Critter News

DECEMBER 23, 2009

I was reading Ocean Conservancy's magazine today. The purpose is to protect ocean species as a whole. I think that ocean life, with the exception of mammals, are often overlooked because they are not the sentient, communicating species that we identify with, like primates, dogs, cats, etc.

Animal Rights 100

Animal Rights Advocacy Rights Marine Life 100

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 24, 2022

In my view, the ABA should strongly consider: (1) becoming more welcoming to new birders, and (2) increasing and formalizing ABA advocacy on issues relevant to birders. * * *. This is far from a novel idea: contributors to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology receive Living Bird magazine, which is also freely available online to everyone. * * *.

Advocacy 212

Advocacy Wildlife Portland Science 212

10,000 Birds

MAY 23, 2023

Birders often venture into various habitats, such as forests, wetlands, grasslands, or coastal areas, to encounter different bird species. The primary objective of birding is to identify bird species based on their physical characteristics, behavior, and vocalizations.

United States 147

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10,000 Birds

MARCH 7, 2023

Plume hunting raged supreme 150 years ago, when egret feathers were part of a worldwide trade in feathers and other bird parts, used for women’s hats and other articles of clothing (but mostly hats), delighting the upper classes and practically wiping out bird species. ©2023, Donna L. Chapter 8 is worth the read.

Connecticut 147

Connecticut Washington Legislation Hunting 147