What is ecological connectivity, and why is it so essential for the health of planet Earth and its inhabitants? Ecological connectivity is the unimpeded movement of species and the flow of natural processes that sustain life on Earth. Because animals need to move for their survival, maintaining connections between habitat areas is key to saving
As the Communications and Development Coordinator, Katherine brings an eagerness for connectivity conservation and wildlife protection. Providing broad support to the Center’s Communications and Development departments, Katherine concentrates on digital marketing, writing, facilitating donor fundraising, and supporting public and private grant development. Prior to The Center, Katherine attended the University of St Andrews in Scotland
Life seems to be coming full circle for Senior Conservation Scientist Dr. Annika Keeley. Annika currently resides in her sleepy German hometown of 6,000, working remotely for the Center for Large Landscape Conservation while visiting her parents – her typical habitat is that of Davis, California, just west of Sacramento. But it is her homeland countryside that spurred Annika’s love for nature and, more specifically, the science behind it.
The Center for Large Landscape Conservation is looking for a new team member to fill the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). The Center is growing, and we are seeking an experienced COO to oversee the organization’s business operations to ensure we are positioned for continued growth and effective delivery of our conservation mission.
Frequently Asked Questions What are the benefits of biosphere regions? More than 700 biosphere reserves in 129 nations, including 28 in the United States, are recognized internationally for their beauty, biodiversity, and economic and cultural values. The US Biosphere Network (USBN) and World Network of Biosphere Reserves are laboratories of ideas for finding forward-thinking
We envision a world where nature and people thrive in connected, resilient landscapes. Our Mission: The Center for Large Landscape Conservation advances ecological connectivity for climate resilience worldwide through science, policy, practice, and collaboration. VIDEO: What We Do Find out why the Center was founded, what makes us different, and how we work to
The Roundtable on the Crown of the Continent addresses changing land use and climate in one of the largest intact landscapes in North America. Home to diverse stakeholders, this northern Rocky Mountain ecosystem bridges the U.S. and Canada, including Glacier National Park and Waterton Lakes National Park.
Guidance and best practices for connectivity planning, including examples from case studies in forest planning. Resources associated with the case studies are listed in the references section. We suggest using this guide in tandem with Planning for Diversity, a companion publication that addresses the overarching conservation framework of the 2012 Planning Rule.
This infographic answers the question “What is connectivity?” and explains the concepts of wildlife movement, dispersal, and migration.
This infographic answers the question “What is a corridor?” and provides examples of different types of ecological corridors.