Human behavioral ecology

natural and possess biodiversity, have low-impact on the environment, build awareness and educate locals and visitors, respect local culture and traditions, provide financial benefits for conservation efforts and indigenous communities, and also support human rights. In order for ecotourism to become a successful national development vehicle, the country must possess…

virescens) in central Ohio” by Marja H. Bakermans and Amanda D. Rodewald, published in 2006, examines the selection of habitat across three spatial scales and the effects of understory arthropod biomass, vegetation structure and breeding productivity. As human populations grow and urban development increases desirable habitat for many habitat-specific species decreases resulting in population declines. It is important to understand habitat selection criteria the negative effects of urbanization…

Title: Does the frequency of the bright red blotches of the Nepenthes Gracilis affect it’s ability to lure prey? Introduction: The Nepenthes gracilis belongs to the Nepenthaceae family, a group of monotypic carnivorous plants who use their specialized pitcher-shaped leaves to capture their prey through passive pitfall traps (Bauer, Di Giusto, Skepper, Grafe, Federle, 2012). The adaptation of carnivory in plants is as a result of nutrient-poor habitats in which the fitness of the plants…

Differences in spectral, spatial, radioactive and temporal characteristics could provide various sources of imagery. A vegetation classification developed from the characteristics is important for classifying and mapping vegetation cover. Geographically, Takalar Regency is located at latitude of -5.4162 and longitude of 119.4876. It was the west part from city Makassar in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. It was also close to a boundary of Jeneponto regency. In this study area, it was near with five…

Environmental art is an avenue for artists to communicate beauty, illustrate natural processes or educate society on environmental issues through their artistic expression. Michele Brody’s environmental art, Arbor Lace (2002), is an outdoor vegetation installation which creates an inviting and ever-changing experience for the viewer yet also reveals the beauty of natures’ treasured resources. When viewing the installation for the first time, one may be curious of the purpose and function of the…

The Interconnectedness between Poverty, Inequity & Environmental Sustainability Income inequality and poverty has an adverse impact on environmental stability. This research paper will examine the relationship that exists between poverty, inequality, and environmental sustainability. The effects on environmental sustainability will be measured using factors such as food and water consumption, waste generation, and loss of biodiversity. According to a study conducted by the United Nations in 2015…

consider China’s controversial policy of 1 to 2 children per family, quite a logical solution to our worlds rising population. Considering the global sequences of over population, reduction of families even though it is not in standing with current human rights initiatives, in the long run it will help our earth and future generations to…

1. Delineate the geographical area under study. An ecosystem is an environment in which communities of living and non-living organisms interact with each other. The geographical area under study is the Trinidad and Tobago’s, Caroni Swamp which is the largest wetland ecosystem on the western coast of Trinidad. The swamp covers six thousand (6000) hectares and consists of fifty-six percent (56%) of the mangrove on the island. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, a…

GREEN POLICY ON SUPPLY CHAIN This can be described as the process of using environmentally friendly inputs and transforming the inputs through change agents whose by products can be improved and recycled in the future. Cummins Green Supply Chain Cummins Inc. is working towards sustaining initiatives to promote social, financial, economical and environmental sustainability. In respect to its suppliers; i. All suppliers of company must adhere to environmental regulations and rules as they conduct…

Practice Journey: For our practice journey, we completed 6 hours of various activities to help prepare us for our qualifying journey. We began with kayaking around Rheault Bay by our cottages on Turnbull Island. While we were out on the kayaks, we also practiced kayak emergency procedures like the “T-Boat” rescue. Back on land, we practiced campsite activities like building a fire, setting up a tent and campsite cooking. We then brainstormed items we need and created group and personal equipment…