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Did you know that Giraffes battle for Dominance/Mating rights?

Male Giraffes usually engage in a battle that can be seen as gentle but powerful. During the battle, the Giraffes swing their necks numerous times toward each other as well as using their horn-like structures (ossicones) to deliver heavier hits. Giraffe battles normally end in one being severely injured or Dead. for more of this […]

Environmental risks of a commonly used pyrethroid: Insights from temporary pond species of the Lake Manyara Basin, Tanzania

Environmental risks posed by widespread pesticide application have attracted global attention. Currently, chemical risk assessments in aquatic environments rely on extrapolation of toxicity data from classic model species. However, similar assessments based on local species could be complementary, particularly for unusual living environments such as temporary ponds. Here, we carried out an environmental risk assessment (ERA) of a pyrethroid model compound, cypermethrin, based […]

Inequitable Gains and Losses from Conservation in a Global Biodiversity Hotspot

A billion rural people live near tropical forests. Urban populations need them for water, energy and timber. Global society benefits from climate regulation and knowledge embodied in tropical biodiversity. Ecosystem service valuations can incentivize conservation, but determining costs and benefits across multiple stakeholders and interacting services is complex and rarely attempted. We report on a […]

Work for the benefit of the institution – Prof. Mahonge

All employees at the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) have been asked to work for the benefit of the institution because the development of the country and their economic needs depend on the existence of the institution. Prof. Christopher Mahonge giving a lecture at a seminar Speaking to employees at the Mazumbai Campus in Tanga, […]

Research projects require collaboration to increase efficiency and the production of high-quality research- Prof. Kashaigili

The implementation of research projects that require expertise is important to be written in collaboration between various researchers, including those from within and outside the country, in order to increase efficiency and the possibility of obtaining more funding. In addition, it is important to conduct research that will produce good results. Prof. Japhet Kashaigili, the […]