Guernsey Beachcombers' Data Informs International Efforts to Combat Marine Plastic Pollution
A Guernsey beachcombing group's catalog of plastic bottles, sourced from international shipping lanes, provides evidence to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regarding the extent of marine plastic pollution, revealing the inadequacy of current regulations and informing potential solution...
Guernsey Beachcombers' Data Informs International Efforts to Combat Marine Plastic Pollution
A Guernsey beachcombing group's catalog of plastic bottles, sourced from international shipping lanes, provides evidence to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regarding the extent of marine plastic pollution, revealing the inadequacy of current regulations and informing potential solution...
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28% Bias Score
Citizen Scientists Track Invasive Sacred Ibis in Southern Italy
A citizen science project, "Sacro a Sud," is monitoring the invasive sacred ibis population in Southern Italy, following its spread from Northern Italy where in 2019, 1249 breeding pairs were recorded in 32 sites, with 11,000 birds observed in 19 roosting locations. The project aims to map its distr...
Citizen Scientists Track Invasive Sacred Ibis in Southern Italy
A citizen science project, "Sacro a Sud," is monitoring the invasive sacred ibis population in Southern Italy, following its spread from Northern Italy where in 2019, 1249 breeding pairs were recorded in 32 sites, with 11,000 birds observed in 19 roosting locations. The project aims to map its distr...
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52% Bias Score
Citizen Science Expands Oceanographic Data Collection
To overcome the limited reach of research vessels, scientists are equipping commercial ships, fishing boats, and even sailboats like those in the Vendée Globe race with sensors to collect oceanographic data, significantly expanding data collection, especially in under-sampled regions.
Citizen Science Expands Oceanographic Data Collection
To overcome the limited reach of research vessels, scientists are equipping commercial ships, fishing boats, and even sailboats like those in the Vendée Globe race with sensors to collect oceanographic data, significantly expanding data collection, especially in under-sampled regions.
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44% Bias Score
Night Hike Reveals Fluorescence, Bioluminescence, and Citizen Science's Role in Biodiversity
A guided night hike in Maryland's Patuxent River State Park illuminated the fluorescence of lichens and showcased nocturnal wildlife observation techniques, emphasizing citizen science initiatives like iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge to engage the public with biodiversity.
Night Hike Reveals Fluorescence, Bioluminescence, and Citizen Science's Role in Biodiversity
A guided night hike in Maryland's Patuxent River State Park illuminated the fluorescence of lichens and showcased nocturnal wildlife observation techniques, emphasizing citizen science initiatives like iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge to engage the public with biodiversity.
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0% Bias Score
Smart Bird Feeders Boost Birdwatching Amid Population Decline
Smart bird feeders, equipped with cameras, are increasing birdwatching participation despite declining North American bird populations; Bird Buddy, a leading company in this space, has sold 350,000 units since 2022, and a partnership with the National Audubon Society aims to leverage this technology...
Smart Bird Feeders Boost Birdwatching Amid Population Decline
Smart bird feeders, equipped with cameras, are increasing birdwatching participation despite declining North American bird populations; Bird Buddy, a leading company in this space, has sold 350,000 units since 2022, and a partnership with the National Audubon Society aims to leverage this technology...
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48% Bias Score