March 21, 2013
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Genetic analysis calls for the protection of two highly endangered Portuguese fish species

A chromosome study of the endemic Portuguese fish Squalius aradensis and S. torgalensis draws attention to their current status of highly endangered species. Rapid habitat loss in combination with ongoing geographic confinement and a poor genetic bank … Continue reading

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February 28, 2013
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Historic datasets reveal effects of climate change and habitat loss on plant-pollinator networks

Two biologists at Washington University in St. Louis were delighted to discover a meticulous dataset on a plant-pollinator network recorded by Illinois naturalist Charles Robertson between 1884 and 1916. Re-collecting part of Robertson’s network, they … Continue reading

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January 31, 2013
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The effective collective: Grouping could ensure animals find their way in a changing environment

Researchers report that collective intelligence is vital to certain animals’ ability to evaluate and respond to their environment. The results should prompt a close examination of how endangered group or herd animals are preserved and managed because w… Continue reading

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January 16, 2013
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Pubic Lice Endangered Due to, Ahem, Habitat Loss

In a growing number of places throughout the world, this age-old organism is finding new homes harder to come by. Continue reading

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July 18, 2012
by Andrew Wetzler
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Canadian Polar Bear Management Needs Fixing

Andrew Wetzler, Director, Land & Wildlife Program, Chicago

When you have a species, like the polar bear, that is facing catastrophic habitat loss throughout much of its range, you need to adjust your management according.  In part… Continue reading

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March 22, 2012
by Sarah Chasis
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The National Ocean Policy Will Help Fishermen

Sarah Chasis, Senior Attorney and Director, Ocean Initiative, New York
Today the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, Oceans and Insular Affairs is holding a hearing entitled “Empty Hooks: The Nationa… Continue reading

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August 9, 2010
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Green Turtles Return to Malaysia But Face An Uncertain Future

Photo by syntheticaperture Green turtles have been battling habitat loss, the dangers of fishermen, and pollution in a loosing battle for decades, and in Malaysia they’ve faced a take-over of their beaches by tourists and egg-plunderers. Still, there’… Continue reading

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