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The “Rufa” Red Knot is now protected under the Endangered Species Act

10,000 Birds

Fish and Wildlife Service has listed the “Rufa” population of Red Knot ( Calidris canutus rufa ) as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). migration corridors from Argentina in the Southern tip of South America to Canada.

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Win a Birdwatching Adventure in Peru!

10,000 Birds

A twilight cruise then introduces you to the rainforest’s nocturnal animals. A half-hour hike takes you to the lake, where you’ll glide in a wooden canoe across a beautiful, mirror-like, oxbow lake that is home to many endangered species.

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Flight to Freedom

4 The Love Of Animals

Four lions, rescued by Animal Defenders International (ADI) from a Bolivian circus when the country banned the use of animals in circuses have a new home, and a life of luxury at the ARK 2000 sanctuary in Calaveras County. As with every animal at PAWS, we are committed to providing life-time care.

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