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Current NEWS from the LIB cosmos
From newly discovered animal species to treasures of historical collections, from environmental changes to nature conservation in the Anthropocene, from the opening of a special exhibition to a panel discussion: you will find all the latest information here. We also offer current press releases for download in the press area.
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“Glanzlichter der Naturfotografie 2023” at the Museum Koenig Bonn
Learn moreImpressive, touching, artistically surprising: The 80 best “Glanzlichter der Naturfotografie” will be on display at Museum Koenig Bonn from September 21.
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Intercropping allows for insect conservation without yield loss
Learn moreHow can we halt biodiversity declines? A new study led by the Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change (LIB) shows possible solutions for agricultural landscapes.
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Algae provide clues about 600 million years of plant evolution
Learn moreA research team with participation of the LIB has published a study in Nature Plants that delves into the “terrestrialization of plants.”
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LIB study shows: Species diversity of Ecuador’s tarantulas greater than expected
Learn moreThe study presents the description of 38 new species of tarantulas of the genus Linothele published in the journal Arthropoda.
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Conservation Experts Warn of Current Dangers Posed by the Legal Wildlife Trade
Learn moreA multinational and interdisciplinary team of scientists has published new research that provides critical insights into the damage that the legal wildlife trade currently poses to global conservation and sustainability efforts.
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New FörTax data portal goes online
Learn moreThe FörTax project has developed an online data portal that for the first time provides an overview of currently existing relevant species knowledge activities in Germany.
