Category: Digest

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Singers in the Dark: Conserving The Mysterious Whip-poor-will And Other Nightjars | ABC Webinar

This YouTube video was produced by the American Bird Conservancy.

There was a time when woods across central and southeastern North America were filled with the mysterious nighttime song of the Whip-poor-will. Often heard but not seen, this bird’s evocative call now evokes sadness and nostalgia for many, especially as its song slowly disappears across its range. The Whip-poor-will is a member of the nightjar family, birds known for their haunting songs and nocturnal habits. Like the Whip-poor-will, other nightjars like Chuck-will’s-widow and the Common Nighthawk are also declining due to habitat loss and pesticide use, among other human-caused threats. … Continue

#Vote4Wildlife with Andrew Bowman

This YouTube video was produced by Defenders Of Wildlife.

At Defenders Of Wildlife, we’re often asked: “What do politics have to do with saving wildlife?” The answer: everything.

Legislation like the Endangered Species Act gives us the best chance to protect wildlife and safeguard habitats, ensuring healthy ecosystems and helping to combat threats like the biodiversity and climate crisis. Protecting wildlife is not a partisan issue. Be sure you’re registered to vote and inform yourself about what’s at stake for wildlife. -Andrew Bowman, President & CEO

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Hello, I’m Andrew Bowman, President and CEO of Defenders Of Wildlife.… Continue

Grace Tests Her Turtle Feeding Skills | Australia Zoo Life

This YouTube video was produced by The Australia Zoo.

Robert catches up with Grace and Chandler at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital to meet some of the turtles currently in care.

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 awesome zoo crew and fabulous zoo celebrations. We’ll get you up close and personal with Australia Zoo Life!

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