renal diseases [6] - Cytarabine, developed from Caribbean sea sponge, is recognized by the World Health Organization as an essential medicine for treating certain types of leukemia and lymphoma [7] - Ziconotide, a non-opioid painkiller derived from cone snail venom, offers a new direction in pain management amidst the opioid crisis [8] Biodiversity & Conservation - The health of humans, animals, and the planet are interconnected, emphasizing the importance of ecosystem preservation for discovering new medicines and cures [11] - Traditional knowledge of indigenous communities regarding the medicinal properties of plants and animals is valuable and should be validated [9][10] - Venomous animals, often feared and exterminated, are potential partners in healing and should be studied for their medicinal properties [4][8][9] Future Research & Development - Further research into venomous animals and their venoms is crucial for unlocking new medical breakthroughs [9][14] - Funding research and protecting species are essential for sustaining the delicate web of life and ensuring future medical advancements [14] - Exploring the mysteries hidden in the chemistry of venomous animals could lead to new insights into human biology and potential treatments [12]

Environmental Crisis & Indigenous Knowledge - The world is facing a sixth major extinction event, necessitating preservation of wilderness and biodiversity [1] - Indigenous people, comprising less than 5% of the global population, manage over 40% of the world's untamed landscapes, spanning millions of square kilometers [2][3] - Integrating cultural knowledge and ecological wisdom from indigenous communities with emerging technologies can help solve conservation crises [26] Challenges & Solutions for Technology Adoption - Commercial off-the-shelf drones have a short lifespan (approximately 3 weeks) in remote indigenous communities due to their complexity and vulnerability to harsh environments [8][9] - Compliance requirements and training needs pose barriers to drone adoption by indigenous communities [9][10] - Processing and managing the thousands of drone imagery requires high-performance computing, which is often unavailable in remote areas [11][12] - Charles Darwin University is addressing these challenges by redesigning drones (e g, the Bimmeran), providing indigenously focused training, and utilizing AI and satellite technology (e g, Starlink) for data processing [12][13][16] Drone Technology Application & Impact - Drones provide an affordable aerial view for strategizing, coordinating, and assessing environmental management actions [5] - Drones are used in agriculture, park management, and conservation, but adoption in indigenous communities is limited [6][7] - In Groot Island, drones are used to map marine plastic debris, enabling rangers to strategize removal efforts and improve marine environment, covering over a thousand kilometers of coastline with only 12 rangers [17][20][22] - The drone program helps Australia meet its global biodiversity targets and is expanding to address various land management issues with multiple indigenous groups [23]