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Linda Hufford: A Rehabber Comments on “Collecting” Rare Birds

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He said the federal government’s and Alaska’s state rules were, for the most part, okay; they were consistent and generally made sense for the safety of both humans and wildlife, and in many respects, coincided with his own views of protecting the native environment. The relationship between this bird and other animals and plants?

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Bird Litigation: Spotted Owl v. Barred Owl

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A sample of this process is here.) However, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (“MBTA”) broadly prohibits the “take” of any bird, which effectively means that a protected bird cannot be killed, harassed, or otherwise adversely impacted. The cases are: Friends of Animals v. Friends of Animals v.

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National Justice for Animals Week

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From the better late then never category, the ALDF is having a National Justice for Animals Week to raise awareness about animal abuse. Adam was rescued by an 11-year-old boy who also later identified the girls who committed the crime, allowing them to be charged with felony animal cruelty.

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Feral Cats in American Cities

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So I put together a “carnival” (of sorts) of Feral Cat Ordinances and Issues that samples current events across the US. Nonprofit pet protection groups would manage the program and be responsible for ensuring that cat caretakers take the required steps. The other day, Minneapolis, Minnesota passed a feral cat ordinance.

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Heart U Back

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We recently got a chance to check out a lovely line of jewelry that celebrates animals, and supports the ASPCA! It’s called Heart U Back , and they offer a lot of fashion forward choices for animal lovers. I got a sample of the Heart U Back friendship bracelet , and it is my new favorite thing to wear.

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COMMENTS ON COLLECTING BIRDS: A Reply

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The start was there to try and break the warm fuzzies people have about wildlife biologists, people generally well regarded for doing badly paid work trying to help photogenic animals in the wild. The relationship between this bird and other animals and plants?” Studying a wild animal is a multi-disciplinary exercise.

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Crypton Doodle Dog Bed from Designer Doggy

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The bed we got to sample was the brown version pictured above, but the beds come in a variety of colors and styles , and come in two sizes. The fabric is stain, moisture, and odor resistant which leaves the plush polyester-filled insert protected from accidents. They are easy to spot clean, 100% machine washable, and made in the USA.

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