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New study shows connection between marine and terrestrial restoration.

Ulong Island, Palau Study Shows First‑Ever Evidence of Seabird‑Driven Land-Sea Recovery

Early monitoring reveals surprising nutrient and reef‑fish responses, signaling faster‑than‑expected ecosystem recovery Koror, Republic of Palau | June 2026 —  Data from Ulong Island, Koror Republic of Palau shows that seabirds are returning, nutrients are moving from land to sea, and nearby reefs are beginning to rebound just one year after invasive rats were removed, providing [...]

Written by on June 8, 2026

New research co-led by Island Conservation’s Penny Becker shows people, wildlife, and marine environment benefit when island-ocean connections are restored

A research and conservation collaboration highlights rewilding islands and breaking down artificial silos for big marine and terrestrial gains Restoring and rewilding islands that have been decimated by damaging invasive species provides benefits to not only the terrestrial ecosystem but to coastal and marine environments as well. Linking land and sea through coordinated conservation efforts […]

Written by on December 5, 2022