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Meet an Unusual Environmental Steward: The Crayfish
Also known as crawfish or crawdads, crayfish are crustaceans related to lobsters that play a significant role in the environment.

Published by Sarah V. (798 pts ) on Feb 10, 2009 to
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In the Pink: The Life of a Wild Caribbean Flamingo
Learn about the beautiful, unmistakable Caribbean flamingo.

Published by Sarah V. (798 pts ) on Jan 12, 2009 to
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Fox Hunting in Alaska
Fox hunting, banned in many countries across the globe, is thriving in Alaska. Find out about the debate over this controversial issue.

Published by Matt Schelke (1,085 pts ) on Dec 23, 2008 to
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Using Cell Phones to Help Koalas
Cell phones are not just for talking to friends. In one study in Australia, researchers are using mobile phones to decipher koala vocalizations and help in koala conservation.

Published by Sarah V. (798 pts ) on Dec 23, 2008 to
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Using SIM Card Technology to Help Save Threatened Elephants
It sounds crazy, but it's true. According to a CBS.com report, Kenya is using the SIM card technology to help conservationist to stop endangered elephants from leaving their habitats and causing damage to homes and other nearby structures.

Published by Lucinda Watrous (18,065 pts ) on Oct 23, 2008 to
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Saving the Rain Forest & Fighting Global Warming
Though it would seem natural to correlate the lack of forestry with the rise in global temperature--there is now solid proof that the preservation of our forests will help to slow down and may even stop global warming. Read on to find out more.

Published by Lucinda Watrous (18,065 pts ) on Oct 23, 2008 to
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What are Biological Hot Spots?
In an effort to save what is left of the Earth’s biodiversity, conservation biologists have identified biodiversity hot spots, or areas that are especially rich in plant and animal species that are found no where else on the planet.

Published by JenniferB (4,360 pts ) on Oct 21, 2008 to
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It’s Not Looking Good for Loggerheads: Increased Mortality Among Endangered Turtles
Conservation efforts to save loggerhead turtles aren't working as researchers are recording record mortality rates along beaches in Baja. Discover more about the loggerhead turtle and what's being done to save them.

Published by JenniferB (4,360 pts ) on Oct 20, 2008 to
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