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For the first time in over three decades, the existence of a vulnerable mammal—the cheetah—has been confirmed in Djibouti. The discovery was made by a team of scientists led by Dr. Megan Murgatroyd of HawkWatch International and the Fitzpatrick Institute of African Ornithology during a broad biodiversity study in the Horn of Africa. “Although the […]

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Dec 7 2022

Can Painting Wind Turbines Reduce Eagle Collisions?

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In an attempt to produce more energy while minimising greenhouse gas emissions, wind turbines are becoming a common sight across the world. We desperately need to see the production of more sustainable energy, but we also need to face the issues that have come with wind power. Our main concern is that wind turbines are

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Sep 13 2022

Dr. Murgatroyd Selected as Finalist for Prestigious Conservationist Award

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Interim Director of International Programs Dr. Megan Murgatroyd was selected today as a finalist for a prestigious award in recognition of her contributions toward saving some of the world’s most threatened birds. Officials from the Indianapolis Prize, the world’s leading award for animal conservation, selected Dr. Megan “Meg” Murgatroyd as one of 10 finalists for

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