Keira Gaynor
Environmental Science Writer
About Keira Gaynor
Keira is an environmental science and English literature graduate with an adoration of the written word and the natural world. When she’s not reading or writing, you’ll find her scrambling up mountains in British Columbia where she currently lives. She is a travel enthusiast and has visited over 26 countries which you can read all about on her travel blog.
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Posts by Keira Gaynor
Butterflies are a common sight in meadows, forests, and gardens across the world. They are integral to ecosystems and have big effects on their environment. What are Butterflies? Butterflies are flying insects with scaled wings. They are often covered in… read more
Birds of many varieties can be found across the world and have become an integral part of human culture. Their beautiful appearance and delightful songs allow people to form a deep connection with nature. What are Birds? Birds are also… read more
Bees have been around for over 80 million years, buzzing between flowers and plants to collect pollen and nectar. They are certainly a well-loved insect. A common sight across the world, and integral to human existence as they pollinate plants… read more
Wildlife conservation is the protection of animal and plant species and their ecosystems and habitats. This conservation can extend to all species, even those that have stable populations, but more specifically, it relates to species that are in danger of… read more
Overfishing involves taking more fish from the water than is sustainable, which means the number of individuals removed is more than the breeding or recovery rate of the population. This leads to a decline in the numbers of these species,… read more
Veganism is a diet and lifestyle choice that does not exploit or use animals in any way. There is a focus on the diet aspect as vegans do not consume any animal products, like meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and even… read more
Gas stoves are often considered to be the best appliance to cook with, as they provide excellent control of the heat level and they quickly get food to temperature. In the US, around one-third of homes have a gas appliance… read more
On a cold winter’s day, there is nothing better than curling up in front of a glowing, wood-burning fire. Humans have enjoyed the fire for a long time, and it continues to be so popular that even Netflix has an… read more
Paper and cardboard are two of the most useful materials in the world and we certainly would struggle to get by without them. They help us share information through the written word, and to package and transport goods across the… read more