Articles related to "Endangered"



New Zealand's Maui's Dolphin
With only 110 Maui's dolphins remaining in the wild, supporters fear they will soon vanish altogether. Learn about this unique marine mammal and what you can do to help
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Possible Cause Found for Frog Deformities: Sunlight
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Critically Endangered Equines
A number of equine breeds across the globe are struggling to survive. Read about some of our most precious, beautiful and threatened horses and ponies.
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Endangered Rhinos
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Endangered Sharks

Endangered California Condor
The endangered California Condor, Gymnogyps californianus, was extinct in the wild in 1987. Now there are hundreds. Mature birds are mating, nesting and raising young.
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Endangered Piping Plovers
The Piping Plover is a small bird that is very hard to see on the beach. It nests on beaches, and on inland slat flats. Nests are frequently destroyed by human activity.
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Ships Kill Endangered Blue Whales
Ocean noise and harmful algal blooms eliminated as cause of death for 3 sub-adult blue whales. Large numbers of krill in ship channel full of fast boats cause fatalities.
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Additional Links for 1997 Articles
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Bog Turtles Finally Seen as Threatened -- Part I
Clemmys muhlenbergii, bog turtle, Muhlenberg Bog Turtle, threatened species, endangered species
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Good News About Brown Pelicans
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King of the Forest
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More People Means Fewer Big Cats
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Orang-utans Face a Bleak Future as Indonesian Fires Destroy Habitat
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Jane Goodall's Roots in Gombe
This article explores the extraordinary beginnings of one of the most beloved and visible animal researchers and conservationists of our day.
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Western Gray Wolves
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service must decide whether or not to remove the controversial gray wolf from federal protections in the northern Rocky Mountains.
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Butterflies and Vehicles Don't Mix
Two species of endangered butterfly, at opposite ends of the earth, get respite from vehicles. One is protected during its migration, the other needs year round relief.
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Ken's Index of Web Environmental Resource Links
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"It Isn't Easy Being Green," <em>Kermit the Frog</em>: Frogs - P

Campobello Whale Rescue Team
Fishermen help endangered North Atlantic right and finback whales which get enmeshed in fishing gear off of Campobello Island. Minke and humpbacks have also been rescued.
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Lemur Reintroduction in Madagascar
Ten years after reintroduction, captive-born black and white ruffed lemurs doing well. Madagascar continues to work on protecting habitat and reducing illegal poaching.
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MOm Cares for Monk Seals in Greece
Researchers in Greece realized that the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal needed more than just studying if the species was to survive.
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Protecting Asian River Dolphins
Cooperation between fishermen and river dolphins leads to habitat protection in Myanmar. Ecotourism in Burma based on dolphins and humans fishing together benefits both.
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Tigers and Conservationists Need Help

Wildlife Rehabilitation and Refuges

ANWR Oil Drilling Threat Delayed
Beaufort Sea and Arctic National Wildlife Refuge protected, at least temporarily. Ongoing struggle over North Slope oil moving in favor of conservation.
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Bird News and Tidbits (continued)

North American Foxes
Several fox species exist in North America. These "cat-like" predators have adapted well to urban settings but are still being destroyed as pests and for their fur.
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Timely Wildscaping: A Four O'clock Scholar
Wildscaping: recommended plants -- all about the hardy (and timely four o'clock.
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Amazon Pink River Dolphin
Pink River Dolphins are playful and slow swimming fish are the best known of the five species of river dolphins.
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Leatherback Sea Turtle Nesting
The nesting cycle of leatherback sea turtles, now endangered, is a fascinating site that has taken place for centuries, before the dinosaurs flourished the Earth.
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St Andrews State Park
Want to vacation somewhere that has clear blue waters, sugar white beaches, a ton of activities, and still be close to civilization? Check out St. Andrews State Park!
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The Giant River Otter
Found only in small protected areas of the Amazon junge, the Giant River Otter is one of the world's most fascinating endangered creatures.
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Threats to Sperm Whales Continue
Moby Dick's whale is still being hunted by Japan and Indonesia. Oceanic pollution, underwater sound, boat traffic and drift nets also problems for the sperm whale.
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World Ecosystems in Danger
Urbanization, new dam constructions, groundwater withdrawals and pollution are helping to paint a grim view of the future.
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Busy Boris' Bear Hugs
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Bird News and Tidbits
Bird News and Information: FEDERAL AGENTS TARGET ILLEGAL BIRD TRADE.

Dolphin Conservation
International cooperation is necessary to save whales.
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Whale Watch on Campobello Island
Campobello Island is a great place to see fin, minke and humpback whales. Harbor porpoise and seals, too. With luck endangered right whales may be spotted as well.
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Is Earth Day of Dubious Value?
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Web News for Environmental Junkies
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Farmer vs GM Seed Corporations
Farmers and consumers are losing in battles re: genetically modified organisms (GMO) and GM seeds. I cite 2 court cases against farmers & a study showing nutrient loss.
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The Summer of This Gatherer's Content
Nature gathering,where and what to gather.Some safty tips, and respecting nature.
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Regional Arms Control: Regional Stability Unbalanced by New Deals

Malaysian Penan
Catch 22. The Malaysian government has refused to grant land rights to the Sarawak Penan until they agree to settle in sedentary colonies, renouncing a nomadic lifestyle.
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Ornamental Grasses for Shade - Bamboo
Yes, bamboo <b>is</b> a grass. Like all true grasses, it's a member of the <i>Poaceae</i> family. There are over seventy genera and between seven hundred and a thousand species of this most versatile of grasses.
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The San Ignacio Resort Hotel Tours
Guest of the San Ignacio Resort Hotel or not, anyone can enjoy their onsite tours, including the very worthwhile Green Iguana Project. Located in Cayo, Belize.
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Ahhhhh. What's Up Doc?: Pesticides Require Safe Handling

Ben Barry: Fashioning Reality
24-year-old Ben Barry, founder of the Ben Barry Agency, rewrites the fashion industry's rules of beauty with a new paradigm including models of all sizes, ages, and races
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Buy A Disease Free Rose
Buying a new rose bush requires careful inspection to avoid potentially disastrous disease problems. Do you know the signs of black spot, rust and rose mosaic?
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