Nepal: Tigern & leopard kill 6 Oct 28, 2009
Dolma Lama, 5, and Shristi Lama, 3, have been killed by the leopard in Kavre district, officials of the department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation said. Meanwhile, Nepalese authorities have captured alive a man eater tiger which had turned into a man-eater and killed four persons in a protected area of central Nepal. (India Times)
Sage-grouse Populations In US Intermountain West May Be Threatened By Energy Development, Study Predicts Oct 27, 2009
"A 7-19% impact to sage-grouse in their eastern range from just one of the host of issues causing their declines, highlights the need for scientifically credible conservation planning tools to balance natural resource development with wildlife conservation.". Sage-grouse populations are considered indicators of ecosystem health and have been closely monitored by state game and fish agencies over the past decade. (Science Daily)
Boca Raton grapples with exploding iguana population: 'They'll never get rid of them,' expert says Oct 27, 2009
The state has no personnel or money to get involved in iguana removal, according to Pat Behnke, spokeswoman for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. "We're certainly aware that iguanas are on the loose down there," Behnke said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Sustainability in Daily Life Oct 27, 2009
IMHO, T4PE ROX Anyone can join MySpace or Facebook, but teens who are passionate about the environment can get involved in Teens for Planet Earth (T4PE), a social networking site from the Wildlife Conservation Society. Post photos, add events and find projects. (Scientific American)
Wildlife center plans for a big future Oct 26, 2009
GARY LACKIE / Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The bears of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center are getting ready for winter ... The three bears reside at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center on a 160 acre spread several miles south of Girdwood, off the Seward Highway. (Anchorage Daily News)
Work on elk center continues with loss of key partner Oct 25, 2009
"We're on board as long as we need to be on board. We want this to support local business and help the rural economy of northcentral Pennsylvania, but we also want the center to convey the legacy of conservation in Pennsylvania. If we in Pennsylvania had never been proactive in land protection, or in wildlife conservation, where would we be today?". Looking for more from the Post-Gazette. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Wildlife Conservation Society to expand health surveillance through PREDICT Oct 24, 2009
The Wildlife Conservation Society will play a key role in a new international effort to monitor diseases that move between animals and people in order to prevent the next global pandemic ... "The Wildlife Conservation Society is proud to be part of this new effort to identify emerging disease threats before they become global pandemics," said Dr. Steven E. Sanderson, President and CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society ... The Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild places... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
UCD Aims To Prevent Global Pandemic Oct 24, 2009
UC Davis' primary Predict partners, which have formed a global consortium to implement the program around the world, are the Wildlife Conservation Society, Wildlife Trust, Global Viral Forecasting Inc. and Smithsonian Institution. "Predicting where new diseases may emerge from wild animals, and detecting viruses and other pathogens before they spread among people, give us the best chance to prevent new pandemics," said Jonna Mazet, the UC Davis scientist leading Predict, in a prepared statement. (KCRA 3, CA)
• Deer numbers down as season hits upswing Oct 24, 2009
Riley Woodford is a writer with the Division of Wildlife Conservation at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. He produces the Sounds Wild radio program and edits Alaska Fish and Wildlife News. (Juneau Empire)
Bear spray: It works Oct 22, 2009
Businesses, outfitters, local elected officials, and countless other stakeholders are striving for coexistence with bears in this critical geography for wildlife conservation. Big game hunters are in a position to encounter bears and we must do our part to act responsibly for grizzly bear recovery. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Somer Search Oct 21, 2009
At daylight Tuesday, a helicopter with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission joined the search efforts. The Clay County Sheriff's Office has utilized reverse 911 as well as the school system's automated phone message system to get information about Somer to as many households as possible as quickly as possible. (News4Jax.com, FL)
CSC introduces act for fishing and hunting Oct 21, 2009
The Act authorizes for 10 years the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council and the Sporting Conservation Council as policy advisors to the Administration on issues relevant to wildlife conservation and sportsmen's communities. . (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Last Chance To Save Rare Asian Animal From Extinction? Oct 20, 2009
Funding came from the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund, with additional support from the IUCN Lao PDR Country Office, BirdLife International in Indochina and Global Wildlife Conservation ... The Saola Working Group includes staff of the Forestry departments of Lao PDR and Vietnam, Vietnam's Institute of Ecology and Biological Resources and Vinh University, as well as biologists and conservationists from non-government organizations, such as the Wildlife Conservation Society and the World... (Science Daily)
Animals objectified in Art Oct 20, 2009
Zhao, whose fascination with animals and photography started from a young age, has also been involved in wildlife conservation projects that shape his understanding of Man's contemporary relationship with animals. "In 2007, I visited the tiger farms in China as part of my research. I was awarded a grant from my university to do a research on animal establishments. The photography project was not about saving tigers but rather, on our ironic relationship with tigers. I was shocked and excited... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Body of Edgewater boater found in Intracoastal Oct 18, 2009
The U.S. Coast Guard, Volusia County Sheriff's Air One helicopter and the state Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission assisted in the search. The Air One helicopter spotted the victim, who was pronounced dead. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Tougher Protections Sought for Polar Bear Oct 17, 2009
"Picking off animals in the most important population one by one is dangerous. It's time to end the hunt and trade there," said Andrew Wetzler, director for wildlife conservation at the Natural Resources Defense Council. Besides polar bears, the U.S. is also proposing trade restrictions for six shark species, more than 30 coral species and is backing a bid by Monaco to ban commercial trade for the Atlantic bluefin tuna. (CBS News)
Botswana: Primary Works to Start At Letsibogo Tourism Project Oct 17, 2009
" According to SPEDU, the potential for tourism and leisure development at Letsibogo Dam includes activities and facilities such as a sailing club, a day visitor centre and zone, wildlife conservation, a rest camp, a lodge, camping areas, boat links and barge trips. Local entrepreneurs could tap into opportunities such as operating refreshment or souvenir sales activities and guide services.Other tourism opportunities at Letsibogo involve adventure activities such as water skiing and... (allAfrica.com)
More raccoons, less habitat increase risk of rare attacks Oct 17, 2009
And last year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission decided to no longer allow trappers to relocate raccoons under any circumstances ... The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission allows landowners to take nuisance wildlife under certain conditions, with a permit. (Florida Today)
Swamp To Sandwich: Gators Sliced And Diced Oct 16, 2009
Last year, 22,447 alligators were killed there, said Stephen Stiegler, a biologist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. That includes animals taken during the public hunt, hunts on private lands and reptiles taken from the wild because they had become nuisances, a potential danger to people or their pets. (W-USA News, DC)
Sports Spasms Oct 16, 2009
I don t know who sent this report in, but it came on the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation s website Wednesday, so it must be legitimate. It states that the GSP fishery is recovering and that anglers are catching walleye and channel catfish. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Brown: Impasse in the pass Oct 15, 2009
The issue came to a head on July 27 when the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association filed a lawsuit in the Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit in Leon County against the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The suit claims that the FWC has failed to protect the tarpon fishery of Boca Grande Pass and seeks to force the agency to ban jigging in the pass. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
CFC kicks off 2009 campaign Oct 15, 2009
The CFC gives Sailors the chance to donate money to causes that may be close to their hearts, like cancer research, autism research, wildlife conservation, fine arts like dance and music, finding cures for childhood illnesses, or even helping to fund the dreams of Olympic hopefuls. "It doesn't matter how much you give," said Southeastern Connecticut CFC director Stephanie P. Brown. (The Dolphin, CT)
Long Feared Extinct, Rare Bird Rediscovered Oct 14, 2009
9, 2007) A team of biologists with the New York-based Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) have recorded for the first time the call of the extremely rare Sumatran ground cuckoo, found only on the island of. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Early crash kills male bear Oct 14, 2009
The bear was probably 2 or 3 years old, said Mike Orlando, assistant coordinator of bear management for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The accident occurred just north of State Road 40 near the Heart Island Conservation area. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Damming the Yangtze: Are a Few Big Hydropower Projects Better Than a Lot of Small Ones? Oct 14, 2009
And a planned dam, Xiaonanhai, that would be built in the middle of the last remaining untouched habitat of the Yangtze sturgeon, giant salamander and 66 other fish species of concern, says Yan Xie, China Program director for the Wildlife Conservation Society. In fact, the proposed dam borders the "core protected area" of the Upper Yangtze Native and Rare Fish Reserve an area set aside to mitigate some of the impacts of the construction of Three Gorges Dam. (Scientific American)
Africa's Mountain Gorillas Rebound, Says New Census Oct 14, 2009
"There are not many great success stories in conservation today this is tremendously gratifying," said Amy Vedder, former Virunga gorilla researcher and vice president of the Living Landscapes Program at the New York City-based Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). "It's outstanding that these countries have been able to provide protection on an interim basis during terrible times, and these numbers are a testament to their commitment.". (Yahoo News -- Pan-Africa)
Report: 5 foreign snake species threaten US Oct 14, 2009
Officials have tried to crack down on the invasive species; this summer, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced that the state would allow a few permitted snake experts to begin hunting, trapping and killing the nonnative pythons in an effort to eradicate them. Hunting the snakes is not allowed in Everglades National Park. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Port police get boost in funding Oct 13, 2009
Before forming the police department last year, port security consisted of contracts with agencies such as Brevard County Sheriff's Office, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and off-duty law enforcement, all overseen by the port's Department of Public Safety. As the various contracts expire and new officers are hired, funding will be switched to the new department. (Florida Today)
Biologists fight to save rare bison bloodlines Oct 12, 2009
Normally, from a wildlife conservation perspective, a larger habitat and gene pool are beneficial. But Roddy decided to wait, knowing genetic testing was planned for the Wind Cave herd. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
More than 20 years after Fossey film, Sigourney Weaver still committed to gorilla preservation Oct 12, 2009
The other organizations partnering with the gorilla fund in this project are the Pan African Sanctuary Alliance, Disney's Animal Kingdom, the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the national park authorities of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. . (FOX61, CT)
World will miss 2010 target to stem biodiversity loss, experts say Oct 12, 2009
Such deadly diseases impede wildlife conservation as pressure builds to eradicate reservoir populations and cause disruption to agriculture and trade, tourism and other key economies. "The single outbreak of SARS cost US $30-50 billion and a truly pandemic H5N1 avian flu outbreak would cost an estimated US$300-800 billion," says Dr. Daszak. (EurekAlert!)
Sargent: Catch of a lifetime Oct 11, 2009
Because of its gamefish status, it is illegal in Florida to kill a tarpon without a $50 tarpon tag issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Once brought to the docks by the dozens and hung like trophies for everyone to see, today's sportsmen take great care in releasing tarpon. (Florida Today)
After war, wildlife returns to Sudan Oct 11, 2009
A 2007 aerial survey by the New York-based Wildlife Conservation Society estimated that more than 1. 3 million kob, tiang antelope, and mongalla gazelle were once again running around Boma. (Boston Globe)
No place like home: Africa's big cats show postcode preference Oct 10, 2009
Scientists from the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and the Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI) carried out the largest survey of Tanzania's carnivores, using a novel approach making use of over 400 camera trap locations. The research reveals that many species, including the leopard, are particularly fussy about where they live, actively avoiding certain areas. (EurekAlert!)
Campaign to fight negative info on palm oil Oct 10, 2009
He said his ministry, through the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), initiated the Malaysian Palm Oil Wildlife Conservation Fund dedicated towards studies, efforts and initiatives in conserving wildlife and the environment. We have established that there is a highly viable population of orang utan in the wild, despite the palm oil industry, said Dompok, referring to a survey conducted in Sabah. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Protecting Humans And Animals From Diseases In Wildlife Oct 10, 2009
(July 6, 2005) According to a study by the New York-based Wildlife Conservation Society, controlling the movements of wildlife in markets is a cost-effective means of keeping potential deadly pandemics such as SARS. (Nov. (Science Daily)
Officials enforce boat safety rules Columbus Day weekend Oct 10, 2009
"It's a group of laws that we're going to be enforcing, but we want the boating community to help us," said Jorge Pino of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. "We can't do it by ourselves.". (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Fewer Hikers Means Less Support For Conservation, Study Says Oct 9, 2009
4, 2008) The Wildlife Conservation Society has called for protection of a recently discovered site in Nigeria where millions of migratory swallows (Hirundo rustica) gather to roost each night. Scientists say. (Science Daily)
One-tank trip: Lexington, N.C. Oct 9, 2009
There is also a section of the museum devoted to one of Childress other passions, wildlife conservation. www. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Questions Raised Over License Plate Funds Oct 9, 2009
In a letter to Gov. M. Jodi Rell, Blumenthal said the new budget automatically strips money from funds that benefit wildlife conservation and animal population control. He said he wants to know if money was also shifted from specialty license plates that raise money for eight other causes, including childhood cancer prevention and aid to military families. (FOX61, CT)
Derelict Boats Pile Up Costs for Taxpayers Oct 8, 2009
Lt. David Dipre, of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, said, "Derelict vessels are becoming more numerous. Experts say with the souring economy an increased number of boats are being set free and left to sink, Koeppen said. Owners are finding it easier, she said, to abandon ship than pay the high price of maintenance. Some are committing insurance fraud by cashing in on their policies, after sinking their own boats, Koeppen said. Dipre said, "Maybe they paid a little bit of... (CBS News -- US)
With help from biologists, residents find life 'bear-able' Oct 8, 2009
"You're never just not going to have bears," said Orlando, assistant coordinator for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's state bear program. The neighborhood, like many in Volusia and Flagler counties, borders a vast wooded area. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Ocoee to host 16th Annual Founders’ Day Festival this Friday and Saturday Oct 8, 2009
A Marketplace featuring arts and crafts vendors will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. that day, and a Family Fishing Event, in cooperation with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, is set for 10 a.m. The 12th Annual Classic Car Show, hosted by the Rotary Club of Ocoee, will again be part of the Ocoee Founders Day Festival on Oct. 9 and 10. The show will be held on West McKey Street in downtown Ocoee from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 10. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Goat owners warned about bear in UC Oct 8, 2009
Dirk Remensnyder, wildlife conservation officer, said the goats have been killed at several different locations. He also noted that more than one bear may be responsible. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
748-pound shark caught off Fort Lauderdale coast... Oct 7, 2009
For more information, visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Copyright 2009 by. (The Drudge Report)
Agency warns residents about attracting wildlife Oct 7, 2009
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials say they agreed to move the captured bear from DeBary Plantation because it has lost its fear of people, probably because it has been fed and found easy pickings in the community's garbage cans. After setting the trap Monday, wildlife commission biologist Mike Orlando toured the neighborhood looking for reasons why bears roam the manicured lawns rather than thousands of acres of adjoining woods. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Tireless campaigner Oct 6, 2009
Abraham was then asked to work on WWFs core area of wildlife conservation but he declined. Im not into cuddly animals. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sea cow makes appearance in New England Oct 6, 2009
Nicole Adimey, a biologist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Randy Runnels, an assistant marine mammal curator at SeaWorld Orlando; and Andy Garrett, a biologist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, also presented workshops in Texas, Louisiana and North Carolina. At each stop, the trio discussed how to work with federal officials when a manatee is sighted, how to rescue ailing manatees and how to examine a dead animal when necessary. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Pro & Con: Funding parks Oct 6, 2009
While I would prefer to see more of this land released for private ownership, I do believe that properly managed public lands can simultaneously contribute to wildlife conservation, outdoor recreation, energy independence and the advancement of science and technology. The problem is that we are not properly taking care of the federal land that the government already owns. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
NSSF heads fight for image rights Oct 6, 2009
"The National Shooting Sports Foundation and its over 4,500 member companies oppose animal cruelty, which is illegal in every state, and stress that hunting scenes are not representative of criminal behavior. Hunting is a legitimate, licensed activity, and responsible hunters respect the animals they pursue and utilize," said Steve Sanetti, president of NSSF. "Such images assist novices with basic hunting and field dressing techniques and provide education about wildlife conservation and safe... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Dead 50-foot whale towed from bay to Fla. shore Oct 5, 2009
The whale was reported to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission about 9 a.m., and deputies found it an hour later. Once the transport boat arrived, it was expected to take 3-4 hours to reach the shore. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
October outings Oct 5, 2009
Mike Orlando, a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission bear biologist, will discuss the biology and life habits of the Florida black bear and the problems they encounter and create. Oct. 16, 6:30 - 8:30 P.M.: Star tour of the night sky: Dr. Hugh Ward, an astronomy teacher at Seabreeze High School, will lead a celestial tour of the night sky above Wiregrass Prairie Preserve. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Florida)
Sierra Nevada Birds Move In Response To Warmer, Wetter Climate Oct 5, 2009
(June 7, 2009) Retaining a network of wildlife conservation areas is vital in helping to save up to 90 per cent of bird species in Africa affected by climate change, according to. (June 19, 2009) Climate change is altering North American winter bird communities in ways that models currently favored by ecologists fail to predict. (Science Daily)
Solar power for wildlife research Oct 5, 2009
As a volunteer for the Wildlife Conservation Network in Los Altos, he works with the researchers to figure out the equipment they'll need ... Several of those researchers are visiting the Bay Area this weekend for the Wildlife Conservation Network's annual expo, which was held Saturday at the Mission Bay Conference Center in San Francisco, followed by a fundraising party this afternoon at a private home in Los Altos Hills ... At a Wildlife Conservation Network expo years ago, he heard cheetah... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Loss Of Top Predators Causes Ecosystem Collapse Oct 4, 2009
No, according to a study by a Wildlife Conservation Society. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Bears prowl DeBary neighborhood Oct 3, 2009
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials suspected people were feeding the Rosedown bears, an illegal act that causes bears to lose their natural fear of people. But, no one had ever been ticketed -- until last Sunday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Brown: Say no to closures » Oct 2, 2009
Moreover, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) considers marine reserves as an overly restrictive tool only to be used if/when less restrictive management measures prove ineffective. So, back to the planning thing anglers who value their right to fish should send letters and/or emails to the offices of Florida Governor Charlie Crist, their local congressional representatives, the FWC and the NPS. A sample letter is available at. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
What Could 4 Degree Warming Mean For The World? Oct 2, 2009
Topics from over 50 other conference research papers included: food and water security, vulnerable populations, human health, migration, wild fires, sea level rise, wildlife conservation, and ecosystem services. Regional case studies will include Amazonia, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Ethiopia, Finland, Mauritius, Siberia, Vietnam, and the monsoon region. (Science Daily)
Law governs ousting of derelict vessels Oct 1, 2009
Paul Ouellette of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. "We feel they'll be very sensitive on infringing (on boaters' rights).". (Florida Today)
Womens Overnight Outdoor Workshop Set Sep 30, 2009
If this could be you, call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to participate in the Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop near Tallahassee. The three-day workshop takes place Oct. 9-11 at Camp Wallwood on the pristine banks of Lake Talquin on the Gadsden County side. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Hunting: An Extinction Threat To Middle East's Most Threatened Bird Sep 30, 2009
HH Prince Bandar Bin Saud the Secretary General of NCWCD (National Commission for Wildlife Conservation and Development) said: Upon hearing the news of Northern Bald Ibises in Saudi Arabia, NCWCD immediately reacted and dispatched a team to search for the birds. Local people reported to the commission that an ibis had been shot illegally by hunters. (Science Daily)
Perennial Energy Crops Could Be Good For Carbon Savings And For Wildlife Sep 30, 2009
Dr Angela Karp at Rothamsted Research led an interdisciplinary team from the universities of East Anglia and Exeter, the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust and the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, in a major research project to identify the effects of increasing the amount of land used to grow these new crops. Their calculations suggest that planting biomass crops to generate electricity does lead to net savings in greenhouse gases, compared with current emissions. (Science Daily)
The changing face of ranching Sep 30, 2009
Another big picture for Magagna is the fact that Wyoming residents have said they want to keep open spaces and wildlife conservation for their future. He contends ranching will be the key to giving the people what they want. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
African Python Threat Growing in Florida Sep 26, 2009
In South Florida's Everglades, where nonnative species of plants and animals are rampant, "it's business as usual" to find one invasive snake of any kind, said Scott Hardin, exotic species coordinator for the state Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. "The thing that's a little concerning to us is the fact that we've had three sightings (of rock pythons) since the end of May, two in August," Hardin said. (Fox News)
Skunks tests positive for rabies Sep 26, 2009
The skunk later tested positive for rabies (Somerset Daily American, PA)
