Land Needs Guardians’ Post

Minnesota’s beloved waters, fish, forests, and other natural treasures are under attack from invasive species like carp, spiny water fleas, zebra mussels, the emerald ash borer, and buckthorn. Unchecked, these invaders could cause devastating harm to our ecosystems and economy. Fortunately, there’s hope! A dedicated team of University of Minnesota researchers, volunteers, and state agencies are working together to protect Minnesota’s most precious resources. Get an inside look at the innovative strategies being used to combat these invasive species. 📰: z.umn.edu/9mic Minnesota Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Pests Center UMN - Department of Forest Resources

Pacific salmon face challenges that are complex, cumulative and unique to their specific habitats. Learn about actions that Canada is taking to protect and restore this iconic species through the Pacific Salmon Strategy Initiative (PSSI): https://ow.ly/tzJS50QGjj8

The Kuskokwim River, vital for subsistence salmon harvests in Alaska, has faced severe declines in salmon populations since 2009, impacting 33 subsistence-dependent Tribes. This crisis threatens food security, cultural, spiritual, and economic well-being. To tackle this, the Kuskokwim River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (KRITFC), University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Tamamta Program, and Ocean Conservancy (OC) are hosting workshops and interviews with Indigenous Knowledge holders. These sessions aim to include Indigenous Knowledge with modern science, highlight the strengths of Indigenous co-stewardship, and recommend equitable solutions for federal marine fishery management. The outcomes will be shared widely to inform and enhance salmon restoration efforts in the Kuskokwim region. https://lnkd.in/ehBuhdGM

The work our youth crews do helps to keep ecosystems intact, allowing keystone species like these snails to thrive! Want to learn more about the work our crews are doing? Follow this link!: https://lnkd.in/dUYYKfT

Do marine protected areas (MPAs) work? 🤔 Two NC State statisticians, Shu Yang and Brian Reich, worked on a project aimed at finding out if MPA’s effectively conserve our ocean’s resources and protect species and habitats. Learn more about marine protected areas and the research around them. ➡️:http://ncst.at/3iPY50R4Umb

.'ACT NOW TO SAVE RIGHT WHALES FROM EXTINCTION' https://lnkd.in/e4dEXsJP 'With fewer than 350 North Atlantic right whales left on Earth, we need to do everything we can to protect this iconic New England species. Scientists have determined that we cannot afford to lose even a single whale in the fight for this endangered species’ continued existence.' 'Your voice can make a difference in right whales’ survival: Write to your members of Congress using the form below and ask them to support action to intervene and save right whales from extinction.' https://lnkd.in/ezP3aM-8..

World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on 2 February, aims to raise global awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and planet. This day also marks the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on 2 February 1971, in the Iranian city of Ramsar. Wetlands are characterised by ecosystems that are primarily covered with water – water is the main controlling factor in such ecosystems with animal and plant lives. Wetlands contribute immensely to the lives of people and animals, as well as to planet Earth. They are very significant for the environment. Every year, World Wetlands Day is observed to raise awareness for the importance of wetlands for human lives and the planet. As we gear up to celebrate World Wetlands Day for this year, here are a few things that we should keep in mind. #galaxytechfoundation #stemeducation #STEM #astronomy

Seahorses are mainly found in shallow tropical and temperate salt water throughout the world, from about 45°S to 45°N.  Four species are found in Pacific waters from North America to South America. These species form territories; males stay within 1 m2 (10 Squire Feet) of habitat, while females range over about one hundred times that. Learn more :- https://lnkd.in/gMDpYY3c

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