Rafael Magris

Conservation scientist- environmental modelling, spatial ecology, marine protected areas.

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

Just published my first book chapter on coral reef conservation ! 🐠 the chapter dives into the coverage of different reef types by Brazilian marine protected areas and the levels of protection they afford based upon measures of conservation effectiveness

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

Estudo mapeia risco de derramamento de petróleo na Margem Equatorial brasileira https://t.co/OtIWFJD6Rh

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

Excited to share my new book chapter on the effectiveness of conservation efforts and the pressing needs for protecting marine biodiversity in Brazil.
The chapter is available on Research Gate - happy to share the file upon request:
https://t.co/GDobfjfUG5

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

🌊New paper alert!
Excited to share my latest research: https://t.co/CNsqXxsJNO

As we mark the #WorldOceansWeek at #UNOC3 to accelerate global ocean action, I hope this work can help to improve #MarineProtectedArea planning more effectively, inclusively, and strategically

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

A new paper, exploring 30+ years of #MarineProtectedArea planning will be out soon. We analysed 60 planning exercises, uncovering common challenges, emerging opportunities, and what they mean for future ocean conservation
Stay tuned for publication link soon 🔗🌊📄#UNOC3 #OOSC

[ipbes @IPBES]

🎯 The magic number? The more the merrier!

When grassroots 🌱 + government 🏛️ + science 🔬 + business 💼 work together, nature AND society win!

Latest evidence from the @IPBES #TransformativeChange Assessment:

https://t.co/zKrmSXQz0M

[ipbes @IPBES]

🎮 Visualize transformative change like a board game - we've mapped out all the pieces!

🎯 Where we are 🌟 Where we want to go 💪 How to get there 🚧 What's in our way

Read the Summary for Policymakers of the @IPBES #TransformativeChange Assessment:

https://t.co/zKrmSXQz0M

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

📌New in TREE: Systematic conservation planning is evolving with faster algorithms, climate-smart strategies & better integration of biodiversity and ecosystem services. How can we bridge the gap between science & practice? Read more : https://t.co/0Z6NfTbttE
@Trends_Ecol_Evo

[Diversity & Distributions @consbiog]

This large-scale assessment led by @Biol_NSchubert and @RafaelMagris reveals the importance of rhodolith beds as habitats for threatened, endemic, and commercial species, and identifies hotspots for biodiversity that are still largely unprotected

https://t.co/s27UTUTYbF

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

Time to take action on conserving one of the largest coralline algal beds in the world:
📍 only 1 biodiversity hotspot is currently protected
📍 Bottom trawling = major historical threat
📍Oil&gas expansion will cause cumulative impacts
📍Mesophotic beds are scarcely protected

[ipbes @IPBES]

🚨 OUT NOW 🚨

📚 The @IPBES #TransformativeChange Assessment Summary for Policymakers is here!

➡️ Dive into the extensive exploration of how fundamental change can halt biodiversity loss and secure just and sustainable futures for all.

https://t.co/zKrmSXR6Qk

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

BIG NEWS! Amazing to have this formally accepted! This milestone marks a giant leap understanding & driving the systemic changes needed for a sustainable and equitable future 🌿🌎 Below a few pics from the beginning of the assessment 👇

[ipbes @IPBES]

It’s official! After years of hard work by @IPBES experts, the #TransformativeChange Assessment Report is approved by the Plenary at #IPBES11!

Congratulations to all on this achievement for people and #nature. 🌿🌏

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

Also, we examined the existence of ecological monitoring programs running over MPAs and existing restoration efforts. #CoralReefConservation #OceanProtection

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

Just published my first book chapter on coral reef conservation ! 🐠 the chapter dives into the coverage of different reef types by Brazilian marine protected areas and the levels of protection they afford based upon measures of conservation effectiveness

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

https://t.co/4hCytJLv3q

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

👀🪸🐠🇧🇷

[UNEP-WCMC @unepwcmc]

Government staff can develop systems that organize how biodiversity information is produced and made available for effective decision-making with UNEP-WCMC’s latest suite of information systems guide and tools: https://t.co/y9BPZuCxxb

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

The second global assessment of #Biodiversity and #EcosystemServices will be launched in 2028 and today is the kick-off 🐬🪸🐟

[Gabriel Cardozo-Ferreira, PhD @gccferreira_]

When misleading interpretation and conclusions overestimate the effects of #MPA. We published this comment
on @SpringerNature Marine Biology journal highlighting the problems in assessing ecological variations among protection levels. Check it out!

https://t.co/mYNgvJXG7L

[Australian Academy of Science @Science_Academy]

Vale Professor Bob Pressey FAA FRS
(16/09/1953 – 5/07/2023)
A conservation planning pioneer, Prof Pressey worked in a variety of roles, including spending 19 years with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service in semi-arid and forest ecosystems and a period as governor of the World Wildlife Fund Australia (@WWF_Australia).

Prof Pressey gave his time generously to the Academy, serving on a range of committees, including as chair of the Fenner Conferences on the Environment award committee. Just last year, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society.

Our sincere condolences to Bob’s family, friends and colleagues.

Read his Academy profile: https://t.co/mXCb473Rqz

[Rafael Magris @RafaelMagris]

🖤 🙌🏼🕯️

[Rodolphe Devillers @seamap]

Devastated to hear about the death of Dr Bob Pressey (left on the photo), a colleague, friend, mentor and giant in conservation planning that did so much for so many people. RIP Bob - you are leaving us way too early.