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In search of the Ocellated Lizard
Whilst visiting the Domaine des Courmettes, I’m taking advantage of the presence of several populations of ocellated lizards on the site to try and spot some. Accompanied by an intern
Join our May Cycling Challenge!
Why the May Cycling Challenge? Environmentally friendly, economical and good for your health, cycling offers many benefits in addressing today’s health, environmental and social challenges. For A Rocha, this ‘Cycle
The Prayer for Creation is on Signal!
What is the Prayer for Creation? The Prayer for Creation offers a daily prayer intention linked to current environmental issues. The topics covered include: the restoration of degraded natural environments
Raising awareness of the need to care for the environment: a long-term endeavour
My name is Yoanna. I am the Ambassadors’ Network Coordinator and am responsible for part of A Rocha France’s communications. Those of you who regularly attend our organisation’s webinars or
The influence of climate change on bird migration
Bird migration is a recurring natural phenomenon. Every year, many species of birds undertake two migratory journeys: in spring, they travel to more northern regions to breed, and in autumn,
Environmental volunteering: meet Antón and Noémie
In the context of the ecological emergency, more and more of us want to take action. That is why volunteering in the environmental sector is a remarkable opportunity for young
What do insects do in winter?
Flying, travelling thousands of kilometres, crossing seas, oceans and continents, taking advantage of currents and winds – this is a good strategy for avoiding the cold: escaping winter. This technique,
Better protection for migratory birds in the Keta Lagoon
A second field mission Last October, Timothée Schwartz, our scientific director, and Charlotte Leon, our nature manager at Les Courmettes, carried out a field mission lasting nearly 10 days in
A Rocha’s presence at the CNEF 2025 Celebrations
During the 2025 Celebrations organized by the CNEF, A Rocha France Ambassadors were present in various cities to represent the association at stands. They answered a few questions about their
A study on the preservation of Courmettes
My name is Pierre, and I am a geographer specializing in the environment and natural habitat management. I had the opportunity to write my final thesis at Domaine des Courmettes,
A Rocha at COP30: witnessing, informing, praying
Belém, a megacity of 1.5 million inhabitants on the edge of the Amazon rainforest, in the heart of one of the world’s leading oil-producing countries… This is the setting that
Bird migration season: why travel?
My name is Emily and, since March 2024, I have migrated! I came from the United Kingdom to do a one-year volunteer placement with the European Solidarity Corps, followed by