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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · May 23

Are you attending #ICCB25?
Join this free workshop on monitoring #GeneticDiversity 🧬using ecological and genetic data.

🗓 Sign up by June 3!

Watch this video for how to register: www.loom.com/share/60478c...

@iccb2025.bsky.social @robynshaw.bsky.social @cegrueber.bsky.social @annamac.bsky.social

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Mar 3

Securing financial resources is crucial for #conservation. As we explore innovative funding solutions—this year’s #WWD2025 theme—let’s ensure all #wildlife receives support. No species should be left behind.

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Mar 3

25 years of conservation funding show deep taxonomic biases, focusing on a narrow subset of species—a new study revealed. New approaches are needed to shift funding toward vulnerable, neglected species. Figure from Guénard et al (2025). Read more at doi.org/10.1073/pnas...

The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Mar 3

Securing financial resources is crucial for #conservation. As we explore innovative funding solutions—this year’s #WWD2025 theme—let’s ensure all #wildlife receives support. No species should be left behind.

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Mar 3

This #WorldWildlifeDay, we call for urgent action to halt biodiversity loss. Preventing extinctions, protecting genetic diversity, & addressing human-wildlife conflict are key to achieving Target 4 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Learn more: www.cbd.int/gbf/targets/4 #WWD2025

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Feb 26

🧬🌏 #DYK Genetic diversity is declining worldwide—but we can take action! Targeted conservation efforts can help reverse the trend. Learn more in the policy brief (available in 16 languages) 👉 www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/resources-da... #Biodiversity #ConservationGenetics

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Feb 18

Fantastic work by @highlandnewt.bsky.social @go70north.bsky.social @debbiemleigh.bsky.social @gsegelbacher.bsky.social @cristiano-vernesi.bsky.social and many others

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Feb 18

🚨New #policy research! A recent study explores how the #conservation of #GeneticDiversity can be integrated into the EU’s Nature Restoration Regulations & why safeguarding genetic diversity is key to ecosystem resilience🌿
Read more here: www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/resources-da...

Genetic diversity is key to restoring nature — Coalition for Conservation Genetics

Find out how genetic diversity can be integrated into the EU’s Nature Restoration Regulations.

www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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Tammy Steeves @testeeves.bsky.social · Feb 17

Recreating @natforsdick.bsky.social 🧵 for #BIOL429_UC

'Current applications and future promise of genetic/genomic data for conservation in an Aotearoa NZ context' available as an OA peer-reviewed report in @docgovtnz.bsky.social #ScienceForConservation series:

www.doc.govt.nz/globalassets... 1/7

Cover of Forsdick et al. which features a digital illustration entitled Kia taiao ora, kia tangata ora by Isobel Joy Te Aho-White. Isobel Joy's illustration combines the principles of science through a Western lens with Mātauranga Māori understandings of whakapapa. The structures of DNA and a phylogenetic tree are treated with traditional Māori design to bring them into a contemporary, multicultural context. Here the DNA is envisaged as pātiki kōwhaiwhai, a pattern seen on the rafters of wharenui, to represent manaakitanga (hospitality), our connection to the environment, and how nourishment of the environment in turn nourishes the people. Behind is an abstracted phylogenetic tree with a weaving pattern treatment based on raukūmara and poutama designs, to represent connections/whakapapa and learning respectively.

Isobel Joy Te Aho White (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairoa, Kāi Tahu, Pākehā ki te Cornwall me te Denmark) is an illustrator based in Wellington, with a Bachelor of Design from Massey University, majoring in Illustration. Much of Isobel’s work incorporates Māori design and plant life that is native to Aotearoa New Zealand, and is inspired by her ancestral lineages of healers on both Māori and Pākehā sides.

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 31

🚨 #Policy brief for recent @nature.com paper: available in 14 languages (more to come)🚨

We highlight key recommendations for #policymakers, #conservation practitioners & researchers to safeguard #GeneticDiversity.

🔗Download the policy brief: www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/resources-da...

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 30

🌍Global study on 600+ species reveals an alarming decline in genetic diversity🧬

But there's hope: we have the tools and conservation strategies to prevent further decline - if we act now.

Read the paper by following the links below⬇️
#Biodiversity #GeneticDiversity #Conservation

Catherine Grueber @cegrueber.bsky.social · Jan 29

Out now in @nature.com! Our comprehensive meta-analysis of global terrestrial and marine genetic diversity demonstrates rapid loss of genetic diversity and identifies conservation interventions that could mitigate this process
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
🧪🌍🦤🧬
#consgen #PopGen

Global meta-analysis shows action is needed to halt genetic diversity loss - Nature

A comprehensive meta-analysis of global terrestrial and marine genetic diversity covering more than three decades of research demonstrates rapid loss of genetic diversity and identifies conservation i...

www.nature.com

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jul 9

In 2022, 196 countries agreed to halt #biodiversity loss and conserve #GeneticDiversity - but how? A new study shows it's possible to monitor genetic diversity globally using affordable methods. Discover more by following the link below:
www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/resources-da...

Genetic diversity can now be monitored worldwide — Coalition for Conservation Genetics

Multinational evaluation of genetic diversity indicators for the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · May 13

Want more information about #GeneticDiversity for the #SBSTTA26 talks? Check out the information packet below, full of handy resources!

Or follow this link to download the pdf: dropbox.com/scl/fi/a3uqp...

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · May 13

Heading to #SBSTTA26? Follow the link below and head over to the CCG website for useful resources about #GeneticDiversity indicators for the #KMGBF: coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/sbstta26

CBD - SBSTTA26 — Coalition for Conservation Genetics

coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Feb 15

Help us protect genetic diversity!
Expressions of interest are still open for the CCG (follow the links below). We're particularly interested in new members from underrepresented regions.

Closing date: the end of February. It's a leap year, so you get a bonus day to apply!

The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 16

Are you interested in advancing genetic diversity conservation in policy & practice? We're seeking new members to contribute to this mission, with a focus on coordination, shared understanding & inclusivity. Submit an Expression of interest here: www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/contact

Contact — Coalition for Conservation Genetics

www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 31

New webinar on genetic indicators hosted by the European Commission's Knowledge Centre for Biodiversity!
CCG, GBiKE & GEOBON shared results from an exciting project where indicators were assessed for 100s of species. Follow the link for more:
www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/resources-da...

New webinar with the European Commission's Knowledge Centre for Biodiversity — Coalition for Conse...

Indicators for monitoring genetic diversity in a global context

www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 22

Registrations are now open for this FREE online conservation genetics workshop in March: "Finding creative & collaborative solutions to knowledge & resource inequity in molecular conservation research" Follow the link to find out more: molecular-ecology.org

The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 16

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 16

Are you interested in advancing genetic diversity conservation in policy & practice? We're seeking new members to contribute to this mission, with a focus on coordination, shared understanding & inclusivity. Submit an Expression of interest here: www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org/contact

Contact — Coalition for Conservation Genetics

www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 16

Genetic diversity is crucial for helping populations adapt to climate change. This new study explores genetic monitoring & its role in managing the impacts of climate change for different species 🐸🐦🐺🌳 across 38 European countries. Read the paper to learn more: doi.org/10.1038/s415...

Monitoring of species’ genetic diversity in Europe varies greatly and overlooks potential climate ...

Comparing data on genetic monitoring efforts across Europe with the distributions of areas at species’ climatic niche margins, the authors show that monitoring efforts should be expanded to populati...

doi.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 12

"Conservation genomics can now be applied, at scale, to inform decision-makers and identify regions and their contained species that are most resilient, and most in need of conservation interventions."
Learn more about the California Conservation Genomics Project here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 11

A translational mindset & investment in training/tools are needed to revolutionize global biodiversity conservation using genomics. 🌏🌱🧬
Check out this article for guidance on how the results of basic research can be converted into direct practical benefits for conservation.
doi.org/10.1038/s415...

Translating genomic advances into biodiversity conservation - Nature Reviews Genetics

In this Perspective, Carolyn Hogg discusses the utility of genomic data to conservation and the importance of adopting a translational mindset to ensure that genomics is used to its full potential to ...

doi.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 5

How can we better integrate #genetic and #genomic tools into #biodiversity #conservation? Learn more in this recent paper by Bertola et al: doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

Gernot Segelbacher 🪶 🧬 @gsegelbacher.bsky.social · Jan 4

🦤 are you interested in #conservation ? and wondering if and how #genetic and #genomic tools can help you? Check out an overview conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... Thanks to all contributing authors!
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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 5

You can learn more about the background and origins of the CCG in our paper: doi.org/10.1111/csp2....
You can also find examples of CCG work (including with the Convention on Biological Diversity) on our website: www.coalitionforconservationgenetics.org

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The Coalition for Conservation Genetics @coalitioncongen.bsky.social · Jan 5

Our mission is to:
1️⃣ Align & amplify key messaging about how the protection of genetic diversity is essential.
2️⃣ Build a bridge between research and policy.
3️⃣ Increase the global capacity of the conservation genetics community.

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