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Ecologist practicing kindness in this beautiful, interconnected life (She/Her) RavenEcology.com

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Go Green @ecowarriorss.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Plant more Aspen trees to provide a natural buffer against wildfires, even as fire season intensifies, study shows Buffers made of aspen trees could help protect communities from worsening wildfires In other places bring in the Beavers www.livescience.com/planet-earth...
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Aspen trees provide a natural buffer against wildfires, even as fire season intensifies, study shows
Buffers made of aspen trees could help protect communities from worsening wildfires.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
The last 2 weeks of bat surveys with the SBDN in MS and NC were incredible! Our surveys contributed to biodiversity, population health data & genetics research for making wildlife management decisions. The highlight was hanging out w/ the sweet tricolored bats & feisty big brown bats.
Tricolored bat smiling while being held by a biologist’s gloved hand.Tricolored bat calmly looking at the camera while being held by a biologist’s gloved hand.Big brown bat opening it’s mouth to chatter while being held by a biologist’s gloved hand.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
This is heartbreaking and absolutely unnecessary destruction of one of the most beautiful places in Texas.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
I saw pikas while in high alpine meadows and talus fields in CO! Pikas live at high altitudes & survive harsh conditions w/o hibernating. They gather flowers & grasses to dry out over summer & store it as hay to eat in winter. #pika #AlpineMeadow
Pika smiling while perched on a rock Pika looks at camera through grassesPika carrying grasses in its mouth while running over a rock
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
The Brazilian free-tail bat maternal colony in South Central Texas was bustling! The babies stay home while their moms hunt moths & then return to nurse them. This little mother calmly poses for a pre-release pic after we collected data for colony health & to learn about migration patterns.
Brazilian free-tail bat giving the camera a side eye while being held in a biologist’s gloved hand.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
I visited my favorite eastern black rail (Laterallus jamaicensis jamaicensis) community. These federally-listed threatened birds are elusive & spend their time under thick marsh vegetation. Even though they’re being camera-shy today, you can still hear their kic-kic-kerr calls loud & clear.
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United Farm Workers @ufw.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Protection against heat “isn’t rocket science,” UFW's Strater said. “We know what it takes to keep workers alive in high heat: They need shade, they need paid rest breaks…they need training and information, not only as to what the danger signs are, but what their rights are. 1/2
Screenshot: Dangerous humidity is increasing in the Midwest and South, putting farmworkers at risk
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
I recently completed a nesting bird survey to check for active bird nests before construction activities commenced. We do this to make sure the project is in compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and doesn’t impact any active bird nests. #EnvironmentalConsulting #NestingBirds #Surveys
Bird nest in a mesquite tree.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
We had another successful bat research night collecting data on Brazilian free-tailed bats. Enjoy the slow motion video of one being released back into the night after data processing. #bats #BatResearch #EnvironmentalConsulting
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
It’s so important to listen to what’s being said in this post + videos. We need to fight against systemic racism + new/repeated Jim Crow tactics (not complain, but take action). It starts with acknowledging what’s happening with our judicial system to suppress Black votes and demanding reform.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Each Earth Day, I see a huge disconnect between how people claim they care for the environment versus how the reality of day-to-day life & operations are. I get it, it’s very hard to walk the walk in all aspects of environmental stewardship. In many cases, I find myself being hypocritical too. 1/
Phoenix cityscape at sunset
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
We counted over 10 Swainson’s hawks swooping in for a bat snack at last night’s cave emergence during netting. I’m normally on “Team Bat,” but it was awesome having so many Swainson’s swirling overhead while we worked.
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NPR @npr.org · 03/04/2026
For more than 15 years, botanist Naomi Fraga has been trying to collect seeds from the rare Death Valley sage, for safekeeping in a vault of native California seeds. n.pr/4ttOsq4
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A botanist searches for the seeds of the rare Death Valley Sage
For more than 15 years, botanist Naomi Fraga has been trying to collect seeds from the rare Death Valley sage, for safekeeping in a vault of native California seeds.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Spent the Spring Equinox assisting with bat research. Every time participating is as exciting as the last. Lots of bats were pouring out of the cave this time - all heading to work to devour those pesky spring mosquitoes 😉
Brazilian free-tailed bats flying against a dusky blue sky.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Let’s all stand together and say no to war.
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joeymaier 🌊 @joeymaier.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
One of The World's Rarest Sea Turtles Washes Up in Texas Covered in Organisms share.google/76HyFZS7ytWL...
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One of the World's Rarest Turtles Washes Up in Texas, Covered in Living Organisms and in Desperate Need of Help
A critically endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle was rescued in Texas after being found covered in organisms. The turtle is now receiving care from the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research and veterina...
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Out for this morning’s biological surveys in the Chihuahuan Desert, watching the sun rise above the dense fog.
Sun rising over a foggy desert grassland Desert Christmas cactus with red fruitsTree cholla under a mostly cloudy sky
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Oh, heyyyy creosote! This beautiful bush caught my eye as it was embraced by the morning sun.
Sun is shining on a creosote bush with yellow flowers and fuzzy white seed pods. The mountains and saguaro cactus are in the background.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Got to bring the kiddo with me to help with bat research. She managed the photography station since she isn’t authorized to handle bats. And now we probably have an up-and-coming bat biologist in the house. The amount of “squeeeee!!!” for each bat proved she is one of us. 🦇💕
Brazilian free tailed bat held calmly in a gloved hand.
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett @crockett.house.gov · 12/02/2026
Let’s be clear: these protections help keep our air breathable, our water drinkable, and our communities healthy. However, Trump decided to prioritize the interests of fossil fuel companies over the health and safety of Americans. Climate change isn't a scam; he is. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/12/c...
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Trump Administration Erases the Government’s Power to Fight Climate Change
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
Took a short break to journal as I sit on my favorite local perch along the trail. This has been a beautiful way to recharge my soul after a busy week.
Limestone cliffRiver from above the tree line with mostly bare trees on either side.
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ALT Fish and Wildlife Service @altfws.altgov.info · 03/02/2026
HELP NEEDED: If you can, please attend the Zoom hearing on the Fish Lake Tui Chub Feb 19: The Fish Lake Tui Chub, used to live in a half dozen springs in Fish Lake Valley in southwestern Nevada; they are now found in just one spring system that is threatened by groundwater pumping (for alfalfa).
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Trump Reconsiders Fish Safeguards After Lithium Mines Object (1)
The Trump administration is reconsidering its proposal to list a rare Nevada fish as endangered after a mining association said it could thwart lithium exploration in the state, according to a notice ...
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United Farm Workers @ufw.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
One year after the Bakersfield raids of January 2025. Kern County is no stranger to struggle. Just like the Delano Grape Strike of the 1960s, our communities will not give up. Together we will continue the fight for justice and dignity. #WeFeedYou #ICEOut
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50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
In the early 1930s the SA was roughing people up, creating chaos in neighborhoods, seeking to terrorize with the occasional killing. By the late 1930s it had been supplanted by the SS, which was much better trained.
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Abolish ICE, abolish DHS, redistribute the other agencies, prosecute actual criminals, such as people who commit execution-style murders of Americans in broad daylight.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
The weather was perfect for our due diligence survey of this potential mitigation site in North Texas. You wouldn’t believe crazy winter storms are forecasted for this weekend. #reclamation #wetlands #WOTUS #DueDiligence
Creek meandering through bare trees.
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Mačka @macka2u.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
I caught up with an acquaintance I haven’t seen in many months, last night. He said he’s been “using Creation as an oxygen mask,” and I felt that phrase in my bones (if not my lungs). #creativity #art #photography #foto #photographersofbluesky #bloomscrolling #macro #macrophotography #photographer
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@cmerfy Lifelong Democrat @cmerfy.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
📢🌊‼️ #LoneStarLeft on Sun pm, Jan 11, 2026 introduces a candidate I'd vote for in a heartbeat 🤠🤩 Check out the Q & A and other resources mentioned in this piece! This district is in & around Waco & the incumbent is Pete Sessions 😜 Please Read & Share! 🎁 #OV1 open.substack.com/pub/lonestar...
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Meet The Candidates: Milah Flores For Texas Congressional District 17
New voices vs. old power in TX17.
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
FFS. ICE is targeting Native Americans!
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Video from our last bat research night of 2025. We study bat populations, colony health, migration patterns, etc. After data collection, this sweet little Brazilian free-tailed bat was released back into the night skies to resume his pest management responsibilities. #bats #research #ecology
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
New immigrants rights hotline and assistance is available in McLennan County, Texas. Call with ICE sightings, resource requests, etc. They’re doing great work to support vulnerable members of our community! #ICE #Waco #ImmigrantsRights hotnir.org
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Heart of Texas Network for Immigrant Rights
Empowering Immigrant Communities Together
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Harvested Ashe juniper berries yesterday to spice our cranberry sauce. Absolutely phenomenal!
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Qasim Rashid, Esq. @qasimrashid.com · 28/11/2025
Black Friday! The day we buy things we don’t need to impress people we don’t like with money we don’t have—all the day after giving gratitude for what we already have. Makes Perfect Sense.😐 IF you shop today, shop local, shop small biz, shop minority owned, or shop women owned.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
The EPA (held hostage by this administration) is trying to further gut our nation’s wetland protections. Wetlands are essential for flood protection, water filtration, biodiversity, drought mitigation and so much more. Make public comments to reject these changes. www.epa.gov/system/files...
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
We lost our beautiful kitty Jazzy last week. We’re devastated. She was way too young to pass and it hurts. Her legacy will be honored most by reminding everyone to find the time to be playful and joyful every day. And don’t let people you don’t trust invade your space. Love you fur-ever, Jazzy!
Tortoiseshell cat Jazzy snuggling next to her pit pull friend.
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 14/11/2025
Starbucks’ CEO makes 6,666x what the average @sbworkersunited.org barista does. It would take less than one day of sales to finalize a fair contract. Baristas at Starbucks corporate stores nationwide are on strike to fight this corporate greed and get the fair contract they deserve.
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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
The USDA is the fail safe for SNAP. They have a contingency fund to ensure it’s covered in the event of a shutdown. They’re refusing. Grocery stores stepped up to try and help by offering discounts to any SNAP recipients and the USDA told them they had to stop. Starvation as a policy choice.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
I led an Earthing session at a women’s retreat in Ohio last month. It was so beautiful holding space for women used to city living to reconnect to nature and themselves. #Earthing #Connectivity #Nature
Sun poking through fall trees at a lakeside retreat in Ohio
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
Can confirm.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Here’s a #BatWeek sneak peak. We gave back to the bat community by assisting with bat research, focusing on migratory patterns and colony health metrics for Brazilian free-tailed bats. Just look at this little cutie!
Brazilian free-tailed bat held in a gloved hand
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Not my video either, but look at Waco showing up! And so many people driving by raised the energy with love and support! #NoKings #Waco
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Support them if you can 💕
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Went all the way to Southeast New Mexico for a wetland survey in order to spot this adorable Texas horned lizard.
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
I’m grateful for last night’s opportunity to participate in bat research surveys. We spent the evening capturing bats, collecting data and lab samples, PIT tagging, and then releasing them into the night sky. I love participating in efforts to enhance bat populations. They do so much for us!
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
I helped with a bat capture survey last week, which is a multi-year survey studying the bat populations at a regenerative pecan farm in Texas. 🦇 I love working with bats and seeing their unique personalities. The evening bats were chatty little things - they can definitely carry a conversation! 😉
Bat smiling for the camera while being held in a gloved handCapture nets strung across a river, getting ready for evening surveys
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Sometimes when you’re out doing a wetland assessment, you realize someone beat you to it. In this case, that someone was a beaver! During our Colorado project, we stumbled upon a beaver working hard to create fabulous new habitat. It’s exciting to partner this outstanding restoration professional 😉
Beaver dam creating a deep pool with vegetation on the edges and mountains and clouds in the background
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Raven @rvneco.bsky.social · 03/08/2025
American beautyberry is living up to her name in the Houston area this summer. But so are the thorny vines, like green sawbriar, who made sure to reach out and remind me of their presence during the entire survey.
American beatyberry plant with broad leaves and clusters of bright purple-pink berries.Dense vegetation with trees and thick undergrowth.
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Rɪᴄʜᴀʀᴅ Tᴜꜰꜰɪɴ ᵃᵘ ᶜᵇʳ ᶜᶠᶜ @richardtuffin.bsky.social · 26/07/2025
New bladeless wind turbine generates clean, quiet, bird-safe power www.thebrighterside.news/post/new-bla...
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New bladeless wind turbine generates clean, quiet, bird-safe power
New bladeless wind turbine uses vibration instead of blades, offering quieter, safer, and greener energy for homes and cities.
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