Articles related to "Pet Trade"

Although illegal in many countries, the exotic pet trade continues to smuggle wild caught parrots, reducing the numbers of endangered parrots in the wild.

Tree dwelling lesser ape species, once found throughout Asia, are declining in most of their range as habitat fragmentation and pet trade put many on the endangered list.

The citron crested cockatoo is a medium sized parrot that, while uncommon in the pet trade, is available from some cockatoo breeders.

Rescue, rehabilitation and reintroduction of lesser apes in Borneo and Sumatra raises awareness of illegal trade and habitat issues that threaten Indonesia's lesser apes.

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.

Slowing the rate of deforestation will be key to survival of this silvery ape. Javan gibbons from the pet trade become part of captive breeding or translocation programs.

Primate rehabilitation centres, one in South Africa and one in Indonesia, offer unique opportunities for volunteers interested in caring for apes returning to the wild.

Many wild cats have been driven to the brink of extinction by human activities. People can help to save wild cats by participating in cat sponsorship programs.

More than a thousand chimpanzees are still being used for invasive medical research in laboratories across America. Find out how to help these endangered animals.

Sure they're adorable, but Richardson's Ground Squirrels aren't for everyone. Here's the pros, cons, dos and don'ts of keeping Gophers.

Burmese python's can make rewarding and fascinating captives when kept properly. Be sure to look into individual state and city laws pertaining to large python ownership.

Go along for the ride with both smugglers and investigators as they work the world of the illegal wildlife trade. Smuggling profits are huge, and only fools get caught.

A Cambodian zoo is undoing the poor reputation of animal parks in Southeast Asia and providing a great family day away from the capital, Phnom Penh, all at the same time.

From small furry animals like hamsters and rabbits to birds, snakes and exotics, which are the best small animal pets depends on the personality of the future owner.

The migration of the demoiselle crane coincides with the harvest, resulting in conflict with local farmers. New efforts focus on protecting crops without harming birds.

A wildlife rehabilitation facility in Java will release 17 young pandemelons, whose parents were rescued from illegal trade, into rainforest on Papua Island.

Countless animals, some of them rare or threatened, waste away each year in poorly designed, atrociously managed roadside zoos.

Every year there's a toy every kid has to have. This year it seems Zhu Zhu pet hamsters are emerging as the hot toy for Santa to deliver underneath the Christmas tree.

The American Tree Frog is a fascinating amphibian found in many backyards across the Southern United States. Learn more about these adorable amphibians.

The Amazon Forest teems with life. Some of it is nasty and dangerous. Some of it is beautiful and colourful. In this article we examine the anteater and boa constrictor.

Burmese pythons are often sold as pets, but their owners frequently release them into the wild. A new study suggests that they could live in as much as 1/3 of the US.

Considering a ball python as a pet? Ball pythons can be one of the easiest snakes to care for, but here are some important things to consider before purchasing one.

Because of their supposed ease of care, keeping Eastern box turtles as pets was a tradition in many parts of the United States. They were commonly collected in the wild.

Combining wildlife conservation with human survival in developing countries. Bushmeat trade and deforestation targeted as critical to great ape protection.

The mild weather, lush foliage, and biodiversity of the Florida Keys allow invasive species to proliferate. There are several invasives causing concern in the Keys.

Chimps, capuchins, orang-utans, and lemurs. Not what you would expect to find down the leafy lanes of rural Dorset. Monkey World is a major center for primate rescue.

These magnificant "men of the forest' are funny, charming, playfull and sadly, disappearing. At Semenggoh and Sepilok the fight goes on to protect these magnificant apes

Palm plantations are reducing orangutan habitat at a phenomenal rate.

Axolotls are curious salamanders that never grow up. They are bred for the pet trade and scientific research, but are almost extinct in the wild.

The seldom seen Southern flying squirrel is a true marvel as it glides gracefully among the tree tops. Find out more about this amazing creature of the night.

These tiny desert foxes are finding their way into our homes as exotic family pets.

Endangered primate conservation specialists use the list to raise awareness and to monitor progress in each species' recovery. Five species are only recently discovered.

The present economic crisis is forcing Americans to cut back on expenses. Here are some tips on how retirees can survive and still enjoy life...

Almost everyone is familiar with canaries, budgies and parrots, but mynahs, doves, toucans, and crows are often kept as pets as well.

You go into a pet shop and see the cutest puppy, and make a sudden decision to buy him. He's expensive, but he comes with "papers" showing he's a purebred.

Whole ecosystems collapse when habitats are destroyed, and the 'flagship species' show just the tip of the iceberg.

The small Southern flying squirrel has been growing in popularity among small animal lovers, but there are important things to consider before bringing one home.