Tropical #deforestation actively contributes to #ClimateChange, making those areas warmer and drier. Read the full article here bit.ly/2zXKLAI and take a look at @IPBES Asia-Pacific Assessment: bit.ly/2NwPQ6Z where #forests are one of the main topics
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We’ve reached 14k followers! #Thankyou for your ongoing support on #biodiversity and @IPBES' mission!
Once wiped out on Isle Royale, the American marten seems to be back on the island - "an unexpected and dynamic pattern of #extinction and recolonization" that's drawing attention of researchers and scientists.
greatlakesecho.org/2018/09/2…
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Research from @annebeejay @bik_f_ demonstrates the mutually constitutive links between #ClimateChange and #ecosystems as larger plants trap more snow, insulate the soil, in turn leading to increased CO2
sciencealert.com/as-the-arct…
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New #IPCC special report presents what difference 0.5°C can make to the 🌎
📝 ipcc.ch/report/sr15/
Africa's #biodiversity, extremely vulnerable to the effects of #climatechange, could lose more than 50% of its bird & mammal species by year 2100 - IPBES Africa Assessment
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Boreal birds report predicts #ClimateChange impacts on #migratory #birds
🐦'special responsibility' for more protected lands, creating 'climate corridors' and keeping boreal landscapes intact for best chance of long-term survival #biodiversity
borealbirds.org/sites/defaul…
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Congratulation to @WietekeWillemen for her nomination for Viva400 ‘Bright Minds’ award. She is one of our 100 experts who contributed their knowledge & expertise to the compilation of the Assessment Report on Land Degradation & Restoration!
👉Voting open: viva.nl/viva400/knappe-koppe…
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#IPCC #SR15: ipcc.ch/report/sr15/
"Ocean #ecosystems are experiencing large-scale changes, with critical thresholds expected to be reached at 1.5°C and above…”
Coral reefs are projected to decline by 70-90% at 1.5°C and 99% at 2.0°C increase. #Biodiversity #ClimateChange
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#IPCC Special Report: ipcc.ch/report/sr15/
Halting global warming at 1.5°C instead of 2°C can prevent worse effects on #biodiversity, #ecosystems and invaluable #NaturesContributions to people esp. species loss, extinctions and ecosystem transformation.
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#DIDYOUKNOW?
The "Media Watch" section on our website is an up-to-date collection of @IPBES and #biodiversity-related articles from around the world!
🔖 Check it out and add us to your bookmarks!
ipbes.net/media-watch
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Some shots of the recent #IPBESBelgianUptake event. Dozens of scientists and experts met on Monday to discuss actions to combat the decline of #species & the degradation of #ecosystems in #Belgium 🇧🇪.
More 📷: bit.ly/2Cr0tH5
@BiodiversityBe @MariaHennaG @AdriaensTim
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Hats off to @UNESCO on #WorldTeachersDay for supporting #biodiversity in education and learning.
📚 The leaders of tomorrow are the learners of today.
Educators follow the link for biodiversity classroom materials: unesco.org/new/en/natural-sc…
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"Today, it is fundamental to produce food in a way that preserves the environment and #biodiversity" - @FAO Dir-Gen. @grazianodasilva "We have to implement sustainable practices that provide healthy and nutritious food, #EcosystemServices and #ClimateChange resilience."
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🌍 Africa's #biodiversity is extremely vulnerable to the effects of #climatechange - by the year 2100 the continent could lose more than 50% of its bird and mammal species!
📝: bit.ly/2NnUTpW
#WorldAnimalDay #AnimalDay
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Our little game is over but if you enjoyed these pictures, vote for your favorite @ComedyWildlifePhoto and learn about their conservation efforts with @BornFreeFDN
#WorldAnimalDay #AnimalDay
👉 comedywildlifephoto.com/gall…
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👉Share your best caption with us!
Extra points if you can name this #amphibiousfish.
#WorldAnimalDay #AnimalDay
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