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Animal Ethics

The use of chimpanzees for research has declined significantly in the last decade mostly because of high costs and growing public opposition to relying on these animals in invasive experiments. It is time to retire chimpanzees in labs to sanctuaries like Chimp Haven. Kathleen Conlee Washington, Nov.

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Animal Ethics

But bulls are not cars, but rather living beings that experience pain and suffering. Even private equity is getting in on the action, with one manager believing this could be the next Nascar. This is music to the ears of advertisers. Corporations should reject the notion that this is a sport worthy of their ad dollars.

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People who adopt from animal shelters will tell you that it’s not only a rewarding experience, but also that shelters are filled with a smorgasbord of the most amazing, delightful, intelligent dogs you’ll ever find on the planet. June 11, 2007 Note from KBJ: I concur. Sherrill Durbin Tulsa, Okla., Karen Benzel Carmel-by-the-Sea, Calif.,

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White-faced Ibis at Colusa National Wildlife Refuge

10,000 Birds

Larry wanted to share his passion for birds and conservation and hatched The Birders Report in September of 2007. A First Christmas Bird Count Experience » To learn more about 10,000 Birds, Mike, Corey, or the many marvelous Beat Writers, please click here. Amber yes, that iridescent sheen is just the way you see it here.

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Birding Lodges – Part 1 – Paradise in Portugal

10,000 Birds

Anderson River Park Never Disappoints Barbados The Other Antigua About the Author James A life-long birder and native of South Africa, James Currie has many years experience in the birding and wildlife tourism arenas. Cats Are Still Public Enemy Number One, For Birds The New York Times and Tweety have it absolutely correct.

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Birding Lodges – Part 2 – Punta Cana Resort & Club

10,000 Birds

These Blasts From The Past Lakes, lightning, locusts and lizards Great Birding Sites From Great Birding Bloggers Anderson River Park Never Disappoints Birding Kuwait The Other Antigua About the Author James A life-long birder and native of South Africa, James Currie has many years experience in the birding and wildlife tourism arenas.

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The plovers of Estero Lagoon, Florida

10,000 Birds

Diabolical Bird ID Quiz Red-shouldered Hawk in Forest Park, Queens, New York Just for Fun Avian ID Quiz #8 Cardinal King Usurped About the Author James A life-long birder and native of South Africa, James Currie has many years experience in the birding and wildlife tourism arenas. Wicked, right? Hat-tip to Stella.

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