Tamara Jones+FollowTiny Trout Mystery Solved!Lake trout in northern Ontario are shrinking—like, from five feet to just two! Scientists think invasive rainbow smelt are to blame, messing with the trout’s health and causing major size drops. The wild part? No one’s sure how these smelt even got there, and getting rid of them is nearly impossible. Invasive species are a huge deal, costing billions and threatening native wildlife. Even small actions, like cleaning your fishing gear, can help stop the spread! #InvasiveSpecies #WildlifeWatch #EcoNews #NatureMystery #Science483Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowRed-Tailed Hawks Are Changing Their GameDid you know red-tailed hawks are totally switching up their migration habits? Thanks to warmer winters and more city sprawl, these iconic birds are sticking around places they used to ditch for the season. They’re even using buildings as hunting perches! But it’s not all good news—urban dangers like cars and pesticides are putting them at risk. Plus, this could mess with local ecosystems. Citizen scientists can help by tracking sightings, and we can all pitch in by cutting back on pollution and skipping harsh pesticides. #WildlifeWatch #UrbanNature #ClimateChange #BirdsOfPrey #EcoAction #Science1299Share
Wesley Romero+FollowWild Boars Are Back—And Locals Are Freaking OutWild boars, once extinct in the UK, are suddenly roaming Dartmoor National Park again—and people are seriously worried. Locals have spotted these chunky, tusked creatures charging at dogs and fear what could happen if a kid runs into one. Some say they were illegally reintroduced, and now there are thousands across England! While boars help the ecosystem, they can also wreck crops and spread disease. Would you want these wild animals in your backyard? #WildlifeWatch #Dartmoor #WildBoar #NatureNews #UKParks #Pets14149Share
