10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Storks, Ibises and Spoonbills of the World states that “disturbance by local people, tourists, and egg and zoo collectors has similarly reduced the colonies, and more protection is vital”. In 2018, there were 1,745 birds living in 92 different zoos and collections. It may not be beautiful, but it’s a bird with definite charisma.

Morocco 231

Morocco Austria Algeria Germany 231

10,000 Birds

MAY 1, 2013

We can really ask the question and get a definitive answer from one. It’s a small education Northern White-faced Owl that completely changes shape as zoo keepers bring by other types of owls that would be a predator for that species. So, how close is “too close” for an owl?

Owls 267

Owls Barn Owls Agenda Zoos 267

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 3, 2014

As we approach the 100th anniversary of the demise of Martha at the Cincinnati Zoo, one would think that there is little left to say about the prolific life and tragic death of the Passenger Pigeon. That small matter aside, though, this is a rich and melancholy book that I would not hesitate to recommend to any birder.

Slaughter 208

Slaughter Slaughtered Zoos Hunting 208

10,000 Birds

JUNE 28, 2018

The definition of the word HUNT is “to chase or search for game or other wild animals for the purpose of catching or killing.” ” The definition of the word CONSERVATION is “the act or an instance of conserving or keeping from change, loss, or injury.” It is obvious that hunting is NOT conservation.

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Hunting Hunters Gorillas Wolves 113