Tahnee Faddis’ Post

Ever look closely at the critters living under rocks in a #stream? Sampling these small organisms can tell you a lot about how a stream’s #ecosystem is functioning. It can be a powerful tool to monitor stream health. https://stantec.co/47zuYEV #EcosystemRestoration #GenerationRestoration #FishPassage #StreamRestoration

🔥🌱 Enhance your understanding of fire-prone landscapes! Don't miss out on this fascinating article that explores the landscape controls on fuel moisture variability. Check out the study conducted in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, UK, to develop tailored fuel moisture models for better wildfire danger assessments. 🔎📖 Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/e3zXJHAa Plus, discover how Tempcon's HOBO logger played a crucial role in collecting micrometeorological data. 🌡️📊 #FireEcology #FuelMoistureVariability #WildfireDangerAssessment #EnvironmentalResearch #LandscapeControls #NorthYorkshireMoors #ResearchStudy #HOBOlogger #Tempcon #MicrometeorologicalData #DataCollection #KnowledgeSharing #ClimateScience #FireManagement #ResearchFindings

Curious about what Hannah Lovell has been up to in the field? 🌿 She's been busy examining vegetation quadrants! This essential method helps us measure how well the vegetation is bouncing back after decommissioning. #Reclamation #EnvironmentalScience #FieldWork #VegetationStudy

May is #WildfireAwarenessMonth! In recognition of such an important topic, we have a new blog post up on The Field Journal! In 2021, some of our staff and many of our friends in Red Lodge witnessed the Robertson Draw Fire. However, with a dynamic and destructive event like wildfires also comes rebirth. In this blog post, Jason and Rick share some insight into the ecological factors of #wildfire and how we can do our part to prevent unnecessary damage. https://lnkd.in/gQXVCSzU

I posted about Binnies new thermal camera set up for ecological surveys. Here it is in action on a bat emergence survey. Thermal Camera, 4k screen to aid focusing the camera on the potential roost feature and a BatloggerM all on quick and easy set up.

🎧What is the role of acoustic monitoring in biodiversity surveys? Last week I attended an interesting webinar on using acoustics for biodiversity monitoring. Featuring insightful presentations from Geoff Carss (Wilder Sensing) and Joe Hampson (Somerset Wildlife Trust), the session highlighted some game-changing advantages of this innovative approach: Some takeaways: 🌿Reduces traditional survey biases and errors. For example, on days where there were more visitors to a Capercaillie site, call rates significantly dropped. Using remote acoustic detectors addresses this challenge. 🌿Captures vast amounts of valuable data. This is great, but it is helpful to have a clear plan of how you will use that data and what decisions you want to make with that data. 🌿Complements traditional in-person surveys. For example, if you think you have detected an interesting species using a remote acoustic detector, you can then ground truth this. Or if you find an interesting species in person, you can monitor this over time with a remote acoustic detector. 🌿Mistakes will be made with automatic identification. For example, at one site corncrake calls were picked up, but it was actually heavy rain! So need to be careful when interpretting the data and take note of confidence levels.   So many interesting thoughts and questions to come out of this webinar! I believe there will always be a need for in person surveys and local ecological expertise, however, remote acoutic monitoring can complement this. Acoutic monitoring technology and automatic identification of species has come a long way since my MSc days running the Big Norwich Bat Project where we used remote detectors in gardens to monitor bats. It's exciting to see its evolution and potential impact on conservation efforts.   👏 Thanks to Keiron Derek Brown and the Biological Recording Company for hosting this fantastic webinar. I highly recommend checking out their other offerings! Link to webinar: https://lnkd.in/eVQdvF86 #BiodiversityMonitoring #AcousticEcology #ConservationTech #WildlifeSurveys #ProfessionalDevelopment

Re-thinking marine ecosystem rehabilitation... using natural materials and resources

The thought of a wildlife bridge over a highway serves as a powerful metaphor to visualize the impact of technology, while highlighting our resolve to address its negative externalities. It's a classic human conundrum: we build and along the way we destroy. How do we make sure we restore? I wrote a little more on the topic as it relates to our experience online, read on and subscribe if it resonates: https://lnkd.in/dbHV3qdk #rewild

Deep C Delights! 🌊🐚🐠 Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of our oceans and rivers? Benthic communities thrive in the sediment and substrate at the bottom of aquatic ecosystems. These communities are home to countless species of algae, invertebrates, and even some fish. They play essential roles in nutrient cycling, stabilizing sediments, and providing food for many marine creatures.    However, benthic communities are not immune to human intervention. The act of dredging can disrupt these delicate ecosystems, affecting water quality and marine life.     We must therefore create a balance between our development needs and the preservation of these underwater ecosystems. Sustainable dredging practices and responsible environmental management are key to ensuring the well-being of our oceans.    What are your thoughts on safeguarding benthic communities while meeting our infrastructure demands?    If you find benthic communities fascinating and wish to explore further, we recommend watching this informative video by Natural World Facts: https://lnkd.in/gAKbKWU  Photo by Zdeněk Mačát, via Shutterstock. #DeepC #DeepCDelights #BenthicCommunities #Sediment #Dredging #EnvironmentalProtection #UnderwaterEngineering #DeepSeaChallenges

Niche cleaning plays a vital role in maintaining a vessel's performance and protecting marine ecosystems. The video explores how hard-to-reach areas like propellers, rudders, sea chests, and other hidden spaces can accumulate fouling, leading to reduced efficiency, higher fuel consumption, and increased emissions. It emphasizes the importance of thoroughly cleaning these areas to prevent the spread of invasive species and to ensure the vessel operates at peak performance. Schomberg's advanced cleaning technology is showcased, demonstrating its effectiveness in delivering a comprehensive clean for these often-overlooked areas. #NicheCleaning #HullCleaning #MarineMaintenance #VesselEfficiency #InvasiveSpeciesControl #ShipPerformance #MarineTechnology #UnderwaterCleaning #Schomberg #MaritimeOperations