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Scientific Study Calls for Holistic Conservation Goals

Research highlights the importance of a holistic approach to invasive species conservation projects. After invasive species have been removed from an ecosystem, how do you measure recovery, and what can we learn from past efforts? A new study in the scientific journal Biological Invasions titled “When does invasive species removal lead to ecological recovery? Implications […]

Written by on April 13, 2018

National Wildlife Federation: Reversing America’s Wildlife Crisis

The National Wildlife Federation outlines threats to American wildlife and identifies opportunities for meaningful conservation impact. A report by the National Wildlife Federation emphasizes the need for conservation action to prevent the loss and support the flourishing of North American native wildlife. American wildlife face a number of threats today, and even those that aren’t […]

Written by on April 5, 2018

Embracing the Ethics of Conservation

Island Conservation and animal welfare organizations formalize wildlife control ethics guidelines, and urge others to integrate these principles into their work. By: Gregg Howald Since its inception, Island Conservation has recognized the importance of animal welfare in the planning and implementation of invasive species removal projects. In a recent paper, we applied our experience and expertise […]

Written by on November 6, 2017

Women’s History Month: Sally Esposito & Jen Lape

For Women’s History Month, Sally Esposito, Director of Communications and Marketing for Island Conservation, reflects on a woman whose work and character inspire her. For Women’s History Month, I’m honored to share reflections on a colleague who inspires me—Island Conservation’s Deputy Director Jen Lape. From her origins of researching the ecology of coral reefs in graduate […]

Written by on March 22, 2017

Island Foxes Shed “Endangered” Status

Following intensive conservation efforts, Island Foxes are no longer endangered.  When Europeans settled on the Channel Islands, they brought with them a number of species that were novel to the native ecosystem. Pigs, sheep, deer, feral cats, and other animals introduced to the island began to disturb the native species’ relationships. Island Foxes, once abundant, started […]

Written by on August 17, 2016

In Evolutionary Twist, Island Foxes are “Genetically Flatlining”

Island Foxes set record for least genetic variation in a sexually reproducing species.  High genetic diversity among individuals in a species is usually optimal for survival, while low levels of genetic variation put a species at risk of extinction. In an evolutionary twist, Island Foxes native to the Channel Islands are challenging this long-standing principle. The […]

Written by on May 9, 2016