Eat, Poop, Die: UVM Researcher’s Book Explores How Animals Make Our World

When nature calls: New book traces the discovery of animals’ vital role on our planet to a netful of whale poop
An image of Joe Roman next to an image of his book entitled "Eat, Poop, Die"

In his new book “Eat, Poop, Die,” UVM wildlife expert Joe Roman explores the fascinating lives of whales, seabirds, insects and other animals as they traverse their homes, from a few thousand kilometers of ocean to a few inches of soil. 

Roman’s book reveals that, in carrying out their most basic life functions, animals play a crucial role in moving nutrients around the planet—and they’...

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1. The border between maize fields and standing forest in the Eastern Arc Mountains, Tanzania.

Saving Tanzania’s Forests Benefits Everyone—But Locals Pay the Price

Protecting forests delivers enormous global economic and climate benefits, but new research shows these benefits can be unequal—with international stakeholders gaining most, and local communities bearing substantial costs.

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bill keeton inspects forest foliage

Commentary in Science: Europe’s Old Forests at Risk

Walking along a steep ridge, under large hemlock trees, ten miles outside of Burlington, Vermont—Bill Keeton is worrying about Europe’s remaining old forests.

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