Category: One Health
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DelVal Tropic Ecology students Adventure to Costa Rica
A group of 14 Delaware Valley University students embarked on a 10-day tropical ecology trip to Costa Rica, experiencing the rich ecosystem through hikes, wildlife encounters, and cultural exchanges.
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Meet the World’s Most Trafficked Animal
Eli Freier hosted a pangolin exhibit to raise awareness about the illegal trafficking threatening the species, just before World Pangolin Day. With six of the eight pangolin species endangered, Freier emphasized their unique qualities and the need for protection, as over 100,000 are poached annually for their scales.
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Exploring Peace Valley Park: A Nature Lover’s Paradise
Amy Rims, who grew up exploring Peace Valley Park, now serves as its Office Manager, promoting its wildlife and educational programs. The park, once her grandmother’s dairy farm, features diverse habitats and offers various activities such as bird watching, nature walks, and seasonal events, fostering environmental appreciation and education.
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Protecting Pennsylvania’s Native Turtles from Illegal Trade and Trafficking
Pennsylvania has 14 native turtle species increasingly targeted by illegal traffickers despite being protected. Between 2015 and 2021, wildlife trafficking operations linked to disease spread resulted in 140,000 seizures. A secret agent’s investigation led to the arrest of key traffickers, highlighting the urgent conservation issues and dangers within local ecosystems.
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Here’s the Buzz on Delaware Valley’s Apiary Society
The DelVal Apiary Society is a student-run organization focused on all aspects of beekeeping. Members maintain the campus apiary, process honey and beeswax into products, and sell these at events like Harvest Fest and A-Day. The apiary, with around 25 hives predominantly painted in school colors, has been part of DelVal since 1968, under the…
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Philly Flower Show spotlights ‘Gardens of Tomorrow’
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Philadelphia Flower Show, established in 1829, is the world’s oldest and largest indoor horticultural event, attracting global talent. The 2025 theme, “Gardens of Tomorrow,” highlights resilience and innovation with diverse floral displays, emphasizing that today’s plantings influence the future.