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Indicator of the week: Waterbirds wintering season 🦆 ❄️ https://lnkd.in/dFDvHbpJ Some waterbird species are not only breeding but also wintering in the Baltic Sea region. As the wintering and breeding areas usually differ, breeding birds and winter visitors are evaluated separately in two indicators. This core indicator evaluates the status of abundance of wintering waterbirds in the Baltic Sea region based on monitoring data of 29 species. #HELCOMindicators #BSAP #HOLAS3

Protecting our swans: volunteer offers crucial tips for breeding season: With swan breeding season underway, a local swan rescue volunteer has offered guidance to help protect the birds

The cycle of life is a beautiful thing.

Did you know? 🤔 Aquariums aren't just about displaying fish. They are vital for breeding programs! Many contribute to the conservation of endangered species by creating optimal conditions for successful reproduction. #ArtificialCorals #faqs #AquariumDecor #UnderwaterLandscapes #FreshwaterAquariums #SaltwaterAquariums #AquariumEnthusiast #CoralReplicas #StunningAquascapes #VersatileDecorations #MarineEcosystems

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🦢 Ohio’s 2010 Swan Management Plan established a goal for delisting trumpeter swans when the population reached 40 or more breeding pairs for three consecutive years. Biologists confirmed more than 40 breeding pairs for the first time in 2015 and every year since. Ohio hosted 152 breeding pairs in 2023. Another prerequisite for delisting was for trumpeters to breed in at least 15 counties. The latest survey documented trumpeters breeding in 26 counties. By both metrics, trumpeter swan populations have surpassed our management goals for the species.