Sarah Wicks

Movement ecology field biologist studying scavenger networks 🦅🐆 with @osaconservation | @Trinity_U alum ‘21

[Sarah Wicks @SarahWicks_]

Come explore a giant tree with me!! 🤩🌳 Surveying these amazing bats in giant cavities is forever one of my favorite parts of my job 👩🏻‍🔬

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

HAPPY #BATWEEK! 🦇
We’re surveying #bats #roosting in #tree cavities in primary #forest remnants 🌳 In just one cavity, we found 17 bats from 3 #trophic groups 🤩 Giant trees & their #cavities are crucial to stable #rainforest #ecosystems!🌎

[Netflix @netflix]

Dolly Parton forever ❤️

“You are enough. And anyone who tells you otherwise isn’t worth your time.”

[Dolly Parton @DollyParton]

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at https://t.co/cLu9I7M2wC

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at https://t.co/arzrqInqJA

[Christiana Figueres @CFigueres]

The result from this election will be seen as a major blow to global climate action, but it cannot and will not halt the changes underway to decarbonise the economy and meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Standing with oil and gas is the same as falling behind in a fast moving world. Clean energy technologies will continue to outcompete fossil fuels, not just because they are healthier, faster, cleaner and more abundant, but because they undercut fossil fuels where they are at their weakest: their unsolvable volatility and inefficiency.

Meanwhile, the vital work happening in communities everywhere to regenerate our planet and societies will continue, imbued with a new, even more determined spirit today. Being here in South Africa for The @EarthshotPrize makes clear that there is an antidote to doom and despair. It’s action on the ground, and it’s happening in all corners of the Earth.

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

How do we protect biodiversity? Right now, people from around the world are at COP16, determining how to answer that question. We are based in a biodiversity hotspot. The scale of biodiversity here can be seen on our network of camera traps across the landscape in which we work.

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

On Global Big Day, we identified over 200 species birds around the Osa Peninsula! Over 70 people came to help search for birds in different spots in the area, from guides, scientists, naturalists and others from the community.

[Sarah Wicks @SarahWicks_]

Thrilled that our publication is now out (my first ever!) - the result of an amazing collaboration btwn @osaconservation and @AlturasWildlife to track Pardo the ocelot’s integration into a new landscape 🐆🌳🌾
Thanks @NeotropicalBio for the feature! #OpenAccess

[Neotropical Biology and Conservation @NeotropicalBio]

Six months of GPS tracking of a rehabilitated #ocelot in Costa Rica reveal how it adapted to a mixed forest-agriculture landscape. 🇨🇷

🔗 https://t.co/kb75k0PdpB

#neotropics

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

In Mongabay's recent article, read about the pivotal role of biological field stations. These centers are vital hubs for leading biological research, fostering community integration, and creating economic opportunities. https://t.co/pBeH8qkNQ8

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

Distinguish the dashing #margay from its larger #ocelot kin with those captivating big eyes, its long tail, and its excellent tree-climbing skills. It is near #threatened due to #habitat loss, #fragmentation, retaliatory hunting and illegal trade.

[Global Conservation Solutions @_GCS_]

Thanks to 50 years of the #US #Endangered Species Act, almost 300 species have been protected against #extinction, including the #peregrine #falcon, #osprey, and the Loggerhead Sea #Turtle!

#ESA #conservationoptimism #LetNatureThrive

https://t.co/aGj9zH9h4P

[Sky Island Alliance @Sky_Islands]

Our #BorderWildlifeStudy cameras in southeast Arizona recently documented a black bear at the wall — distressed and pacing over the course of 3 hours. It’s a reminder of why we do what we do. Stay tuned in 2024 as we continue to advocate for wildlife passages and no new wall.

[Sarah Wicks @SarahWicks_]

Read all about it! ⬇️ @FiretailVis helps streamline acceleration data analysis from our @_eobs_ tags deployed on #KingVultures 🦅🌐
Studying #movementecology of scavenger networks just keeps getting cooler.

📝 by @osaconservation senior scientist & data whiz @Chris_Beirne!

[Firetail @FiretailVis]

We joined forces with @osaconservation for a short article on behavioral prediction of King vultures featured in the latest @_eobs_ newsletter
https://t.co/iCSQtVc0IG
Workflow: @_eobs_ transmission > @MovebankTeam > Firetail/FireSOM > R/Statistics

[Brandon A. Güell @brandon_guell]

Check it out! My first dissertation chapter on the cover of @BehavEcol!

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

🐾 Happy Jaguar Day! 🐆
A thriving jaguar population is a clear sign of a healthy rainforest ecosystem. Let's continue working together to protect these iconic big cats and preserve the biodiversity of our precious rainforests.

[Osa Conservation @osaconservation]

Explore how arboreal species traverse our tree bridges, designed to reconnect the canopy. These critters have unique techniques and we use diverse designs and monitoring to enhance their journey. Which one captures your 💚? #CanopyResearch

[Brandon A. Güell @brandon_guell]

From #PlanetEarth3 to the cover of @BehavEcol! Stoked to share that my first Ph.D. dissertation chapter about explosive breeding in gliding treefrogs is now published and my photo made the cover!

Check it out here: https://t.co/9PNFSB7N5x

[Sophianeⵣ 🦇🦞🐈‍⬛ @HonkIfUrHoary]

I think vampire bats are the most photogenic bats ever. They see a camera and start posing.

[Coalition for Wildlife Corridors @cocoforwild]

The corridor connecting the #Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Sanjay #TigerReserve and the Guru Ghasidas #NationalPark is home to numerous White-rumped vulture and Indian vulture nesting sites.

[Bat Conservation International @BatConIntl]

Don't SCREAM! 👻 The ghost-faced bat is only murderous to insects. #BatWeek
📷 Sherri & Brock Fenton

[batbnb @thebatbnb]

Bat Week Day 4:⁠
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This isn't just bats being friendly – it’s a survival strategy! By sharing food, they create social bonds and reciprocation that may one day be their own lifesaver when food is scarce.
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Happy #BatWeek
https://t.co/ob9CylAwRr

[USFWS News @USFWSNews]

@USFWS is committed to working with Tribes to conserve America’s wildlife & shared natural heritage. We’re awarding $6.4+ million in Tribal #WildlifeGrants to fund conservation projects led by 36 Tribes across 17 states: https://t.co/8L8bNL1P1B