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Primates In Peril: 25 Species Face Extinction

October 30, 2012

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) Researchers revealed this week that twenty-five species of lemurs, monkeys and gorillas across Africa and Asia currently face extinction due to illegal hunting and deforestation. As these primates act as a vital part to our ecosystem, experts are calling on people across the globe to help protect these endangered species. Researchers remain hopeful though, as previous conservation efforts have lifted primates from the endangered species list altogether. Read on to learn more on why experts are confident that, with global help, these species can be fully restored. — Global Animal

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Research Chimps Retired, Not Exactly Free

October 12, 2012

(ANIMAL TESTING) LOUISIANA — The National Institute of Health (NIH) revealed last month that they will be retiring 110 chimpanzees from a Louisianan research center in an attempt to help end animal testing. While ten of the chimps will be moved to a nearby sanctuary, the other 100 will be moved to another research institute in Texas. There, they will be ineligible for testing or research, but will be permitted to take part in any behavioral studies. The lucky ten chimpanzees en route to the sanctuary Chimp Haven will no longer have to suffer through animal testing. Read on for more on this bittersweet news. — Global Animal

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Virunga National Park Loses Defense In Congo War

September 17, 2012

(NATIONAL PARKS) CONGO — Virunga National Park rangers have lost critical financial funding since the war in the Democratic Republic of Congo caused tourism to shut down. During this time of instability for the DRC, the protection rangers offer the park’s animals is dire for their survival. Continue reading and help prevent the exploitation of Virunga National Park animals by donating. — Global Animal

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Gorillas Outsmart Poacher’s Traps

July 26, 2012

(GORILLA) RWANDA — Gorillas in Rwanda have found a way to outsmart the poachers that threaten their existence. The apes were spotted working together to dismantle poacher’s snares. This shows incredible cognitive ability that even surpassed the expectations of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund staff. Read on for more on these incredible primates. — Global Animal 

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Captain Planet Creator Donates $1M To Gorilla Fund

March 13, 2012

(CELEBRITY NEWS) The creator of the animated Captain Planet series, Ted Turner, donated $1 million to the Dian Fossey International Gorilla Fund last week. The donation is the largest gift received by the animal organization. The self-proclaimed animal and nature conservationist, who also grazes 52,000 North American bison on his lands, is hoping that his new efforts will help create a better future for gorillas. Read more on Ted Turner’s view on nature and conservation. — Global Animal

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Should We Vaccinate Wild Apes?

February 16, 2012

(PRIMATES) Scientists are considering vaccinating apes due to an increase in disease outbreaks. Over the last twenty years, diseases transmitted by humans have killed approximately one-third of the world’s gorilla and chimpanzee populations. With slow reproduction rates, these outbreaks could decimate primate populations. Read on for the benefits and risks posed by vaccinating these wild animals. — Global Animal 

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Mountain Gorilla Killers Get Token Punishment

August 23, 2011

(ENDANGERED MOUNTAIN GORILLAS) UGANDA — Without direct evidence linking the killing of a mountain gorilla to three poachers, the men associated with the crime were fined only about 18 to 37 U.S. dollars. Animal advocates, including the Uganda Wildlife Authority, are outraged, especially since there are only about 780 mountain gorillas remaining in the wild.

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Jailed Baby Mountain Gorilla Rescued

August 15, 2011

(GORILLAS/ANIMAL RESCUE) AFRICA — A baby mountain gorilla named Ihirwe was rescued from a group of jailed poachers who held her captive in their Rwandan prison. Despite the harsh imprisonment, Ihirwe is in good health and is making great progress during her 30 day rehabilitation. She will be released back into the wild within a couple of weeks. Read on for more about this young gorilla’s will to survive. — Global Animal 

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