Habitat fragmentation

THE DUKE OF BURGUNDY Butterflies, like many insects across the UK have undeniable importance to the ecosystem. Maintaining butterfly populations has become a priority across the globe as anthropogenic activities increase to threaten butterfly species. One such species under threat in the UK is the Duke of Burgundy. Decline in flagship species over recent years has led to a review of the biodiversity action plans and the importance they have across the globe. This POSTnote examines the risks of…

Materials used for packaging should be altered mitigate habitat fragmentation, animal consumption of wastes, and human health effects. It might be more expensive to spend money on reusable packaging like glass or metal, but in the long run, it is beneficial for society; people will not have to pay for the costs of the…

shared by the members of different groups (Hartman & Squires, 2010). Many studies (Balbo & Navez-Bouchanine, 1995; Deffner & Hoerning, 2011; Kempen, 2007; Madrazo & Van Kempen, 2012) have upheld that residential fragmentation is a threat to urban integration and social cohesion. Fragmentation underscore disconnections rather than connections since it is related with barriers that obstruct choices and opportunities for social connections and interactions (Deffner & Hoerning, 2011). For instance,…

The Tomistoma crocodile “estimate is less than 2500 mature individuals, with continuing decline of at least 25% within 5 years or two generations.”(TomistomaTomistomaschlegelii, Bezuijen). The crocodiles are becoming extremely vulnerable and unfortunately, they do not mate as much as they should. Because of this, our group believes that if we extract the pheromones of a male Tomistoma and place it around the enclosure then the other male crocodile will want to mate with the female because the…

been declining for a long time, and as of today chimpanzees are considered an endangered species (Pusey, 2007). The endanger of the chimpanzee has been attributed to many factors, the main ones are diseases, deforestation or destruction of their habitat, and hunting for their their meat or trading. We must do something in order to conserve this species and prevent it from extinction. Chimpanzees are found in a wide range of tropical location in Africa (Tutin,…

species richness of isolated areas, in this case, one that is affected by human development. It supports the idea that the separation of the preserve will have a minor effect on the genetic changes if the road does not completely segregate the two habitats. However, if the road proves to be a significant barrier, more genetic change is…

ecosystems such as the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts. These ecosystems are already stressed by climactic changes and human interaction. The deserts of the Southwest are identified hotspots for threatened and endangered species. Large areas of desert tortoise habitat are developed or evaluated for solar power facilities. The desert tortise is just one example of the many species that are put in danger through further development of these geographical regions. Insects and animals can also die if they…

During the first week of October 2016, as a part of the Silver Creek Stewardship Initiative, 353 trees, shrubs, and wildflowers were planted along Silver Creek leading into the wetlands that will help to stabilize banks, ultimately improving the habitat for wildlife and sustaining the nutrient levels. Along with the addition of the flora, one kilogram of wildflower seed was scattered along the eroding Escarpment banks which will also help minimize erosion,…

Introduction Sloth bears are mostly found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Indian subcontinent. Their inhabitation ranging from the foothills of the Himalayas to the southern end of the Western Ghats mountain range in India as well as in the island of Sri Lanka (Prater, 1965). The number of Sloth bear distributed in the Indian peninsula was estimated to be approximately 7,600 (Jaffeson, 1975). Two subspecies of sloth bear, namely Melursus ursinus ursinus and Melursus ursinus…

In recent years, energy policy has increased as a political issue and topic in the United States. Energy shortages and rising gas prices have always been lingering issues for the U.S. and its citizens. People want change and they don’t want to be so dependent on foreign oil. In wanting fewer imports they don’t realize that means drilling our own soil, and not many places are available for such activities. This leaves places like the ANWR vulnerable to those who are looking for local petroleum.…