SLU launches large-scale fish tracking – aiming to provide new insights about fish in the Baltic Sea
SLU has deployed 80 acoustic receivers along two lines in the Baltic Sea. By listening for signals from tagged fish, the receivers will reveal migration routes and uncover new insights on life beneath the waves. This is important for both research and management of fish in the Baltic Sea.
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SLU’s first eel survey in the Nyköpingsån aims to provide knowledge about the eel’s future
Hydropower plants and dams pose major obstacles for the critically endangered European eel. Now researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) want to find out how eels in the Nyköpingsån are affected if the water is allowed to flow more freely. -
The noble crayfish in danger – new animated film aims to inspire action
The situation for the noble crayfish, our only native freshwater crayfish species, is critical. The species has disappeared from large parts of Sweden and Finland. Now, a new animated film aims to engage a new generation through a story that blends loss with hope for the future. -
Climate changes threatens Lake Mälaren's ecosystem
Lake Mälaren’s environmental condition continues to concern researchers. The Focus on Mälaren 2024 report shows that the lake’s surface water temperature continues to increase, which makes it harder to combat eutrophication. -
Forage availability and local adaptation are keys to successful game management
In areas previously dominated by moose and roe deer, there is now also fallow deer, red deer and wild boar. More species increases competition for food, which in the long run may increase browsing damage to pine... -
Red flag for food webs in the Bothnian Sea
The Bothnian Sea is under pressure from fishing and rising phosphorus levels, harming the food web. This threatens the Baltic Sea’s resilience, water quality, fish stocks, and recreation. Healthy ecosystems are key to sustainability. -
The chemical cocktail in Swedish young people reflects country of birth, place of residence and gender
The number of chemicals is steadily increasing in our environment and also in ourselves. However, the chemical mix that today's school youth in Sweden carry within them looks different in ...