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Many New Species In Amazon, But Discovery Is A Threat

July 2, 2012

(ANIMAL DISCOVERY) PERU – While the Peruvian Amazon yields a new bird every year and a new mammal every four, this good news is tempered by the fact that these species are not discovered by expeditions, but by workers who are digging exploration sites for oil, mining or lumber companies. Their discovery is a result of habitat destruction. So the question arises, will they be around long enough for us to get to know them? Again and again we see the unbreakable connection between an animal’s survival and the world they inhabit. We must protect both. – Global Animal

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The first physical proof that animals existed 585 million years ago. Photo Courtesy: Ernesto Pecoits and Natalie Aubet

World’s Oldest Animal?

July 1, 2012

(ANIMAL DISCOVERY) The date of animal emergence on Earth may change due to recent findings published in Science. Researchers found a fossilized track in Uruguay created by an archaic, slug-like creature. Through an extensive dating process, analysts concluded this primitive animal and his track date back 30 million years prior to current estimates. Learn more about this new discovery and what implications it may have. — Global Animal

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A Mama Goat Never Forgets

June 29, 2012

(ANIMAL SCIENCE) Many mammal moms recognize their babies’ cries during the post-birth and nursing periods, but it can be difficult to observe whether those bonds last over time. However, according to new research, mother goats are able to recognize their babies’ bleats at least a year after separation. Read on to learn more about this study and how the results demonstrate strong family ties throughout the entire animal kingdom. — Global Animal

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Explanation For Extraordinary Cheetah Speed

June 23, 2012

(WILDLIFE DISCOVERY) A new study recently published reveals why cheetahs are capable of traveling at top speeds. Researchers observed the running behavior and mechanisms of captive cheetahs and retired racing greyhounds. The results show that cheetahs are capable of changing gears by increasing the frequency of their strides at higher speeds. Read more to find out about this fascinating discovery! — Global Animal.

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Ivory horns are smuggled out of West and Central Africa for markets in Asia and Europe. Photo credit: thezimbabwean.co.uk

Discovery Channel Airs New Special (VIDEO)

June 22, 2012

(WILDLIFE TV) The Discovery Channel will air a new special titled Ivory Wars that investigates the inner workings of ivory sales in Africa. The illegal poaching of elephants that fuels the odious international ivory trade is still a problem that is far from being solved. In a press release, the Group President of Discovery and TLC Networks Eileen O’Neill said, “with the African elephant killings continuing at an alarming rate, it’s time to once again bring this issue to the forefront and educate viewers about the plight of these magnificent animals.” Read more about the program and tune in on Saturday. — Global Animal

 

 

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Extinct Toad Back From The Dead

June 20, 2012

(ANIMAL DISCOVERY) SRI LANKA — A toad that was thought to be extinct is making a sudden comeback. The Kandyan Dwarf toad has not been spotted since 1872 and was listed as extinct by the IUCN. Recently scientists rediscovered the toad at the Peak Wilderness Sanctuary in Sri Lanka. Unfortunately it appears to still be close to extinction. Read on to find out about the toad’s surprise appearance.—Global Animal

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Iowa Family Finds Mammoth Skeleton In Yard

June 15, 2012

(WOOLY MAMMOTH) IOWA — When an Iowa family dug up a really big bone in their backyard two years ago, they had no idea what they were in for. The bone ended up being part of a full wooly mammoth skeleton that now belongs to the family. They are still unsure of what they will do with the skeleton, speculating that they may keep it in the house with them. Here’s to hoping they have a change of heart and give it to a museum. Read on for more. — Global Animal 

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World’s Largest Spider And Other Quirky Animal Finds

June 9, 2012

(ANIMAL DISCOVERY) Scientists working with Conservation International have released a list of their 20 favorite finds from the 1,300 new species discovered in the past 20 years. Among them you can find the cuddly looking goliath bird-eating spider, the satanic leaf-tailed gecko, and the tube-nosed fruit bat. Read on to find out more about these fascinating animals and see the amazing pictures. — Global Animal

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