Science

Researchers find common ground in Brazil's pantanal

This month Earthwatch scientists highlighted their long-term research and the pioneering use of volunteer participation at the annual general meeting of the Association for Tropical Biology and Conservation (ATBC) in Uberlândia, Brazil.

Rare bird radio tracked for the first time

Earthwatch is pleased to announce that two of Cameroon's endangered and elusive Grey-necked Picathartes (Picathartes oreas) (or 'rock fowl') have, for the first time, been fitted with coloured bands and radio transmitters for researching their conservation management*.

Protecting endangered bird species – could eco tourism be the answer?

Thanks to pioneering work in Ecuador, Earthwatch-supported scientist Dr Dusti Becker and over 300 Earthwatch volunteers have demonstrated to the local community that cloud forests not only provide surrounding villages with essential water resources, but they also serve as an oasis for vulnerable bird species.

Conserving marine life on world oceans day

June 8th was designated World Oceans Day in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro to bring attention to conservation issues. Earthwatch Institute (Europe) celebrates World Oceans Day on June 8th and all year round with marine conservation research projects around the world.

Earthwatch issues a call for proposals for UK focussed climate change research

Earthwatch Institute (Europe) is seeking UK based research proposals addressing climate change issues that would benefit from volunteer involvement.

Census reveals record badger cub numbers

The annual badger census in Oxfordshire's Wytham Woods, organised by Earthwatch scientists Dr. Chris Newman and Dr. Christina Buesching, reveals astonishing numbers of cubs for 2005.

Earthwatch responds to climate change

Climate change is one of the most urgent and complex issues affecting our society and economy today. How is Earthwatch responding?

Earthwatch teams assess human disturbance to polar bears

For the first time in Churchill, Manitoba, Earthwatch teams are seeking to quantify the effect of tourist vehicle approaches on the behaviour of polar bears.

Supporting corporate biodiversity management

Earthwatch continues to work with various institutions to build the case for effective management of biodiversity at both a site level and through their supply chain.

Earthwatch appoints new executive director

Earthwatch is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Nigel Winser as the new Executive Director.

Conserving turtle populations on world turtle day

May 23rd was designated World Turtle Day to bring attention to conservation issues and to highlight ways individuals can protect these reptiles.

Young environmental journalist of the year award

Are you a budding environmental reporter? Get writing and you could win an Earthwatch field trip of a lifetime.

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