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High Mountain Wetlands: Spaces That Need to Be Managed
Every year on February 2nd, World Wetlands Day brings people together from all over the world to celebrate and protect the value of these unique environments. These vital ecosystems sustain life on Earth, providing water, food, livelihoods, and resilience in the face of climate challenges. This day commemorates the signing of the Convention on Wetlands…
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Annual Prismàtic Conference: How to Implement the New European Nature Restoration Law?
The recent approval of the European Nature Restoration Law represents a major advancement in the conservation of the natural environment and biodiversity, with a strong focus on restoring degraded areas across Europe. This pioneering regulation sets ambitious targets: to restore 20% of degraded ecosystems by 2030, achieve 60% by 2040, and complete recovery by 2050.…
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XIII Research Conference on the Aigüestortes and Estany de Sant Maurici National Park
On October 16, 17, and 18, the 13th edition of the Research Conference on the Aigüestortes and Estany de Sant Maurici National Park will be held at the National Park House in Boí. Researchers from the LIFE RESQUE ALPYR project will share the scientific knowledge gained from the research project carried out in the area.…
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Dr. Marc Ventura participates in the Cladocera XII Congress 2024 in Italy
Dr. Marc Ventura, coordinator of the LIFE RESQUE ALPYR project and researcher at the Centre for Advanced Studies of Blanes (CEAB-CSIC), will participate in the Cladocera XII Conference, which will take place in Verbania (Italy) from October 6 to 12, 2024. On this occasion, he presents the results on the effects of invasive fish on…
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Another year participating in the European Researchers’ Night
This year, we had the pleasure of taking part in the CEAB Researchers’ Night, an event aimed at bringing the international scientific research conducted at the Centre for Advanced Studies of Blanes (CEAB) closer to the public. The event took place on Friday, September 27, at the CEAB in Blanes, and focused on the study…
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First pilot test with a biodegradable ichthyocide for the removal of invasive fish in the Pyrenees
The LIFE RESQUE ALPYR project has launched a pioneering pilot test for the removal of invasive fish using a biodegradable biocide in a high mountain lake. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to restore high-altitude aquatic habitats, aiming to transform the restored lakes into biodiversity reservoirs and ecological corridors. It will be the…
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III Research Conference of the Alt Pirineu Natural Park
The Alt Pirineu Natural Park is hosting the III Research Conference to promote research and improve territorial management. The conference will take place at the MónNatura Pirineus facilities in Planes de Son (Pallars Sobirà) from September 4th to 6th, serving as a key meeting point for scientists, managers, and local entities. The conference will feature…
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High mountain rivers and streams
High mountain streams and rivers have one main characteristic: their flow is highly influenced by snow. As a result, the water volume changes significantly throughout the year, peaking in spring when the snow melts rapidly, which can cause major floods. Extreme conditions at the headwaters These ecosystems, especially at the headwaters, can freeze completely or…
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Restoration of mires in the Pyrenees: stopping the invasion of trees
The subalpine mires of the Pyrenees are wet ecosystems characterized by the accumulation of decomposing organic matter. Currently, around 27% of the mires in the Central Pyrenees host adult pines, compared to 11% in the mid-20th century. The invasion of trees and the densification of these populations endanger the health and functionality of these ecosystems.…
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Impacts of swimming in high mountain lakes
It’s mid-summer and, as every year, rivers and mountains are filled with tourists and visitors. This overcrowding of natural spaces, which has been increasing since the COVID-19 pandemic, puts many habitats with great biodiversity at risk. Despite the temptation to take a dip, it’s important to remember that, in general, swimming in high mountain lakes…
