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Wildlife Conservation
 Websites presented in alphabetical order The Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums 
 This "international association of marine life parks, aquariums, zoos, research facilities, and professional organizations" is "dedicated to the highest standards of care for marine mammals and to their conservation in the wild through public education, scientific study, and wildlife presentations." The site includes a list of members, articles, a brief guide to responsible wildlife watching, video clips, highlights of conservation research of affiliated members, and related links. http://www.ammpa.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Mammals Last updated May 18, 2005 Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
This refuge in Alaska "was established to preserve unique wildlife, wilderness and recreational values; to conserve caribou herds, polar bears ... [and many other species]; to fulfill international treaty obligations," and related purposes. The site features fast facts, maps, background about wildlife (mammals, birds, and fish) and wild lands, and a timeline. Also includes documents related to oil and gas exploration and conservation plans. From the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. http://arctic.fws.gov Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Jan 16, 2007 Arctic Wildlife Refuge
Background on this national wildlife area in Alaska, portions of which have been considered for drilling of oil and gas reserves. Includes fast facts, a map, a video clip, and material about wildlife (polar bear, musk ox, caribou, spectacled eider, and arctic wolf). From the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC), which opposes drilling in the refuge. http://www.savebiogems.org/arctic/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Oil & Gas, Regions of the World Last updated May 31, 2006 The Asian Elephant Art and Conservation Project
Known for their humorous explorations of public tastes in art, Russians Vitaly Komar and Aleksander Melamid founded the Asian Elephant Art and Conservation Project . The book When Elephants Paint describes their promotion of art created by elephants to raise funds for elephant conservation. The site provides photographs of the elephant artists and their work. http://www.elephantart.com/ Topics: Animals, Artists, Environment, Mammals Last updated Sep 3, 2002 Audubon
The National Audubon Society Web site is an excellent North American bird conservation resource, providing state-by-state information on bird species that are threatened, endangered, or of special concern. There are Christmas Bird Count reports, conservation and political action programs, a directory of local chapters, a brief biography of John James Audubon, and classroom activities and other materials for children. There are related links and topics in each section. http://www.audubon.org/ Topics: Animals, Birds, Christmas, Environment, Hobbies, Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Jun 15, 2005 Audubon Canyon Ranch
This site offers profiles of three West Marin wildlife preserves (Bolinas Lagoon Preserve, Bouverie Preserve, and Cypress Grove Research Center) which comprise the Audubon Canyon Ranch (ACR). Directions and visitor FAQ are provided for Bolinas Lagoon and Bouverie preserves. Also features information about ACR's environmental education programs for children and adults, a brief overview of its avian conservation and wetland ecology research programs, and archived newsletters. http://www.egret.org/ Topics: Animals, California Regions, California: Animals, California: Environment & Energy, Environment Last updated May 19, 2005 Australian Koala Foundation (AKF)
This is the private organization "whose prime focus and aim is the long-term conservation and effective management of the wild Koala in Australia." The site features facts about koalas (habitat, diet, life cycle, koala sounds, and more), images, and information about AKF projects. Also includes information for children. Available in several languages. https://www.savethekoala.com/ Topics: Animals, Discover New Trails at LII, Environment, Mammals, Regions of the World Last updated Jun 7, 2006 BirdLife International
This group "is a global alliance of conservation organisations working together for the world's birds and people." The site provides news, information, and data about bird species and important bird areas throughout the world, case studies, and reports such as "State of the World's Birds," which examines what birds can tell us about the state of biodiversity." http://www.birdlife.org/ Topics: Animals, Birds, Environment Last updated Jul 30, 2005 Blue Iguana Recovery Program
Information from this organization that is trying to maintain the blue iguana population in the Cayman Islands. The blue iguana is "Grand Cayman's largest native land animal. [It is] a giant, dragon-like blue lizard which grows to over 5 feet long, and over 25 lbs weight." The site features photos and video clips, information about the iguana's life cycle, a comparison of blue and green iguanas, a description of conservation programs, and related information. http://www.blueiguana.ky/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife Last updated Jun 1, 2005 Boone and Crockett Club
Founded by Theodore Roosevelt, this organization aims "to promote the guardianship and provident management of big game ... and maintain the highest standards of fair chase and sportsmanship in all aspects of big game hunting." The site features information about the club's trophy animal measurement and scoring system, including a FAQ, diagrams, and world records. Also includes photos, news, and sections on hunting ethics, education, and conservation. http://www.boone-crockett.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Ethics, Mammals, Outdoor Recreation, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Presidents by Name Last updated Oct 13, 2003 Brooklyn Botanic Garden: BBG's Online Library of Gardening Information
This site features "gardening articles and growing tips" selected from Brooklyn Botanic Garden horticultural newsletters, handbooks, and guides. Topics include gardening techniques, garden design, wildlife gardening, wildflowers, kitchen gardening (vegetables, fruits, herbs, recipes), houseplants, urban gardening, botany, ecology, plant conservation, and pests and diseases. http://www.bbg.org/gar2/topics/ Topics: Animals, Crops, Environment, Gardening Last updated May 18, 2005 California Wild Heritage Campaign (CWHC)
This coalition's goal is "to preserve California's unprotected wilderness...for future generations to enjoy." Their site includes a Take Action Center , a calendar of upcoming excursions through California's wild places, information on visiting specific places, news updates and press releases on the campaign, and links to numerous member organizations. The site also features background information on the definition of "wilderness" and the wilderness needs of many of California's wild animals, including mountain lions and salmon. http://www.californiawild.org/ Topics: Animals, California: Animals, Environment, Mammals Last updated Sep 18, 2002 Channel Islands National Park Wildlife: Island Fox
"Here you can learn about the behavior and habits of the island fox, the diminutive and increasingly rare native of ... [California's] Channel Islands." Includes sections on natural history, population decline of the island fox and links to websites of conservation groups working to save the fox from extinction. From the National Park Service. http://www.nps.gov/archive/chis/rm/IslandFox/ Topics: Animals, California: Animals, Environment Last updated Nov 10, 2006 CITES: Convention on International Trade in Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
Gateway to an "international agreement between Governments. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival." The site provides the treaty and related documents, list of member countries, description of programs, categorized lists of species, export quotas, a photo gallery, lexicons, and more. Some databases require registration (free). Some material available in several languages. Searchable. http://www.cites.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, International Governments, International Law, Treaties, & Agreements, International Trade, Law, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Plants Last updated Apr 2, 2006 DUCKDATA: A Bibliographic Database of North American Waterfowl (Anatidae) and Their Wetland Habitats
"A comprehensive bibliography of published literature on the ecology, conservation, and management of North American waterfowl and their wetland habitats." Search by author, title, source, or keyword. Maintained by the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/rwp/database_descriptions.htm#DUCKDATA Topics: Animals, Birds, Environment Last updated Aug 22, 2007 Ecovolunteer
Ecovolunteer is a program that unites volunteers with wildlife conservation projects worldwide. The Web site describes available opportunities and gives contact information. It can be browsed by location, time of year, and species. A good resource for the ecology-minded traveler looking for a vacation adventure. http://www.ecovolunteer.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Travel Last updated May 17, 2004 Forever Wild?
This documentary series segment from 2002 looks at the future of wild places, reporting on prairie ecosystems, the Biosphere 2 climate research center, and a simulated rainforest in a geodesic dome. Includes educator resources and features on endangered species, bison, conservationist Peter Raven, and climate change. From the Scientific American Frontiers, hosted by Alan Alda on PBS. http://www.pbs.org/saf/1304/ Topics: Environment Last updated Jun 20, 2007 Global Amphibian Assessment
"The Global Amphibian Assessment (GAA) is the first-ever comprehensive assessment of the conservation status of the world's 5,743 known species of frogs, toads, salamanders, and caecilians." The site presents key findings and provides a searchable database that includes "IUCN Red List threat category, range map, ecology information, and other data for every amphibian species." Includes links to related sites. Searchable. From the IUCN (World Conservation Union), Conservation International, and NatureServe. http://www.globalamphibians.org Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Nov 3, 2004 Golden Gate Audubon Society
"The mission of the National Audubon Society is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity." This directory to the resources of the San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the organization includes a schedule of birding classes and field trips in Northern California, bird sighting reports, program information, and downloadable copies of the society's newsletter. Searchable. http://www.goldengateaudubon.org/ Topics: Animals, Biology, Birds, California: Animals, California: Environment & Energy, California: Recreation, Education, Environment, Hobbies, Outdoor Recreation, San Francisco Bay Area: Oakland, San Jose, more ..., Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Mar 29, 2005 Grizzly Bear Ecosystems Project
This project "is working to protect and restore wild grizzly populations and their habitat in the lower 48 United States and Canada." Includes information on human-bear interactions, where bears roam free, and current threats. Also features the Grizzly Times newsletter, and a slide show. Provides membership information for joining the Grizzly Guardians . From the Sierra Club Grizzly Bear Project, Bozeman, Montana. http://www.sierraclub.org/grizzly/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Mammals, Washington State: Animals Last updated May 4, 2003 Hinterland Who's Who
"This is where you'll find in-depth descriptions of wildlife, discussions on issues, actions that you can take to help wildlife, and educational materials that teachers and group leaders can use." Also provides a searchable library of sound and video clips and information on endangered animals and habitats in Canada. Also available in French. From the Canadian Wildlife Service. http://www.hww.ca/ Topics: Animals, Biology, Environment, Science, Science Last updated Oct 11, 2005 The International Association for Bear Research and Management (IBA)
This group is a nonprofit "volunteer organization dedicated to the conservation of all species of bears." The site features descriptions of eight species of bears, the transcript of a bear safety video, selected IBA newsletters, documents related to bear conservation, and information about IBA conferences and publications. http://www.bearbiology.com Topics: Animals, Environment, Mammals Last updated Nov 3, 2004 International Rhino Foundation (IRF)
This group "is a non-profit organization dedicated to the worldwide conservation of the five living species of rhinoceros: Black, White, Indian, Javan and Sumatran." The site features images and information about these five species, information about IRF programs in Africa and Asia, and educational resources and games. Also includes information about extinct rhinos, including the woolly rhino. http://www.rhinos-irf.org Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Apr 12, 2005 International Species Information System (ISIS): Finding Animals Using Species Holdings
Find the holdings of hundreds of zoos, aquariums, and other institutions for many wild animal species held in captivity. Each entry provides the institution's address as well as the animal's natural geographic range, the number of resident males and females, and the number of births. Browsable by common name or taxonomic (Latin) name. ISIS is an international nonprofit organization supporting species conservation and preservation. Note: Site is slow to load. https://app.isis.org/abstracts/abs.asp Topics: Animals, Environment, Social Science Last updated Mar 30, 2006 Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation
"The Jane Goodall Institute advances the power of individuals to take informed and compassionate action to improve the environment of all living things." The site contains a biography of the primatologist, including information on her work with chimpanzees in Tanzania's Gombe National Park. Also provides an overview of the biology, psychology, and conservation of chimpanzees. http://www.janegoodall.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Mammals, Notable People Last updated Apr 30, 2008 Kids' Planet
This site for children features fact sheets on over 50 endangered species, as well as classroom resources (on wolves, sea otters, and Florida black bears), games, and environment protection activities for children. From the Defenders of Wildlife, a wildlife conservation organization. http://www.kidsplanet.org/ Topics: Animals, Education, Environment Last updated Mar 8, 2004 Koalas Overrunning Australia Island "Ark"
This 2002 article describes a government program to control the population of koalas living on "Kangaroo Island, a rugged eco-tourism paradise 30 minutes by air southwest of Adelaide." Includes information about the sterilization and transportation programs, and responses to these programs by conservation organizations and the media. From the National Geographic Society. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2002/05/0510_020510_TVkoala.html Topics: Animals, Discover New Trails at LII, Environment, Mammals, Regions of the World Last updated Feb 21, 2005 Longline Fishing Threatens Seabirds and Other Marine Life
Explains the dangers of longline fishing, "a technique used to catch fish in open waters, including those who live near the sea floor" that includes a main line "with secondary lines branching off it, each set with hundreds or thousands of barbed, baited hooks." Discusses threats to turtles and sea birds (such as the albatross) as well as campaigns to stop illegal longline fishing. Includes related links. From the Humane Society of the United States. http://www.hsus.org/wildlife/issues_facing_wildlife/longline_fishing_threatens_seabirds_and_other_marine_life.html Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Biology, Environment, Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Dec 11, 2007 Madagascar Wildlife Conservation
This site's goal is "to preserve biodiversity in key areas by promoting a long-term conservation process that integrates development, environmental education and research." The site includes a list of conservation and humanitarian organizations working in Madagascar, news summaries and links, and links to related sites. Also includes information about a case study of Andreba, Madagascar. http://www.mwc-info.net/en/ Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated May 8, 2007 Mammal Fact Sheets: Woodchuck
Provides information about the "woodchuck Marmota monax — sometimes called groundhog — [which] is a rodent and belongs to the large group of mammals Rodentia, which includes squirrels, prairie dogs, and chipmunks." Includes images of woodchuck tracks and burrows, conservation recommendations, and a bibliography. Also available in French. From the Canadian Wildlife Service and Canadian Wildlife Federation. http://www.hww.ca/hww2.asp?pid=1&id=109&cid=8 Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Jan 12, 2005 The Marine Mammal Center
This Northern California nonprofit organization works through rescue, research, and education programs to "recognize human interdependence with marine mammals [and] foster their survival and the conservation of their habitat." Includes news, a FAQ, related links, educational resources, and a guide, What to do if you find a stranded marine mammal. Searchable. http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/ Topics: Animals, California: Animals, Environment, Mammals Last updated Apr 6, 2005 Melissa Kaplan's Herp Care Collection
A site "to help herp keepers and others learn about the captive care requirements of many types of reptiles and amphibians, as well as learn about their biology, health, behavior, conservation, and other matters relating to herps and the world we all live in." Includes over 1,000 articles about feeding, the pet trade, captivity and behavior, classroom pet needs, prey, and other matters. From an amateur herpetologist with wildlife rehabilitation and animal behavior experience. http://www.anapsid.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Dec 6, 2004 Methow Conservancy
The mission of this nonprofit land trust is to preserve "the sparkling waters, clean air, spectacular views, trails, wildlife, diverse vegetation, rural lifestyle, sense of open space, access to the Cascades, and outdoor recreational activities" of northern Washington's Methow Valley in Okanogan County. Site includes an easement map, newsletter, and a collection of links sustainable building and natural resources links ( Electronic Library ) as well as information on conservation, education, and events. http://www.methowconservancy.org/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Discover New Trails at LII, Environment, Washington State: Animals, Washington State: Environment, Washington State: Recreation, Washington State: Regions Last updated Apr 23, 2003 Mongolian Culture
Basic information, scholarly papers, and many links to sites about Mongolia's history and culture. Subjects include travel, wildlife and environmental conservation, Genghis Khan, the role of horses in Mongolian culture, music, art, storytelling, sports, traditional clothing, Mongolian film and portrayals of Mongolians in movies, and food. From the Indo-Mongolian Society. http://www.Mongolianculture.com Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Sep 8, 2004 National Federation of Badger Groups (NFBG)
This British organization "promotes the conservation, welfare and protection of badgers, their setts [burrows] and habitats." A main issue addressed by this group is that "badgers are still being slaughtered by the Government in the vain hope that this will eliminate" bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in cattle. The site features information about badger protection, tips for viewing badgers, and links to related information. Searchable. http://www.badger.org.uk Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Mar 2, 2005 National Parks and Conservation Association
Information about United States national parks, including wildlife, ecology, threats to the parks, and various conservation and preservation actions to protect the parks. From an organization dedicated to safeguarding "the scenic beauty, wildlife, and historical and cultural treasures of the largest and most diverse park system in the world." http://www.npca.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, National Parks & Forests Last updated Jan 10, 2003 National Wildlife Federation
This organization's Web site for conservation information and activities for adults and children makes the connection between learning about wildlife and wild places and taking action to save what's left. Covers endangered habitats and animals, land stewardship, water quality, and wetlands. Of special note is their Got Wildlife? section where you can learn how to attract wildlife to your backyard. http://www.nwf.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment Last updated Mar 27, 2002 Natural Resources Defense Council: Whales & Marine Animals
This site discusses the activities of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) to protect whales and other marine animals. Includes research and policy statements on the Marine Mammal Protection Act, conservation efforts, and the impact of undersea noise pollution and sonar systems on whales. http://www.nrdc.org/wildlife/marine/brief.asp Topics: Animals, Biology, Environment, Law by Subject, Mammals Last updated Jun 20, 2007 Nature Conservancy Canada (NCC)
"NCC is Canada's only national charity dedicated to preserving ecologically significant areas through outright purchase, donations and conservation easements." The site features images and descriptions of projects throughout Canada, a newsletter, information about conservation science, and a glossary. In English and French. http://www.natureconservancy.ca/ Topics: Environment Last updated Jun 20, 2007 A New Species of Monkey Is Discovered in Tanzania: The First in Africa for More Than 20 Years
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