Chris R. Shepherd
@chrisrshepherd.bsky.social
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This position is an ideal starter position for someone interested in gaining experience before applying for PhD funding. For further information: vacancies.ntu.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...
Research Assistant in Primate Behaviour:City Campus
Join us as a Research Assistant in Primate Behaviour! Gain excellent experience and skills working with a range of primatologists across NTU. A great stepping stone before embarking on a PhD!
vacancies.ntu.ac.uk
November 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
This position is an ideal starter position for someone interested in gaining experience before applying for PhD funding. For further information: vacancies.ntu.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...
Note these were smuggled, undetected (?) through the Bangkok airport...
www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/e...
www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/e...
Search for critically endangered primate that escaped from Kolkata airport called off
One of two black-shanked doucs being smuggled into the city from Bangkok had escaped from the custody of customs officials
www.telegraphindia.com
November 10, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Note these were smuggled, undetected (?) through the Bangkok airport...
www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/e...
www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/e...
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November 7, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Have you signed up to be notified about our FREE online, scholarly seminars given by our network of global experts? Our seminars cover a range of ornithological studies, training, species introspectives, conservation, and more. Sign up here:
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Bear Population Increases, Threatening the Lives of Japanese Citizens. We say - killing bears is not the answer. Habitat restoration is rural areas is fundamental. www.ipb.ac.id/news/index/2...
Bear Population Increases, Threatening the Lives of Japanese Citizens - IPB University
Di era tahun 1980-an, populasi beruang di Jepang berada pada titik nadir. Populasinya menurun drastis, bahkan di beberapa wilayah statusnya sudah terancam punah
www.ipb.ac.id
November 8, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Bear Population Increases, Threatening the Lives of Japanese Citizens. We say - killing bears is not the answer. Habitat restoration is rural areas is fundamental. www.ipb.ac.id/news/index/2...
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A news headline said: “We must save the grouse moors from the menace of David Attenborough.” Madness.
He’s backing a £30m plan to restore the Rothbury Estate — and guess who's not happy? The shooting lobby, of course.....
The only menace is those fighting to keep the killing fields alive.
#news
He’s backing a £30m plan to restore the Rothbury Estate — and guess who's not happy? The shooting lobby, of course.....
The only menace is those fighting to keep the killing fields alive.
#news
November 8, 2025 at 9:13 PM
A news headline said: “We must save the grouse moors from the menace of David Attenborough.” Madness.
He’s backing a £30m plan to restore the Rothbury Estate — and guess who's not happy? The shooting lobby, of course.....
The only menace is those fighting to keep the killing fields alive.
#news
He’s backing a £30m plan to restore the Rothbury Estate — and guess who's not happy? The shooting lobby, of course.....
The only menace is those fighting to keep the killing fields alive.
#news
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In this article, De Smedt et al discuss the rise of terrestrial #isopods in the #pettrade and the need for their inclusion in trade regulation. Interested in learning more? You can find their study at doi.org/10.1111/cobi...
#conservation #science #stem #stemwords #wordoftheweek #isopod
#conservation #science #stem #stemwords #wordoftheweek #isopod
November 9, 2025 at 12:26 AM
In this article, De Smedt et al discuss the rise of terrestrial #isopods in the #pettrade and the need for their inclusion in trade regulation. Interested in learning more? You can find their study at doi.org/10.1111/cobi...
#conservation #science #stem #stemwords #wordoftheweek #isopod
#conservation #science #stem #stemwords #wordoftheweek #isopod
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Leg-hold traps are still legal in Canada - and may be in your community. These traps cause significant injuries to fur-bearing animals, including family pets. Here are a few quick facts about leg-hold traps, and how to protect yourself and your family: buff.ly/qGkNmPf
November 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Leg-hold traps are still legal in Canada - and may be in your community. These traps cause significant injuries to fur-bearing animals, including family pets. Here are a few quick facts about leg-hold traps, and how to protect yourself and your family: buff.ly/qGkNmPf
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This summer, Canada’s tourism sector did more business than ever before — by welcoming the world and being our own best customer.
More good news: we just renewed the Canada Strong Pass for the holidays and summer 2026 — so it’s more affordable to explore our incredible country.
More good news: we just renewed the Canada Strong Pass for the holidays and summer 2026 — so it’s more affordable to explore our incredible country.
November 10, 2025 at 12:50 AM
This summer, Canada’s tourism sector did more business than ever before — by welcoming the world and being our own best customer.
More good news: we just renewed the Canada Strong Pass for the holidays and summer 2026 — so it’s more affordable to explore our incredible country.
More good news: we just renewed the Canada Strong Pass for the holidays and summer 2026 — so it’s more affordable to explore our incredible country.
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🦇 We are currently advertising two vacancies:
- Bats in Churches Advisor (Maternity cover) - Deadline 9am, Monday 17th November 2025
- Community Collaboration and Outreach Officer for Connecting People and Landscapes project - Deadline 9am Wednesday 12th November
- Bats in Churches Advisor (Maternity cover) - Deadline 9am, Monday 17th November 2025
- Community Collaboration and Outreach Officer for Connecting People and Landscapes project - Deadline 9am Wednesday 12th November
Jobs / Contracts - About Us - Bat Conservation Trust
Please note: BCT is a Living Wage employer. BCT strives to provide an accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments for any pa...
www.bats.org.uk
November 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM
🦇 We are currently advertising two vacancies:
- Bats in Churches Advisor (Maternity cover) - Deadline 9am, Monday 17th November 2025
- Community Collaboration and Outreach Officer for Connecting People and Landscapes project - Deadline 9am Wednesday 12th November
- Bats in Churches Advisor (Maternity cover) - Deadline 9am, Monday 17th November 2025
- Community Collaboration and Outreach Officer for Connecting People and Landscapes project - Deadline 9am Wednesday 12th November
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A recent study from Ktunaxa Nation indicates a proposed B.C. ski and recreation development could threaten grizzly bears, wolverines, and sacred lands.
Full release and paper >>
Full release and paper >>
Ktunaxa research shows interior B.C. wildlife corridor at tipping point — resort would be step too far - Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
The Zincton All-Season Resort proposed near New Denver, B.C., would cause significant harm to wildlife, habitat, and cultural values.
y2y.net
November 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM
A recent study from Ktunaxa Nation indicates a proposed B.C. ski and recreation development could threaten grizzly bears, wolverines, and sacred lands.
Full release and paper >>
Full release and paper >>
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Use our tool to contact your MP for a proper ban on hunting: protectthewild.org.uk/endhuntingnow/
November 8, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Use our tool to contact your MP for a proper ban on hunting: protectthewild.org.uk/endhuntingnow/
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Pick up one of our lovely pin badges and help support our work! protectthewild.shop/collections/...
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Pick up one of our lovely pin badges and help support our work! protectthewild.shop/collections/...
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Please keep signing and sharing! We cannot stand by as NatureScot allow a group of men to slaughter Gannet chicks in the name of tradition!
protectthewild.org.uk/gannet-petit...
protectthewild.org.uk/gannet-petit...
November 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Please keep signing and sharing! We cannot stand by as NatureScot allow a group of men to slaughter Gannet chicks in the name of tradition!
protectthewild.org.uk/gannet-petit...
protectthewild.org.uk/gannet-petit...
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Things you love to see!
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Things you love to see!
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Canada is off track to protect 25% of land & water by 2025 AND 30% by 2030.
“Protected & conserved areas are a cornerstone of our efforts to stop biodiversity loss & build climate resilience. There's great urgency for CA to recommit & invest further in our lands & waters.” —@jamessnider.bsky.social
“Protected & conserved areas are a cornerstone of our efforts to stop biodiversity loss & build climate resilience. There's great urgency for CA to recommit & invest further in our lands & waters.” —@jamessnider.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Canada is off track to protect 25% of land & water by 2025 AND 30% by 2030.
“Protected & conserved areas are a cornerstone of our efforts to stop biodiversity loss & build climate resilience. There's great urgency for CA to recommit & invest further in our lands & waters.” —@jamessnider.bsky.social
“Protected & conserved areas are a cornerstone of our efforts to stop biodiversity loss & build climate resilience. There's great urgency for CA to recommit & invest further in our lands & waters.” —@jamessnider.bsky.social
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Did you know that more than 1 billion pounds of pesticides are used in the US every year?
And they don't just disappear. They pollute the air, water, and soil long after they're applied.
Tell the EPA to ban #pesticides that other countries already consider too dangerous to use ➡️ bit.ly/4otOUCz
And they don't just disappear. They pollute the air, water, and soil long after they're applied.
Tell the EPA to ban #pesticides that other countries already consider too dangerous to use ➡️ bit.ly/4otOUCz
November 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Did you know that more than 1 billion pounds of pesticides are used in the US every year?
And they don't just disappear. They pollute the air, water, and soil long after they're applied.
Tell the EPA to ban #pesticides that other countries already consider too dangerous to use ➡️ bit.ly/4otOUCz
And they don't just disappear. They pollute the air, water, and soil long after they're applied.
Tell the EPA to ban #pesticides that other countries already consider too dangerous to use ➡️ bit.ly/4otOUCz
