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Articles related to "Extinct"
The Mysterious Extinct Dodo Bird Dodos were extinct by 1700, and we don't know much about them. Read some interesting facts about Dodos - big, flightless, fruit loving, isolated by ocean, and doomed. dodo bird • extinct dodo bird • dodo birds • dodo bird history • extinction of the dodo bird
Vietnamese Javan Rhino - Once Thought To Be Extinct Once thought to be extinct,the Vietnamese javan rhino has been captured on film wildlife • rhino • vietnamese javan • rhinos • rhinoceros sondaicus
Why Daffodils (Some) Are Extinct! Daffodil diseases are a problem that each gardener should be aware, and help eliminate. daffodils • narcissus • daffodil diseases • daffodil pests • daffodil viruses
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
What Do You Mean It's Not a Dinosaur? Many extinct animals that are not dinosaurs are commonly confused with the dinosaurs, learn more about why these animals are not really dinosaurs. dinosaur • extinct • mesozoic era • triassic period • jurassic period
The Search for Nessie Is the Loch Ness monster a type of plesiosaur? suite 101 • paranormal • jodee redmond • loch ness • nessie
Do Pterodactyls Still Live Today? For thousands of years, monstrous flying creatures thought to be pterodactyls have been reported throughout the world, from Arizona to Zambia. <b>do pterodactyls still live • what are pterodactyls • what dinosaurs fly • dinosaur sightings • pterodactyl sightings</b>
Queensland Tiger There have been reported sightings of an unusual feline in Victoria Province, described as a tiger cat. There are fossils of such an animal. paranormal • crytptozoology • cryptoids • queensland tiger • australia
Amazon Pink River Dolphin Pink River Dolphins are playful and slow swimming fish are the best known of the five species of river dolphins. amazon pink river dolphin • amazon pink river dolphin also called boto • boto found from peru columbia south america • endangered species list since 2002 • chinese species called baiji declared extinct in 2
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
Locust by Jeffrey Lockwood A fascinating book that is for anyone who has ever read Little House on the Prairie and wondered why we don't see massive swarms of grasshoppers today. locust • rocky mountain locust • locust the devastating rise and mysterious disappe • melanoplus spretus • grasshopper swarms
Saving the American Paddlefish Also known as the Mississippi Paddlefish or Spoon Bill, this popular sport fish is becoming extinct like the Chinese Paddlefish. saving american paddlefish • latin name polyodon spathula • mississippi paddlefish spoon bill popular sport fi • chinese paddlefish • american paddlefish midwest united states
Paleobotany I There is more to the study of paleontology than extinct animals, what about the plant life? palaeobotany • gymnosperm • angiosperm • cyanobacteria • evergreen
What is an Ornithologist? This brief article describes the profession of ornithologist and the scientific field of ornithology. ornithologist • ornithology • scientist who studies birds • natural history of birds • knowledge of birds
World Ecosystems in Danger Urbanization, new dam constructions, groundwater withdrawals and pollution are helping to paint a grim view of the future. conversion of land to agriculture • urban-industrial developments • new dam construction • building dikes and levees • large-scale river diversion
Archaeopteryx: The Ancient Wing Archaeopteryx, an early bird, is one of our "missing links" in the story of the evolution of birds. archaeopteryx • bird • lithographic printing • solenhofen • tertiary period
Celebrate 2008: Year Of The Frog Spring rains are bringing out amphibians, such as frogs and salamanders, who now begin the sometimes treacherous journey to breeding grounds. amphibians • vernal ponds • rainforest alliance • year of the frog • amphibian ark
Volcanoes in Ecuador, S. America The "Avenue of the Volcanoes", named by Alexander von Humboldt during his 1802 expedition to Ecuador, stretches along the northern spine of the Andes. volcanoes ecuador • avenue of volcanoes • mountain climbing • tungurahua • chimborazo
The Fish, Part II: The Chondrichthyans Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the water...let's look at the Chondrichthyans! sharks • rays • chondrichthyan • osteichthyan • elasmobranch
World Conservation Monitoring Centre Wildlife statistics, International conservation, endangered species, wildlife statistics • international conservation • endangered species • environment • world conservation monitoring centre
What is an Emu? A brief description of Emus, including physical characteristics, habits, preferred food, and conservation status. emu • emus • dromaiideae • flightless bird • australia
M.O.T.T. - or there was a dinosaur in my office! This time a true travel office, and how to use a cat as bodyguard for your laptop when you travel. software • staroffice • ms office • worldperfect • travel
Coelacanth: The Living Fossil For years scientists believed that the coelacanths had become extinct at the end of the Cretaceous. This "living fossil" caused quite a stir. coelacanths • ichthyology • chondrichthyan • osteichthyan • devonian period
Dinosaur Tracking Have you ever tracked a dinosaur? You don't need a blood hound, just visit a fossil trackway site. ichnology • trackway • paleobiology • paleoclimatology • footprints
Kids write the darndest things! The mind of a child is not only complex - it's often quite amusing. And sometimes kids are at their funniest when they're not even trying to be! kids • humour • poetry • stories • funny
The Sixth Great Mass Extinction A poll conducted by the American Museum of Natural of Natural History and the Louis Harris survey research firm found that 70 percent of the biologists polled believe that within 30 years up to one-fifth of the species on earth will become extinct. A third of those polled are more pessimistic. They think up to half the species on Earth will be gone. Where is Noah when you need him! extinction • endangered • environment
World Orchid Conservation - Is It Working? World Orchid Conservation--Is It Working? What is your opinion? orchid • conservation • orchid lady • flowers • orchids
Australia On UN's Black List Since 1999, the Australian Government has been on CERD's agenda of urgent business, but the government has categorically failed to acknowledge this. cerd • elimination of racial descrimination • findings against australia • native title amendments • pastoralists
Australian Dinosaur Research Rich fossil beds in outback Queensland may shed new light on the evolution of dinosaurs in the Southern Hemisphere. australian dinosaurs • winton dinosaur graveyard • australian dinosaur evolution • gondwana dinosaurs • dr steve salisbury's dinosaur studies
Fisheries and Conservation Protecting fisheries and endangered species is a difficult chore. Common goods such as water, and migrant fish transcend international boundaries and are in danger. fisheries management • u.s.-china policy • sustainable environment • sustainable fisheries • international environment issues
How Art Communicates Can painters and sculptors make a difference to society? The work of many artists, such as Fiona Hall and Michel Tuffery, suggests that they can. art appreciation • what is art? • art and the viewer • art and social issues • schools of art criticism
Northern Elephant Seals Northern elephant seals have made a huge comeback after facing near extinction but it is their diving and fasting capabilities that researchers are most interested in now northern elephant seal • near extinction • hour long diving • month long fast • ancient pinniped
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
Redefining Aboriginal Gender Roles This guest writer is a Nyungar woman, making bold statements about the hardships faced by Indigenous women in Western Australia. nyungar nation • noongar people • nyoongar people • nyungar yorga • nyungar women
The Birth of Civilization in Ancient Mesoamerica When -and for what purposes-did the peoples of pre-Columbian Middle America seek to develop from hunter-gatherers into the creators of some of the most renowned cities in the entire history of ancient civilization? Are all the great civilizations of Mesoamerica-the Maya, Aztecs, Olmecs, Zapotecs, and others-part of one great culture? Were there “strong continuities” in ancient Mesoamerica that created this one great civilization known as ancient Mesoamerica, that then flourished from 1200 BC to 1521 AD? What factors prompt the birth and define the characteristics of civilization, anyway? A study of Mesoamerica's cultural creation provides many clues. mesoamerica • middle america • pre-columbian • hunter-gatherer • civilization
A Guide to the Irish Wolfhound The Irish wolfhound is a magnificent hound, with remarkable strength, yet gracefully built. The tallest dog breed in the world, it is a trusting, gentle giant. irish wolfhound • tallest dog breed • irish wolfhound breeders • irish wolfhound puppies • magnificent hound
Chicago's Field Museum for Kids There are a lot of ways for young people to have fun at the Field Museum while learning about the Windy City and their world. field museum for kids • chicago attraction for children • home to dinosaur sue • largest t-rex in the world • evolving planet exhibit
Corporal Punishment Western society has reformed many of its policies and procedures revolving around disciplining children and adolescents over the course of the last two decades. However, you may be in for a rude awakening if you expect such changes to exist cross culturally! fear • esl • south • korea • corporal
Dinosaurs in Drumheller, Canada The Royal Tyrrell Museum is a favourite place for dinosaur lovers of all ages. It is an easy drive of about 90 minutes from Calgary. dinosaur museum • t. rex • tyrannosaurus rex • royal tyrrell museum • drumheller
Honeybee Crisis and Biodiversity Flowering plants rely heavily on bees for their survival via pollination, and many bee species are endangered. An overview of the current honeybee colony crisis. colony collapse disorder • biodiversity • beekeepers • stingless bees • bumblebees
Hurricanes and Bermuda Petrels Bermuda Petrels (Cahows), nest on offshore islands in Bermuda. Hurricanes wash away sections of these islands and threaten the breeding season of the endangered birds. hurricane florence • bermuda petrel • cahow • offshore islands in bermuda • pterodroma cahow
Jane Goodall's Chimp Crusade In this second of a three-part series, Jane transitions from researcher into activist to bring heightened awareness to the plight of wild chimpanzees in Africa jane goodall • chimpanzees • chimps • chimp eden • researcher
Kids Magazines for the Tweens Kids like to learn and explore, and tweens are no different when it comes to that. Read reviews of some popular kids magazines that spark interest in kids. kids magazines • magazines for kids • sports illustrated for kids • national geographic for kids • nickelodeon magazine
Movie: The Lost World (1960) Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World returned to the silver screen in 1960. Michael Rennie, Jill St. John, Claude Rains and David Hedison star. the lost world (1960) • michael rennie • jill st. john • claude rains • irwin allen
Old Style Turkeys for Thanksgiving The difference between an old-fashioned heritage turkey and those big Butterball birds lies in genetics. heritage turkeys • old fashioned turkeys for thanksgiving • slow food • local food • bird
Petroglyphs at China Lake, CA Petroglyphs are images pecked into large boulders by the use of rocks and hammer stones. These images were left by the shamans after their spiritual vision quests. native american • indians • petroglyph • china lake • oso mountains
Porter Releases Atemahawke CD Mexican indie rockers Porter, return with the sequel to their impressive debut. Evolving from a straight forward indie rock, to a more subtle experimental indie pop. porter album review • mexican indie rockers • combining music styles • indie rock • indie pop
Spring Break Family Vacation Looking for spring break family vacation ideas, but don't have lots of time for planning or money to spend? These ideas for spring break are cheap and close to home. spring • break • family • vacation • trip |
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