@conscorridor

Connecting the science of connectivity to conservation and management

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Global ecosystems are threatened by rapid expansion of linear infrastructure like roads. A new publication from @Largelandscapes & @World_Wildlife compiles 170+ resources to shortlist 10 best practices essential for supporting communities and biodiversity. worldwildlife.org/publicatio…
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We may not know exactly who is in the deep ocean...🐠🐙🦑 ... but new research reveals that deep-sea ecosystems are more connected across oceans than shallow waters, meaning we need for conservation strategies that protect biodiversity at all depths: conservationcorridor.org/dig…
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We're helping spread the word about GECOT! 🧰⚒️ GECOT is an open-source connectivity tool from @CecilehAlbert & colleagues that can address cumulative effects between conservation actions and optimize connectivity planning: conservationcorridor.org/dig…
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Need another tool in your connectivity toolbox?🛠️ Check out Connecting Landscapes(CoLa) from @PatrickJantz & colleagues to help integrate habitat connectivity into land-use planning and development assessments: conservationcorridor.org/dig…
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Will the world's protected areas be enough to safeguard species from major biodiversity threats? New research shows 76% of highly threatened areas lack adequate protection. Read more in our latest digest: conservationcorridor.org/dig…
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Over the past 200 years, Iowa has lost 99 percent of its prairie land. Experts are calling for Iowa to focus on creating ecological corridors to reconnect isolated habitat and allow wildlife movement. thegazette.com/environment-n…

Experts, researchers urge Iowa to adopt connectivity corridors to preserve wildlife

To curb habitat loss and help protect wildlife across the state, experts are pushing for Iowa to adopt “connectivity corridors.”

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The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in California just entered the final phase of construction. It will become the world's largest wildlife crossing and it will save mountain lions and other species from extinction while also protecting motorists. smdp.com/business/developmen…
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The relationship between #biodiversity and habitat #connectivity is complicated! 🌿 We highlight new research that shows woodland connectivity enhances biodiversity, especially in landscapes with low woodland cover. conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Connectivity matters - but especially where woodland cover is scarce - Conservation Corridor

In the face of global biodiversity loss, improving connectivity remains a key strategy for conserving and restoring ecosystems. Connectivity can help biodiversity by enabling dispersal, promoting...

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The state of Montana passed two pieces of legislation this spring that will fund new wildlife crossings across the state. The Center's Kylie Paul praised the bills and the role they will play in reconnecting fragmented landscapes. mountainjournal.org/montana-…

Montana Passes Landmark Wildlife Crossing Legislation

New bills establish dedicated funding for infrastructure to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and reconnect fragmented habitats.

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Wouldn't it be nice if everything was rolled up in one place? Get a summary of the latest news, science, and ideas on #corridors and #connectivity - once a month 🗓️ Sign up for our newsletter at conservationcorridor.org
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New research advances efforts to protect marine species by identifying key migration sites and corridors. Learn more in our latest digest 🌊🌊🌊 @ExploreMiCO conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Identifying key connections for migratory marine animals - Conservation Corridor

Migratory species are ubiquitous across all taxonomic groups. However, many migratory species are currently in decline. For migratory marine species in particular, almost half of all species are...

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How can we reduce road mortality and improve connectivity for wildlife? Read our newest digest to learn more about the strategy that reduced amphibian road mortality by 80%! conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Wildlife underpasses reduce amphibian mortality - Conservation Corridor

Wildlife crossings - overpasses, underpasses, and other structures that span linear infrastructure - are known to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions, mitigate climate change, and promote connectivity...

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"connectivity is likely to be more impacted as ocean depth increases, meaning that species will be less likely to find suitable habitats under climate change at the greatest ocean depths" Read more in our latest digest... conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Climate warming disproportionately impacts deep-sea connectivity - Conservation Corridor

Connectivity is crucial for helping species adapt to climate change. When that adaptation includes moving to a new location, connectivity facilitates range shifts by allowing species to move to a...

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Fences can restrict wildlife movement and block access to essentials like food and water. Wildlife-friendly fencing can alleviate some of the harshest consequences for wildlife. Read more: mountainjournal.org/wyoming-…

Wyoming Wildlife: Game and Fish Releases Revised Fencing Guide

Third edition of landowner handbook reflects updates in research and wildlife-friendly fencing options.

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Biodiversity leakage could compromise the efficacy of conservation projects like 30x30. New research breaks down how to confront this “leakage.” Learn more in our latest digest: conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Fixing biodiversity leakage to improve conservation success - Conservation Corridor

Area-based protection initiatives like 30x30 – the global effort to protect 30% of earth’s land and water by 2030 – aim to conserve biodiversity in part by removing the possibility of extractive...

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What's the optimal width for corridors? New research shows that "pinch points" may not effect corridor effectiveness for insects. Read more in our latest digest 🦋 conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Do pinch points in corridors matter for insect biodiversity? - Conservation Corridor

Corridors provide both functional connectivity and structural connectivity. While structural connectivity assesses how connected landscape elements are, functional connectivity measures the degree to...

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Habitat fragmentation affects even the smallest creatures! Learn more about edge effects and soil microorganisms in our newest digest 🦠🦠🦠 @clairecwinfrey conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Habitat fragmentation and edges matter for soil microorganisms - Conservation Corridor

A single gram of soil can harbor as many as 10 billion microorganisms—bacteria, archaea, and fungi—across thousands of unique species. These tiny soil inhabitants collectively have a huge impact....

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A recent survey found that 87% of U.S. respondents supported the idea of building new wildlife crossings. Wildlife crossings with fencing have been found to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions by up to 97% when placed in areas of known animal movement. environmentamerica.org/resou…

A survey of public opinions on wildlife crossings

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Road underpasses can help wildlife avoid habitat fragmentation, but new research shows that #lightpollution may affect the benefits of road underpasses for wildlife. The good news... it's reversible! conservationcorridor.org/dig…

Light pollution decreases usefulness of road underpasses - Conservation Corridor

Strategies to combat habitat fragmentation, such structures that help wildlife cross roads like over- and underpasses, may have to contend with more than just fragmentation. Other anthropogenic...

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New Mexico has set aside $50 million to build over- and underpasses for wildlife in the state. This is the largest amount a U.S. state has earmarked for this purpose. wildlife.org/new-mexico-puts…

New Mexico puts aside wildlife crossing funding - The Wildlife Society

The $50 million is the largest amount of money a state has set aside for wildlife crossings in the U.S.

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