Jamie

Over a third of animals lost in test deep sea mining - scientists The findings contribute to a controversial debate that pits green technology against the environment.

"But in April, US President Donald Trump called for domestic and international projects to be fast-tracked, as the US wants to secure the supply of minerals for use in weapons."

... so we kill all these amazing species to make yet more things to kill people? Great.

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YouTube video by June Hunter Images Goofy Ravens Playing in the Snow

Crow watching is more interesting & entertaining than most things that we can do before death imo.

#Crows #CorvidsDoItBetter #Birds

Crows are monogamous. Families defend their territory in spring & summer. In winter they form super social roosts overnight when the sun sets where thousands of birds meet up for safety, warmth & education. Single birds flirt & date. In the morning, they disperse again.
#Crows #Corvids #Birds

That sounds like a reasonable compromise. I don't know of other ways to achieve that. I know in the UK that some shops manage online wedding lists in a similar way, so if I were ever in a similar position (which seems unlikely!) I would investigate that option.

Took a walk through/around my #wildlife area this morning. Took binoculars not camera but heard more saw. Did watch a wren, goldcrest, redwings and a buzzard. Also picked up a few apples from 100s on floor and put to one side to collect on way back. One got pecked to bits during that 20 mins!🤦‍♂️

Why is it that bee eaters all have to look so visually appealing? Do bees somehow get hypnotised/distracted by the colours and not sense their impending doom?!🤷‍♂️

They are certainly convenient, but then convenience is what got us into this mess! But anyone attempting to make ethical/"green" choices in how they spend their money is probably best avoiding them. They also bankroll climate deniers and those spreading climate disinformation.

I believe the bit about books, as any scientist using a publisher would have a hard time dissuading them from using Amazon. Perhaps the majority also shop there, although in the UK at least I have seen a number of scientists speak out against them.

Thanks, I wondered what the origin of that story was and had never got around to checking. I guessed it wasn't as simple as the tabloids had made out, but then almost nothing ever is.

PS: #BoycottAmazon

I was also struck by a climate and disaster scientist recommending Amazon!😱

I also thought that was one of the most striking images. Amazingly the comments are still full of claims about CO2 being the gas of life and a "trace element", etc, etc. I hope they're mostly AI disinformation bots, as it's even more depressing to think they might be real people.

YouTube video by Just Have a Think This is not the video I had planned to make.

Here is an excellent summary of last week's National Emergency Briefing in London. Well worth a watch and please sign the letter to the Prime Minister linked at the end.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sa7...
#climatechange #impacts #energy #health #tippingpoints #nationalsecurity #foodsecurity

National Emergency Briefing An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions. Westminster...

Can people please sign the letter requesting to make this more widely known.
www.nebriefing.org/open-letter-...

Wow, see what you mean! I wonder how many were added by AI bots designed to spread climate disinformation and apathy.

National Emergency Briefing An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions. Westminster...

Can people please sign the letter requesting to make this more widely known.
www.nebriefing.org/open-letter-...

National Emergency Briefing An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions. Westminster...

We need to make this more widely known. Please sign the letter.
www.nebriefing.org/open-letter-...

National Emergency Briefing An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions. Westminster...

This is the letter.
www.nebriefing.org/open-letter-...

YouTube video by Just Have a Think This is not the video I had planned to make.

Watch this and be very concerned. Then sign the letter in the link below.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sa7...

Ferrule - Wikipedia

A ferrule is any of a number of types of objects, generally used for fastening, joining, sealing, or reinforcement.

They are often narrow circular rings made from metal, or less commonly, plastic. Ferrules are also often referred to as eyelets or grommets.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrule

Free talk (donations accepted) by the Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland about a fascinating family of plants.

Club mosses date back 360 million years to the carboniferous, when they dominated the earth as tree-like goliaths.

Do you treat your dog to prevent fleas? You really need to watch this.
It doesn't hurt and you'll be glad you did.

... and this is them more recently ...
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These are the trees I planted around 17 years ago (taken 2019) ...
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Someone wanted to cut one of mine down as it was "spoiling the view".🤦 To me trees _are_ the view!

I was already disappointed when they joined the tired (and disproved) tactic of blaming "bats and newts" for lack of housing and planning delays. But this is a new low.

Thanks. Once spring comes I leave the window open so they go leave when they feel like it. I have tried releasing them into more open areas with suitable hibernating spots (or placing them by a crevice) but they often fly off to an uncertain fate. You can lead a horse to water ...

Unless you are relying on public chargers for the majority of your journeys it can still be very cost effective, as well as greener than ICE alternatives. But I do know people who have had problems with public chargers being busy or not working.

Mine only has a range of around 200 miles but I hardly ever need to charge away from home as I rarely need to go anywhere more than 80 miles away. I haven't had issues with public charging personally and use Octopus Electroverse to charge it straight to my electricity bill.