Wildlife

IFAW Sponsors Global Art Contest with CITES and UNDP In Celebration of World Wildlife Day 2019

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Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Foreign relations, Law, Government, Wildlife smuggling, World Wildlife Day, International Fund for Animal Welfare, Environment, Environmental treaties, Wildlife, CITES

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --IFAW, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, is hosting a 2019 global art contest in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in celebration of World Wildlife Day (WWD) 2019.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --IFAW, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, is hosting a 2019 global art contest in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in celebration of World Wildlife Day (WWD) 2019.
  • The UN World Wildlife Day is recognized annually on March 3rd to celebrate and raise awareness of the world's wild animals and plants.
  • The first day to submit entries is Wednesday, January 16th and participants can submit electronically through IFAW's website through January 31st.
  • World Wildlife Day was established in 2013 in the 68th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), marking the day of signature of the CITES.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Provides Grant To Track Bird Species Of Greatest Concern In Mid-Atlantic Region

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Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Environment of the United States, Biota, Conservation in the United States, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Bird migration, Bird ringing, GPS wildlife tracking, Wildlife

Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to dramatically expand a new migration tracking system across a five-state area.

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  • Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to dramatically expand a new migration tracking system across a five-state area.
  • The receiver array will be part of the rapidly expanding Motus Wildlife Tracking System (motus.org) which includes more than 500 stations worldwide.
  • "The agency is indebted to partner organizations, such as the Willistown Conservation Trust and the Ned Smith Center, for their commitment to wildlife.
  • The Trust's Bird Conservation team has operated the Rushton Woods Bird Banding Station since 2007, and has been a lead partner in the Northeast Motus Collaboration to save migrating bird species since its inception in 2016."

Undercover investigation: Shocking new evidence finds wild jaguars cruelly poached to fuel traditional Asian medicine trade

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Saturday, September 29, 2018
Biota, Environmental crime, Wildlife smuggling, Apex predators, Wildlife, Poaching, Jaguar, Cat, Wildlife trade

The majestic big cats known for their elaborate markings, are being poached and processed to be exported to China.

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  • The majestic big cats known for their elaborate markings, are being poached and processed to be exported to China.
  • Nicholas Bruschi, Investigations Advisor at World Animal Protection, said:
    "This investigation has uncovered a shocking underground trade exploiting an iconic animal of the South American rainforests for unproven traditional Asian medicine.
  • And, while jaguar cubs might seem very cute, they are still wild animals and belong in the wild, not in the illegal pet trade."
  • Jaguar poaching for traditional Asian medicine is something that has, to date, been relatively under the radar.

THIRTEEN's Nature Brings the Natural World to Life in New Season Wednesdays at 8 p.m. beginning October 24 on PBS (check local listings)

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Monday, September 17, 2018
Television in the United States, Television, Broadcasting, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, PBS, WNET, Wildlife

Visiting destinations across the world, Nature provides an awe-inspiring look into the lives of a diverse group of wildlife.

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  • Visiting destinations across the world, Nature provides an awe-inspiring look into the lives of a diverse group of wildlife.
  • Nature will culminate its season in May 2019 with its first live television event, Spring Live (w.t.
  • These cubs are rarely seen in their natural habitat, and this is a unique glimpse into their world.
  • WNET produces and presents such acclaimed PBS series as Nature , Great Performances , American Masters , PBS NewsHour Weekend and a range of documentaries, children's programs, and local news and cultural offerings.

Government of Canada protects new marine area off Vancouver Island

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Thursday, September 13, 2018
Fisheries law, Fisheries science, Marine conservation, Marine protected area, Oceanography, Protected area, Wildlife, Vancouver, Physical geography, Conservation

VANCOUVER, Sept.13, 2018 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to significantly increasing the amount of nature conserved in Canada.

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  • VANCOUVER, Sept.13, 2018 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to significantly increasing the amount of nature conserved in Canada.
  • The Minister stood with local stakeholders to announce the creation of the Scott Islands Marine National Wildlife Area, on Canada's Pacific coast.
  • The new 11546km2 marine protected area is located off the northwestern tip of Vancouver Island, and it is habitat for the islands' seabirds, species at risk, and other wildlife.
  • The Government will also provide funding for the management of the Marine National Wildlife Area through Canada's Nature Legacy Fund.

Wounded Warriors Get Up-Close With Big Cats at Catty Shack

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Monday, September 3, 2018
Biota, Cats, Wounded Warrior Project, Animal law, Pets, Wildlife, Big cat, Exotic pet, WWP

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Warriors and their families visited the big cat residents of the Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary during a Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) outing.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Warriors and their families visited the big cat residents of the Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary during a Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) outing.
  • "My wife and I attended last year's event at Catty Shack Ranch," said Navy veteran Jeff Gibbons.
  • "The big cats were so beautiful that we just had to put our names in the hat to go again this year.
  • Catty Shack is a unique park that gives exotic pets a place to call home after their owners are unable to care for them.

The National Wildlife Federation Invites Americans of All Ages to Transform Their Outdoor Spaces into a Wildlife Haven with Garden for Wildlife™ Tips and Resources!

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Tuesday, May 15, 2018
National Wildlife Federation, Reston, Virginia, National Wildlife, Wildlife, Garden, Natural environment, Nature

The initiative reconnects our neighborhoods, towns, and cities to our nation's amazing wild spaces by encouraging Americans toplantnative plants.

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  • The initiative reconnects our neighborhoods, towns, and cities to our nation's amazing wild spaces by encouraging Americans toplantnative plants.
  • Here are several easy and impactful ways to participate and start helping your local wildlife:
    Create a Habitat for Your Local Wildlife.
  • Use NWF's "Plant Finder " to get a list of the plants native to your area that support wildlife.
  • Certify Your Garden: Celebrate by certifying your garden with the National Wildlife Federation and proudly display a sign!