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Cat Wars: The Devastating Consequences of a Cuddly Killer

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In Oregon, the Barred Owl is taking over Northern Spotted Owl territory and threatening that smaller bird’s survival. The traditional, supposedly humane answer to the glut of feral cats has been institution of “TNR” programs – trap, neuter, return. Header image of feral cat with a Golden-crowned Kinglet by Isaac Grant.

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The Wildlife Rehabilitator’s Wish List

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I wish for a federal law prohibiting domestic and feral cats from roaming free outdoors. That more rehab centers would accept non-natives, like pigeons house sparrows, and starlings,” wrote Charis in Oregon. I’d wish for rehabber-appreciative regulators who don’t think adding paperwork equals adding security,” wrote Louise in Oregon.

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From Today's New York Times

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Davis, an emeritus professor of animal science at Oregon State University, says the horses “damage” the environment. Priscilla Feral President, Friends of Animals Darien, Conn., You report that Steven L. A total of 33,000 wild horses are degrading the environment, but around 3 million to 4 million cattle are not? July 23, 2008

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When birds attack!

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In the event I’m in a life or death struggle with an Oregon Junco or a particularly feral Dunnock I’d rather my birding companion was at least nominally on my side. One commenter actually said their were rooting for the birds, and, well, no offence but I’m not sure I want to go birding with you.