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Kevin J. Gaston

@kevinjgaston.bsky.social
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Conservationist, ecologist, naturalist, author.

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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
🚨August issue out now! The beautiful cover shows members of the Dalubao herd of Asian elephants feeding on corn beside a rubber plantation in Jinghong, Xishuangbanna, Southwest China. Photo by Chenhao Zhou ➡️ buff.ly/EXcwce5 📖 Full issue ➡️ buff.ly/lxZWK8M
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
🚨 Our July issue is out! 🐺 Including the Special Feature - SHARING LANDSCAPES WITH WILDLIFE ➡️ buff.ly/2sP2NLW With an incredible cover image of Petaca, a wild puma female, photographed by Omar Ohrens ➡️ buff.ly/zMDj3XO 📖 Read the issue ➡️ buff.ly/HBDpxuf
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
🚨 May issue now live! ➡️ buff.ly/UnG36Ns Mediterranean green snails, shown on our cover image, spend most of their life underground. They emerge after rainfall, revealing the ecological value of archaeological sites as biodiversity refuges. Photo credit: Antonio Romano. 🐌 buff.ly/Ubt1fHA
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
🚨Our March issue is now live! 📖 buff.ly/dRncFQX 🐝 Our amazing cover image depicts the special relationship between wild honeyguides and the humans they guide to wild bees’ nests. Read more about these honeyguides here ➡️ buff.ly/r8mObm6
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PLOS Biology @plosbiology.org · 23/02/2026
Despite advances, quantifying complex motion info remains challenging. @jtroscianko.bsky.social @kevinjgaston.bsky.social &co present BehaveAI, a #video analysis tool that sees motion as color, tracking animals & classifying #behavior in complex natural scenes @plosbiology.org 🧪 plos.io/4kTF1wX
BehaveAI turns patterns of movement into false colours that reveal an object or limb’s direction, speed and acceleration in a single frame, making it easy for deep learning neural nets to track objects and classify their behaviour. This demonstration shows a herring gull (Larus argentatus) taking off, with its most recent movements shown in blue, while green and red show its movements further back in time. Image credit: Jolyon Troscianko.
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
🚨 Deadline update - 8th March 🌟 We're looking for Associate Editors to join our People and Nature editorial board Find out more and apply here ➡️ buff.ly/LvTJGnW
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Jolyon Troscianko @jtroscianko.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Eye-opening findings on how light suppresses moth activity. Light attracts moths, but what if we've been missing a much more pervasive effect where even sky-glow light levels make them freeze? Paper: doi.org/10.1098/rspb... @uniexecec.bsky.social @esbriolat.bsky.social @kevinjgaston.bsky.social
Moth perched on a streetlamp. Our work suggests that light suppresses activity in moths, so once attracted to a light they are prevented from escape.
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Jolyon Troscianko @jtroscianko.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Our BehaveAI paper has just come out! Easy & effective tracking & behavioural classification, even with tiny (2px), fast moving, camouflaged objects. Paper: doi.org/10.1371/jour... Download: github.com/troscianko/B... @uniexecec.bsky.social @kevinjgaston.bsky.social @jimamclgalloway.bsky.social
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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 16/02/2026
📣Deadline extended  Our applications for Associate Editor are now open until 8 March 2026.  We are now looking for both practitioners and academics to join our board of the  Journal of Applied Ecology, and Ecological Solutions and Evidence.
British Ecological Society recruitment ad on teal background, reading 'Join us as an Associate Editor, Apply by 8 March.' Below, two people work with equipment by water under a night sky, illuminated by bright lights.
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
🌟 We've updated our aims and scope, now live and ready to read on our website! ➡️ buff.ly/2W4T8oR 🚨 Our February issue is also now live. With a fantastic cover image provided by Vincent Porcher, from this recently published paper 📖 buff.ly/e3kfQ4S
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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 28/01/2026
Moths’ attraction to artificial light, such as streetlights, is common knowledge and has been much studied. But, as many people will have observed, and now new research shows, moths may also remain still if they land near a light, apparently “trapped”. ex.ac.uk/dYy
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Kevin J. Gaston @kevinjgaston.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
How should the discipline of ecology and the community of ecologists respond to the ecological crisis? Is it time that these were put on something more akin to an emergency footing? www.cell.com/action/showP...
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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 20/11/2025
An ecosystem approach is the only way to halt the vanishing of UK wildlife. Our latest report with @nationaltrust.org.uk, led by @pettorelli.bsky.social, makes clear that human wellbeing is underpinned by ecosystems continuing to function in a resilient way. 📰Covered in @theecologist.org
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
🐦‍⬛ Hearing loss significantly affects the extent to which people can listen to, and enjoy natural sounds, birdsong in particular. Results highlight the need for greater attention to the relationship between sensory capabilities and the extinction of nature experience ➡️ buff.ly/Wg6vQlf
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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 06/11/2025
Time to rethink nature conservation? Ecologists call for an ecosystem approach to halt UK wildlife decline and protect the vital services nature provides us in our new report with @nationaltrust.org.uk  @pettorelli.bsky.social
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Campaign for National Parks @campaign4parks.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
The British public love National Parks & Landscapes. Weakening the law that protects them would be devastating for nature, visitors & the businesses they support. These places need more support from Gov't to make them wilder & more accessible to everyone 👇 www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Plans to weaken protections for national parks will have ‘disastrous consequences’ say green groups
Exclusive: Letter from 170-plus organisations calls on government to drop proposed changes to planning law
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
This #PeerReviewWeek we'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has reviewed for us over the last year 📖 We really appreciate the time and effort spent in helping us to publish quality research 🌟 List here: buff.ly/ntKpXH4
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British Ecological Society @britishecologicalsociety.org · 10/09/2025
Thanks to UK leadership, a global 30x30 target was adopted at COP15 in 2022 as part of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. But last year, the Government appeared to be sleepwalking with only 3% of land in England effectively protected. Today, we are moonwalking at just 2.8%. 🧪🌎
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RENEWBiodiversity.bsky.social @renewbiodiversity.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
RENEW Research paper provides a flexible approach for nature recovery in landscapes with multiple choices for habitat creation. Read more about the Ebrel model: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... #naturerecovery #biodiversityrenewal @exeter.ac.uk @uniofexeteresi.bsky.social
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Spatial prioritisation for nature recovery with multiple options for habitat creation
The Ebrel model provides a flexible approach to the challenge of identifying priority areas, and meeting biodiversity targets, for nature recovery in landscapes where there are multiple choices for h...
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University of Exeter's Environment and Sustainability Institute @uniofexeteresi.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
An article which encapsulates the ecological work with drones over the past decade whilst also looking forward to what this next evolutionary step in drone technology offers ecologists. tinyurl.com/yb8v794s Authors: Profs Karen Anderson, Felipe Gonzalez and Kevin Gaston.
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University of Exeter News @uniofexeternews.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
The first film in the six-part series visits Kynance Cove in #Cornwall where Natural England works with @nationaltrust.org.uk to manage this wonderful nature reserve. www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4Lp...
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Kynance Cove & The Lizard – Wild Westcountry Odyssey
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RENEWBiodiversity.bsky.social @renewbiodiversity.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
“Traffic light” dog-walking zones in the UK can benefit people, #dogs & the #environment, according to the new ‘Paws for Thought’ report by the #ExCASES team, as part of the RENEW #Biodiversity Programme. Read the full report below: renewbiodiversity.org.uk/excases-miss...
A photograph of a spaniel looking eagerly at the camera, with the words `Paws for thought’, written on the frontpage. Please follow the link for more information.
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RENEWBiodiversity.bsky.social @renewbiodiversity.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
`The Land Speaks: From Stone Walls to Stakeholders on #Dartmoor.’ Read RENEW PhD student Emma Squire’s blog, with poetry from @calebparkinpoet.bsky.social inspired by the RENEW Programme’s Early Career Researcher #biodiversity retreat. renewbiodiversity.org.uk/the-land-spe...
A photograph of a group of people meeting on Dartmoor, please follow the link to read the blog post.
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
People and Nature is seeking proposals to the Special Feature “Halfway through the UN Decade: taking stock of social-ecological restoration”. Submissions will be open until 30th June - find all further information & the submission form here: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/page/journal...
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
People and Nature is seeking proposals to the Special Feature 'Forests and Care'. Submissions will be open until 22nd June - find all further information and the submission form here: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/toc/10.1...
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Nathalie Pettorelli @pettorelli.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Should Ecology be more proactive & vocal on one of the key issues of our times? What systemic & institutional changes are needed for the ecological community to be at the forefront of the response? If these are questions that speak to you, this new paper may be of interest lnkd.in/eXfXG4xM
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University of Exeter's Environment and Sustainability Institute @uniofexeteresi.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
New article: Systematic conservation planning for nature recovery. tinyurl.com/6juu9nen Authors: Dr David Baker, @kevinjgaston.bsky.social, @kristianmetcalfe.bsky.social, @ilyamaclean.bsky.social . #biodiversity #climate #SustainableDevelopment @uniexecec.bsky.social
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RENEWBiodiversity.bsky.social @renewbiodiversity.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Have you participated in a nature recovery activity in the UK? Do you have 15-minutes spare to complete a short survey? Take part in our nature recovery survey and enter a raffle to win a £100 gift card! 🐞📋🌱 Simply follow the link for more info: exe.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
An image of hands cradling an oak tree sapling, with the words ‘Have you participated in a nature recovery activity in the UK?’ Please follow the link to complete the survey.
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People and Nature @peopleandnature.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
The call for proposals for our new Special Feature, 'Novel Communities in response to Global Change', with @journalofecology.bsky.social & @jappliedecology.bsky.social is open! See here for more information, including how to submit your abstract: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/toc/10.1...
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University of Exeter's Environment and Sustainability Institute @uniofexeteresi.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
A new study exploring how people's connection to #nature varies across countries and what might be driving those differences. Authors: Dr Masashi Soga and @kevinjgaston.bsky.social. 👉 www.cell.com/one-earth/fu... @uniexecec.bsky.social
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Jean-Marc Bonzom @jmbonzom.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Extinction of experience among ecologists dlvr.it/THHFk2
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Extinction of experience among ecologists
Fieldwork-based research and education in ecology are under multiple threats and are progressively declining. We call for greater attention to this ongoing loss of direct field experience within the ecology community, as it could have widespread consequences for science and education, ultimately hindering efforts to address the ongoing biodiversity crisis.
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RENEWBiodiversity.bsky.social @renewbiodiversity.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Another great opportunity from RENEW: Join RENEW T4 #Business & #Finance with the Department of Geography @uniofexeternews.bsky.social to codesign a web-based biodiversity platform & #digital toolbox to help businesses understand/address their impacts on #nature & #biodiversity. buff.ly/4gfiZkV
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Jolyon Troscianko @jtroscianko.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
New paper out showing how pulses of blue-white lights (such as those in modern car headlights) cause more harmful responses in moths compared to warmer coloured light pulses. royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/... @exetercec.bsky.social
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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 26/11/2024
We're passionate about inspiring children with books and biodiversity, which is why we're working with the brilliant team at RENEW! Here's what happened when we brought together authors, illustrators, scientists and early years practitioners - watch the full video 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0ZX...
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