Bird surveys of the Longwood Fire Area, May 2026
Report by Chris Tzaros Prior bird studies in the Ruffy area by Chris Tzaros provide important base-line data for comparing pre and post fire bird populations. To find out the initial impact Chris Tzaros completed a detailed follow up study…
Primary highlights of Cuba’s rich biodiversity
Cuba boasts one of the most unique and well-preserved ecosystems in the Caribbean. Roughly 50% of its plant species and 42% of its animal species are endemic—meaning they cannot be found anywhere else on the planet. The Cuban Trogon (Priotelus temnurus): Known…
What I Learned in Cuba: Community, Resilience and Solidarity
I recently participated in the 19th International May Day Volunteer Work and Solidarity with Cuba Brigade (26 April – 9 May 2026), joining 225 delegates from around the world to mark the centenary of Fidel Castro’s birth. Participants came from across Europe,…
