Volunteering with Friends of Wallacea in 2021: What You Need to Know
2020: What We Learned
We launched our volunteer programs in August 2020 to create an opportunity for people to travel within Europe when borders reopened and
What to expect on a birdwatching tour at Angofa Wildlife Centre
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
Life on Silba Island
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.
Croatia’s Critical Role in Protecting European Biodiversity
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
Why Transylvania Should be Your Next European Destination
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
What is a visual sampling survey for herpetofauna?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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
