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The Devil Is In The D-Con

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This was more than 30 years after these types of anti-coagulants had first been implicated in the deaths of protected wildlife and pets, as well as the sickening of children. The photograph in local papers did not show the brand of poison, but the colors on the package were like those of D-Con. It was a great victory.

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How To Raise A Baby Bird – Professional Advice With Photos

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Sometimes people – including veterinarians who haven’t studied wild birds – suggest feeding Exact (or a similar brand) Pet Bird Formula. A raptor raised as a pet can never be released – imagine a hungry bird of prey trying to land on an unsuspecting person, hoping to be fed. Broad-winged Hawk.

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How To Raise A Baby Bird

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Sometimes people – including veterinarians who haven’t studied wild birds – suggest feeding Exact (or a similar brand) Pet Bird Formula. A raptor raised as a pet can never be released – imagine a hungry bird of prey trying to land on an unsuspecting person, hoping to be fed. Broad-winged Hawk.

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10,000 Birds Launches Alley Rat Allies

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Like cats, the rat is admired and loved by many who keep them as pets. Like cats, the rat has been the victim of campaigns to make it the bad guy in terms of disease and damage wildlife. And, above all, take the time today to explore our brand new website , which will be updating throughout the day today.

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Wildlife Rehabilitator War Wounds

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Injured wildlife are not the most cooperative of patients. Wildlife rehabilitators have an arsenal of equipment and techniques we use to protect ourselves. I was working at the Coastal Wildlife Rescue Center here in Alabama, and he had either been blown in during a storm or caught a ride on a ship.

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The Cutting Edge II: Hummingbird Feeders

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Fish & Wildlife Service estimates that Americans spend nearly $1 billion annually on bird houses, feeders, nest boxes, and baths. The Woodstream Corporation has a number of brands, one of which is Perky-Pet , a major player in the bird feeding industry. Images: Perky-Pet marketing materials.

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