Using High-Res GPS to Study Thailand’s Flying Foxes
Researchers tracking the movements of flying foxes with high-resolution GPS devices have found that the best way to stop the large bats from getting in conflict with local fruit farmers...
Researchers Study Endangered Owl’s Nesting Sites
There’s very little known about great gray owls (Strix nebulosa) besides the fact that they’ve been endangered in California since 1980. Previous studies have pointed to the impact of nest...
Automated Wildlife Crossing Detection Shows Promise
New drive simulation research shows that automatic wildlife detections systems may help to reduce collisions. “They definitely have a place in our suite of ways to fight roadkill,” said Molly...
TWS Conference: Can’t-Miss Things to do in Winnipeg
Between the exciting opportunities offered by TWS and the wide variety of tourist attractions in Manitoba, this year’s Annual Conference in Winnipeg will not fall short in the activities category....
Idaho Wilderness Bill Heads to President
The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bill on Tuesday that would protect 275,665 acres of the Boulder-White Clouds region of Idaho as designated wilderness area. This occurred shortly after the...
Urban Bird Treaty Program Expanded
Five new cities will get funding for migratory bird conservation projects as part of a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service program. The Urban Conservation Treaty for Migratory Birds program, known...
Canada Invests Over $800,000 for Humane Trapping Research
On July 31, 2015 Leona Aglukkaq, the Canadian Minister of the Environment, announced an investment of $845,104 over four years to continue research, testing, and development of humane trapping systems...
Scientists Call for Salamander Import Ban to Stop Pathogen
Scientists are calling for a ban on pet salamander imports in an attempt at stopping a new deadly fungal infection tearing through Asia and Europe from gaining a foothold in...
What a Grizzly Bear’s Hair Reveals about Its Diet
Just a single strand of hair can provide insight into the cuisine a grizzly bear has delighted in for the past few months based on the amount of mercury and...
