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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · 1d

Our latest podcast series 'Included in Nature with Clare Rishbeth' explores the barriers to nature inclusion for various communities and the ways in which we can overcome them 🌱

This discussion is based on four reports deposited in Applied Ecology Resources 📚

Listen here 👇
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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 6d

We're thrilled to announce our first-ever webinar!

@hollietree.bsky.social & @pettorelli.bsky.social will be joining us to discuss how Integrated Nature-Climate Action can strengthen policy responses to biodiversity loss & climate change 🌍🧪

Learn more & register for free here 👇
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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · 7d

🌟 Our new issue is out! 🌟

Cover: Drone image of a passing vessel near a group of Florida manatees, captured by a community member as part of citizen reporting on manatee-vessel interactions. Photo by Taylor Masnjak

See what we've added so far: buff.ly/q8ViFDN

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 15d

There are just two weeks left to apply for our 2026 Associate Editor Mentoring Scheme! ⏰🌏

If you're based in the Global South and interested in learning about the peer review process through hands-on experience then learn more below 🧪👇

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · 19d

What would it look like to combine scientific research, public education, and ecosystem restoration all in one place? 🌱

Check out are latest blog post to find out more! 👇
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@holdenrestoration.bsky.social
@itsdrfunk.bsky.social

Restoring Forests, Engaging Landowners, Advancing Science – All in One Place

What would it look like to combine scientific research, public education, and ecosystem restoration all in one place? By Anna Funk, Holden Forests & Gardens Forest management plots with (right)…

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · 20d

This #PeerReviewWeek we'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has reviewed for us over the last year! We appreciate the time and effort spent in helping to ensure high-quality research is published 🌟

See our Reviewers here:
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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 21d

Did you know that all of our journals offer authors the chance to improve their manuscript's clarity for free? ✍️

This #PeerReviewWeek check out our post which explains why we made the decision to offer the Writefull service to all 👇

https://f.mtr.cool/rooofhshdm

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · 22d

📣 Sign up to our free online workshop!

Explore the evolving landscape of biodiversity and nature reporting, and the challenges of applying these within complex international supply chains with Dr. Tara Garraty, Tunley Environmental, and Benedicta Bakpa, Bespak 🌎💡

Register here: buff.ly/o0GFgVZ

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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 23d

Did you know that it's officially #PeerReviewWeek? 📑💭

Whether you're looking to learn more about #PeerReview for the first time or want to brush up on some best practice tips, check out our free guide below 👇

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Freshwater Habitats Trust @freshwaterhabitats.bsky.social · Sep 1

📢 A new study, published in @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social, sets out the vision for the Freshwater Network – our new national strategy to tackle the crisis facing freshwater species – and identifies the 24 most important landscapes for freshwater wildlife in England and Wales:

Building the Freshwater Network: A new approach to the identification of freshwater biodiversity hotspots and restoration opportunities in England and Wales

Existing water environment policy, mostly focused on the siloed management of large waters, has not succeeded in restoring freshwater biodiversity in England and Wales. This study outlines the Freshw...

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · Aug 27

Authors who are publishing an article with us are now able to submit a Plain Language Summary to be shared alongside their study! 💬🧪

These short-form pieces are aimed at making research accessible to a wider audience, & will be free to read🔖🌏

More info👇
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Journal of Animal Ecology @animalecology.bsky.social · Aug 20

🎙️ our latest podcast episode is live!
👨‍🔬 we spoke with our incredible Research Highlights Editor, Mariano Rodriguez-Cabal, about his research and his experience working as an editor on our journal.
🔉 listen in English here: buff.ly/9ZICMim
🔉 Escucha en español aquí: buff.ly/LX5Hw6k

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · Aug 19

Don’t forget the little guys: improving monitoring efforts for African small carnivores 🐾📸

New blog post out! 👇

Don’t forget the little guys: improving monitoring efforts for African small carnivores

Small carnivores are ecologically important species and key indicators of environmental change. However, for many of these species, we lack robust information on their conservation status, geograph…

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · Aug 18

Holly Woo shares her team's experience investigating the impact of urbanisation on ancient woodlands in the UK 🌲

See the blog post here! 👇
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@woointhewoods.bsky.social

Documenting decades of change in urban ancient woodlands

Holly Claire Woo shares her team’s experience investigating the impact of urbanisation on ancient woodlands in the UK. Imagine yourself in an ancient woodland: with a dappled canopy of broadl…

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · Aug 8

🔈New Blog Post - Conspecific vocalisations as a Wryneck conservation tool: if you play it, will they settle? appliedecologistsblog.com/2025/08/08/c...

Check out our research summary blogs for more details behind the research ⭐

Conspecific vocalisations as a Wryneck conservation tool: if you play it, will they settle?

Paula Schatte and co-authors share insight from their recent study examining the relative importance of food availability and conspecific vocalisations for breeding habitat selection during both th…

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · Jul 31

We're seeking a new Senior Editor! ⏰

Are you...
👉intrigued by the interface between ecology & biological resource management? 🌎
👉a clear communicator who enjoys working as part of a team? 💬
👉committed to maintaining high editorial standards? 🧪

More info 👇
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Senior Editor for Journal of Applied Ecology - British Ecological Society

Join the editorial board on Journal of Applied Ecology! Apply by 07 Sep 2025.

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · Jul 17

Registration for this year's @britishecologicalsociety.org Annual Meeting is now open! 🌎 #BES2025

Below, you can find Associate Editor mentee Ardiantiono's fantastic account of his experience attending for the first time last year! 🧪 👇

appliedecologistsblog.com/2025/07/17/b...

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · Jul 7

Our Special Feature with @methodsinecoevol.bsky.social is now available to read! 🌎🧪

It highlights the application of new technologies to help with pernicious applied problems, and also reflects on the promise and potential pitfalls of new emerging technologies 💡

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · Jul 2

Our Special Feature with @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social is now available to read! 🌎🧪

This collection aims to combine the latest insights and provide an integrated road map for ecologically optimal decisions on the energy transition 🛰️

Check it out 👇
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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · Jul 2

Our new issue is out! ⭐

See the exciting work that's been published so far: buff.ly/EZn5Zf5

Cover image by J.C. Eames
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Methods in Ecology and Evolution @methodsinecoevol.bsky.social · Jun 17

Check out our latest blog post in celebration of #Pride 🏳️‍🌈

In this post, @zoomingbio.bsky.social‬ shares fieldwork advice for researchers with marginalized identities.

Read the post here 👉 buff.ly/rJhjheF

#RainbowResearch

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Journal of Animal Ecology @animalecology.bsky.social · Jun 12

Read our latest blog post for Pride month below 🏳️‍🌈
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Journal of Animal Ecology @animalecology.bsky.social · Jun 11

Join Journal of Animal Ecology's Senior Editor Darren Evans at EcoNet2025 (tickets now open!) - www.ncl.ac.uk/nes/news/eve... 🦋🌿
@dmevans.bsky.social

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Ecol. Solutions & Evidence | Applied Ecol. Resources @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social · Jun 11

Mattia Brambilla & Francesca Roseo share their experience on The Applied Ecologist blog researching the impact of skiing on biodiversity in the European Alps ⛷️

See the post here! 👇
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The impact of downhill skiing on birds

Mattia Brambilla & Francesca Roseo share their experience researching the impact of skiing on biodiversity. Up and down mountains, along with their winged inhabitants For many years, both of us…

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · Jun 10

Check out our blog post in celebration of #Pride! 🏳️‍🌈🌎

Nathan Alexander & Jaime Coon share insights from a number of papers on LGBTQ+ inclusion in science, including fieldwork best practices & recommendations for LGBTQ+ data collection 💭🧪

👉 bit.ly/4jHkSIg

#RainbowResearch

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