Earthwatch

Empowering people to save the natural world since 1971. Earthwatch connects people with scientists to support environmental research and conservation.

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

For many, scuba diving is the ultimate adventure. Yet precious marine habitats are increasingly jeopardized by the very people drawn to their beauty. How can scuba divers become better allies to our oceans? 🤿➡️ https://t.co/alHq3Lrbsz

#ConservationScuba #MarineConservation

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Migrating birds face numerous challenges, which is why some songbird species choose to travel together and potentially collaborate, according to research using extensive bird banding records. 

https://t.co/2xIiCe4M0m

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Making life-long memories, connecting with nature, and learning from scientists are just a few things you can expect on an Earthwatch expedition. Considering an expedition? Here's a peek at what it's like. ➡️https://t.co/QEKauVOoXQ

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Check out some of the marine life Earthwatch volunteers were able to observe in Bali as part of our "Restoring Coral Reefs" expedition. Thank you, @ZBoakesResearch and @rick7575 for leading participants on the water for important data collection!

[Dr Zach Boakes @ZBoakesResearch]

Over the past few weeks myself and @rick7575 have been leading a coral reef research expedition here in Bali. One of our key activities has involved collecting remote underwater video recordings (or “fish CCTV” as I like to call it). Below are a few of my favourite clips:

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Something new is coming to Earthwatch, and we can't wait to tell you about it (but we have to!) Here's a hint: 🌍🐦🌱🐃.

Sign up for our newsletter to receive the details next month: https://t.co/BDnm1v0w2b

#EarthwatchExpedition

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Listen to Ashley Junger share her experience traveling to the Atlantic Forest, the second-largest rainforest in Brazil, to participate in our "Wildlife & Reforestation" expedition.

Ashley worked with Dr. Muanis and other volunteers to plant trees and rebuild this ecosystem.

[Possibly 🌎 @AskPossibly]

This week on Possibly, Ashley Junger travels to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. Working with @earthwatch_org, she helped researcher Manoel Muanis study reforestation efforts in Brazil's second largest rainforest.

Listen to the episode here:
https://t.co/blqS4HDa9i

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

What are the favorite birdseed of feeder regulars and rarities? Here are the top three seed choices for a variety of species, per a scientific observational study of 1.2 million bird feeder visits. https://t.co/RWhzQuWeet

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate an extraordinary achievement by one of our 2023 Project Kindle fellows, Catherine Walker, who was previously named Alaska's Teacher of the Year and is now a top 4 finalist for National Teacher of the Year! https://t.co/N6dbSteCQv

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

We are so grateful for @EY_US's continued support of our mission to protect our planet through participatory science and conservation. It was wonderful to connect with the EY-Earthwatch Ambassadors!

[Jane Steinmetz @Jane_Steinmetz_]

Follow the journey of our @EY_US @earthwatch_org Ambassadors as they explore Acadia National Park's diverse landscape! Studying native plants and tackling #climate challenges, our Ambassadors returned with new solutions to help sustain our environment. #BetterWorkingWorld

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📅 Don't miss out! Apply by February 28, 2024, and join our Info Session on February 13 for all the details. Find out more and apply here: https://t.co/s7vSAIqTRp

Know young leaders who would thrive from this experience? Please share the news with them!

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Calling aspiring young scientists! Our 2024 Girls in Science Fellowship is accepting applications! We are pleased to announce that after 10+ years of this phenomenal opportunity, we continue inspiring #GirlsInScience and the next generation of STEAMers! https://t.co/s7vSAIqTRp

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

🔬🌱 Get hands-on environmental research experience and connect with leading women scientists. This fully funded, week-long experience is open to female and non-binary high school students aged 15-18 residing in California or attending Rex Putnam High School in Milwaukee, Oregon.

[Matthew Farber, Ed.D. @MatthewFarber]

I am an @earthwatch_org Expedition alum! Highly recommended experience! Earthwatch Expeditions: Travel with Purpose. https://t.co/QzHx8tcxMm via @YouTube

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

"New study shows sea otters helped prevent widespread California kelp forest declines over the past century." 🔗https://t.co/vgEJdftQVg

[iNaturalist @inaturalist]

This is only the second Admiralty Island #Cuscus (Spilocuscus kraemeri) posted to iNat, and it's our #WildlifeWednesday Observation of the Day! Seen in #PapuaNewGuinea by fanieventer.

More details at: https://t.co/ldlN6B46Q0 #nature #mammals #marsupials #biodiversity

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

When the swell gets high, participants on the "Killer Whales and Their Prey in Iceland" expedition can now retreat to the puffin hut to observe the puffins and their prey. Puffins share parts of their diet with some whales, offering insight into environmental changes. 📷: Samarra

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Discover the work of scientists Rick Stafford and Zach Boakes. Both scientists lead teams on our "Restoring Coral Reefs in Bali" expedition. Their research on artificial reefs offers a new horizon for ecosystems affected by climate change. 🔗https://t.co/gZ7Aq8L9hK

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Meet Kaitlyn Trudeau. After her Earthwatch expedition to Churchill, Canada, the world's polar bear capital, Kaitlyn Trudeau was inspired to pursue a career in climate science.

Check out Kaitlyn's story about the transformative power of hands-on science: https://t.co/9Wqcso9FnI

[Earthwatch @earthwatch_org]

Earthwatch teams are on a mission to protect cetaceans in the tranquil Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica. Every dolphin and whale sighting is an opportunity to gather vital data, marking GPS locations, group sizes, and behaviors. 🌊Learn more: https://t.co/NcLt68rCBp 📷: Dr. Oviedo Correa

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

Soil is a living resource and is home to more than 25% of our planet's biodiversity. Yet, it is threatened by human activity.

Check out the 5️⃣ drivers of soil biodiversity loss.

Via @FAO