(SEA TURTLES) CALIFORNIA – The National Marine Fisheries Service will designate a large protection zone off the Pacific coast of the U.S. for endangered leatherback sea turtles.
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Pet Turtles: Dangerous For You, Environment
(PETS/TURTLES) The idea of caring for a tiny pet turtle may seem appealing, but before you run out and get a turtle, consider the risks and difficulties that come with caring for the reptile. Read on to discover why the Humane Society, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the law recommend choosing a different pet. — Global Animal
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Pollution: Sea Turtle Dies After Swallowing 317 Pieces Of Plastic
(SEA TURTLES) AUSTRALIA – Plastic bags, lids and even lollipop sticks were among 317 pieces of plastic found in the digestive system of a green sea turtle. This tragic sea turtle death demonstrates the human impact on oceans. – Global Animal
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Raunchy Turtles Delay Air Travelers
JFK AIRPORT, NEW YORK (TURTLES) — Air travelers experienced delays as sea turtles blocked the airport runway. The sea turtles blocked the runway in order to continue their mating season. Such turtles annually mate and leave their eggs on the sandy runway.
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Could You Eat This Sweet, Endangered Face?
(WILDLIFE) GALLERY – Last week, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) released the 2011 edition of the Red List of Threatened Species. As with most reports of this nature, much of the news is grave (especially for one featured species whose decline may be partially attributed to human consumption). However, one species in this gallery illustrates that while mankind does sometimes destroy nature, our conservation efforts truly make a difference. Scroll down to discover the tragically beautiful animals which comprise some of our planet’s most endangered species. — Global Animal
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Dogs Save The World!
(DOGS) — From finding illegal polluters to identifying endangered animal poop, dogs often work to save the planet and even lead conservation efforts to protect mother earth, helping our ecosystem in ways that humans can’t. Dogs also are our best friends, aid military troops, and work in murder trials, and now Conservation Canines help save the world!
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Terrific, Tiny Turtles (GALLERY)
WILDLIFE (PHOTO GALLERY) – In certain turtle habitats around the world, such as the US Virgin Islands, turtle nesting season is coming to a close and the hatching will soon begin! Celebrate this year’s upcoming hatchlings by enjoying these baby turtle photos. — Global Animal
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Top 10 Travel Adventures For Animal Lovers
(VACATIONS WITH ANIMALS) From swimming with dolphins (we’re talking ocean expedition) to feeding lion cubs in South Africa, to caring for pandas in China, Global Animal uncovers ten utterly wild volunteer vacations for animal lovers. Check out these trips and let us know which travel adventures with animals you’d do in a heartbeat.
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