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?? A new #CASCFunded study found that freshwater native fish in Puerto Rico respond differently to droughts and floods when non-native fish are present. This is important since the Caribbean is projected to experience more extreme flow events in the future(s). Read on here: https://loom.ly/UBkKnH8 This research summary was written by Eleana P. as part of her science communication internship with the Southeast CASC. #ExtremeFlow #NativeFish #AquaticResearch #ClimateChange

There's plenty of fish in the sea, but some of them should definitely not be there ?? (and by sea I mean river) Non-native fish presence can change the way that freshwater native fish in Puerto Rico respond to droughts and floods, which have been exacerbated by climate change. I wrote about the paper that saw these results at the link below! Check it out ????

This, my rewilding apprenticeship, is a soul-shaping process. A shape-shifting away from the self that was born into a domesticated world, bereft of natural surroundings - into the confident and wild, vital animal self. The self who feels a rich and strong sense of belonging, among their wild relations... Over the 8 months we journey together, in this deep dive into sacred ecology, we will explore the mythic and re-enter the world of animacy and agency. The apprenticeship is in itself an invitation to a deeper focus. Through our extended time together, the opportunity for repetition delivers the gift of a new way of being in the world. A new way of relating. And with that comes the realisation that how we treat anything, is how we treat everything (ourselves included). Discover how paying attention to the life in the ordinary, is the portal to a deeper consciousness, to our true and natural way of being, to the eternal. With just three places remaining, and the closing date for registration now on the horizon (midnight on 12th Feb), my question to you is - will you join me? https://lnkd.in/eHHKTazR

Summer Internship Available Announcement: "The FY2025 Lapenta Program is now accepting applications until Dec 10, 2025. Below is the link where students can find instructions on how to apply and information about the program. Please feel free to share this with your networks. https://lnkd.in/gq4_e2DX This paid, 10-week internship would provide interns an opportunity to address immediate challenges and research needs to support NOAA's mission and ever-broadening user community." HESD Project Title: Understanding the complexities of Essential Fish Habitat consultations on sensitive coastal, riverine and marine fish habitats (NMFS) HESD Project Description: GARFO’s Habitat and Ecosystem Services Division (HESD) reviews Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) consultations pursuant to the Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA). EFH is defined as "those waters and substrate necessary to fish for spawning, breeding, feeding or growth to maturity,” with certain habitats that are more sensitive to impacts from coastal and offshore development, and climate change. These sensitive habitats include, but are not limited to: submerged aquatic vegetation (e.g. seagrass) beds, Habitat Areas of Particular Concern (HAPCs), and tidal Special Aquatic Sites (e.g. mudflats, wetlands, coral reefs, sanctuaries and refuges, vegetated shallows, riffle and pool complexes). HESD staff perform the EFH consultations as mandated by the MSA and are frequently asked questions regarding the importance (or necessity) of these sensitive habitats when working with federal agencies and the general public. The HESD Lapenta intern will develop an interactive and engaging public-facing product (Story Map or something similar) to help break down the complexities of EFH consultations for the sensitive habitats described above. The product goals will include 1) describing sensitive habitats (imagery, definitions, creative examples), 2) providing relevant examples of fisheries that use sensitive habitats, 3) describing threats to each habitat type, and 4) case studies of successful management of sensitive coastal, riverine and marine habitats for each habitat type. This resource will be shared with internal and external partners and the general public to demonstrate the ecological significance of these sensitive habitats, and why it is especially important to avoid, minimize, and mitigate impacts to sensitive habitats. This resource will also assist external agencies in their development of EFH assessments for projects that impact sensitive fisheries habitats for more streamlined consultations and public transparency. The overall goal of this product is to make it engaging and creative to effectively communicate the importance of Essential Fish Habitats.

The FFN Academy cannot exist without our amazing members! Our network of students and young graduates is made up of people from diverse backgrounds and nationalities. Today we would like to introduce you to Marijn van Ark When did you join the FFN Academy and which city are you part of? I joined during my great internship opportunity at Future For Nature in the summer of 2023. Where did your passion for nature start? Already from a young age. when I was 5 I wanted to become a biologist haha. Mostly I was outside and eager to learn about animals and plants. It also helped that I had the opportunity to roam around near the forest and discovered how beautiful and complex nature is and can be. This connection I currently still have, but now I also realize how fragile nature can be and that we all collectively must do something to protect it. What motivated you to join the FFN Academy? During my internship I really enjoyed the setting of Future For Nature and took part in a lot of inspiring activities. Additionally, I think the vision of the academy to inspire and empower the future of nature conservation is something that must happen to make positive change in the world and thus it is a great cause to be a part of. What do you like about being an FFN Academy member? I really do enjoy the meetings and gathering of the members that all are interested in nature conservation which is not only informative and inspiring, but the setting is also really cozy and fun. Seeing that people share the concerns and beauty of nature and want to protect it still gives me hope for the future of nature. What (professional) accomplishment are you most proud of? I think mainly that I still always want to involve nature related aspects in combination with social development into my study and often think about what can be done to protect the environment and its inhabitants. Where do you hope your career will lead you? I am not sure yet, but I hope it will be something where I am able to make a positive impact in the world and also can spread awareness about the importance of nature conservation in combination with social aspects. What do you hope for in the future of nature? My main hope is that we will find a way to minimize the damage our society does to nature and that our future generations can still see and explore the fascinating aspects of the living organisms on this planet like I did when I was young. #interviewmonday #FFNAcademy #volunteers

?? Excellent new student intern Gyde Rudolph joins us at the Iceland Ocean Cluster supporting on a range of international projects about #clusterbuilding and #100percentfish - particularly creating value from sludge from landbased aquaculture in a great collaborative project run by our wonderful research project manager Clara Jégousse. Read more about Gyde Rudolph in the link in comments. #blueeconomy #team #circulareconomy #internship

#THURSDAYTIPS ??: Think about WHY you want to do an internship. On this week’s #TuesdayTopics ???, I talked about what internships in wildlife ??, ecology ??, zoology ??, conservation biology ??, or environmental science ?? are and how they differ from other jobs or volunteer positions. What is it that you think an internship will do for your career? ?? Do you really need an internship, or can you get what you want from internships in other positions? ??♀? As the weeks progress, I’m going to give you more expert advice on this! ??? In addition to giving you tips, I want you to take action ??. So on Thursdays, I’m often going to have a #TakeActionThursday prompt as well because knowledge won’t get you anywhere without action ??. HERE ARE YOUR NEXT STEPS: ?? Journal: Make a list of the things you want to gain from an internship. What skills, experience, or kind of network do you want to build? And why? How will this get you to where you want to go? ?? Dream: What would be your dream internship? Where are some ideal places you would love to intern at? ?? Share: Share your dream places in the comments below! Who knows, maybe I have a connection or we can build one here and make it happen. ?? Let’s do this, and I’m excited to read your responses! ???? Throwback photo to me working as an intern at Disney's Animal Kingdom collecting poop from the cotton top tamarins there. They normally have white hair, but the keepers dyed their hair to tell individuals apart.

?? Did you know that every year nearly 28 million birds are monitored globally via ringing? ?? Bird ringing is a scientific method of attaching a small, uniquely numbered ring to a bird's leg to track its movements and gather data on its lifespan, migration, and behavior patterns. I’m excited to share that I’ve completed an incredible two-month internship with the renowned Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) focusing on bird ringing data—and to top it all off, our work was featured in the BNHS newsletter! ?? Bird ringing provides vital insights into: - Migration routes - Survival rates - Impacts of climate change and habitat loss In the global context, such studies contribute significantly to conservation strategies and biodiversity monitoring, initiatives like this foster actionable conservation strategies. Excited to apply my experience to further contribute to building sustainable and healthy ecosystems! ?? #BNHS #Conservation #Ecology #Biodiversity #Internship #ClimateAction #CitizenScience

?? Seventeen-year-old Charlotte Marriott, a young mum from Castle Vale, is transforming her future thanks to Growth Path. ?? Supported by WMCA funding, the project has given 20 local people valuable work experience and new skills in horticulture and ecology, opening doors to future opportunities. ?? With no GCSEs and a difficult start in life, Charlotte now has hands-on experience planting bulbs and learning new skills. She impressed so much at Growth Path that she has now secured a paid traineeship starting in February! ?? Charlotte will gain qualifications in English, Maths and environmental work, while earning and building a career in landscaping. Her story is proof that opportunities and projects like this can change lives. Read more ?? https://bit.ly/4gaE67x

With a $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the SEA BEaRS program in the School of Marine Sciences aims to connect Maine youths with aquaculture, ignite their interest in marine sciences and introduce them to opportunities in the state's growing blue economy. In partnership with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, the program will support up to 25 Pell Grant-eligible undergraduate students over the next five years who are pursuing degrees in marine sciences, providing tuition assistance, internships, research opportunities and professional development. As a part of the program, SEA BEaRS students will create educational materials for youth, inspiring the next generation of leaders in marine science. Learn more about the program on UMaine News: https://lnkd.in/gBqeU28J #UMaine #Maine #BlueEconomy #MarineScience