Biogeography
Biogeography is the study of the distribution of animals.
GPS Tracking Shows That Black Bears Avoid Humans During the Day
Caitlin Dempsey
A recent study found that American black bears tend to become more nocturnal during spring in summer to avoid interacting with humans as they search for food.
Can Using a Waterless Barrier Prevent the Expansion of Invasive Species?
Caitlin Dempsey
In western Australia, researchers have proposed a waterless barrier method to halt the spread of cane toads.
Help Map Out Australia’s Dead Trees
Caitlin Dempsey
By using a GPS-enabled smartphone, volunteers can capture imagery of tree health around Australia to help researchers map out where trees are dying in Australia.
Are Safaris the Best Answer for Elephant Conservation?
Geo Contributor
Tourism can be a great conservation tool as long as it is monitored closely.
Ethiopia’s Church Forests Are Pockets of Biodiversity
Caitlin Dempsey
Also known as coptic forests, church forests range in size from a few acres to 300 hectares and provide a range of spiritual and ecological benefits to the local community.