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5 quick facts about the benefit of Buffalo, a #keystonespecies: Buffalo primarily inhabit grasslands, prairies, and plains. These ecosystems are characterized by their rich biodiversity, including a variety of grasses, flowering plants, and shrubs. The presence of buffalo plays a crucial role in maintaining and improving the biodiversity of these habitats. By grazing, buffalo help control plant growth, preventing any single species from dominating. Their movement across the landscape promotes soil health through natural fertilization and aeration, encouraging a diverse range of plant species to thrive. This, in turn, supports a wide array of wildlife, including insects, birds, and other mammals, contributing to a balanced and vibrant ecosystem. The reintroduction of buffalo to certain areas has been shown to restore degraded grasslands, enhance plant diversity, and improve the overall health of the environment. 🦬 You can help support our efforts such as solar-powered wells for our rancher partners! No amount is too small to help them have better access to water for their herds. You can donate here: https://lnkd.in/g_Zc-mWu #TankaFund #LandsLivesEconomies #Donate #Buffalo #Bison #TheReturn #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #Resilience #ClimateRestoration #CommunityEmpowerment #EnvironmentalSustainability #SustainableRanching #BuffaloRanching #CulturalRevitalization #Biodiversity #TankaImpact

It's #WorldBeeDay 🐝 Did you know that nearly 90% of the world’s wild flowering plant species depend on animal pollination 😲 Not only do pollinators contribute directly to food security, but they are key to conserving biodiversity. So, well beeing of the bees, is our well being too! In partnership with the Wellbeeing Foundation we want to improve the well-being and survival of bees and other pollinators. Why? Because the future of humanity, depends on pollinators. The Wellbeeing Foundation is an Amsterdam-founded group of beekeepers and friends who are dedicated to improving the well-being and survival of bees in the long term, through community education and maintenance of natural beehives across these locations in Amsterdam: 🐝 Currently, we have colonies in: 🐝 The Westerpark Bee Palace 🐝 Lab111 🐝 Sarphatipark 🐝 Tuin van West You can donate or sponsor a beehive here > https://lnkd.in/eMJhfPBd #Bees #Honey #HeyHoney #Impact #Sustainability

“The rewilding of South Georgia amounts to the single most uplifting environmental story in the world” - Ted Cheeseman, Travel Expert and founder of conservation project happywhale.com South Georgia is a beacon of hope for conservation – it shows so powerfully that ecological restoration is possible and that nature heals when given the chance. We hope you can donate today or this week as part of the Green Match Fund campaign. You can make the most of the matched funding pot so you can make one donation and have twice the impact at South Georgia! Please follow the link below or in our bio to make a donation to SGHT. https://lnkd.in/ehSeUWNM The South Georgia Heritage Trust worked for over a decade with the Government of South Georgia & The South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) and Friends of South Georgia Island to rid the island of invasive rodents brought to the island during the sealing and whaling years during the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. The island was declared rodent-free in 2018 after years of fundraising and operational delivery. It has given native bird species a chance to recover after some were at the brink of extinction. Many are bouncing back at remarkable rates. But beyond the island’s birds’ fledgling comeback there’s a story in the seas that’s as powerful – South Georgia’s whales are returning the island’s waters after being hunted to oblivion in the first half of the twentieth century. There’s still much work to be done through the delivery of scientific research and conservation projects on island and in its seas to help species continue along the road to recovery. There’s also work to be done to share the story of South Georgia’s birds and whales recovering from persecution. Link in our bio to make a donation to SGHT. #whale #whalelover #whales #HumpbackWhale #HumpbackWhales #SaveTheWhales #SouthGeorgia #GreenMatchFund #BritishAntarcticSurvey #nature #FrozenPlanet #antarctica #polar #SouthGeorgiaIsland #instanature #rewilding #EcologicalRestoration #EcologicalRecovery #ReversingBiodiversityLoss @BigGive @biggiveorg @BigGive.org

🌳 Don't miss the forest for the trees—but what about the birds, bugs, and shrubs? All of these lifeforms are essential for forest longevity and regeneration. 🦅 This National Bird Day 2024, ARC features this pair of writhed hornbills whose role in seed dispersal drives forest development: two seemingly small parts of the whole ecosystem whose well-being is inextricably linked with the forest and the ecosystem as a whole. ❗Writhed hornbills are considered near threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss. Restoration projects initiated by ARC are designed to create habitat for threatened wildlife like the Writhed hornbill. 💚ARC considers the forest, and its trees, birds, and bugs—seeing the forest for its parts and as a whole in order to restore the environment. Want to get involved in restoring our forests? Partner with us for just $1 = 3 Trees? Visit our website www.arcrestoration.org to learn more. We Grow Your Green Impact, One Dollar at a Time! Connect with us on our social media platforms: Instagram: https://lnkd.in/ggMKGgmE Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gK5rBrYk LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gJ-jvnYQ Twitter/X: twitter.com/empowerwithARC 𝙿𝚑𝚘𝚝𝚘 𝚌𝚛𝚎𝚍𝚒𝚝: 𝙹𝚘𝚜𝚒𝚊𝚑 𝙵𝚒𝚝𝚌𝚑 (𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙼𝚒𝚗𝚍𝚊𝚗𝚊𝚘 𝚆𝚒𝚕𝚍𝚕𝚒𝚏𝚎 𝙿𝚑𝚘𝚝𝚘𝚐𝚛𝚊𝚙𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝙶𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚙) #GreenImpact #EmploytoRestore #ARCrestoration #Donate #PartnerwithARC #GlobalImpact #NationalBirdDay #reforestation #environmentalist #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #forest #rainforest #forester #nature #naturelovers #photooftheday #ngo #treeplanting #environment #donate #environmental #treelover #earthdayeveryday #protectnature #sustainabledevelopment #plantatree #ecosystem #greenplanet #savetrees #restorationprojects

🌲🍃The Clanwilliam Cedar #tree was once a prominent feature of the Cederberg, boasting massive gnarled trunks with widespread branches covered in a reddish-grey, scale-like bark. In protected areas the tree grows up to 20 metres tall. The young leaves of Widdringtonia cedarbergensis are needle-like, maturing into pairs of small, flat leaves. Male and female cones are found on the tree simultaneously, the former being small and later being large, dark brown and spherical with rough, woody scales. These cones can remain on the tree for almost three years before releasing seeds! Unfortunately, due to years of unsustainable harvesting for their beautiful, long-lasting, fragrant timber, and from too frequent veld fires, this tree is on the brink of extinction. Reimagine a greener future with us in which critically endangered trees such as this are revived! By donating for #BiodiversityDay2024, you're nurturing forest ecosystems, supporting wildlife, and contributing to a healthier planet 🌍🌿 🌳https://bit.ly/3uZNfuK #BiodiversityDay #SaveOurTrees #Plantfortheplanet #GrowAfricasFuture #DonateNow

💡 Spotlight on Partnership for Species: Lowland nyala Conservation Status: Least Concern 💚 Handsome introverts with a great beard, what's not to love about the male lowland nyalas? Males are usually solitary, while the herds (2-10 individuals) are usually made of females and their offspring, including adult female offspring. While their population is stable, they are at risk of population decline due to illegal poaching and habitat loss. Support our Partnership for Species and other programs by donating or learning more: https://lnkd.in/gfHX8FGJ. The goal of PFS is to achieve population sustainability in both captivity and in their native habitat. 📷 Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch #rewild #conservation #savingspecies

Neblina Reserve 🌳 💚 The Neblina Reserve is an important protected area of tropical montane cloud forest. This biodiversity hotspot is not only visually breath-taking, it is also home to many threatened species such as the Andean bear, black-and-chestnut eagle, ocelot, longnose harlequin frog and many more. ☁️ Tropical montane cloud forests occur on humid mountain slopes where topography generates conditions for ground level clouds. They play an important role in the water cycle, capturing the water and then feeding the streams and rivers. ☁️ To find out more about Neblina and donate, go to: bit.ly/neblinareserve   #cloudforest #conservation #neblina #rainforest #wildlife #trees #rainforestprotection #environmental #nature #charity 

Protecting Koalas in Australia through community based wildlife corridors! Bangalow Koalas is making a significant impact in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Launched in 2016, this initiative started with neighbors protecting a small koala habitat stretch. Now, it's grown into a large-scale effort to create wildlife corridors, connecting fragmented koala habitats and ensuring their survival. Why it's Necessary: Koala populations are declining rapidly due to habitat loss from logging, wildfires, and development. These corridors allow safe movement, reduce disease risks, and increase genetic diversity. Achievements: Over 336,000 trees have been planted on 119 properties, with a target of 500,000 by 2025. The project has engaged 548 volunteers and created 15.4 hectares of new habitat in Byron Shire alone. Community-Based Model: The project relies heavily on local involvement. It started with neighbors and now includes local councils, Landcare groups, community groups, and private landowners. Activities like tree planting events and educational programs foster community engagement and support. Challenges: Securing ongoing funding, maintaining political support, and addressing climate change impacts are key hurdles. Future steps include expanding the corridor network and increasing community engagement. Support and Funding: The initiative is supported by donations, grants, and partnerships with organizations like IFAW and the Northern Rivers Community Foundation. #NatureRestoration ##EarthRegeneration #Conservation #Koalas #WildlifeCorridors #CommunityAction #Environment #Australia

Savour the goodness and support the cause! Benson's Juicers is proud to launch the Orchard Revitalization Pledge. We are contributing to the protection and planting of orchards by donating 5% of each and every purchase to the @UK_Orchard_Network! It is essential that these orchards be preserved in order to stop the loss of habitat for many different species, ecosystems, and wildlife. Be part of the movement and make a positive impact with every bottle. 🌍 #SipWithPurpose #BensonsImpact #OrchardSustainability #BensonsDifference #BensonsJuicers #SipTraditionTasteHeritage #PTESpartnership #OrchardNetworkSupport #FreshJuiceForACause #PreserveEcologicalHabitats #DeliciousDrinksForGood #SupportLocalFarms #BensonsCider #DrinkWithPurpose #SustainableSips #NaturePreservation #HeritageConservation #UKOrchardNetwork #GreenInitiatives #EcologicalSupport #OrchardPreservation #DeliciouslySustainable #SustainableLiving #SupportBritishFarms #NatureRevival #DrinkResponsibly #EnvironmentalResponsibility

A New Milestone in Restoring the Atlantic Rainforest in the UK! We are excited to share the fantastic news from Pembrokeshire, Wales, where a 59-hectare area of lost Celtic rainforest is set to be restored to its ancient glory. This initiative marks a significant step in our 100-year Atlantic Rainforest Recovery Program, driven by The Wildlife Trusts and backed by a £38 million donation from Aviva. Key Highlights: - Pembrokeshire Restoration: The new project will see the planting of native species like oak, small-leaf lime, and wild service trees. This effort will create a rich habitat for mosses, liverworts, lichens, ferns, and diverse wildlife, reconnecting the area with its Celtic past. - Historical Significance: The restoration will weave around standing stones and an abandoned farmhouse, mimicking clearings created by prehistoric inhabitants. Achievements So Far: - Devon, England: A 30-hectare site near Totnes is transformed into a vibrant rainforest. This project, part of a larger community initiative, will enhance biodiversity and offer educational and volunteering opportunities. - National Impact: The program aims to restore approximately 1,755 hectares of temperate rainforest across the British Isles, enhancing biodiversity and contributing to climate resilience by sequestering carbon. Next Steps: - Expansion and Connectivity: Future projects aim to connect these restored areas, creating vast, interconnected wild landscapes to further enhance biodiversity and climate resilience. - Community Goals: Continued focus on community involvement and educational outreach will ensure these restored rainforests benefit local populations. Let us keep restoring Earth, place by place, returning its vital signs! Read more: The Guardian: https://lnkd.in/dvNvwJyh The Wildlife Trusts: https://lnkd.in/d7wUCPhU Devon Wildlife Trust: https://lnkd.in/dD5sgqhu) #EarthRegeneration #NatureRestoration #Biodiversity #WildlifeTrusts #Aviva #AtlanticRainforest #CommunityEngagement 📸: Pontfaen Woods in Gwaun Valley. Photograph: Joan Gravell/Alamy from https://lnkd.in/dvNvwJyh summarize