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Tag: Species

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Despite successes, Congo Basin forests being ‘emptied’ of their elephants

Massive quantities of illegal African ivory are being laundered through Thai shops. To save Africa’s elephants it is essential that Thailand closes this legal loophole. Join us in asking Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra... Read More
Massive quantities of illegal African ivory are being laundered through Thai shops. To save Africa’s elephants it is essential...
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What it will take to stop the trade

These flagship species are the litmus test of the environmental movement. We’re doing the best we can. But we need to do more. Read More
These flagship species are the litmus test of the environmental movement. We’re doing the best we can. But we...
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Forest elephants, scientists and chance

The heavy rain in the morning prevented me from participating in a traditional BaAka hunt in Dzanga Sangha protected area, whereby long nets are deployed in the forests and animals, like porcupines and small... Read More
The heavy rain in the morning prevented me from participating in a traditional BaAka hunt in Dzanga Sangha protected...
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Save Africa's elephants: Help ban the Thai ivory trade

Every day in the savannas and forests of Africa, elephants are being gunned down for their ivory tusks. Across the continent, tens of thousands of these majestic animals are being slaughtered each year. In... Read More
Every day in the savannas and forests of Africa, elephants are being gunned down for their ivory tusks. Across...
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Species of the Week: The Tiger!

Each week we feature an at-risk species and let you know how YOU can help them. This week, learn about the tiger. Read More
Each week we feature an at-risk species and let you know how YOU can help them. This week, learn...
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Humpback haven

Our submission to the Northern Gateway Joint Review Panel (JRP) concluded that the project’s threats to whales were seriously underestimated, especially the risks from noise. We’re not alone in our concerns. Read More
Our submission to the Northern Gateway Joint Review Panel (JRP) concluded that the project’s threats to whales were seriously...
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The face of extinction

I never got to meet Lonesome George but I am deeply saddened by losing him. It’s sad that after decades of knowing what we’re doing to this planet and working so hard to keep... Read More
I never got to meet Lonesome George but I am deeply saddened by losing him. It’s sad that after...
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If I were a Caribou…

With big economic plans, comes big responsibility—to ensure Canada’s natural beauty and biodiversity remain unharmed. But given current changes to our environmental laws, caribou—and Canadians of every ilk—have reason to be nervous. Read More
With big economic plans, comes big responsibility—to ensure Canada’s natural beauty and biodiversity remain unharmed. But given current...
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Tracking elusive snow leopards: Part I

This blog is Part 1 of a 2-part series about Dr. Shrestha's journey to the remote Himalaya's of Bhutan to track the elusive snow leopards. Read More
This blog is Part 1 of a 2-part series about Dr. Shrestha's journey to the remote Himalaya's of Bhutan...
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Put meaning into Mother's Day

Gift ideas for Mother's Day that give twice - and won't break your kids' (or your own) piggy banks. Read More
Gift ideas for Mother's Day that give twice - and won't break your kids' (or your own) piggy banks.
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