Sentences with phrase «wildlife conservation research»

Experience amazing Big 5 encounters, contribute to important wildlife conservation research in the beautiful Kruger National Park.

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By funding scientific research, conservation programs and community outreach efforts, its mission is to protect the waters and its vast marine wildlife, ensuring that The Bahamas will remain a haven for a myriad of one - of - a-kind, rare and endangered species for generations to come.

As a leader in conservation, the work of San Diego Zoo Global includes onsite wildlife conservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on sixconservation, the work of San Diego Zoo Global includes onsite wildlife conservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on sixconservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on sixConservation Research, as well as international field programs on six continents.

«It is my desire and my purpose to further the education of the people of Texas and elsewhere in wildlife conservation, in the knowledge of the breeding and living habits of our wild creatures and in the relationship of wildlife to domesticated livestock on our ranches and farms; to afford students and others interested in wildlife betterment and propagation and in the raising of wildlife along with domesticated animals a place for research and an opportunity for the study thereof; and to develop scientifically methods of increasing the wildlife population of the state and nation for the benefit of future generations... who may not have the opportunity to know and appreciate our wildlife, as I have, unless methods of increasing and conserving our wildlife are scientifically developed.

Occasionally we came upon one of the 27 oil wells which have the unusual role of providing money for wildlife and conservation research.

At the event, visiting bookworms can purchase «The Ark and Beyond» and learn about the role scientific research and conservation initiatives play in protecting Earth's wildlife.

Activities will include construction and maintenance of protective fencing, wildlife tracking, educating the public about endangered species conservation, and research.

Wellfleet Bay conducts conservation science research and protects endangered, threatened, and at risk wildlife, including sea turtles, diamondback terrapins, coastal waterbirds, and Atlantic horseshoe crabs throughout the Outer Cape, and protects rare and iconic Cape Cod habitats on its 1,100 acre Sanctuary.

«The research fills an important gap in our understanding of the vulnerability of tropical river - forest systems to changes in climate and land cover,» said the project's leader, Leandro Castello, assistant professor of fish and wildlife conservation in Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment.

Sanderson: We were pioneers in this field in the Wildlife Conservation Society, because we've been doing wildlife health for over a 100 years and that's because we operate zoos and parks, and we are engaged in research on wildlife health.

A recently published paper provides a history of scientific research on mountain ecosystems, looks at the issues threatening wildlife in these systems, and sets an agenda for biodiversity conservation throughout the world's mountain regions.

The research is centered on the Agriculture Department's Conservation Reserve Program, a voluntary program that rewards farmers who save a portion of their land for conservation of watersheds aConservation Reserve Program, a voluntary program that rewards farmers who save a portion of their land for conservation of watersheds aconservation of watersheds and wildlife.

According to lead author Seth Lutter, a master's student in fish and wildlife conservation, the goal of the research was to understand how effective these habitat programs are from a social perspective.

Lemm, of the San Diego Zoo's Institute for Conservation Research, remarks that the base «is an easy place for U.S. researchers to work on Cuban wildlife.

Earlier this year, STRI research associate William Laurance published a paper in Science, stressing the importance of considering wildlife conservation during transportation infrastructure planning, because it is well known in the conservation community that roads «can unleash a Pandora's box of environmental ills, such as land encroachment, wildlife poaching, forest fragmentation, exotic species invasions and illegal mining.»

«It's a large feast table of eggs that would never have hatched,» says Glenn Gauvry, director of Ecological Research & Development Group Inc., a wildlife conservation organization based in Milton, Delaware.

A team including researchers from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research has developed a novel methodology that, for the first time, combines 3 - D and advanced range estimator technologies to provide highly detailed data on the range and movements of terrestrial, aquatic, and avian wildlife species.

Panthera Research Associate and Wildlife Conservation Network Conservation Initiatives Director, Dr. Peter Lindsey, shared, «Africa's incredible protected areas hold the key to securing the future of lions and several other wildlife species, and can yield significant benefits for people.

In all, scientists captured 14 new pythons during 33 tracking periods, said Smith, who conducts research under the supervision of assistant professor Christina Romagosa, a faculty member in wildlife ecology and conservation.

He added: «Our research has the potential to improve the way we manage conflicts between wildlife conservation and agricultural activities — not just involving large grazing bird species — but perhaps lions which prey on livestock in rural Africa, or hen harriers feeding on economically valuable grouse in the UK.»

As a leader in conservation, the work of San Diego Zoo Global includes onsite wildlife conservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on sixconservation, the work of San Diego Zoo Global includes onsite wildlife conservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on sixconservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on sixConservation Research, as well as international field programs on six continents.

«The Department of Wildlife Conservation [DWC] has been transferring elephants for many years,» says Prithiviraj Fernando, a wildlife biologist at the Centre for Conservation and Research in Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka, and the lead author of the new study.

But now conservation biologists have borrowed a trick from public health research to get closer to the truth without having to ask such touchy questions — which could help protect wildlife.

Amélie works in the realm of marine and coastal ecology and conservation and her research interests include the use of spatial tools (GIS, spatio - temporal analyses, bio-logging, habitat mapping) to understand and mitigate impacts of anthropogenic activities and changes on wildlife and natural values.

Our work incorporates expertise and results from different scientific disciplines and integrates theoretical and applied as well as mechanism - and function - oriented research to develop the scientific basis for novel approaches to conservation of wildlife.

The Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW) is an interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to developing the scientific basis for novel approaches to wildlife conseResearch (IZW) is an interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to developing the scientific basis for novel approaches to wildlife conseresearch institute dedicated to developing the scientific basis for novel approaches to wildlife conservation.

His research interests are largely in organismal and applied ecology, including animal behavior and wildlife disease, and in wildlife conservation.

Lin will study threatened marine wildlife in South China to address illegal trade of these species, and use research and monitoring to reduce poaching and expand conservation.

``... it may be that conservation biologists and wildlife ecologists believe the issue of feral cats has already been studied enough and that the work speaks for itself, suggesting that no further research is needed.»

The reasons behind this lack of opposition are unclear, but it may be that conservation biologists and wildlife ecologists believe the issue of feral cats has already been studied enough and that the work speaks for itself, suggesting that no further research is needed.

Charlie Potter, host of Chicago radio station WGN's Great Outdoors program («dedicated to bringing to WGN listeners outdoor information in an honest and entertaining format») and president of the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation (whose mission involves «actively creating solutions through programs of management, education, research and communications that strongly enhance the conservation of fish, game, wildlife and their habitats»), is blaming declining Northern bobwhite numbers on feral cats.

Tufts Wildlife specialists advance knowledge in the fields of wildlife and conservation medicine through high quality research activities with the goal of improving the well - being of wildlife individuals and populations.

You'll undertake surveys and other research as part of ongoing conservation efforts, and experience a huge selection of marine wildlife while giving something back to this amazing country.

As a global leader in marine research and conservation, we remain steadfast in our commitment to contribute to wildlife sustainability through:

Spearheading research in the fields of conservation and wildlife management, the Park provides expertise and knowledge to other zoos nationwide.

Visit the wildlife research centre to learn about the elephant and lion collaring and conservation projects the lodge runs, jump on a local canoe down the Mafui creek at the lodge or take one of four nature trails around the lodge, all complimentary to guests.

The GGRO is dedicated to the conservation of raptors and to community involvement in wildlife research.

These include conducting marine mammal research and conservation as well as providing responsible wildlife viewing experiences such as daily tours, multi-day tours, lodge - based excursions, sea kayak based adventures, cruise ship based tours and wilderness camping adventures.

Therefore look for organization that rehabilitates their wildlife and release the animals back in to the wild or conducts research to help with conservation and long term sustainability.

Together they founded the Conservation Ecology Centre, a non profit organisation which reconnects and re-engages people with the natural world, increasing understanding through vital research, restoring wild places and caring for wildlife.

Join Fronteering and travel to the wilds of Scotland where you have the opportunity to volunteer abroad in wildlife field conservation, field research, rescue and rehabilitation.

The Great Ocean Ecolodge lies within the grounds of the Conservation Ecology Centre, a dedicated wildlife rehabilitation and ecological research centre.

After dinner guests are invited to accompany a Conservation Research Assistant on a nocturnal wildlife encounter, to meet these special animals -LSB-...]

It's perfect for everyone who want to join our research team as this method is designed to assess reef health with minimal training but big support for the wildlife conservation.

The Amigos conservation team comprises biologists, oceanographers, anthropologists, development workers and volunteers and its projects range from wildlife research to an environmental services payment program for protecting the jungle, water studies and sustainable development.

Captivating cuisine: regionally sourced menus and partnership in the Gulf of Maine's Research Institute's Culinary program; Green by Design; features that range from recycled flooring and sheet rock to solar panels; Habitat Restoration: collaboration with the Department of Conservation around restoring habitat for endangered wildlife; and Indigenous Landscape: which supports local wildlife as well as fun and educational classes for guests.

Volunteer in Africa and carry out vital conservation, wildlife research and community voluntary work programmes in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Mauritius, Seychelles and Kenya.

Pratt Institute recently welcomed wildlife biologist Dr. Roland Kays, who is research associate professor at North Carolina State University and director of the Biodiversity and Earth Observation Lab at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, to the Brooklyn campus for «Candid Creatures,» a lecture and workshop that gave Pratt students a chance to explore how photography relates to science and wildlife conservation.

The institute researches evolutionary developments and the adaptions of wildlife to a humanly modified environment, in order to help design appropriate concepts and methods for conservation.

Eleven groups doing conservation work or biological research in Madagascar have issued a joint statement decrying a surge in raids on the country's national parks for valuable timber, smuggling of rare wildlife and other activities abetted by the unrest and political instability there.