Scott Roberton

Stressed out conservationist, fond of underdog species like pangolin, civets (and LUFC). Exec. Director, Counter-Wildlife Trafficking, WCS.

[Emma Richards @WildCrimeIntel]

Poachers follow patterns, not chance. I’ve written how Crime Pattern Theory could reduce wildlife crime with targeted patrols. 🦒 Based partly on my nearly done doctoral study. 🌍 #WildlifeCrime #Conservation
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[WCS @TheWCS]

Wildlife trafficking and other nature crimes threaten biodiversity, livelihoods, and global and local security.

This week, @TheWCS is at #UNTOC #CrimeCOP12 in Vienna to spotlight their devastating impact and advocate for stronger international action.

[WCS @TheWCS]

Illegal cattle ranching is devastating Latin America’s wilderness, driving deforestation, biodiversity loss, and fueling organized crime.

🌐 With @EIAEnvironment, we’ll discuss solutions at #CrimeCOP12.

Supported by @USAID. #NatureCrime

[Kate E. Jones 🦇 @ProfKateJones]

Job Alert! Research Fellow in One Health @OfficialZSL @ZSLScience working with Prof Andrew Cunningham - collaborating with @NHM @David_W_Redding and @UCLCBER People & Nature Lab
https://t.co/W57RPKEtjJ

[Dr. Angela Rasmussen @angie_rasmussen]

The scientific method seeks truth through evidence, not polls or popular opinions. That means "being wrong, and fearlessly so, is part and parcel of robust enquiry."

That means defending scientists' right to change their minds with changing evidence.
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[Conservation Litigation @ConsLitigation]

🌵 We support strategic cases around the world so that – when nature is harmed – plaintiffs can take action to create accountability and secure remedies.

Today we can share details about an important cases, moving ahead in Italy’s Court of Ancona to protect endangered #cacti

[Scott Roberton @owstons]

Great to see restorative justice approaches being used in CWT cases - important now to track its impact.

https://t.co/CeZGCBLAnI

[Scott Roberton @owstons]

A rare opportunity to join WCS and help lead our policy work to end the threat of wildlife trafficking and other nature crimes - perks include working closely with the legendary @sslieberman https://t.co/130uqpEfhy

[Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand @WFFThailand]

📢 These tigers and leopards urgently need rescuing and rehoming in just a few days. This will be our biggest EVER tiger rescue. But they need your urgent help. Your support can change their destiny. Donate now and be their hero: https://t.co/qdYV0XNqZc #tigerrescue #tigers

[Environmental Investigation Agency U.S. @EIAEnvironment]

Join EIA US in protecting key threatened species like rhinos, orangutans, and elephants 🦏 🦧🐘

We're seeking a full-time Wildlife Trafficking Analyst to support our Wildlife and Ocean campaign. Learn more about the position and how to apply here: https://t.co/WiXzGyDok3

[BIT @B_I_Team]

"People who take behavioral science seriously don’t present the field as a substitute for regulation or enforcement. Instead, it complements and enhances other approaches." 🔍

@mhallsworth unpacks misconceptions of #BeSci for the @washingtonpost👇
https://t.co/K4ceKcJCft

[Nga Pham @ngahpham]

The French-era Hang Dau water tower is now open to visitors! I heard there’s an art exhibition inside. The tower was built in 1894 and was often mistaken for a police station 🤔 Do visit if you’re in Hanoi!
(Pix from Tien Phong newspaper)

[diogoverissimo.bsky.social @verissimodiogo]

NEW PAPER!

Used SMS surveys to describe 🐦‍⬛🐦ownership and 🦈consumption in 🇮🇩. 175.7 million 🐦🐦‍⬛kept and 33.5 million consuming 🦈. Results highlight hotspots of 🐦‍⬛🐦ownership and high 🐦‍⬛🐦consumption in provinces like Maluku, Aceh & East Nusa Tenggara

https://t.co/v6bVbbvJyO

[Environmental Justice Foundation @ejfoundation]

Our investigations have found horrific abuses of crew and ocean wildlife on board the Chinese distant-water fleet.

We must shed a light on these crimes by holding the perpetrators of these abuses accountable and ensuring the seafood on our shelves are abuse-free.

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[Scott Roberton @owstons]

@ConservC @FaunaFloraInt @WildEye_News @Amini16 @IccnRdc @IOSF may be able to help

[UNODC Bolivia @UNODCBolivia]

@UNODCBolivia🇧🇴 y la Escuela de Fiscales del Estado promueven el conocimiento en delitos que afectan al ambiente dentro del Programa de Formación Inicial para el Ingreso a la Carrera Fiscal con expertos de @UNODC y @WCS Bolivia, con financiamiento de la @UEenBolivia🇪🇺

[WCS Perú @WCS_Peru]

La I Conferencia Internacional sobre Prevención del Crimen contra la Vida Silvestre finalizó hoy en Lima con importantes resultados orientados al fortalecimiento de acciones para dar respuesta a delitos como el tráfico de fauna silvestre en los países andino-amazónicos.

[UNODC Environment Team @UNODC_ENV]

Are you an expert on crimes in the fisheries sector?

@UNODC is looking for a consultant to conduct an assessment of factors leading to the frequent high-level blockage of anti-corruption initiatives in the sector.

👉Apply now!

🗓️Deadline: 20 Oct

🔗https://t.co/v6hgND5CiF

[Scott Roberton @owstons]

An inspiring group of crime scientists, law enforcers, prosecutors, local communities, NGOs and private sector gathered here to improve our collective strategies to reduce the threat of wildlife trafficking across the Amazon. Thanks to @EU_Partnerships for your support.