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Cincinnati Zoo’s Famous Sumatran Rhino, Emi, Dies

September 6, 2009 By 2 Comments
Sumatran rhinos, Emi and Harapan
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In a heartbreaking setback to Sumatran rhino conservation, the Cincinnati Zoo’s beloved Emi has died. Emi the Sumatran rhino (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) was the heart of the world’s only successful captive breeding program for the critically endangered species.

Bicycle Repairman Saves the Day Again

September 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
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In a land where everyone else is a Superman in a red cape, being a bicycle repairman is something special indeed. I remember this brilliant Monty Python skit from my childhood, and it seems just as funny today. “See how he uses a spanner to tighten that nut!” It not only makes me most enthusiastic [...]

16 Cool Facts About Vultures on International Vulture Awareness Day!

September 5, 2009 By 4 Comments
White-backed vulture, Africa
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Vultures! One of the environment’s most necessary – but often overlooked – creatures. Today is International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD09), and I’m participating in IVAD’s blog festival – “Blog for Vultures” – with a list of 16 cool facts about these amazing birds.

Bull Tormented and Tortured to Death During Annual Festival

September 5, 2009 By 10 Comments
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The Toro de la Vega festival is an annual event held each year in Tordesillas, Spain.  Like many festivals, crowds of people look forward to the event and line the streets.  But unlike many fests held around the world, this event is known for one particular tradition.

Photo Gallery of 10 Vulture Species — International Vulture Awareness Day!

September 4, 2009 By 1 Comment
Lappet-faced vulture (Torgos tracheliotos)
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In honor of International Vulture Awareness Day, here is a gallery of 10 vulture species to celebrate the unique beauty of these vital birds. Enjoy! Red-headed vulture (Sarcogyps calvus) Status: Critically Endangered. Population Trend: Decreasing. Range: Bangladesh; Cambodia; China; India; Lao People’s Democratic Republic; Myanmar; Nepal; Thailand; Viet Nam. Possibly extinct in Malaysia; occasional straggler [...]

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