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Taxonomy Recognition Day - 23.05.2025

09/05/2025

Ever dreamed of discovering a new species? Fascinated by the hidden corners of life on Earth? Passionate about protecting our planet’s incredible biodiversity? If so, taxonomy might just be your calling!


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Taxonomy Recognition Day - 23.05.2025

09/05/2025

Ever dreamed of discovering a new species? Fascinated by the hidden corners of life on Earth? Passionate about protecting our planet’s incredible biodiversity? If so, taxonomy might just be your calling!


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The European Flat oyster, back from (never?) being gone?

08/05/2025

Due to overfishing, pollution and diseases, the European flat oyster almost completely disappeared from our country. Today there are signs that the species has begun a cautious recovery.


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Belgium takes next step in the fight for biodiversity

25/04/2025

Belgium has taken another important step in the fight against biodiversity loss by officially adopting its National Biodiversity Strategy for 2025-2030, the reference framework for Belgian government actions in favour of nature for the next six years.


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Dense vegetation makes saltmarshes more vulnerable to sea level rise

17/04/2025

Saltmarshes are among nature’s best defenses against rising sea levels. New research shows that dense vegetation on saltmarshes makes them more vulnerable to sea level rise because the vegetation hinders sediment transport.


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Marine Strategy for a sustainable and resilient North Sea

26/03/2025

The updated Belgian Marine Strategy has been published. The document provides a thorough assessment of the state of the marine environment in the Belgian North Sea.


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Dolphin surfaces in the Scheldt, but does not survive

17/03/2025

A common dolphin that washed ashore in Burcht on March 7th appeared to have been filmed alive in Hamme on January 31st.


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A medieval bear with lead poisoning: the earliest evidence of metal pollution

11/03/2025

Researchers have demonstrated that a thousand-year-old brown bear suffered from lead poisoning. This discovery represents the earliest evidence of human-caused heavy metal pollution affecting a wild animal. 
 


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International Women's Day 2025

08/03/2025

On 8 March 2025, the Institute of Natural Sciences wishes to celebrate women, diversity and equity!


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Harbour porpoises avoid shipping

22/02/2025

A combined analysis of aerial observations of marine mammals and shipping data shows that harbour porpoises avoid areas with heavy shipping traffic.