JNCC
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The UK’s statutory, scientific authority on nature. We work across land & sea for nature, for people & the planet.
🌿 Northern Ireland's #peatlands support wildlife, store carbon & help reduce flood risk. Our new report for @daera-ni.gov.uk reviews the evidence and shows restoration actions can improve biodiversity, water quality & carbon storage. Read more: jncc.gov.uk/news/new-evi... #NatureRecovery
It's been a record year for Sandwich Terns nesting on islands at #RSPBPaghamHarbour, following long term efforts to protect and restore them! Read RSPB England's breakdown here: www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dx4... #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
The latest breeding success records submitted to the SMP include Kittiwake fledglings like these two! They easily stand out from their parents thanks to their black collar and dark wing bands! #Seabirds @btoscotland.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
(1/) Staying on the heathland birds theme, today, we focus on the aerobatic Hobby. Although not restricted to heathland, this species is regularly seen catching invertebrates over this habitat. Read on more for more… @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology
Species Spotlight Lesser Butterfly Orchid - Platanthera bifolia has two strictly parallel pollinia in the centre of the flower, which are close together & about 2mm long, compared to the divergent, wider spaced & 3-4mm long pollinia in the Greater Butterfly Orchid. 📷 C Harris
An incredible 60,000 citizen scientists have taken part in the #BigButterflyCount so far. Thank you! 💚🦋 Together, you have recorded over 900,000 butterflies and moths across the UK, with the Gatekeeper currently in top position. 📷: Megan Lowe
🌱 How can we ensure land supports nature, climate resilience & people? JNCC joined government, conservation & land management organisations at Defra’s 'Walking the Talk on Land Use' roundtable, hosted by Ruth Davis, to discuss the Land Use Framework & UK's #30x30 ambitions 🧵
(1/) This week, we head north for an interesting study that was conducted by Nord University in Norway. It used an online bird identification test to upskill survey volunteers in order to increase the number of species that were detected during surveys. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social
A really useful blog. Building social justice into projects and programmes isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ but an element that should be factored into projects and objectives at the start if outcomes are going to be sustained long-term
JNCC@jncc.bsky.social · 3w ago#NatureRecovery & #ClimateAdaptation aren't just environmental challenges – they're social ones too Our latest blog explores how embedding justice into decision-making can strengthen resilience, support communities & improve outcomes for nature 📖 jncc.gov.uk/news/equity-...
After a spring and summer of seabird fieldwork, data entry might not be at the top of your mind. So, if you need a complete refresher or just want to pick up some handy submission tips, watch our new video here! youtu.be/8Ai7XQLHi3I #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
📢#WeAreSeeking two Executive Assistants - proactive professionals for high-quality administrative & operational support to a Chief Officer bit.ly/JNCCjob20264... ⭐Hybrid working role based in Peterborough or Aberdeen ⭐Permanent contract ⭐£28,558 ⭐Closing date 11 August 2026
🌿 Heading to #WildSummit2026? Join Gemma Harper @jncc-ceo.bsky.social on the Main Stage for a discussion on how we can prioritise both #ClimateAction and #NatureRecovery in our marine environment 🌊 🎟️ Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-wild-s... #MarineConservation @wclnews.bsky.social
Mediterranean Gull breeding abundance increased from 135 to 2,311 AON in the UK & Ireland between Seabird 2000 and Seabirds Count. Help us continue to monitor this expanding population by submitting your breeding data to the SMP! #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
🌊Seabird populations are under pressure. #ClimateChange, avian influenza & growing human activity at sea take their toll To expand our offshore wind capacity, we must understand the full impact on seabird populations But there's a gap in our knowledge that's easy to miss 🧵
(1/) The weird and wonderful Nightjar has increased by 20% across the UK. As this species is mainly active at dawn and dusk, it is occasionally recorded on BBS squares, mainly in southern England. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology #CitizenScience
🌍 #WeAreRecruiting a Senior Social Scientist to integrate social & natural science evidence, shape policy & practice, and develop interdisciplinary solutions for #NatureRecovery 📍 FTA (2 years) 📍 Hybrid role (Peterborough/Aberdeen/Cardiff) 📅 Closes 12 August 🔗 jncc.gov.uk/about-jncc/c...
📚 #WeAreRecruiting a Learning & Development Specialist to deliver training, support leadership development, manage coaching & mentoring initiatives & champion inclusive learning opportunities 📍 Hybrid role (Peterborough/Aberdeen) 📅 2-year FTA ⏰ Closes 30 July ➡️ jncc.gov.uk/about-jncc/c... #HRJobs
How can we track progress towards #NatureRecovery when biodiversity responses may take decades to appear? Our latest Science Signpost sets out a four-step approach: 📌 project 🎯 calibrate 🔍 analyse 🔄 adapt 📖 Read the report: jncc.gov.uk/our-role/the... #EnvironmentalMonitoring
(1/) After we focused on bird monitoring in Czechia last week, this week, we head south to bordering Austria. A fascinating study has recently taken place there, which focuses upon the age of surveyors and the range of species that they detect.. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social
Recent breeding success records submitted to the SMP include some for Shags. I think this lot are quite cute, but maybe I'm biased. What do you think?! As always, don't forget to submit your data to the SMP #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
BFBI joined 100+ business leaders, government officials & conservation experts in Edinburgh for Biodiversity + Business Live: #LeadersAcceleratingAction hosted by @jncc.bsky.social, UK Business & Biodiversity Forum & @naturescot.bsky.social Read more: businessforbiodiversity.ie/together-for...
📊 The science is in. Nature loss is a strategic risk for business - not just an environmental one. 🤝 Today, in Edinburgh, we're turning that evidence into action. Biodiversity + Business Live ➡️ jncc.gov.uk/news/leaders... JNCC | UKBBF | @naturescot.bsky.social #BioBusinessLive
📢 #WeAreRecruiting Senior Fisheries Advisor Help shape sustainable fisheries management, advise on offshore MPAs, support Fisheries Management Plans & provide advice on impacts to #MarineBiodiversity 📍Hybrid (Peterborough/Aberdeen base) 📅FTA Aug 2027 🔗 jncc.gov.uk/about-jncc/c... ⏰Closes 2 Aug
(1/) In the second of our posts about heathland specialists, we focus on Dartford Warbler. This colourful species has increased markedly over the last 20 years. It has increased in numbers by over a quarter across the UK! @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology
#NatureRecovery & #ClimateAdaptation aren't just environmental challenges – they're social ones too Our latest blog explores how embedding justice into decision-making can strengthen resilience, support communities & improve outcomes for nature 📖 jncc.gov.uk/news/equity-...
🦈Today is #SharkAwarenessDay More than a third of shark & ray species are threatened with extinction, making conservation more important than ever. Explore our 2025 blog on sustainable shark tourism in the Maldives jncc.gov.uk/news/blog-20... #OceanCountryPartnershipProgramme
A fantastic 3000+ dedicated volunteers contributed data to the first Official Statistic in Development on pollinating insects trends in GB, published recently. A huge thanks to all of them! 🙏 The data were collected for @pomscheme.bsky.social & you too can get involved: ukpoms.org.uk 1/ #BeesNeeds
📊 New UK Overseas Territory protected area statistics have been published through Environmental Indicator K4. 🌿 Terrestrial protection increased to 26.8% in 2025 🌊 Marine protection remained at 75.0% Explore the latest statistics: jncc.gov.uk/our-work/uk-... 🧵⬇️ #UKOverseasTerritories
(1/) Have you ever wondered how common bird monitoring is done in other parts of Europe? Data from the Pan European Common Bird Monitoring Scheme (PECBMS), of which BBS feeds into, yields some fascinating results. Today, we focus on Czechia… @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social
