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Sea Turtle Conservation

University of Washington students are getting their hands dirty by releasing sea turtle hatchlings and supporting conservation efforts in Costa Rica. Third-year undergraduate student, Kylie Baker, shares how she got involved with Osa Conservation and what she’s learned from completing conservation field research.

FieldNotesJanuary 13, 2023Sea Turtle, Conservation, Costa Rica, Osa Peninsula

The Problem With Hating Wasps

Should be be so afraid of wasps? These creatures, even when they clash with humans, still play a vital role as part of regional and global ecosystems.

FieldNotesJune 7, 2021Bees, Wasps, Environmentalism, Education, Conservation

Save the Bees?

Slogans like “save the bees” can lead to misconceptions, driving resources away from where they’re needed most. You can help native pollinators through simple actions like planting native flowers in your garden and avoiding the use of pesticides. Saving bees is a great goal, so aim your efforts in the right direction!