Álvaro Luna
@alvaroluna87.bsky.social
PhD in Biology 🐦🌍🦅 | Urban Ecology, Plastic Pollution & Wildlife Conservation | Head of the “Study and Conservation of Biodiversity” Research Group at the European University of Madrid
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Nueva reconstrucción de temperatura usando anillos de crecimiento 🪵. En este caso con 127 muestras de Juniperus communis al sur de Groenlandia.
"El calentamiento en el sur de Groenlandia durante las primeras décadas del siglo XXI no tiene precedentes en los últimos 500 años."📈
"El calentamiento en el sur de Groenlandia durante las primeras décadas del siglo XXI no tiene precedentes en los últimos 500 años."📈
November 30, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Nueva reconstrucción de temperatura usando anillos de crecimiento 🪵. En este caso con 127 muestras de Juniperus communis al sur de Groenlandia.
"El calentamiento en el sur de Groenlandia durante las primeras décadas del siglo XXI no tiene precedentes en los últimos 500 años."📈
"El calentamiento en el sur de Groenlandia durante las primeras décadas del siglo XXI no tiene precedentes en los últimos 500 años."📈
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La lechuga de agua sigue su proceso de invasión en el Guadalquivir… De que sirven las alertas tempranas si no se traducen en acciones (rápidas) por parte de las administraciones? @chguadalquivir.bsky.social @ebdonana.bsky.social @canalsurradiotv.bsky.social #AlienArte #FECYT #MICIU
November 30, 2025 at 9:24 AM
La lechuga de agua sigue su proceso de invasión en el Guadalquivir… De que sirven las alertas tempranas si no se traducen en acciones (rápidas) por parte de las administraciones? @chguadalquivir.bsky.social @ebdonana.bsky.social @canalsurradiotv.bsky.social #AlienArte #FECYT #MICIU
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Polynesian rats, introduced with the arrival of colonists circa 1200, rapidly grew into a massive population and consumed most of the island's tree seeds, thereby preventing forest regeneration after humans cleared land for cultivation. #bioinvasion phys.org/news/2025-11...
Studies show how the giant statues on Rapa Nui were made and moved—and what caused the island's deforestation
Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is often portrayed in popular culture as an enigma. The rationale is clear: The tiny, remote island in the Pacific features nearly 1,000 enormous statues—the moa...
phys.org
November 30, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Polynesian rats, introduced with the arrival of colonists circa 1200, rapidly grew into a massive population and consumed most of the island's tree seeds, thereby preventing forest regeneration after humans cleared land for cultivation. #bioinvasion phys.org/news/2025-11...
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A study of introductions of large herbivorous mammals outside their native range suggests they do more harm than good to local biodiversity. Only 1 in 5 impacts is positive. Positive effects on certain native species often come at a cost to other natives. #bioinvasions www.unifr.ch/news/en/3344...
Saving a species but at the expense of others?
The way to hell is paved with good intentions. In the hope of saving certain endangered species and ecosystems, some conservation projects propose the introduction of large plant-feeding mammals int...
www.unifr.ch
November 30, 2025 at 2:05 AM
A study of introductions of large herbivorous mammals outside their native range suggests they do more harm than good to local biodiversity. Only 1 in 5 impacts is positive. Positive effects on certain native species often come at a cost to other natives. #bioinvasions www.unifr.ch/news/en/3344...
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As the vulture population plummets, dogs multiply and rabies spreads.
The sequence, triggered by human action, carries a warning that many scientists consider to be a sixth mass extinction: When we endanger other species, we endanger ourselves.
The sequence, triggered by human action, carries a warning that many scientists consider to be a sixth mass extinction: When we endanger other species, we endanger ourselves.
Humans killed millions of vultures. Now people are paying the price.
The near-extinction of vultures in India has had severe consequences.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
As the vulture population plummets, dogs multiply and rabies spreads.
The sequence, triggered by human action, carries a warning that many scientists consider to be a sixth mass extinction: When we endanger other species, we endanger ourselves.
The sequence, triggered by human action, carries a warning that many scientists consider to be a sixth mass extinction: When we endanger other species, we endanger ourselves.
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3- En su mejor momento el director —con 1600 artículos en su currículum— tenía doble adscripción, en una institución de Cataluña y una universidad de Arabia Saudita, y publicaba un nuevo artículo cada tres días.
english.elpais.com/science-tech...
english.elpais.com/science-tech...
November 29, 2025 at 7:43 PM
3- En su mejor momento el director —con 1600 artículos en su currículum— tenía doble adscripción, en una institución de Cataluña y una universidad de Arabia Saudita, y publicaba un nuevo artículo cada tres días.
english.elpais.com/science-tech...
english.elpais.com/science-tech...
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Está interesante, especialmente el ensayo del principio, que entra a fondo en el contexto del Mediterráneo de la época. Se beneficiaría de ser más extenso, pero tal vez tampoco era la intención de la autora. Voy a intentar conseguir el resto de su obra, porque entra de lleno en mis gustos.
November 29, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Está interesante, especialmente el ensayo del principio, que entra a fondo en el contexto del Mediterráneo de la época. Se beneficiaría de ser más extenso, pero tal vez tampoco era la intención de la autora. Voy a intentar conseguir el resto de su obra, porque entra de lleno en mis gustos.
This Mediterranean gull (Ichthyaetus melanocephalus), an uncommon visitor in Madrid, is currently present in a city park, mixed with laughing gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus).
November 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM
This Mediterranean gull (Ichthyaetus melanocephalus), an uncommon visitor in Madrid, is currently present in a city park, mixed with laughing gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus).
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Super excited to share the first paper from my PhD! 🎉
We found that rivers don’t just matter for wetland birds - they also help support terrestrial insectivores, thanks to the flow of energy and nutrients from aquatic insects. 🌊🦟
Read more here: 👉 link.springer.com/article/10.1...
We found that rivers don’t just matter for wetland birds - they also help support terrestrial insectivores, thanks to the flow of energy and nutrients from aquatic insects. 🌊🦟
Read more here: 👉 link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Cross-system transfer of fatty acids from aquatic insects supports terrestrial insectivore condition and reproductive success - Oecologia
Cross-system fluxes of aquatic insects rich in omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (ω-3 LC-PUFAs), specifically eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), may subsidise ins...
link.springer.com
November 12, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Super excited to share the first paper from my PhD! 🎉
We found that rivers don’t just matter for wetland birds - they also help support terrestrial insectivores, thanks to the flow of energy and nutrients from aquatic insects. 🌊🦟
Read more here: 👉 link.springer.com/article/10.1...
We found that rivers don’t just matter for wetland birds - they also help support terrestrial insectivores, thanks to the flow of energy and nutrients from aquatic insects. 🌊🦟
Read more here: 👉 link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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Lo mejor que se puede hacer en Madrid en noviembre.
November 10, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Lo mejor que se puede hacer en Madrid en noviembre.
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It’s finally here in Madrid! Can’t wait to start reading this new book tonight.
@jonathanslaght.com
@jonathanslaght.com
November 10, 2025 at 7:43 PM
It’s finally here in Madrid! Can’t wait to start reading this new book tonight.
@jonathanslaght.com
@jonathanslaght.com
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Una de las sorpresas de mi año lector. Logra diferenciarse dentro de la amplia obra sobre Roma -lo que no es fácil-, despierta la curiosidad, es rico en matices y enlaza con originalidad distintas temáticas. Se lee solo.
November 22, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Una de las sorpresas de mi año lector. Logra diferenciarse dentro de la amplia obra sobre Roma -lo que no es fácil-, despierta la curiosidad, es rico en matices y enlaza con originalidad distintas temáticas. Se lee solo.
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Mary Beard es apostar sobre seguro en mi caso. Me ha gustado, cumple con lo que se espera, sin alardes imaginativos. Me gusta esta modalidad de biografía en la que se cuenta la historia de un lugar concreto.
November 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Mary Beard es apostar sobre seguro en mi caso. Me ha gustado, cumple con lo que se espera, sin alardes imaginativos. Me gusta esta modalidad de biografía en la que se cuenta la historia de un lugar concreto.
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Little owl (Athene noctua) and long-eared owl (Asio otus) in peri-urban Madrid (Spain).
November 22, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Little owl (Athene noctua) and long-eared owl (Asio otus) in peri-urban Madrid (Spain).
Los paseos por el río siempre aportan algo.
November 28, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Los paseos por el río siempre aportan algo.
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[New paper] After the 2023 African Swine Fever outbreak, greater mouse-deer density on Pulau Ubin, Singapore surged to 293/km2—the highest known for the species.
Likely drivers: >98% wild pig mortality, active reforestation and low predation pressure.
doi.org/10.1016/j.bi...
Likely drivers: >98% wild pig mortality, active reforestation and low predation pressure.
doi.org/10.1016/j.bi...
November 28, 2025 at 7:27 PM
[New paper] After the 2023 African Swine Fever outbreak, greater mouse-deer density on Pulau Ubin, Singapore surged to 293/km2—the highest known for the species.
Likely drivers: >98% wild pig mortality, active reforestation and low predation pressure.
doi.org/10.1016/j.bi...
Likely drivers: >98% wild pig mortality, active reforestation and low predation pressure.
doi.org/10.1016/j.bi...
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The type series of images for the description of Ptilorrhoa urrissia, sp. nov. the "Hooded Jewel-babbler" - no type specimens collected #Ornithology
November 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM
The type series of images for the description of Ptilorrhoa urrissia, sp. nov. the "Hooded Jewel-babbler" - no type specimens collected #Ornithology
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How English-centric metrics distort global scientific productivity - a nice coverage of our recent paper (doi.org/10.1371/jour...) in @plosbiology.org
www.the-scientist.com/how-english-...
#languagebarriers
www.the-scientist.com/how-english-...
#languagebarriers
How English-Centric Metrics Distort Global Scientific Productivity
New research shows how language and income shape who gets credited for scientific output—and why women and non-native English speakers face persistent gaps.
www.the-scientist.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:05 AM
How English-centric metrics distort global scientific productivity - a nice coverage of our recent paper (doi.org/10.1371/jour...) in @plosbiology.org
www.the-scientist.com/how-english-...
#languagebarriers
www.the-scientist.com/how-english-...
#languagebarriers
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🌟New Pub🌟! Out in @peopleandnature.bsky.social
Ecology meets Mythology: Medieval stories and songs uncover India’s ecological past. Link to paper: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... (click "MR" for Marathi abstract). @dhmsu.bsky.social
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Ecology meets Mythology: Medieval stories and songs uncover India’s ecological past. Link to paper: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... (click "MR" for Marathi abstract). @dhmsu.bsky.social
@msunatsci.bsky.social
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November 25, 2025 at 7:11 AM
🌟New Pub🌟! Out in @peopleandnature.bsky.social
Ecology meets Mythology: Medieval stories and songs uncover India’s ecological past. Link to paper: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... (click "MR" for Marathi abstract). @dhmsu.bsky.social
@msunatsci.bsky.social
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Ecology meets Mythology: Medieval stories and songs uncover India’s ecological past. Link to paper: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... (click "MR" for Marathi abstract). @dhmsu.bsky.social
@msunatsci.bsky.social
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Conversely, the non-migratory movements of song thrushes, either at wintering grounds or at stopovers, generate short dispersal distances (mostly < 1 km), very similar across plant species. Reason: differences in retention times among plant spp are not important when movements are not directional.
November 27, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Conversely, the non-migratory movements of song thrushes, either at wintering grounds or at stopovers, generate short dispersal distances (mostly < 1 km), very similar across plant species. Reason: differences in retention times among plant spp are not important when movements are not directional.
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Two rare striped rabbit species — Sumatran and Annamite — face habitat loss, snares and now a new threat: trafficking.
At least 10 were seized on flights from Thailand to India. Experts urge CITES Appendix III listing and a conservation breeding program.
At least 10 were seized on flights from Thailand to India. Experts urge CITES Appendix III listing and a conservation breeding program.
Already disappearing, Southeast Asia’s striped rabbits now caught in global pet trade
In the remote rainforest of Sumatra, Indonesia, and the Annamite Mountains straddling Vietnam and Laos, two species of nocturnal rabbits live elusive lives. These species, both of which have…
news.mongabay.com
November 27, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Two rare striped rabbit species — Sumatran and Annamite — face habitat loss, snares and now a new threat: trafficking.
At least 10 were seized on flights from Thailand to India. Experts urge CITES Appendix III listing and a conservation breeding program.
At least 10 were seized on flights from Thailand to India. Experts urge CITES Appendix III listing and a conservation breeding program.
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(1/5)Thrilled to announce our paper on #ProjectPsyche is out! 🦋We describe how we’ve generated 1000+ high-quality genomes for European Lepidoptera, providing an unprecedented resource for biodiversity, conservation, and evolutionary research.
#Genomics #Biodiversity
www.cell.com/trends/ecolo...
#Genomics #Biodiversity
www.cell.com/trends/ecolo...
Project Psyche: reference genomes for all Lepidoptera in Europe
Project Psyche is a transnational initiative to generate and study chromosome-level
reference genomes of all ~11 000 species of Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths) found
in Europe. Here, we describe t...
www.cell.com
November 27, 2025 at 1:22 PM
(1/5)Thrilled to announce our paper on #ProjectPsyche is out! 🦋We describe how we’ve generated 1000+ high-quality genomes for European Lepidoptera, providing an unprecedented resource for biodiversity, conservation, and evolutionary research.
#Genomics #Biodiversity
www.cell.com/trends/ecolo...
#Genomics #Biodiversity
www.cell.com/trends/ecolo...
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Once again this year, we went on a field trip with the students of Species Conservation, Hydrology, and Biogeography to the Great Peñalara Lake and its surroundings. A beautiful landscape, as always, and this time frozen.
November 26, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Once again this year, we went on a field trip with the students of Species Conservation, Hydrology, and Biogeography to the Great Peñalara Lake and its surroundings. A beautiful landscape, as always, and this time frozen.
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Tentative signs of recovery in insectivorous birds in France following ban of neonicotinoid pesticides in 2018 - but further actions needed to recover populations www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Weak recovery of insectivorous bird populations after ban of neonicotinoids in France, hinting at lasting impacts
Neonicotinoids are expected to play a significant role in the decline of bird populations through their adverse effects on food resources (primarily i…
www.sciencedirect.com
November 27, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Tentative signs of recovery in insectivorous birds in France following ban of neonicotinoid pesticides in 2018 - but further actions needed to recover populations www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...