Zoë
@zoobluetopics.bsky.social
Interpretation & wildlife specialist 🌿 Basically I'm obsessed with signs (+behaviour change) 🤓
Interests include...
science education & communication ⚛️
visitor engagement 👣
writing & reading 📖
zoology & conservation 🦓🧬
art & design 🎨🖱️
Interests include...
science education & communication ⚛️
visitor engagement 👣
writing & reading 📖
zoology & conservation 🦓🧬
art & design 🎨🖱️
Signs should work for everyone.
4 quick wins for better accessibility:
📝 Low wordcounts
👀 More visuals
⚖️ Strong contrast
📏 Install at low heights
Small changes make a big impact!
#Accessibility #DesignMatters #zoos
4 quick wins for better accessibility:
📝 Low wordcounts
👀 More visuals
⚖️ Strong contrast
📏 Install at low heights
Small changes make a big impact!
#Accessibility #DesignMatters #zoos
September 18, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Signs should work for everyone.
4 quick wins for better accessibility:
📝 Low wordcounts
👀 More visuals
⚖️ Strong contrast
📏 Install at low heights
Small changes make a big impact!
#Accessibility #DesignMatters #zoos
4 quick wins for better accessibility:
📝 Low wordcounts
👀 More visuals
⚖️ Strong contrast
📏 Install at low heights
Small changes make a big impact!
#Accessibility #DesignMatters #zoos
I love a spreadsheet! Fair reminder that I should brush up on R though
Many have sworn off spreadsheets, others swear by them. Some swear profusely when they’re forced to use them. New @nature.com, six questions to make the most of your spreadsheets in science. 🧪 Feat @yabellini.bsky.social @cghlewis.bsky.social & more #datasci www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Six questions to ask before jumping into a spreadsheet
Spreadsheet software can be frustrating, but adopting some helpful habits can improve its effectiveness.
www.nature.com
August 13, 2025 at 2:25 PM
I love a spreadsheet! Fair reminder that I should brush up on R though
Reposted by Zoë
Two lynx roam Scottish Highlands after suspected ‘illegal release’.
Species reintros should only happen with extensive public consultation and agreement, so this is *not* how it ought to be done. That said, it'll be interesting to see how this story develops.
www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-4...
Species reintros should only happen with extensive public consultation and agreement, so this is *not* how it ought to be done. That said, it'll be interesting to see how this story develops.
www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-4...
Two lynx on the loose in Scottish Highlands in suspected ‘illegal release’
The CNPA says it is working alongside Police Scotland to establish what has happened, and assured the public that the large cats are of “low risk” to the general public due to their shy nature
www.irishexaminer.com
January 9, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Two lynx roam Scottish Highlands after suspected ‘illegal release’.
Species reintros should only happen with extensive public consultation and agreement, so this is *not* how it ought to be done. That said, it'll be interesting to see how this story develops.
www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-4...
Species reintros should only happen with extensive public consultation and agreement, so this is *not* how it ought to be done. That said, it'll be interesting to see how this story develops.
www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-4...
If you visit Chester Zoo's snow leopards, you'll see the suite of signage that includes this wooden map sign, and an interactive wheel on the next wall.
So much effort goes into what visitors will see. The core conservation messages are in the middle as visitors can enter from both sides!
So much effort goes into what visitors will see. The core conservation messages are in the middle as visitors can enter from both sides!
January 5, 2025 at 10:32 PM
If you visit Chester Zoo's snow leopards, you'll see the suite of signage that includes this wooden map sign, and an interactive wheel on the next wall.
So much effort goes into what visitors will see. The core conservation messages are in the middle as visitors can enter from both sides!
So much effort goes into what visitors will see. The core conservation messages are in the middle as visitors can enter from both sides!
Reposted by Zoë
Research explains how foxes hunting mice can plunge down into the snow at high speeds without injuring their poor little snouts.
How a fox skull shape conquers the snow
Research explains how foxes hunting mice can plunge down into the snow at high speeds without injuring their poor little snouts.
www.npr.org
December 27, 2024 at 7:29 PM
Research explains how foxes hunting mice can plunge down into the snow at high speeds without injuring their poor little snouts.
To those who know me it's no secret I'm passionate about signs. The number one thing I like to see in a sign is clarity! Signs should be easy to read and understand.
December 19, 2024 at 8:43 PM
To those who know me it's no secret I'm passionate about signs. The number one thing I like to see in a sign is clarity! Signs should be easy to read and understand.
Reposted by Zoë
Exactly. Vaccines are not about "freedom of choice." Vaccines are about public health.
Someone’s reproductive health choices have zero direct impact on me. Someone’s decision to not be vaccinated against transmissible disease could kill me.
I didn’t think this could worse but then Jared Polis compared vaccine choice to reproductive rights.
November 15, 2024 at 7:49 PM
Exactly. Vaccines are not about "freedom of choice." Vaccines are about public health.
Reposted by Zoë
Life is short. Write that novel. Paint that painting. Try new recipes. Learn black magic. Go into the forest at night. Summon a demon. Earn that demon's trust. Become best friends with it. Brag to everyone else about your new cool demon best friend. Knit that sweater.
November 15, 2024 at 11:42 PM
Life is short. Write that novel. Paint that painting. Try new recipes. Learn black magic. Go into the forest at night. Summon a demon. Earn that demon's trust. Become best friends with it. Brag to everyone else about your new cool demon best friend. Knit that sweater.
As a new parent, if the box restored 8 hours of sleep I'd be right in there 😂
November 16, 2024 at 7:32 AM
As a new parent, if the box restored 8 hours of sleep I'd be right in there 😂
Interested to see what Blue Sky is like! I used to love finding new things on Twitter but haven't been there for years now.
November 15, 2024 at 8:37 PM
Interested to see what Blue Sky is like! I used to love finding new things on Twitter but haven't been there for years now.