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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 20h

We're looking for a Research Highlights Editor!

Research Highlights are short commentary papers that contextualise the latest research within the wider field 🌍

This role could be a great fit for an ECR looking to take the next steps into editing ✍️🧪

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Research Highlights Editor for Journal of Applied Ecology - British Ecological Society

Join the editorial board on Journal of Applied Ecology! Apply by 01 Nov 2025.

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

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 · 23h

Applications for our 2026 Associate Editor Mentoring Scheme close TOMORROW! ⏰🌏

If you'd like to learn more about the peer review process then this voluntary two-year role could be the role for you 🌱🧪

Find out more and apply: bit.ly/47uwYlD

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 1d

Machine learning for biosecurity: A probabilistic framework for invasive species management 🦒🌏

We present a novel machine learning (ML) framework to quantify species progression along the introduction–naturalization–invasion continuum 🖥️🧪

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 4d

Wild pollinators & honeybees respond differently to landscape-scale organic farming & increase sunflower yields 🐝🌏

Provides strategies to support different groups of wild pollinators through integrative landscape & field management & strengthen pollination services 🌻🧪

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Hollie Folkard-Tapp @hollietree.bsky.social · 5d

So excited to be part of this! Looking forward to speaking with you all on the 29th 🌱

Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 5d

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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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 5d

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

Our October issue is now available! 🫧🌎🧪

Features a range of topics including:
👉The case for integrated nature-climate action 🌱
👉Bird responses to the abandonment of artisanal gold mining 🐦
👉Marine constructions and substrate colour 🎨

Read more: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/13652664...

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 7d

Differences between terrestrial and offshore bird migration: Implications for offshore wind energy ⚡

Comparing terrestrial and offshore movements can reveal differences in migration that help target conservation efforts offshore 🌊

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 7d

Perceived & actual ecosystem services by fruit bats, birds & primates in litchi orchards agroecosystems 🦇🧪

Found relatively low incidences of crop raiding by fruit bats, highlighting the economic benefits of biocontrol by insectivorous bats & birds 💰🌏

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 9d

Uncertainty in blacklisting potential Pacific plant invaders using Species Distribution Models 📊🧪

Given the strong influence of thresholding on risk scores, results emphasise the need for transparent, context-specific threshold selection 💭🌏

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 11d

A globally influential area-condition metric is a poor proxy for invertebrate biodiversity 🐛🌏

Highlights the need to incorporate factors beyond habitat type & condition into site evaluations, & to complement metric use with species-based surveys 💭🧪

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Macroecology lab @unipotsdam @zurelllab.bsky.social · 24d

How reliable are model-based blacklists of invasive plant species if occurrence & environmental data are limited & under different model choices? New paper by PhD researcher Valén Holle @jappliedecology.bsky.social #SDM #invasive #plants #Pacific besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Uncertainty in blacklisting potential Pacific plant invaders using species distribution models

SDMs can provide valuable support for planning the preventive management of alien species. However, our findings show that blacklist outcomes are highly sensitive to modelling decisions. While ensemb....

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 12d

Using total abundance as a proxy for wild bee species richness: A practical tool for non-experts 🐝🌏

Proposes that employing an effective proxy for non-experts could enhance the evaluation of many local and regional conservation initiatives 📑🧪

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 13d

Did you know that our blog series with @aer-ese-bes.bsky.social, Field Diaries, is looking for new participants? 💭🧪

We've already shared a range of brilliant stories spanning waterfowl research to considering the sustainability of homestead farming! 🦆🌏

Find out more & get involved: bit.ly/4n8pyJ4

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 14d

Satellite images & GPS tracking reveal critically important but unprotected agricultural habitats for Arctic migratory waterfowl in Eurasian drylands 🛰️🐦

Suggests that targeted management is needed to preserve these habitats, & may benefit agriculture too 🌏🧪

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 14d

Experimental evidence from NZ rainforests: Selective control of invasive rats or possums triggered competitor release, with impacts on native seedfall 🐀🌏

Integrated management strategies are critical for positive conservation outcomes 📊🧪

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ZSL @zslofficial.bsky.social · 15d

🌎 “The global polycrisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and desertification cannot be tackled independently” …but Integrated Nature-Climate Action could provide a structure for transformative change, argue authors in this @jappliedecology.bsky.social paper 🧵

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Thijs Fijen @thijsfijen.bsky.social · 15d

Dutch solar parks approach pollinator & plant biodiversity levels of extensive grasslands, but only on the surface not covered by panels. Soil-emergent arthropods and butterflies lack behind. Proud of Timea for leading besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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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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Julissa Rojas-Sandoval @harrisia.bsky.social · 19d

🚨New paper alert! @jappliedecology.bsky.social
We developed a ML framework that predicts the invasion risk of non-native species
🌱 >90% accuracy in forecasting invasion success
⚠️ Flags high-risk species
📊 Quantifies uncertainty for better decisions
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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 18d

With #PeerReviewWeek coming to an end, we’re highlighting our previous blog post about collaborative peer review 👥

We believe collaborative #PeerReview can be fantastic training for Early Career Researchers and encourage it across the BES journals! 👇

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Journal of Applied Ecology @jappliedecology.bsky.social · 20d

As we near the end of #PeerReviewWeek, we'd like to say a massive thank you to everybody who has taken the time to review for us over the past year ✨🌏

Your efforts are crucial in helping us to continue to publish high quality research 📚🧪

Full list here: bit.ly/4m3WW2I

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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 20d

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 👇

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Methods in Ecology and Evolution @methodsinecoevol.bsky.social · 20d

🚨 Don't forget to sign up to our MEE live! next week 🚨

In this free online workshop, Ata Kalirad joins us to talk about their recent paper on Ecological Graph Theory, a method to simulate competition in structured populations 🌍 🧪

Find out more about the workshop and register 👇
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