10,000 Birds

JUNE 25, 2022

Threats to the Great Green Macaw include habitat destruction (especially any cutting of Dipteryx trees used by macaws for nesting and food) and capture for the pet bird trade. It’s an unfortunate answer that reflects the steady decrease in population suffered by this parrot king of the tropical dry forest.

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Costa Rica Parrots Albatross Birds 270

Critter News

OCTOBER 6, 2009

There are hundreds of videos on the Internet of proud parents enjoying their monkeys, and an estimated 15,000 monkeys live with humans as pets or surrogate children in the United States. And in some cases, monkey babies are more than pets: They are sons and daughters. Who suffers? Stupid TLC.

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Monkeys Primates United States Endangered Species 100

Critter News

AUGUST 9, 2010

Through litigation, legislation, and public education, BFUSA leads vital campaigns against animals in entertainment, exotic “pets”, trapping and fur, and destructive international wildlife trade. Born Free USA (BFUSA) is a nationally recognized leader in animal welfare and wildlife conservation.

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Fur Animal Welfare Ethics Primates 100