Island Conservation
New research published in PLOS ONE prioritizes islands where the removal of invasive species is feasible and will prevent extinctions. Research published in PLOS ONE and led by Island Conservation staff identified 169 islands where the removal of invasive species by 2030 would benefit 9.4% of Earth’s highly threatened animals. Restoration of 107 of these […]
Removing invasive species from islands is one of the most effective conservation actions and new research identifies exactly how beneficial it can be. New research published in the journal PLOS One earlier this year identified the 169 islands where the removal of invasive species is possible by 2030. The study was conducted by 50 world-renowned […]
Nearly 10% of island extinctions can be prevented through the eradication of invasive mammals on 169 islands, global collaboration shows. Embargoed Until March 27, 2019, 2 PM EST/11 AM PST Contact: Sally Esposito, Island Conservation, sally.esposito@islandconservation.org, +1 (706) 969-2783Resources:Interviews, Infographic, Photography (Floreana Island, Gough Island, Selkirk Island, Lehua Island, Cabritos Island), B-roll, 169 Islands List […]