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The Oxford Nature Network @biodivoxford.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Join us for a talk exploring the hidden world of tropical forest insects with @louiseaashton.bsky.social It'll be a fascinating look at why protecting insect biodiversity is essential for the future of tropical ecosystems. In person & on line: bookwhen.com/oxfordbiodiv...

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Adam Sharp @adam-sharp.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

New article out today in Nature - intensified El Niño events under climate change appear to be chipping away at tropical forest arthropod diversity. This is already leading to substantial losses in arthropod function in primary forests across the tropics. rdcu.be/ezAxP

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Stronger El Niños reduce tropical forest arthropod diversity and function

Nature - Time-series data from tropical forests tracking weather and declines in arthropod diversity and function show that fluctuations in species were largely dependent on their El Niño...

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Louise Ashton @louiseaashton.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

New paper in @natrevbiodiv.bsky.social led by Michael Boyle. We review the evidence for tropical insect biodiversity change, the major drivers and ecological consequences. We also highlight research trends and future directions in tropical insect research. rdcu.be/egjby

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Louise Ashton @louiseaashton.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

hi everyone! My first post is the excellent news that I've been give tenure! Really excited to continue to work with an excellent team of scientists in the biodiversity and environmental change lab (www.louiseashton.net) and grateful for all the support from my mentors and peers.

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