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An emerging crisis for Indian vultures
India's long-billed vulture has suffered a catastrophic 97% population decline, and new research reveals an overlooked threat beyond diclofenac: toxic effluents from the paper industry. This emerging danger to critically endangered vultures disrupts food chains and breeding success in already vulnerable populations.
When Bears Come Knocking: Japan's Growing Wildlife Crisis
Japan faces an unprecedented wildlife crisis as bear attacks reached a record-breaking 198 incidents in 2023, with 219 injuries reported. Rural abandonment, climate change, and behavioral shifts are driving Japan's two bear species into dangerous encounters with humans in urban and suburban areas.
Guardians of the Deep: Why Whale Conservation Matters for Our Blue Planet
Guardians of the deep: Why whale conservation matters for our blue planet. Discover whale diversity, their ecological role, and sustainable whale watching insights from Taiwan.
Behind the Paper
Living with Giants: Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Chitwan National Park
It's not unusual to see a majestic rhino using the same paths people take to work in Chitwan National Park. But when wildlife and humans share space this intimately, conflict is inevitable. My research in Nepal's biodiversity hotspot reveals how local communities want to adapt—and why listening to them is crucial for conservation.
Field Lessons from Chitwan, Nepal: Community Priorities in Conservation
Field lessons from Chitwan, Nepal: Real-world insights on conducting social science research in conservation. Community priorities and partnership building experiences.
Circular Economy in Taiwan: What the Public Thinks About Going Plastic-Free
Taiwan's journey toward a plastic-free future. Research reveals public attitudes toward circular economy solutions despite efficient recycling systems.
Eco Perspectives
Flight Industry Waste: Can We Rethink the Way We Fly?
Personal observations from air travel expose single-use waste at every checkpoint. Cross-industry collaboration can transform aviation sustainability
Christina Chook
Six Years in Taiwan Taught Me: Convenience Always Wins
After six years in Taiwan, I've learnt something profound: no matter how efficient your recycling system is, convenience will always win. From the lady eating bread on the bus to the grandmother with her cart full of plastic bags, I've watched an entire nation choose speed over sustainability. Here's what living in Asia's waste management model taught me about our throwaway culture.
Christina Chook
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