Articles related to "Ecology"
Aquatic Ecology Activity
This is a great inquiry based program that teaches students how to manage, preserve, and maintain valuable aquatic resources.
• salmon in the classroom
• salmon lesson
• fish lesson
• trout in the classroom
• steelhead in the classroom
The Science of Ecology
The relationships between plants, animals and their surroundings are studied in a branch of science termed ecology, critical to many environmental issues.
• science of ecology
• ecosystem
• community
• environmental issues
• distribution and abundance
Big Ideas of Evolution
Understanding life on earth is only possible if we can avoid anthropomorphism and see things as they really are.
• evolution
• genetics
• ecology
• natural classification
• natural selection
Cities Important In Climate Change
An international group of ecologists suggests that cities could be 'laboratories' for examining climate change and its effect on the environment.
• cities important in climate change
• urban hot spots drive environmental change
• cities microcosms of global changes
• global change and the ecology of cities
• dr xuemei bai and urban ecology
Copepods
Small pelagic invertebrates are near the base of many food chains.
• copepods
• anatomy
• ecology
• as fish-food
• biotope tanks
Environmental Engineering
This articles discusses the functioning of environmental engineering and its importance to the modern day society.
• environmental engineering
• sewage control
• disposal
• flora
• fauna
Go Green This Holiday Season
Be a friend to the environment by showing good recycling and purchasing habits over the holidays. Reevaluate some of your Christmas traditions and protect the planet.
• green christmas
• green holiday
• ecology and christmas
• ecology christmas tree
• eco-friendly christmas
Green or Hungry?
Is it true that ethical shoppers have to choose between action to reduce global warming and steps to end world hunger?
• environmental sustainability
• world poverty
• free trade
• climate change
• ethical living
Native Plants in An Organic Garden
Native plants make a fine addition to your organic garden for a variety of reasons; economy, ecology, beauty and more.
• organic
• garden
• native
• plants
• ecology
Science News Article
Science News: A study by Jacobus Biesmeijer and William Kunin (Leeds University), showing declines in pollinators and insect-pollinated plants in Britain and Netherlands.
• honey bee crisis
• science news article
• science
• agriculture
• vegetable gardens
The Honey Bee Crisis
In 2005, there was a honey bee crisis in the United States. The honey bee crisis (40-60% of honey bees in U.S. dead or weakened) negatively impacts wide range of crops.
• honey bee crisis
• crops
• vegetable gardens
• agriculture
• pollination
"A Wilderness Where Man Is Unknown"
Jacques Cousteau's great love of the sea led not only to new developments in oceanography, but in showing people a new and mysterious underwater world.
• jacques cousteau
• cousteau society
• oceanography
• aqualung
• ecology
A (Time Out) Bouquet on Earth Day
A few 'time out' words as I consider leaving this corner of the SuiteGardens for another
• earth day
• weeds
• conservation
• ecology
Britain's More Silent Spring
Cuckoos, one of the most successful social parasites, are declining in numbers. Britain's surveying the population to see how this endangered species is faring.
• britain
• cuckoo
• wildscaping
• birds
• ecology
BUMBLES
wildscaping for bumblebees -- an invaluable insect for your garden
• bumble bees
• wildscaping
• flower landscaping
• landscape ecology
Coyotes In The City
Coyotes are a wild predator that are becoming a successful urban predator. Find out how to protect your pets from them.
• coyote
• predator
• wildscaping
• ecology
• mel. white
Detecting Air Pollution - Particulates in Your Neighbourhood
With the majority of the population living in large urban areas, the effects of air pollution are becoming more visible and can no longer be ignored. What is air pollution? How is it classified? Answer these questions and learn one way to test the level of air pollution in your
area by reading this article.
• ecology
• air pollution
• environment
• lesson plan
• education
Earth Day
Come by and visit some environmentally friendly, entertaining and educational sites picked with kids in mind.
• kids
• earth
• day
• ecology
• fun
Earth Day 2001!
Want to know more about Earth Day and the 2001 celebration? Check this out!
• earth day 2001
• history of ecology
• history of the environment
• biodiversity
• ecology for kids
Fabulous Fritillaries
These common little butterflies are often an indication of the planet's health. Colorful little flyers, they're one insect found in many areas of the world.
• butterfly
• butterflies
• ecology
• wildscaping
• wild scape
Fizzling Rocks! - A Study on Acid Precipitation
Acid rain is a serious environmental problem that affects both natural ecosystems and man-made structures. What is an acid? How do different types of materials react? Another practical, easy-to-do experiment can be found in this article.
• lesson plan
• science
• education
• acid rain
• ecology
Global Warming - A Greenhouse Effect Activity
What is global warming and how does it affect our environment? Learn hands-on with this interesting experiment that can be done at home or in the classroom.
• science
• lesson plan
• ecology
• global warming
• education
Irish Eyes Are Smiling Over Green Computing
This article examines the San Diego Bay Modeling project, which employs state of the art ecological simulation methods to study the water in and around the San Diego Bay.
• ecology
• simulation
• modeling
• finite difference
• san diego
Liquid Assets -- part 2
The rains have been gone for some time and it's more critical than ever to protect our most easily damaged resource -- water.
• water
• drought
• point source pollution
• water pollution
• wildscaping
Luna Moths
Luna Moths -- A little bit about wildscaping for one of the largest and most beautiful moths of the US and Canada.
• luna moth
• wildscape
• wildscaping
• wildlife
• ecology
MASS PRODUCTION BLUES
Although mass production has noticeable benefits, there are pitfalls too. Let Linda show you what to look out for.
• mass production
• suite 101
• green home
• ecology
• green
Nuts About Them!
Squirrels -- cute fuzzy critters or darkly devastating little fuzzballs? This week we look at the lighter side of these nutty creatures.
• squirrel wild scape wildscape ecology landscape s
OH, DEER!
A discussion of one of the biggest garden pests -- deer -- and what to do about them.
• pest
• wildscape
• ecology
• urban garden
• deer problem
Save A Reef
Learn how we can save the world's coral reefs.
• scuba diving
• scuba diving
• scuba
• scuba
• skin diving
Silent Wetlands
Wetlands are one of the keys to maintaining a safe, healthy water supply.
• wetlands
• ecology
• wildscaping
St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis of Assisi is famous for his special way with animals. Review a few of the legends and use the links for more indepth research about the Patron Saint of Ecology. St. Francis, pray for us.
• roman catholic church
• catholicism
• saints
• st. francis of assisi
• animals
THE COMEBACK TRAIL
Wildscaping for bluebirds -- backyard programs are the key to this bird's recovery in the wild.
• bluebird recovery
• wildscpaing
• ecology
The Kilgore Lady Blue
Great Blue Herons are one of the most elegant birds on the American landscape
• wildscaping
• ecology
• gardening
• mel. white
Watching Over Nature: Rachel Carson
Rachel Carson's lifelong love of nature made her an early champion of the environment.
• rachel carson
• environmental history
• ddt
• silent spring
• women in science
Wild American Hydrangea
The oak-leaf hydrangea is one of the most charming and durable plants available to southern gardens.
• hydrangea
• oak-leaf hydrangea
• wildscaping
• landscaping
• shrubs
Amazon Rain Forest
The Amazon rain forest houses the Amazon River and rich ecological biodiversity. Taking up the majority of Brazil, the Amazon's biology and ecology is truly unique.
• amazon rain forest
• amazon river
• amazonia
• biodiversity
• brazil
Cleaner Living via Green Chemistry
The battle against environmental pollutants is now being fought on the molecular level by green-thinking scientists and with some help by mother-nature herself.
• taml
• tetra-amidomacrocylclic-ligand activators
• green chemistry
• pollution solutions
• anti-pollutants
Alternative Energy
As carbon-based energy supplies are dwindling, other sources of energy are being explored
• alternative energy
• carbon crisis
• fossil fuel
• renewable energy
• nonrenewable energy
Community Gardens
A community garden brings people of all ages and descriptions together. There is no "typical" community garden. Each community garden is as unique as each community...
• community garden
• gardening
• community garden type
• american community gardening association
• gardening association
Coral Reefs
Coral reefs are found around the world. Their biodiversity is great, but they are in danger of being destroyed.
• coral reef
• intertidal zone
• coral reef locations
• zooxanthellae
• fringing reef
Dogsled or Snowshoe with Wolves
The International Wolf Center provides a unique way to mix wintersport—dogsledding and snowshoeing—with the study of wolf ecology.
• international wolf center
• dogsledding
• snowshoeing
• wintersport
• wolves
Family Herbal by Rosemary Gladstar
For over 30 years, Rosemary has been sharing her wisdom and knowledge of herbs and educating gardeners and natural healers alike about the power of plants for healing.
• family herbal
• rosemary gladstar
• herbalism
• medicinal plants
• herb ecology
Green Living Gift Ideas
If you're buying for a greenie, or just trying to nudge a friend into ecological living, read these tips.
• green living gift ideas
• ecologically friendly gifts
• environmental gifts
• environmentally friendly gifts
• environmentally friendly presents
Greenpeace report on Spain
A new report issued this week highlights the environmental resources available to this country of sun and sea.
• greenpeace report spain
• al gore spain
• renewable energy
• building laws
• spain
Lynn Canyon Park in Vancouver, BC
Two suspension bridges mark North Vancouver, but the smaller of the two sports vast wildlife and hiking trails most would not know about, at a price anyone can afford.
• canada
• vancouver
• lynn
• canyon
• valley
Many Threats to Wild Chimpanzees
Despite growing awareness, endangered chimps are still lost in large numbers. Protection efforts involve help for local communities to become more sustainable.
• endangered chimpanzee conservation
• jane goodall institute
• great ape survival
• bushmeat trade
• chimp habitat loss
Organic Merino Wool
Interest is growing in the use of sustainably grown fibres for clothing. Organic wool production is in its infancy but is set to increase to fulfil growing demand.
• organic wool
• sustainable clothing
• organic clothing
• organic certification
• fibres
Start a Vermicomposting Bin
Teach your children about going green by showing them how nature recycles food scraps. Vermiposting uses worms to make compost, and it's easy, odorless, and fascinating.
• vermiposting
• vermicomposting
• worm composting
• composting with worms
• teaching kits about ecology
Stay safe garden organically
Do you use pesticides on your pot plants? Beware you may be increasing your risk of cancer.
• cancer
• organic gardens
• brain tumours
• pesticides
• silent spring