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How does light pollution impact Southern California's mountain lions?  For over a decade, researchers collected data from more than 100 GPS-collared mountain lions to understand how artificial light influences their habitat choices.
Experts illuminate how light pollution impacts mountain lions
In Southern California, the animals avoid certain areas due to artificial light that can disrupt their hunting…
www.ioes.ucla.edu
November 10, 2023 at 12:04 AM
Spoke to people in MANY time zones for this one
UCLA’s Environmental Science & Engineering doctoral program turns 50!

Founded in 1973, the program equips students with professional skills to tackle pressing environmental issues. Amidst global warming, these experts are needed now than ever.
UCLA Environmental Science and Engineering doctoral program turns 50
Alumni played major roles in global sustainability efforts across six decades…
www.ioes.ucla.edu
November 17, 2023 at 12:42 AM
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A new @ucla led study analyzed feathers that show record-high mercury levels in tropical birds. The cause? Gold mining—nearby sites contained levels nearly 4 times higher than normal.
What’s behind the toxic levels of mercury in tropical birds? Gold mining, study shows
A UCLA-led international team also found high levels in carnivorous birds and those in aquatic habitats…
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November 14, 2023 at 10:25 PM
Just watched a nature doc and the narrator sounded like he was promoting a monster truck rally
October 21, 2023 at 3:26 AM