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An Bollen

@anbollen

Freelancing ecologist with over 15 years of experience in biodiversity conservation. Passionate scuba diver with a soft spot for islands.

 Brussels Belgium
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Joined July 2011
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Cliomate cartoon of the day: Summing up status! By @kaltoons
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Audrey@Thenaudrey28 Jun 2021
The summary video of our LIFE platform meeting on Ecological Connectivity is out 👍🦋- thanks to the great job of my #Neemo colleagues! @LIFEprogramme #LIFE4nature #LIFEconnectivity @anbollen @LynneBarratt1 @Clare__Taylor youtu.be/xjQHwr5yLq8
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Beautiful #FridayFilm from #Principe sharing the work of @FaunaFloraInt in this idyllic spot #turtles #fishing #SmallScaleFisheries #SustainableOceanEconomy
Fundação Príncipe (@FundaPrincipe) profile pictureFundação Príncipe@FundaPrincipe21 May 2021
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@FundaPrincipe has partnered with @FaunaFloraInt, @OikosONGD and #Marapa in establishing a network of marine protected areas across São Tomé & Príncipe through a co-management approach with the local communities, with support from @BlueActionFund and @ArcadiaFund.
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@FundaPrincipe has partnered with @FaunaFloraInt, @OikosONGD and #Marapa in establishing a network of marine protected areas across São Tomé & Príncipe through a co-management approach with the local communities, with support from @BlueActionFund and @ArcadiaFund.
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Fabulous to see an amazing #restoration project in action and excited to see what the #marine environment holds! ⁦@FaunaFloraInt⁩ bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-a…

Redonda: The Caribbean island transformed into an eco haven

After invasive rats and goats were removed from Redonda, the island's wildlife has been thriving.

bbc.co.uk
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How's the #LIFEprogramme contributing to a greener 🌎? It has been 🔑 in establishing the #Natura2000 network & supporting the #EUBiodiversity strategy for 2030. 🦉 Join us on 4 March to learn how to discuss further actions for #OurNature 👉 europa.eu/!TD46Dd #LIFE4Nature
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We couldn't agree more! 😍#rewilding ow.ly/D55V50Dlc6w
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Jan Mees@jmeesvliz7 Jul 2020
Why we need sharks: the true nature of the ocean's 'monstrous villains' theguardian.com/environment/…

Why we need sharks: the true nature of the ocean's 'monstrous villains'

Why did dolphins get Flipper while sharks got Jaws? These majestic, diverse animals bring balance to the ocean ecosystem – and they’re in grave danger

theguardian.com
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Wow! Check all these sunfish! We get occasional ones in the #hebrides over summer but nothing like this! Flip flap
KSBW Action News 8 (@ksbw) profile pictureKSBW Action News 8@ksbw15 Jun 2020
HOLY GUACAMOLA: A large school of sunfish (Mola Mola) was seen on a field trip at Breakwater Cove in Monterey over the weekend. #monterey #montereybay @MontereyAq @HopkinsMarine
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Find out how our #forests have changed in the last thirty years – this Thursday #FRA2020
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Jan Mees@jmeesvliz28 Apr 2020
Silence is golden for whales as lockdown reduces ocean noise theguardian.com/environment/…
Silence is golden for whales as lockdown reduces ocean noise

Silence is golden for whales as lockdown reduces ocean noise

Drop in underwater noise levels allows scientists to study effects of quieter oceans on marine wildlife

theguardian.com
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Have you always wanted to see the beautiful fauna in the sea around Madagascar? The Marine adventure trip is perfect for you! This trip is hosted by An Bollen. During the trip you will visit several tropical coral reefs, seagrass beds, vast sandy beaches, rocky islets etc. etc.
Image from Mora Travel (@mora_travel)
Image from Mora Travel (@mora_travel)
Image from Mora Travel (@mora_travel)
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Jan Mees@jmeesvliz15 Apr 2020
Opinion: We need a global movement to transform ocean science for a better world pnas.org/content/early/2020/…
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We want your opinion! What is your wish for the future #LIFEProgramme? Take part in our consultation 💬 and tell us how you think the LIFE Programme 2021-2017 should be like. ➡️ europa.eu/!WH34pb #EUHaveYourSay
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Jan Mees@jmeesvliz1 Apr 2020
Oceans can be restored to former glory within 30 years, say scientists theguardian.com/environment/…
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[NEWS] Stay updated on the latest oceanic news! 👇
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Output of the workshops at #OceanAction 👏
Image from Bigger and Better Marine Protected Areas (@BiggerBetterMPA)
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Jan Mees@jmeesvliz30 Jan 2020
Race to exploit the world’s seabed set to wreak havoc on marine life theguardian.com/environment/…
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Please RT! Empowering #young artists to connect, create & communicate for our #blue #planet. 🌊🎨🌎- 2020 #Ocean #Awareness #Contest - for teenagers who care. Sign up! bit.ly/31Td9Qa @fromthebowseat @ConservOptimism @OceanOptimism
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Earth is burning and run by psychopaths. But, there’s hope...
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