Benedict Macdonald
@Rebirding1
Nature Restoration Specialist | CEO, Restore | Author | Ecosystem Restoration | Species Reintroduction | https://t.co/5KYTKeEHPJ
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http://restorenature.com 30-03-2019 20:30:48
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Working in “land”, I know any praise of Chris Packham can land one in trouble - but one doesn’t care. This is the most eloquently-narrated, well-crafted series I’ve ever watched in the field of science education. Every sentence brings revelation. It’s why we pay the licence fee.
#Aspen trees prefer moist soils and are an ideal riparian species, providing vital shade for cold water dependent #salmon . Their leaves also boost nutrients in upland systems while deadwood shelters fry and diversifies flows➡️healthy rivers.
#Riverwoods
#PaintingScotlandYellow
Too often, stakeholders considering the return of #LynxToScotland are characterised as being for/against, but in truth, for many, it's a much more nuanced debate, eliciting conflicting feelings that reflect the complex costs and benefits this potential reintroduction presents.
Just seen these remarkable stats on UK meat consumption. In the period 2008-19, lamb consumption dropped by 55% and beef by 30%. Currently 70% of UK is farmed and app 1% is #rewilding . Don't let anyone tell you we can't afford space for more of the latter. thelancet.com/journals/lanpl…
Can you help return missing species to Scotland? If so, this role might be for you. #WildlifeComeback
scotlandbigpicture.com//Images/2023/0…
What a moment! A #WhiteTailedEagle is born in England – the 1st for over 240 years! It hatched earlier this summer & has now fledged. It's the first breeding success of the birds released by Forestry England & Roy Dennis Foundation in a landmark project to return this iconic species.
Contrary to some claims, #rewilding is not about recreating the past. That said, we can use history as a barometer for the abundance of life that is possible in the UK. Yes, times have changed but ultimately it's about our tolerance of other species.
theconversation.com/wildlife-wonde…