What is Connectivity?

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

Katherine Somerby

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

Meet Connectivity Science Expert Dr. Annika Keeley

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.

Career Opportunity: Chief Operating Officer

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.

FAQs About Biosphere Regions

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

About Us

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

Introduction to Connectivity #1

This infographic answers the question “What is connectivity?” and explains the concepts of wildlife movement, dispersal, and migration.

Introduction to Connectivity #2

This infographic answers the question “What is a corridor?” and provides examples of different types of ecological corridors.

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