DeepDive

Deep Dive unpacks the complexities of the NSW Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM), offering a simplified overview of how it works and what it means for development and conservation in NSW. https://www2.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/animals-and-plants/biodiversity-offsets-scheme/about/biodiversity-assessment-method 

The article, "Barotrauma is a significant cause of bat fatalities at wind turbines," focuses on how air pressure changes around wind turbines can lead to barotrauma in bats, resulting in fatalities. Baerwald, E. F., D'Amours, G. H., Klug, B. J., & Barclay, R. M. R. (2008). Barotrauma is a significant cause of bat fatalities at wind turbines. Current Biology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2008.06.029

Ever wonder how scientists really know where to put those camera traps to catch sneaky wildlife? This week on Deep Dive, we're uncovering the secrets of precise camera placement! Paul D Meek, Lucy Collingridge, Deane Smith, Guy Ballard. A Calibration Method for Optimizing Detection of Species Using Camera Traps. JOJ Wildl Biodivers. 2024: 5(2): 555655 DOI:  10.19080/JOJWB.2024.05.555656