At Thursley Common, we’re examining belowground processes (soil, flora and fauna, and plant-fungal interactions) to understand how sensitive ecosystems respond and recover from nitrogen pollution
Find out more: bit.ly/3OKcbmQ
#ForPeopleNaturePlanet
Air pollution can affect some medicinal herbs and fungi, reducing biodiversity and resilience
Excess nitrogen can lower active ingredients in plants and fungi, disrupting the symbiotic relationships vital for their medicinal value
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🌿This #WorldWildlifeDay, we’re reflecting on how our air pollution work supports the environmental foundations medicinal and aromatic plants rely on: healthy soils, clean water and unpolluted ecosystems
By improving understanding of pollutants, we help safeguard these species
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🌊 JNCC is at #OSM2026!
Catch Danielle de Jonge & Jennifer McNulty on site & visit our poster #105 on how boundary organisations help bridge the science–policy gap in ocean governance.
Stop by the @mastscot.bsky.social booth (look for the seal! 🦭) to hear how they connect marine science with policy
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With a wingspan up to 1.66 meters, Great Black-backed Gulls are the largest species of gull globally. They're also the most predatory, often eating crustaceans, fish, and birds.
Head to the coast for the best chance of sightings!
#seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Find out how the Sustainable Blue Economies Programme, delivered by JNCC with NEPA & @unep.org Cartagena Convention Secretariat, is providing expert guidance to help communities restore these vital habitats bit.ly/3OCOWuL
#SBETechnical #SustainableBlueEconomy
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🌿Seagrass meadows play a critical role in the Caribbean by...
🐟serving as nurseries for commercially important fish species
🏖️protecting coastlines from erosion, storing carbon
🎣supporting the livelihoods of small-scale fishers and tourism-dependent communities
Mainstreaming nature ensures societal values are recognised and encourages investment: Food Security: Nature makes our food production possible. Water Security: Clean and reliable water Culture & Livelihoods: Nature anchors national identity, rooting people in their community & traditions Health & Wellbeing: Nature enhances quality of life Climate Mitigation & Energy Security: Nature provides our best tools to tackle climate change Climate Adaptation & Reilience: Nature based solutions safeguard property, livelihoods & lives Copyright JNCC
🌿 We’ve published an introduction to our Science Signpost report series which highlight opportunities & evidence needed to accelerate #NatureRecovery across the UK - offering thought leadership & practical ideas to support better policy & investment.
🔗 data.jncc.gov.uk/data/8e1f7b5...
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This Sunday, 22nd, is the February WeBS Core Count! Let's get out and count our wetland birds! 🌊
#Ornithology
#UKbirding
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📄Through the #OceanCountryPartnershipProgramme, we’ve published a Strategic Roadmap for MPA Implementation in Ghana, supporting progress in marine conservation & resilient coastal ecosystems bit.ly/Ghana-MPA-Ro...
Huge thanks to our Ghanaian partners for their expertise 💙
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Fin Whale copyright Nikki Taylor
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🐬 Strengthening cetacean conservation in UK waters
We’ve launched a pilot with ORCA using their existing data collection framework to target evidence gaps to support long-term strengthening of the evidence base & decision making capacity for #cetaceans
🔗 bit.ly/JNCC-ORCA
🔗 bit.ly/JNCC-Cetacea...
Ahead of #CMSCOP15, the reclassification of the green turtle to Least Concern is proof that international cooperation can reverse migratory species declines. 🐢
But its recovery is not uniform across regions and it still faces pressures, so continued action is essential: www.cms.int/news/green-t...
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Where would you rank the appearance of Black Guillemots amongst other UK seabirds? Their characteristic black, white, and scarlet features certainly catch the eye!
More Black Guillemot facts in the post below ⬇️
#seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
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📢#JobOpportunity #WeAreSeeking an Evidence Specialist - to help run & develop our species surveys, refresh long-term partnerships, & provide protocols for citizen science monitoring. bit.ly/JNCCjob202566
Closing date: Tuesday 3 March 2026
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📢#JobOpportunity #WeAreSeeking an Information Governance Manager – to shape & develop the Information Management capability at JNCC. bit.ly/JNCCjob2026003 Closing date: Sun 1 March 2026
From this workshop, guidance will be developed and shared with stakeholders to support continuity and strategic planning for Ghana's MPA governance.
Thank you to all the organisations that attended and supported our work 🌍💙
#TurningScienceIntoAction #ForNaturePeoplePlanet
Co-led by OCPP and GFRA, representatives from government, conservation groups and local communities shared lessons learned and charted the path forward for #MarineProtectedAreas
#TogetherForNature
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🌊 What does three years of ocean partnership look like?
Yesterday, key stakeholders came together to reflect on what partnership work has achieved for Ghana's marine ecosystems through the #OceanCountryPartnershipProgramme (OCPP)
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✨ The event also marked the Closing Ceremony of the OCPP Maldives Partnership - 5️⃣ years of practical collaboration for healthier oceans. The tools, knowledge & networks built will continue to support stronger marine protection well into the future.
Thanks to all who made this journey possible.
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🌊 Celebrating conservation success in the Maldives!
The UK’s #OceanCountryPartnershipProgramme was proud to support the 2nd PCA Forum, bringing together #MarineProtectedArea managers, experts & youth delegates to share knowledge & discuss the Maldives Roadmap to #30x30 🧵
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📢#JobOpportunity #WeAreSeeking a Land Management Biodiversity Adviser
We're looking for someone with knowledge of conservation and environmental issues and policy
Based in Peterborough or Aberdeen but with hybrid working
Closing date: 1 March 2026 bit.ly/3Ob2H3H
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We were honoured to host Minister Thoriq Ibrahim and the Maldives delegation at JNCC today
A productive discussion on marine protection emergency response, #30x30 progress & building on the work under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme
#TogetherForNature #MarineConservation
Protected areas play a leading role towards halting and reversing biodiversity loss by providing designated spaces for nature to recover
However, momentum is building towards a fundamentally new understanding of the role & purpose of these protected areas
#TogetherForNature #ForNaturePeoplePlanet
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Beyond Boundaries: How 30by30 is re-defining Protected Areas 3️⃣0️⃣❌3️⃣0️⃣
Today’s blog by Leah Farquharson explores the 30by30 target of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and how it is re-defining #ProtectedAreas 👉https://bit.ly/4aIc1om
It was reassuring to see members of the parliamentary house not only understood the evidence, but demonstrate such passion and determination to keep the political dialogue about the climate & nature crisis centre stage
#TogetherForNature #ForNaturePeoplePlanet
Along with fellow speakers Prof Rosie Hails @nationaltrust.org.uk, Dr Richard Millar (Climate Change Committee) & Lee Davies (Defra), they explored different aspects of climate adaptation & nature
Members were engaged, asked challenging questions & discussed political choices and policy options
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Our Chief Scientist, Dave Stone, had the pleasure of presenting to the inaugural meet of the Climate and Nature Crisis Caucus
🌿The Caucus brings together MPs & Peers from across parties to champion joined-up action on climate and nature
#ClimateChange #BiodiversityLoss
Alongside UK partners, we’re helping deliver a Parallel Programme to spotlight the findings and boost private‑sector contributions to UK & global nature goals 🌿✨
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#TurningScienceIntoAction #ForNaturePeoplePlanet
Beth Stoker, JNCC Director 🗣️"Sound scientific evidence & reliable data are essential for businesses to make informed decisions that benefit both their bottom line & nature. As hosts of the UK Biodiversity Indicators, JNCC ensures ready access to reliable biodiversity data in the UK"
JNCC supported Defra as part of the UK delegation, providing scientific and technical advice throughout negotiations.
#TogetherForNature
