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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 hectors dolphin • hector's dolphin • maui dolphin • maui's dolphin • endangered dolphins
6 Endangered Dolphins and Porpoise 6 species of dolphins and porpoises are on the endangered list, but 22 others might be if enough was known about them. So what happens when the data just isn't there? endangered dolphins • endangered porpoises • by-catch • extinct baiji • susu
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. the eriskay pony • how to save endangered horses • how to help endangered ponies • information on rare horses • information on rare ponies
Possible Cause Found for Frog Deformities: Sunlight frogs • frog deformities • endangered species • endangered frogs • deformed frogs
Vaquita: Most Endangered Cetacean A little known small cetacean, existing only in the Sea of Cortez, is in danger of extinction. Changes to fisheries and local involvement are needed to save the vaquita. critically endangered cetacean • world's smallest porpoise • vaquita • endangered totoaba fishery • shrimp trawl fishery
Natural Musk Endangers Musk Deer Population Demand for musk takes toll on population wildlife • musk • demand • deer
SUVs SUVs are gas-guzzlers and block other drivers' view and generally irritate a lot of people, but they also raise ethical questions. suv • aggressive driving • endanger • gas-guzzler • safety
The Big To-Do About Turtles I always wanted a pet turtle. This article will tell you why! turtle • tortoise • sea • fresh • endanger
Conservation Status of Species An explanation of what we mean when we say a species is critically endangered, endangered, threatened, vulnerable, at risk, or of special concern. endangered • threatened • species • declining • designations
Florida Panther Rescue A happy ending for concerned campers and an ailing 8-year old endangered Florida Panther. wild cats • wildcats • panthers • florida panther • puma
Special Alert!! Lynx in Grave Danger!!! Lynx in grave danger of disappearing due to the possible development of their habitat in Colorado. The resorts want to expand which will drive the lynx from their homes and some may even be killed. lynx • skiing • colorado • vail • habitat
Good, But Not Plenty - Endangered Dolphins Currently, there are (at least) 14 species of dolphins that are on the endangered species list...two on the brink of extinction. What are the causes? Who is doing something about it? bycatch • endangered • extinct • habitat • environment
Chinese Medicine and the Use of Endangered Species The use of endangered plant and animal species in Chinese herbal medicine is an area of growing concern amongst conservation groups around the world. The following article looks at what is being done to halt this practice. endangered species • animals • plants • herbal •
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. endangered california condor • north american vulture • gymnogyps californianus • extinct in the wild • largest flying birds
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. piping plover • piping plovers • beaches • breeding ground • nesting range
Endangered Species Everyday the world is losing plant and animal life. All living things are dependent upon one another to survive. This article lists different sites that can be access to inform the reader of the serious nature of this problem and ways in which this problem can be addressed. endangered • species • nature • overdevelopment • pollution
Hawaiian Monk Seals Endangered Marine ecosystem alteration, climate change and increased human pressure causing monk seal population to drop. Protection for juveniles is a major part of recovery plan. hawaiian monk seal • endangered marine mammal • shark predation • climate change • marine pollution
Indonesia’s Endangered Orangutan Orangutans threatened by palm oil plantations, habitat loss from logging and mining. Females killed and eaten and babies taken for pet trade. Reforestation may save them. endangered orangutan • great ape species • illegal pet trade • deforestation • palm oil plantations
Karner Blue Butterflies: An Endangered Species! Today, the Blues butterflies include endangered species in both North and South America. Among the first placed on the U.S. Endangered Species List in 1975 (receiving final approval in 1992) was the much-loved Karner Blue. Read about what can be done to help prevent the impending extinction of one of the world's most beautiful and rare species of butterflies. karner blues • butterfly • butterflies • endangered species • pine bush
New England Wildflower Society and Saving an Endangered Cinquefoil I recently received an e-mail from Debra Strick of the New England Wild Flower Society, letting me know she and they were there: "As you may know, the New England Wild Flower Society is America's oldest plant conservation institution, with many stories to share about events, plant advice, and earth-friendly gardening. We have a staff of experts who are great resources on plant conservation, horticulture, native plants, ecologically appropriate choices, and much more." new england wildflower society and saving an endan • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • botany • ecology
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. endangered blue whale • world's largest whale • ship strike fatalities • harmful algal blooms • ocean noise
Spring Tidings: Endangered Success Brief look at the success of government and community involvement in the recovery of endangered species. spring • endangered • species • tiger • panda
The Endangered Species Act What is the Endangered Species Act? Why is it controversial? What should you know about it? esa • endangered • threatened • species • extinct
Additional Links for 1997 Articles environmental web sites • websites • links • coral reef • endangered species
Baby Steps to Go Green If you want to be more environmentally responsible, but lack a lot of time, here are some tips that can help you get started right away with small steps you can do often. earth day • eco-friendly • endangered animals • how to recycle • ways to conserve
Bog Turtles Finally Seen as Threatened -- Part I Clemmys muhlenbergii, bog turtle, Muhlenberg Bog Turtle, threatened species, endangered species clemmys muhlenbergii • bog turtle • muhlenberg bog turtle • threatened species • endangered species
Bonobo Conservation Programs Found only is a one area of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the smallest great ape faces threats from the bushmeat trade, mining, logging and ongoing civil unrest endangered bonobo • smallest great ape • bushmeat trade • mining and petroleum exploration • wildlife reserve
Colony Collapse Disorder This is a worldwide problem, particularly bad in America, where honeybee colonies are dying off at an alarming rate. colony collapse disorder • vanishing bee syndrome • pesticides • agriculture • pollinators
Conserving More of Madagascar A Report in the Journal, Science, Says Madagascar Has an Opportunity to Rethink Endangered Species Conservation by Protecting All of Its Plants and Animals madagascar • biodiversity • biodiversity hotspot • endangered species • conservation
Down Under With Australia's Wildlife The first in a series of articles on the many endangered mammals inhabiting Australia australia • endangered • wildlife • mammals • kangaroo
Drive-By Echinacea Echinacea may change your life! purpurea • pallida • purple coneflower • coneflowers • medicinal herbs
End of a Season An update on the comings and goings at the Prolific Pond of the Muskoveys and Mallards as they take flight to new homes. ducks • muskovies • mallards • pond • endangered
Five Different Rhinosceros The white rhino has made a limited comeback but black, Sumatran, Javan and Indian rhinoceros are all Endangered or Critically Endangered. black rhinoceros • critically endangered species • poaching • habitat loss • rhinoceros horn
Florida Manatee In the news, reclassification of the Florida Manatee from Endangered to Threatened status. manatee • florida • endangered • threatened • fish and wildlife
Friendlier Seas for Turtles A coalition of environmental groups attempt to persuade the U.S. federal government to declare the Leatherback Turtle's seasonal hunting grounds a critical habitat. turtle • fishing • endangered • habitat • nature
Good News About Brown Pelicans brown pelicans • pelicans • threatened species • endangered species • salton sea
Gorillas in the South! Gorilla's are taking a little trip down south but where? wildlife • wildlife news • gorillas • silverbacks • bronx zoo
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. jane goodall • chimps • chimpanzees • lake tanganyika • africa
King of the Forest wildlife, endangered species, habitats, wildlife refuge wildlife • endangered species • habitats
More People Means Fewer Big Cats tiger • cougar • cougars • shrinking habitats • human-animal encounters
News at the Smithsonian A new exhibit is scheduled to open at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in November, 2003. smithsonian • taxidermists • natural history • exhibit • wildlife
News Update This article summarizes a few interesting news items on population, elephants, endangered species. endangered species • elephants • rhinos • population
Orang-utans Face a Bleak Future as Indonesian Fires Destroy Habitat orang-utan, orangutan, Indonesia, forest fires, Borneo, rainforest, endangered species, Malaysia orang-utan • orangutan • indonesia • forest fires • borneo
Poaching Increases in India Between late March and the end of April 2007, three of India's top wildlife reserves have been heavily hit by poachers, losing endangered rhinoceros, tiger and lion. poaching • endangered species • wildlife trafficking syndicates • indian rhinoceros • asiatic lion
Pygmy Hippo Calf Born in Europe Civil unrest has prevented serious conservation efforts. Reintroduction of pygmy hippos into protected areas may benefit from species' adaptability to new environments. pygmy hippopotamus calf • endangered species reintroduction • captive breeding • habitat degradation • logging and deforestation
Saving the Wild Cats The list of endangered and threatened wild cats is ever growing. This months article focuses on many organizations that are endeavoring to make a difference. wild cats • endangered • endangered wildlife • wild life • cats
Southern Right Whales on the Rebound Southern right whales, hunted to the brink of extinction earlier this century, are making a comeback off the Argentine coast, according to a report published last week. southern right whales • argentina • brazil • emu • comeback |
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