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The Gap Between Wildlife and the Animal Rights Movement

10,000 Birds

A classic example of what an invasive species is capable of resides on the island of Guam…when one species of snake made its way onto to the island via airplane, practically all of the island’s birds went extinct in a matter of a few decades. For example, when the U.S.

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US Retailers Concerned Over Australia's Delay in Ending Mulesing

Critter News

Why change for welfare purposes if there is no clear economic benefit? I think it's just another example of short-term vs. long-term thinking, to which all humans are victim. But, as is typical with many large industries, there is a resistance to change unless there is a clear and immediate profit windfall.

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