New Paper Shows Invasive Species Removal is a Nature-Based Solution for Climate Resilience
Island Conservation and partners have published a new paper quantifying ecosystem resilience on restored islands!
Restoring islands for nature and people worldwide.
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January 26, 2017
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New Zealand has come far in its pest-management abilities, but the invasive species continue to thrive at the expense of native species and national interests. Richard Griffiths, Project Director with Island Conservation pointed out, “With current techniques, it’s not feasible.”
To suppress the rise of invasive predators, the country will need to refine their methods and employ new technologies. Fortunately, new technologies are emerging and promise greater efficiency in the years to come. Planning well will be a significant part of the success of the program. Griffiths commented:
You generally have just one chance to get it right. So 90% of the work is planning and logistics.
With good planning and innovative breakthroughs, Predator Free 2050 could very well be a realistic endeavor. New Zealand has come far since it’s first-ever eradication in 1963; the future is bright for the dedicated and optimistic country, and for conservationists mitigating impacts of invasive species around the world.
Featured photo: Antipodean Wandering Albatross Chick on NZ Antipodes Island. Credit: Jason Zito/Island Conservation
Source: Scientific American
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