10,000 Birds

AUGUST 5, 2020

The cows and their entourage of Cattle Egrets sloshed through the pastures, each time they moved we lurched forward hoping to see a disturbed Grey-breasted Crake hop into view – but alas, no such luck even though we were hearing the little skulkers consistently. Both are direct results of the pet trade. Common Waxbills.

Livestock 205

Livestock Ducks ALA illegal 205

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 3, 2010

A lot of very important information for pet owners, especially as we go into the summer season. As a pet owner, you will be obviously concerned about the safety and well-being of your beloved pet. The disease can attack domestic pets, such as dogs and cats, as well as livestock, such as horses, chickens, and cattle.

Protection 100

Protection Pets Horses Humane 100

Critter News

FEBRUARY 23, 2009

Carnivores killed less than 1% of cattle (0.18%) and approximately 3% of sheep produced in the U.S.; • Out of Step with American Values - Americans value wildlife and abhor animal cruelty. Tags: fish and wildlife USDA.

Killing 100

Killing Wildlife Groups Endangered Species 100

10,000 Birds

MARCH 18, 2011

The primary reasons for the decline of macaws and parrots are many but habitat loss due to logging; clear cutting for crops and cattle ranching; and capture for the pet trade rank among the most threatening. These threats are further exacerbated by the naturally low reproductive rates of these cavity-nesting birds.

Peru 254

Peru Parrots 2011 Research Center 254

10,000 Birds

JULY 10, 2012

This species prefers wetlands and its numbers have been decimated due to a combination of habitat destruction caused by human population growth and illegal removal of birds and eggs from the wild for the pet and zoo trade. These birds are tagged and migrate to the Sululta Plains on the Ethiopian highlands were they spend their winter.

Endangered Species 185

Endangered Species Species Morocco South Africa 185