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Grasslands can benefit habitats, water cleanliness, #carbonStorage, rural economies, and more. Experts such as Randy Jackson, a professor at UW–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and #grassland ecologist at Grassland 2.0, share the many benefits of grasslands especially for Wisconsin farmers. See "Good for Grasslands" by Molly Meister on page 20 to learn more!

It's here, and it's really good: the summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine. From paddling to pet-friendly places and wetlands to waterskiing, this issue has what you need to get outdoors, explore and have a great summer in our beautiful state. Find stories on fishing, conservation projects, air quality and e-cycling. Plus, check out our ID guides for butterflies, trees and invasive species so you’ll know what to look for – and what to avoid. Read it now and subscribe! Four issues are just $8.97: https://lnkd.in/gibKCwRu

Four hundred years ago, the longleaf pine dominated the landscape of the American Southeast. More than 90 million acres of longleaf forest stretched from Virginia to Texas. And to this day, although the forest cover now hovers around only 5 million acres, longleaf pines remain a beloved symbol of the region. In the American Southeast, we’re supporting efforts to restore longleaf pine and other native species at a massive scale. Learn why ?? https://lnkd.in/g3DxRwR3

Exciting news for avid bird enthusiasts and conservationists! Our latest blog post delves into the enigmatic marbled murrelet and the innovative techniques being used to study its unique vocalizations. This exploration not only sheds light on the bird's behavior but also underscores the importance of understanding species that are often overlooked in conservation efforts. Discover how listening to these remarkable creatures can enhance our efforts to protect their habitats and ensure their survival. Read the full article here: [Listening in on the Mysterious Marbled Murrelet](https://ift.tt/Op6MA5z)

Let's celebrate our most important Ice Age survivor, the juniper. Towards the end of the 18th century, the commercialisation of woodland management on many Highland estates started the disastrous trend towards diversity loss that we now strive to reverse. Some of the greatest impacts were on the least valued wood species, including juniper. It had been in natural decline for millennia - out-competed by the more aggressive birch - but it remained widespread in and around the Cairngorms, in Strathspey, Strathdearn, and the northern Highlands. In 1803, the poet Coleridge noted ‘a good deal of low cowring Juniper with its fruit of various years, purple and green’ as he traversed Strathdearn. Later in the century, when plans were drawn up for a road through the Coignafearn deer forest at the head of the strath, the surveyors noted the abundance of juniper wood there. Although juniper wood is said to have been valued alongside peat as a ‘smokeless’ fuel by illicit distillers, it is almost invisible as a resource in estate records and unmentioned in the Statistical Accounts. This perception of uselessness, also extended to alder and aspen as expressed by respondents to the OSA, meant no effort was made to conserve juniper. Indeed, juniper was rooted out to make way for Scots Pine plantation on the Grant and Mackintosh estates in Strathdearn and Strathspey from the 1790s onwards. Increasing numbers of grazing animals – and from the 1840s onwards uncontrolled deer numbers - accelerated natural decline by halting regeneration through seed dispersal. It is only in recently, with the inclusion of juniper amongst species being planted in upland conservation and restoration programmes, that the populations of this undervalued species have begun to recover. This picture is of my favourite juniper, an over-browsed veteran clinging on near Achnahyle in Stratha'an. #scottishwoodlandhistory #scottishenvironmentalhistory #woodland #cairngormsconnect #traditionalwooduse

Here's another instalment in our series, Know Your Park Lands Plants, where we introduce you to the myriad of species that populate your #adelaideparklands. Today: cotton fireweed. https://lnkd.in/gkwutj8a

Why are we waddling for the African penguin? Because this charismatic seabird is threatened with extinction, and we need to act now. ?? The iconic African penguin is the only penguin species found on the African continent and, unfortunately, estimates state that their species will be functionally extinct by 2035. ?? Learn how you can get involved here: https://lnkd.in/dHS2C8f5

Happy #WorldElephantDay all! To know me is to know my love of elephants. As such, I've written a blog post that shares some of my favorite elephant facts, fun ways to help elephants, things currently making me happy as an elephant lover, and sanctuaries and conservation organizations worth checking out. https://lnkd.in/emHacGuC

What a wonderful write-up about the Arnold Fen! It was permanently conserved by a conservation easement about two years ago, but privately managed by a wonderful, passionate couple! Learn more about this globally rare ecosystem in the article!

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