Prof Mary-Anne Lea
@pelagicblue.bsky.social
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New paper:
Culture and conservation in baleen whales
@ellengarland.bsky.social, @petercorkeron.bsky.social, Mike Noad, Briana Abrahms, @jennyallen13.bsky.social, @rconstantine.bsky.social, @lrendell.bsky.social, Renata Sousa-Lima, Kate Stafford, @emma-carroll.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1098/rstb...
Culture and conservation in baleen whales
@ellengarland.bsky.social, @petercorkeron.bsky.social, Mike Noad, Briana Abrahms, @jennyallen13.bsky.social, @rconstantine.bsky.social, @lrendell.bsky.social, Renata Sousa-Lima, Kate Stafford, @emma-carroll.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1098/rstb...
Culture and conservation in baleen whales | Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences
Culture, defined as information or behaviours shared within a population and acquired from conspecifics through social learning, acts as a second inheritance system which has important implications for species' ecology and evolution. Understanding the ...
doi.org
May 1, 2025 at 8:54 AM
New paper:
Culture and conservation in baleen whales
@ellengarland.bsky.social, @petercorkeron.bsky.social, Mike Noad, Briana Abrahms, @jennyallen13.bsky.social, @rconstantine.bsky.social, @lrendell.bsky.social, Renata Sousa-Lima, Kate Stafford, @emma-carroll.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1098/rstb...
Culture and conservation in baleen whales
@ellengarland.bsky.social, @petercorkeron.bsky.social, Mike Noad, Briana Abrahms, @jennyallen13.bsky.social, @rconstantine.bsky.social, @lrendell.bsky.social, Renata Sousa-Lima, Kate Stafford, @emma-carroll.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1098/rstb...
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Why are Procellariiform seabirds most diverse in the Southern Hemisphere?
Our study found that wind patterns and time since evolutionary origin best explain the extratropical peak in breeding species richness of these remarkable seabirds. 🐦💨
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Our study found that wind patterns and time since evolutionary origin best explain the extratropical peak in breeding species richness of these remarkable seabirds. 🐦💨
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
October 30, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Why are Procellariiform seabirds most diverse in the Southern Hemisphere?
Our study found that wind patterns and time since evolutionary origin best explain the extratropical peak in breeding species richness of these remarkable seabirds. 🐦💨
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Our study found that wind patterns and time since evolutionary origin best explain the extratropical peak in breeding species richness of these remarkable seabirds. 🐦💨
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
[COMMENTARY]
This October, as delegates gather to discuss CCAMLR priorities, the authors of a new commentary argue, “At stake is more than a fishing rule, but also the commitment to manage fisheries proactively, rather than reactively.”
** Views are authors'.
This October, as delegates gather to discuss CCAMLR priorities, the authors of a new commentary argue, “At stake is more than a fishing rule, but also the commitment to manage fisheries proactively, rather than reactively.”
** Views are authors'.
Abandoning Antarctic krill management measure threatens conservation progress (commentary)
All along the western Antarctic Peninsula, whales, penguins and seals in their millions depend on krill (Euphausia superba) throughout the year. In the most rapidly warming region on the continent,…
news.mongabay.com
October 14, 2025 at 9:21 PM
[COMMENTARY]
This October, as delegates gather to discuss CCAMLR priorities, the authors of a new commentary argue, “At stake is more than a fishing rule, but also the commitment to manage fisheries proactively, rather than reactively.”
** Views are authors'.
This October, as delegates gather to discuss CCAMLR priorities, the authors of a new commentary argue, “At stake is more than a fishing rule, but also the commitment to manage fisheries proactively, rather than reactively.”
** Views are authors'.
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
Fascinating! 😍 Still so much to discover and learn!
Announcement: 30 new species discovered from expeditions to the Southern Ocean. Read more 👇
oceancensus.org/press-releas...
@schmidtocean.bsky.social #NewSpecies
oceancensus.org/press-releas...
@schmidtocean.bsky.social #NewSpecies
Carnivorous “Death-Ball” Sponge Among 30 New Deep-Sea Species from the Southern Ocean
Thirty previously unknown deep-sea species, including a carnivorous “death-ball” sponge, have been confirmed from one of the most remote parts of the planet by The Nippon Foundation–Nekton Ocean Censu...
oceancensus.org
October 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Fascinating! 😍 Still so much to discover and learn!
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New in @natrevbiodiv.nature.com: our review of the influence of #seabirds, via their nutrient transfer, on islands & adjacent marine ecosystems 🐦🏝️🪸
We highlight knowledge gaps & future directions ✨
"The circular seabird economy is critical for oceans, islands and people": doi.org/10.1038/s443...
We highlight knowledge gaps & future directions ✨
"The circular seabird economy is critical for oceans, islands and people": doi.org/10.1038/s443...
October 27, 2025 at 7:49 AM
New in @natrevbiodiv.nature.com: our review of the influence of #seabirds, via their nutrient transfer, on islands & adjacent marine ecosystems 🐦🏝️🪸
We highlight knowledge gaps & future directions ✨
"The circular seabird economy is critical for oceans, islands and people": doi.org/10.1038/s443...
We highlight knowledge gaps & future directions ✨
"The circular seabird economy is critical for oceans, islands and people": doi.org/10.1038/s443...
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
the IUCN have passed the Longevity Conservation motion put forward to them by @kellerfish.bsky.social and @pili-scotland.bsky.social and based on the paper we wrote on the value of older individuals in animal societies.
www.cdu.edu.au/news/global-...
www.cdu.edu.au/news/global-...
Global body adopts policy to protect Earth’s old, wise and large animals | Charles Darwin University
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recognised Charles Darwin University-led research into the Earth’s oldest animals with the adoption of the ‘Longevity Conservation’ global...
www.cdu.edu.au
October 24, 2025 at 8:28 AM
the IUCN have passed the Longevity Conservation motion put forward to them by @kellerfish.bsky.social and @pili-scotland.bsky.social and based on the paper we wrote on the value of older individuals in animal societies.
www.cdu.edu.au/news/global-...
www.cdu.edu.au/news/global-...
HPAI H5N1 likely linked to elephant seal mortality on sub-Antarctic Heard Island
Scientists fear bird flu outbreak after elephant seal deaths on Heard Island
Scientists suspect a deadly strain of bird flu, H5N1, has infected wildlife on Heard Island after observing a high mortality rate in elephant seals on the Australian territory in the sub-Antarctic.
www.abc.net.au
October 25, 2025 at 5:39 AM
HPAI H5N1 likely linked to elephant seal mortality on sub-Antarctic Heard Island
Ancient Murijuga cultural depictions of locally extinct Tasmanian devils and Thylacines
Ancient rock art in northern WA shows Tasmanian tiger, Tasmanian devil
There are more than 2 million artworks on the rocks at Murujuga, with more stories under the waves.
www.abc.net.au
October 25, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Ancient Murijuga cultural depictions of locally extinct Tasmanian devils and Thylacines
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Explore the complex relationships between various challenges to achieving transformative change in this graphic from the IPBES #TransformativeChange Summary for Policymakers. 📊
Find out more: https://www.ipbes.net/transformative-change/media-release
Find out more: https://www.ipbes.net/transformative-change/media-release
October 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Explore the complex relationships between various challenges to achieving transformative change in this graphic from the IPBES #TransformativeChange Summary for Policymakers. 📊
Find out more: https://www.ipbes.net/transformative-change/media-release
Find out more: https://www.ipbes.net/transformative-change/media-release
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
Our Career Development Fellowships are still open for applications. This scheme provides early career scientists from underrepresented groups with research funding and training opportunities to build a strong base for a successful research career: #RSGrants royalsociety.org/grants/caree...
October 20, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Our Career Development Fellowships are still open for applications. This scheme provides early career scientists from underrepresented groups with research funding and training opportunities to build a strong base for a successful research career: #RSGrants royalsociety.org/grants/caree...
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
Bit of a extratropical cyclone to the south of Tasmania/ Lutruwita today. Been blowing the proverbial all day and probably all tomorrow too.
Over it 😤
Over it 😤
October 19, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Bit of a extratropical cyclone to the south of Tasmania/ Lutruwita today. Been blowing the proverbial all day and probably all tomorrow too.
Over it 😤
Over it 😤
Opportunity for ecosystem-based fisheries management in northern European waters
In Northeast Atlantic, Management of Small Fish Should Account for Broader Ecosystem
Northeast Atlantic governments have an opportunity to catalyze major global change. As seafood demand rises and aquaculture grows, achieving a balance between ecological and industrial needs is urgent...
www.pew.org
October 19, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Opportunity for ecosystem-based fisheries management in northern European waters
“In her pioneering studies in the lush rainforest of Tanzania’s Gombe Stream Game Reserve, now a national park, Goodall noted that the most successful chimp leaders were gentle, caring and familial.” @mireyamayor.bsky.social
@theconversation.com
@theconversation.com
Jane Goodall, the gentle disrupter whose research on chimpanzees redefined what it meant to be human
Without formal scientific training, Goodall upended the study of animal behavior. She also inspired countless people to protect nature.
theconversation.com
October 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
“In her pioneering studies in the lush rainforest of Tanzania’s Gombe Stream Game Reserve, now a national park, Goodall noted that the most successful chimp leaders were gentle, caring and familial.” @mireyamayor.bsky.social
@theconversation.com
@theconversation.com
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
If you think the seasons are feeling… different, you may be right.
Our new review in Science (@science.org) shows that Earth’s changing rhythms could have major and underestimated consequences for life on Earth. 🌍🧵
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Our new review in Science (@science.org) shows that Earth’s changing rhythms could have major and underestimated consequences for life on Earth. 🌍🧵
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Ecological and evolutionary consequences of changing seasonality
Climate change and other anthropogenic drivers alter seasonal regimes across freshwater, terrestrial, and marine biomes. Seasonal patterns affect ecological and evolutionary processes at different eco...
www.science.org
May 29, 2025 at 10:41 PM
If you think the seasons are feeling… different, you may be right.
Our new review in Science (@science.org) shows that Earth’s changing rhythms could have major and underestimated consequences for life on Earth. 🌍🧵
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Our new review in Science (@science.org) shows that Earth’s changing rhythms could have major and underestimated consequences for life on Earth. 🌍🧵
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
Five of Earth’s vital systems are close to a point of irreversible change, warns a new report released by a global network of scientists ahead of the upcoming U.N. climate change conference in Brazil.
Five crucial Earth systems near a tipping point: Report
Five of Earth’s vital systems are close to a point of irreversible change, warns a new report released by a global network of scientists ahead of the upcoming U.N. climate change conference in…
news.mongabay.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Five of Earth’s vital systems are close to a point of irreversible change, warns a new report released by a global network of scientists ahead of the upcoming U.N. climate change conference in Brazil.
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
A new IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas report, co-authored by WCS and launched at #IUCNcongress, offers compelling case studies on how to achieve large-scale conservation in an increasingly complex world. bit.ly/478ALTS
October 12, 2025 at 7:21 AM
A new IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas report, co-authored by WCS and launched at #IUCNcongress, offers compelling case studies on how to achieve large-scale conservation in an increasingly complex world. bit.ly/478ALTS
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
Many of California’s marine mammals have made remarkable recoveries over the last 50 years since bipartisan passage of the U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act.
But federal protections which made these recoveries possible could be substantially weakened if proposed amendments to the Act move ahead.
But federal protections which made these recoveries possible could be substantially weakened if proposed amendments to the Act move ahead.
Will California’s marine mammal conservation success come undone?
SAN DIEGO, U.S. — The bluff at La Jolla Cove in San Diego is covered with pelicans and cormorants; below, some two dozen sea lions lounge on a rocky ledge or bark and frolic in the shallows, some…
news.mongabay.com
October 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Many of California’s marine mammals have made remarkable recoveries over the last 50 years since bipartisan passage of the U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act.
But federal protections which made these recoveries possible could be substantially weakened if proposed amendments to the Act move ahead.
But federal protections which made these recoveries possible could be substantially weakened if proposed amendments to the Act move ahead.
Reposted by Prof Mary-Anne Lea
Jane Goodall, who revealed the intimate lives of chimpanzees and gave the modern world a language of hope, has died at the age of 91.
“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference,” she told audiences. Those words remain her truest epitaph.
“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference,” she told audiences. Those words remain her truest epitaph.
Jane Goodall (1934–2025): primatologist, conservationist, and messenger of hope
Jane Goodall, who revealed the intimate lives of chimpanzees and gave the modern world a language of hope, has died at the age of 91. Over the course of six decades, she moved from an unlikely young…
news.mongabay.com
October 2, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Jane Goodall, who revealed the intimate lives of chimpanzees and gave the modern world a language of hope, has died at the age of 91.
“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference,” she told audiences. Those words remain her truest epitaph.
“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference,” she told audiences. Those words remain her truest epitaph.
New Study Bolsters Case for Predator-Focused Management of Antarctic Krill Fishery
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@pewresearch.org
New Study Bolsters Case for Predator-Focused Management of Antarctic Krill Fishery
Antarctic krill are small crustaceans – they grow to around 2.5 inches (6.4 centimetres) – and are at the center of the Antarctic marine food web, critical as prey for many other species, including pe...
www.pew-bertarelli-ocean-legacy.org
September 28, 2025 at 11:23 PM
New Study Bolsters Case for Predator-Focused Management of Antarctic Krill Fishery
@pewresearch.org
@pewresearch.org
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I am pleased to share our new review paper detailing killer whale interactions with commercial fisheries in Frontiers in Marine Science!
www.frontiersin.org/journals/mar...
www.frontiersin.org/journals/mar...
September 26, 2025 at 5:56 PM
I am pleased to share our new review paper detailing killer whale interactions with commercial fisheries in Frontiers in Marine Science!
www.frontiersin.org/journals/mar...
www.frontiersin.org/journals/mar...
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🌍🦋 Across 6 continents, 21 sites & 15,000 paper moths, we joined a worldwide experiment led by @wlallen.bsky.social & Iliana Medina, showing how ecological context shapes the evolution of animal colouration.
Proud to be part of this global team effort: doi.org/10.1126/scie...
Proud to be part of this global team effort: doi.org/10.1126/scie...
September 25, 2025 at 6:39 PM
🌍🦋 Across 6 continents, 21 sites & 15,000 paper moths, we joined a worldwide experiment led by @wlallen.bsky.social & Iliana Medina, showing how ecological context shapes the evolution of animal colouration.
Proud to be part of this global team effort: doi.org/10.1126/scie...
Proud to be part of this global team effort: doi.org/10.1126/scie...
Where have the hooded seals gone on the melting ice floes? @theconvo-bot.bsky.social
Où sont passés les phoques à capuchon, sur la banquise qui fond ?
Que se passe-t-il quand l’espèce animale qu’on étudie commence à disparaître ? Certains biologistes marins, qui étudient le phoque à capuchon, doivent aujourd’hui se poser la question.
theconversation.com
September 19, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Where have the hooded seals gone on the melting ice floes? @theconvo-bot.bsky.social
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Australia’s veterinary medicine regulator has approved a vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia, one of the leading causes of koala infertility and death.
Researchers found the single-dose vaccine reduced mortality in wild koalas by at least 65%.
Researchers found the single-dose vaccine reduced mortality in wild koalas by at least 65%.
Australia approves the world’s first chlamydia vaccine for koalas
Australia’s veterinary medicine regulator has approved a vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia, one of the leading causes of koala infertility and death. Researchers found the single-dose vaccine…
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September 15, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Australia’s veterinary medicine regulator has approved a vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia, one of the leading causes of koala infertility and death.
Researchers found the single-dose vaccine reduced mortality in wild koalas by at least 65%.
Researchers found the single-dose vaccine reduced mortality in wild koalas by at least 65%.