Marine life is under severe threat from global warming, pollution and habitat loss, with a high risk of “major extinctions” according to a panel of experts.
Ecological research of keystone species generates information to guide habitat conservation initiatives, as well as to promote education and local community participation. This will then lead to landscape conservation efforts that will ultimately influence decision- and policy-making. The research and conservation of keystone species can help design the necessary steps to safeguard a biome and influence policy-making. Tapirs are such a keystone species.
Olivia and Carter hosted an Endangered Species educational program for the Fayette Public Library After School Program
THE NIGHTMARE of human pollution was exposed for all to see today when Phuket veterinarians cut open a giant leatherback turtle in a post mortem.
Inside the stomach, the cause of the wonderful creature’s death became apparent. Six plastic bags obstructed the 15-year-old turtle’s digestive system, preventing food from being absorbed.
Check out these odd looking Endangered Species. Not the pretties creatures on earth but they are all part of the big picture. Please make sure you and your family are helping to make a difference so we can stop loosing so many species, no matter what they look like. If you want to help but [...]
Update to WNS post Jan-26-2011. This comes from our friends at the Center of Biological Diversity: Urgent Action Needed to Protect Western Bats Update to the WNS story from our friends at Who Knew. Enjoy http://news.yahoo.com/video/whoknew-19124225/invasive-species-23599907 Update to the WNS story (12-2010). Data provided by the Center of Biological Diversity: Emergency Help Requested for Little [...]
100-MILLION sharks are slaughtered each year to support the growing demand for shark fins. Gordon Ramsay Shark Bait (The Big Fish Fight) Pt-1
For a comprehensive look at what is endangered and where in the world they are located, visit the following link for all the information; http://bit.ly/kTjlE After you are through, please be sure to comeback and make a small donation so we can help protect the species you like the most. Thanks for visiting. Carter and [...]
Our good friend Dr Black (and esteemed Board Member of OMG ) was kind enough to pass along this great report. We hope you enjoy the article. Scientists are discovering that species extinctions fuel the rise and spread of infectious diseases and hinder medical research….. “Reduce plant diversity and you may reduce bird diversity as well.” [...]
We just finished a great event at the lovely Fernbank Museum. The Gecko event was filled with families from all over the US who enjoyed the Gecko exhibit, as well as, all the the great presentations held by various local organizations. OMG was invited to help educate the visitors on the plight of the endangered [...]
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