June 2020 - Silvica: Blog for Sustainable Development

There are less than 5,000 black rhinos in the wilds of Africa as the species is critically endangered (Image by Ron Porter from Pixabay)

Feeding and breeding habits of black rhino

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 9, 2020
Post category:Natural Resources management wildlife wildlife ecology

The black rhino population in Africa is increasing. Understanding the threats, breeding and feeding habits of the rhino could further assist in conservation.

Elephants are a keystone species in many African landscapes

Feeding and breeding habits of African elephants

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 9, 2020
Post category:Natural Resources management wildlife wildlife ecology

The feeding and breeding habits of African elephants mean that they require massive spaces, something that is drastically decreasing in Africa’s wilderness areas.

Advancement in medicine, technology and agriculture is leading to overpopulation

The Environmental Issues of Overpopulation

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 7, 2020
Post category:Environmental Management

Nuclear energy is often left out of environmentally friendly energy source discussions. There are cases for and against nuclear energy. Be the judge

A nuclear power plant

Is Nuclear Energy an Environmentally Friendly Energy Source?

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 7, 2020
Post category:Environmental Management Pollution

Nuclear energy is often left out of environmentally friendly energy source discussions. There are cases for and against nuclear energy. Be the judge

CleanMyBeach application is a free easy to use app to do beach

Get involved in addressing ocean pollution through CleanMyBeach application

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 4, 2020
Post category:Pollution

Marine pollution is an urgent environmental issue. CleanMyBeach application provides a free and easy to use platform to conduct ocean cleanups

Microplastic could originate when plastic is exposed to the sun or it can be manufactured

Definitions, types and potential microplastics effects on human health

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 1, 2020
Post category:Pollution

Marine pollution is an urgent environmental issue. CleanMyBeach application provides a free and easy to use platform to conduct ocean cleanups

Plastic pollution is rampant in oceans

Sources, effects and how to prevent marine pollution

Post author:Davidokul
Post published:June 1, 2020
Post category:Pollution

Marine pollution is an urgent environmental issue. Trash and chemicals from land and ships pollute the vital aquatic ecosystems, with plastics being a major pollutant.