Transitions: between water and land
The Australian Journal of Zoology presents this virtual collection of 15 important papers that support and amplify key themes of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically targeting Life on Land (SDG 15) and Life Below Water (SDG 14). In this collection, the focus is exclusively on two groups of vertebrates: frogs and turtles, representing critical components of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
The papers discuss challenges and opportunities surrounding the conservation of these species, providing valuable insights into their ecology, biology, and management strategies. Moreover, explores innovative conservation interventions and sheds light on the genetic diversity and population trends of various frog and turtle species across different regions of Australia, offering critical information for effective conservation planning and implementation.
The collection serves as a testament to the crucial role of scientific research in addressing pressing conservation challenges and advancing progress towards the SDGs. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based approaches, the contributions showcased here exemplify the commitment of the scientific community to safeguarding Australia's rich biodiversity for future generations.