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What to expect on a birdwatching tour at Angofa Wildlife Centre

Posted on July 14, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

With nearly 400 species of birds, Romania is a perfect place to pick up a new hobby or add to a growing list. While birdwatching might seem intimidating, you

2 Scuba Divers diving in the Adriatic Sea from the Silba Island Marine Conservation Base and Dive Centre in Croatia

Life on Silba Island

Posted on July 13, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

This piece is adapted from a blog by Lisa Böhm entitled “Our Third Year on Silba Island, Croatia,” based on a 2019 expedition with our partners, Operation Wallacea.

Person carrying a sample in a bucket from a lake for conservation in Krka Croatia

Croatia’s Critical Role in Protecting European Biodiversity

Posted on June 23, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Croatia protects more endemic species than almost any other country in Europe. Its mountainous karst region and the fragmented archipelagos of the Adriatic Sea are home to thousands of

A village in alpine background

Why Transylvania Should be Your Next European Destination

Posted on June 3, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Tucked into Eastern Europe alongside the Black Sea, Romania is one of the most overlooked destinations in the region. Luckily, this situation means that Romania’s stunning alpine lakes, rolling

green lizard sitting on rock

What is a visual sampling survey for herpetofauna?

Posted on May 12, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

While often ignored, herpetofauna is one of the most important – and sometimes most abundant – groups of animals in a given ecosystem. Herpetofauna, usually shortened to “herps,” comes

What is camera trapping?

Posted on May 2, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Ever wondered how nature photographers get that close-up shot of a massive tiger sniffing the camera? Hint: they usually aren’t just sitting there holding a camera paralyzed with fear!

What Can the World Learn from Romania’s Unique Conservation Model?

Posted on May 2, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Romania’s Carpathian Mountains protect over 35% of Europe’s brown bear population, the largest remaining group outside of Russia. With nearly 6,000 individuals, Romania’s bear population appears healthy, and it

Is it safe to go on a bear tour in Romania?

Posted on April 16, 2020November 10, 2020 by Sophia Wood

Over 35% of Europe’s remaining brown bear population lives in Romania’s Carpathian Mountains and their foothills in Transylvania. While these animals are shy like their North American cousins, the

What is mist-netting?

Posted on April 2, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Ever wondered how scientists figured out that birds go South for the winter or how much birds weigh? If you’ve ever watched or tried to photograph a bird, you

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The road to conserving these beautifully biodivers The road to conserving these beautifully biodiverse areas is a complex one. 🌳⁠
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Friends of Wallacea helps local communities create sustainable tourism opportunities for these environments. ⁠
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Find out how you can help protect places like this one by checking out our blog post "20 Ways to Support Conservation Efforts From Home". ⁠
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This hungry Cuscus was spotted chomping down on some leaves at our site in Indonesia!⁠
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Our Indonesia site is still closed due to COVID, but we hope to open by the end of 2021.⁠
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This beautiful image was taken by Joe England (@avifornis).⁠
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✨ Trying to blend into the crowd when it's Janua ✨ Trying to blend into the crowd when it's January and you're still wearing your holiday sweater.⁠
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This Lilac Breasted Roller was spotted in the South African Savannah.⁠
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It likes to perch itself on top of trees and other tall points where it can spot insects, lizards, scorpions small birds and rodents. ⁠
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