Global insect decline is the result of wilful political failure: A battle plan for entomology
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DOI: 10.1002/ece3.9417
Abstract: Abstract The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment assessed ecosystem change, human wellbeing and scientific evidence for sustainable use of biological systems. Despite intergovernmental acknowledgement of the problem, global ecological decline has continued, including declines in insect biodiversity,… read more here.
Keywords: insects; insect decline; entomology; battle plan ... See more keywords
Insect decline in Brazil: an appraisal of current evidence
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DOI: 10.1098/rsbl.2022.0219
Abstract: Recent reviews of data on worldwide insect decline include almost no information on Brazil. We gathered evidence from literature searches and a survey sent to researchers, to which 96 replied and 56 provided information and… read more here.
Keywords: decline; insect decline; decline brazil; insects ... See more keywords
Semantics of the insect decline narrative: recommendations for communicating insect conservation to peer and public audiences
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DOI: 10.1111/icad.12406
Abstract: Ambiguous or misleading language can affect science communication with peer and public audiences, with potentially damaging impacts on policy and public engagement. The word decline can be value‐laden and has inherent negative connotations. It is… read more here.
Keywords: peer public; public audiences; conservation; insect decline ... See more keywords
Insect Decline—A Forensic Issue?
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DOI: 10.3390/insects12040324
Abstract: Simple Summary Numerous studies report a decline in insect biodiversity and biomass on a global scale. Since forensic entomology relies on the presence of insects, the question of whether this discipline will be or already… read more here.
Keywords: insects; necrophagous insects; forensic entomology; entomology ... See more keywords