It’s hard to really notice how much difference our efforts make towards a cleaner and more sustainable planet. This is especially true if they happen over a long time. It’s easy to forget what things were like when they were “bad”. Still, there are little reminders how of how much the work of environmentalism is making things better, like in this lovely tale of sighting an osprey.
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Birds and the Climate Crisis – as the Earth warms, birds are going through some changes
The climate crisis is really hard on birds. Our feathered friends are going through a lot of, not so great, changes as the climate changes giving us a real life example of how this is effecting the world at large. Changes in migration patterns, size, and just disappearance is painting a bleak picture for the future.
Read MoreClimate Crisis To Bring Mass Extinction – large number of species will not survive
The climate crisis puts the world’s biodiversity in danger. As it gets warmer and weather gets more extreme, many plants and animals will not be able to survive these changes. Anywhere from 50-95% of species will become extinct in the next 50 years. That’s a lot.
Read MoreAlmonds and Bees – industrial orchards reliance on the insects are killing them
Almond milk is super popular but harvesting the main ingredient requires a lot more than just planting a tree and watching them flourish. It takes the work of a lot of bees and that work is killing them through a variety of ways.
Read MoreVR Headsets for Cows – an interesting experiment in anxiety reduction
Cows get anxious and when they are anxious, the milk they make isn’t as good. To help cows stay chill, one Russian farm is testing out VR headsets to help to help settle them down and boost their moods. If nothing else, it’s certainly an innovative way to solve the issue.
Read MoreUK Animals are in Danger – one in seven species faced with extinction
Animals in the UK are in trouble. Current numbers show that one in seven species are in danger of extinction and 41% are in decline. This is not great. The changes we make to our world, particularly in agriculture and climate change, is causing harm to the creatures we share the planet with.
Read MoreBreeding Sheep for Less Emissions – new initiative is called Grass to Gas
Livestock has come under fire for emissions. Cows are the most famous but sheep are feeling the heat too. The gas they emit when they. . . emit gas contributes heavily to global emissions so scientists are beginning to breed sheep that emit less called the Grass to Gas initiative.
Read MoreCosy Cactus Cat Tree – a soft cactus tree for cat is what love is all about
Cats are selfish creatures, but when they are ready, they’ll come for a long hug to keep you happy and smiling. But sometimes we’re not in the mood for snuggling up or playing with our cats, so what’s the alternative?
Read MorePhoto Recognition to Save Animals – the same system that tags you may help stop trafficking
The trafficking of chimpanzees is a problem. Many animals lose their lives to this crime. In order to help save them, researchers are turning to facial recognition technology but not for criminals, for the chimps!
Read MoreFrogLog – keep critters from getting trapped in your pool
We have pools for our own enjoyment but wildlife doesn’t realize that our swimming pools were not designed for their tiny bodies. They see body of water and just go for it. Which means you may find that you’ve got some uninvited guests at your next pool party who have no way to get out. The FrogLog gives small animals a way to get out of the pool.
Read MoreRoboRoach – turn a household pest into your cyborg servant
Cyborgs are awesome in movies but we aren’t exactly all the way to the half human/half robot future just yet. If you’re wondering what it would be like to have your own cyborg buddy though, the RoboRoach can give you some insight. It’s the cyborg roach you control with your phone.
Read MoreHire A Goat Grazer – use goats to take out your overgrown lawn
The favorite animal of the internet is cats but they better watch their back because goats are creeping up on them. If you’ve got a soft spot in your heart for the hooved and horned type of cuteness now Amazon lets you Hire A Goat Grazer to take care of your lawn.
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