10,000 Birds

JUNE 4, 2019

Their populations, plus those of other species that ‘wore’ the coveted long, colorful feathers used for women’s fashionable hats, were being dangerously depleted by hunters intent on feeding the millinery industry. Fitting, since New York City and London were the centers of the millinery trade. This is good stuff.

Industry 118

Industry Virginia Portland Campaign 118

Animal Ethics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2007

To the Editor: Re “ Drummer Denies He Intentionally Spooked Horse That Died ” (news article, Sept. The recent report by the New York City comptroller points out the absolute failure of city agencies to protect these indentured slaves. Shame on Mayor Michael R.

New York Times 40

New York Times New York Horses New York City 40

10,000 Birds

APRIL 6, 2021

I was especially interested in “To Hide From God,” the chapter on songbird slaughter and protection in Cyprus. Has it really been 21 years (almost) from the publication of Jonathan Franzen’s New Yorker article, “ Emptying the Skies ,” six years since the documentary with the same name?

Cyprus 247

Cyprus Slaughter Slaughtered Research 247

10,000 Birds

APRIL 16, 2012

Some industry did sprout in the pine barrens in the colonial period, including iron foundries and charcoal making, but none could stay competitive and they eventually failed and the pines grew back. By the time urban and suburban sprawl started to reach New Jersey’s pine barrens they were largely protected and today over 1.1

New Jersey 175

New Jersey New York City New York Leopards 175

10,000 Birds

MARCH 7, 2023

conservation legislation and regulation, a tool used to protect birds from irresponsible hunting, industrial intrusion and incidental take, habitat loss and pollution, and to encourage best practices by everyone, from birders to corporations. Congress and Senate who recognized the need to protect the birds.

Connecticut 147

Connecticut Washington Legislation Hunting 147