Nature's Balance. Hummingbirds, Other Pollinators and Biodiversity with Prof. Ainhoa Magrach
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Ever wondered why scientists keep talking about biodiversity? In this episode, Professor Ainhoa Magrach from Spain's BC3 Basque Centre for Climate Change reveals why diverse ecosystems are the foundation of everything.
Think of biodiversity as nature's shock absorber. Professor Magrach uses a brilliant analogy: diversifying your ecosystem is like diversifying your investment portfolio – it protects against crashes. When heatwaves hit or droughts strike, diverse ecosystems bounce back while simplified ones collapse. That's not just good for nature; it's essential for human survival.
You'll discover surprising facts about the hidden world of pollinators (did you know hummingbirds are crucial pollinators too?), learn why monoculture farming is biodiversity's enemy, and find out what practical steps farmers and citizens can take right now to make a difference.
Key themes:
The biodiversity-stability connection explained simply
Why native species matter for your local ecosystem
The fascinating world of pollinators beyond honeybees
Agricultural practices that harm vs. help biodiversity
What REDD+ means for forest conservation
How citizen science empowers everyday people
Your power to influence environmental policy
USEFUL LINKS
Basque Centre for Climate Change: https://www.bc3research.org/en/
Ainhoa's website: https://www.ainhoamagrach.com/
iNaturalist: https://www.inaturalist.org/
eBird: https://ebird.org/home
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