International conference of biogeography in Spain

January 8-12, 2019 Meelis and Robert participated at the International Biogeography Society (IBS) 9th Biennial Conference in Malaga, Spain. Robert gave a talk about how to estimate site favourability for present and absent plant species in Europe using a favourability index. He found high favourability in northern latitudes, driven by absent species. Meelis presented progress of DarkDivNet global research network.
IBS conference gives a great opportunity to meet Biogeographers from around the world and catch up on the latest research.