Humane Species Transported Washington 
10,000 Birds
OCTOBER 10, 2017
The human toll has been and continues to be staggering. The Department of Transportation has helped to reopen airports and the Department of Energy has assisted with getting power plants back online. Most residents are still without electricity and there was extensive damage to homes, buildings, and public infrastructure.
10,000 Birds
JUNE 6, 2013
She has lived in Maine, California, France, New York, and currently makes her home in Virginia Beach Always bringing her camera along, Erika is building her life-list by trying to check off at least one new species each week in her field guide. She previously wrote on 10,000 Birds about birding in the Washington DC cherry blossoms.
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Animal Ethics
JANUARY 16, 2011
To the Editor: Re “ Snake Owners See Furry Bias in Invasive Species Proposal ” (news article, Jan. In addition to the effects of these invasive species on ecosystems, there are also compelling humane and public safety arguments for restricting trade. The trade is dangerous for people, but also for the snakes.
10,000 Birds
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Kooyman (co-author with Jim Mastro) spent decades studying Emperor Penguins and can be considered the world’s foremost expert on the species. Empire Penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri) are the largest living penguin species, almost four feet tall (taller when they stretch), and the least likely to be seen on birding or nature trips.
Animal Ethics
MARCH 10, 2008
As the planet warms, fragile habitats that countless animal species depend on for survival will be destroyed. We have already witnessed radical changes in the polar icecap, changes that threaten numerous arctic species. This Washington Post column highlights the gravity of the situation [Also available here.].
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