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Ligers in China

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A private zoo operator in Taiwan cross-bred lions and tigers, resulting in three "liger" cubs. One died and the other two were seized for sheltering at a research institution. Tags: zoos taiwan tigers lion endangered species. Both species are endangered and it is illegal to cross breed them. From Focus Taiwan.

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Striding Snake-killers

10,000 Birds

On several occasions I’ve seen animals that are making a beeline towards shelter double-back when the wings are spread straight into their waiting talons. As do a diverse suite of other wildlife from lions and zebras to ground squirrels and meerkats. But another reason might be that the wing flares confuse the prey.

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We Cannot Allow This Administration’s Environmental Policies To Stand

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Recently the Republican lead House of Representatives has released their proposed 2108 budget which would allow drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). What affect would that have on wildlife? Big oil proponents have been trying to get ANWR opened for drilling for years. It is a recipe for disaster if that ever happens.