Critter News

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

The majestic gray wolf once roamed the United States from coast to coast and from Mexico to Canada. However, persecution by humans and loss of prey virtually eliminated the wolf from its natural habitat. Amazing what these calendars can contain. From National Wildlife Federation.

United States 100

United States Endangered Species Canada Mexico 100

10,000 Birds

MAY 8, 2018

More than 50 years ago, the Hawaiian Goose (Nene) was one of the first birds listed under the Endangered Species Act, part of the inaugural “ Class of 1967 ”. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed downlisting it from “endangered” to “threatened.”. Due to substantial improvements in its population and its prospects, the U.S.

Endangered Species 101

Endangered Species Species Hawaii 2018 101

10,000 Birds

JULY 28, 2011

This is the largest Buteo we have in the United States and is extremely sexy with bold white coloration on the ventral side and most of the tail. So barren in fact it is not uncommon to find this grassland species occupying the same habitat as cattle or areas with high degree of human disturbance.

Prairie Dogs 162

Prairie Dogs Colorado North Dakota Soreing 162

10,000 Birds

MAY 30, 2019

But it wasn’t until he studied falconry’s appeal to centuries-old cultures–the Persians, English, Dutch, French, Chinese, Russians, and people of the Middle East–that Cade realized the sport of kings was slowly dying and would disappear along with the age-old mystique of a raptor returning to the human who trained her.

Falcons 171

Falcons California Condor Alaska Texas 171

10,000 Birds

JUNE 17, 2015

The Sacramento River NWR was established 1989 by the authority provided under the Endangered Species Act, Emergency Wetlands Resources Act, and the Fish and Wildlife Act. Units are located along both sides of the river and serve to protect and provide a wide variety of riparian habitats for birds, fish, and other wildlife.”

Fish 142

Fish Wildlife Hunting Game 142

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Wilderness Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Air and Water Acts, and similar acts in Canada. The use of wildlife for subsistence purposes by human populations should not be equated with their commercial consumptive use. Human development should not threaten the integrity of nature or the survival of other species.

Wildlife 232

Wildlife Coyotes Hunters Wolves 232

Animal Ethics

APRIL 23, 2008

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Catholic catechism affirm that compassion for animals is a matter of human dignity. The United Methodist Church supports the humane treatment of farm animals and calls for the protection of endangered species.

New York Times 40

New York Times Humane Society Of The United States New York Puppy Mills 40

4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 3, 2010

This is certainly a landmark victory and we hope that other countries around the world, including the United States, will take notice and follow suit.”. ADI also rescues animals in distress worldwide. ADI gathered evidence has led to campaigns and legislative action all over the world to protect them.

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ADI Animal Defenders International Bolivia Lions 100