It is now suggested that anthropogenic climate change (aka 'global warming') will wipe out around half of the insect species, largely as a result of habitat destruction(https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/may/17/climate-change-on-track-to-cause-major-insect-wipeout-scientists-warn). Whilst some people might be happy to see the back of species like the mosquito and the wasp (in fairness, they also have utilities), we will also lose many revered species. Even worse, the major roles of insects in the pollination of plants will decimate food production (for humans and other animal species).
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Friday 18 May 2018
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Seeing the Changes 2016
Further flowers in Bynea. Pineapple mayweed ( Chamomilla suaveolens ) and feral Cultivated apple ( Malus domestica ) put in appearances.
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The UK government continue their quest to turn England's rivers back into sewers. They first facilitated the privatised water companies...
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Garden plants in France, The Netherlands, The UK and Sikkim (NE India).
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