brendangodley.bsky.social
Conservation Scientist, U of Exeter, Cornwall (UK). Biodiversity, ecology & conservation (research, practice & education). Esp. marine realm- sea turtles, fisheries, and ocean plastic. Academic Lead at @exetermarine.bsky.social & @exetergses.bsky.social
👤 Joined on 10 October 2023
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@brendangodley.bsky.social🦈 🌐 🧪 🦤 46 years of basking shark sightings in Ireland reveal rising numbers, larger groups, and seasonal hotspots tied to ocean conditions. Ireland remains a key habitat for this species, underscoring the need for targeted and dynamic management. bit.ly/esr01515
Show Post🦤🦈🌊 Angelshark (Squatina squatina) detections on baited remote underwater video stations in Cardigan Bay demonstrate repeated habitat use, supporting the IUCN Cardigan-Caernarfon Bay Important Shark and Ray Area as important habitat area. bit.ly/esr01518
Show Post🦤🌐 🧪 A new study on the threatened moss Buxbaumia viridis predicts a potentially drastic loss of suitable habitat in Slovenia under future climate scenarios. Protecting deadwood-rich spruce-dominated forests may be critical for its long-term survival. bit.ly/esr01520
Show Post🦤🌐🧪 New ESR study provides quantitative reference data on dorsal hair of the Critically Endangered European mink Mustela lutreola, supporting interpretation of hair samples for conservation monitoring and reference collections.
Show Post🦤🌐🧪 Acoustic tracking of 48 reef manta rays showed South Africa’s iSimangaliso Wetland Park is an important refuge, while protection in Mozambique is limited. Mantas moved between countries, so will need coordinated regional conservation. bit.ly/esr01527
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