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Bad News: Trump Nominates Burgum

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This YouTube video was produced by Defenders Of Wildlife.

The election only just happened and we already have bad news already coming from Washington, D.C.

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Bad news coming out of Washington, DC. President-elect Trump announced his intentions to nominate North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum to lead the Department of Interior. This terrible decision will give authority of the nation’s public lands, wildlife and natural resources to a champion of oil and gas drilling.

After the President, the Secretary of the Interior has more power than anyone else in government over the nation’s public lands and natural resources. These … Continue

Grace Helps Her Turtle Friend Return To The Wild | Australia Zoo Life

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This YouTube video was produced by The Australia Zoo.

After spending time in care at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital (and getting lots of yummy squid from Grace) it is time for Aurora to head back to the wild. Bindi shares how special it is to have Grace join for this emotional, but important part of the journey in caring for wildlife.

Here at Australia Zoo we are home to over 1200 beautiful animals and 400 staff. Join us as we give you a behind the scenes look at all the action. From new additions to animal highlights, our

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The Fascinating World Of Carnivora: Nature’s Predators

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Introduction

Red Fox(Vulpes vulpes)

Carnivora, a diverse and dynamic order of mammals, encompasses some of the most iconic and formidable predators on the planet. Known primarily for their carnivorous(meat only) diet, members of this order have evolved unique adaptations that allow them to hunt, scavenge, and thrive in an array of environments. From the majestic Lion(Panthera leo) stalking the savanna to the stealthy Snow Leopard(Panthera uncia) ascending mountainous terrains, Carnivora is a testament to nature’s ingenuity and the interconnected tapestry of ecosystems.

Understanding Carnivora

Polar Bear(Ursus maritimus)

The order Carnivora is broadly classified into two main suborders: Feliformia … Continue

Federal Lands: National Wildlife Refuge System

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This YouTube video was produced by Defenders Of Wildlife.

What is a refuge?

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The Red Wolf, California Condor, and Florida Panther are among the hundreds of imperiled species that rely on the National Wildlife Refuge System. There are over 570 refuges, with at least one in every state and territory.

The forests, wetlands, prairies, deserts, and marine depths of the Refuge System are managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service…and devoted to wildlife conservation. But refuges are threatened by special interests and development, mismanagement, and inadequate funding needed to save species on the edge of extinction.

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Federal Lands: National Forests And Grasslands

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This YouTube video was produced by Defenders Of Wildlife.

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The U.S. Forest Service manages 154 national forests, 20 national grasslands, and 1 national prairie that offer stunning views and diverse wildlife habitats.

From eastern forests with brilliant fall foliage to old-growth forests in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest to rolling prairies, these are just a sampling of the diverse habitats in the National Forest System.

Over 450 threatened and endangered species exist on these lands, including the Canada Lynx who slinks silently through dense forests, the Marbled Murrelet flying back and forth from giant trees to the Pacific … Continue