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Animal rights video shows turkey abuse in W.Va. (AP)

AP - A video released by an animal rights group on Tuesday claims to show horrific abuse of turkeys at West Virginia farms operated by major global poultry grower Aviagen Inc.

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Malaysian mosques to give turtle conservation sermon (AFP)

A hawksbill turtle creates ripples in the water as it comes up for air in a holding tank at the Turtle and Marine Ecosystem Centre in Rantau Abang in eastern Terengganu state, in 2007. Mosques in Malaysia's Terengganu state, which was once a major turtle breeding ground, will give an unusual sermon on protecting the endangered animals this Friday, conservationists said.(AFP/File/Tengku Bahar)AFP - Mosques in Malaysia's Terengganu state, which was once a major turtle breeding ground, will give an unusual sermon on protecting the endangered animals this Friday, conservationists said.


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Greenpeace: Japanese whalers leave for annual hunt (AP)

In this photo released by the environmental group Greenpeace Japan, Greenpeace members hold up a banner reading; '1.2 billion yen (US$12.4 million) of tax money for whaling?' in Kamijima as Japanese whaling mother vessel Nisshin Maru departs from its home port of Innoshima Monday, Nov. 17, 2008. Greenpeace said Japanese whaling ships left the southwestern Japanese port Monday en route to this season's hunt in the Antarctic Ocean. (AP Photo/Yuzuru Oshihara, Greenpeace Japan)AP - The mother ship in Japan's whaling fleet left Monday for the country's annual hunt in the Antarctic, the environmental group Greenpeace said, as anti-whaling activists vowed to disrupt the expedition once again after high-seas clashes forced an early halt last year.


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Poor safety training blamed for biologist's death (AP)

AP - A wildlife biologist who was never trained about disease risks he could encounter while on the job died from the plague after handling a deceased lion without protective gear, according to a federal report.

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Sumo-Happy hunter Asashoryu plots New Year ring return (Reuters)

Reuters - Volatile grand champion Asashoryu will not return to the ring until the New Year despite being fit enough to hunt and cook wild animals in the Mongolian mountains.

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Cartoon critters, James Bond draw moviegoers (Reuters)

Cast member Ben Stiller, who gives voice to Alex, poses with character Alex the lion at the premiere of Reuters - The zoo animals of "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" ruled the roost at the weekend box office in North America, while James Bond was the big shot across the rest of the world.


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Dems look to stop endangered species rule changes (AP)

A gopher frog sits in the hand of Audubon Zoo curator Nick hanna  in New Orleans, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008.  For the first time in 10 years, a pond in south Mississippi got enough rain this year to let gopher frogs, one of the nation's most endangered animals, turn from tadpole to frog without human help.  (AP Photo/Bill Haber)AP - With the Bush administration on the verge of relaxing regulations protecting endangered species, Democratic leaders are looking at ways to overturn any last-minute rule changes.


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Japanese whalers set sail: Greenpeace (AFP)

Australian Environment Minister Peter Garrett, seen here, unveiled Monday a multi-million dollar scientific research programme aimed at persuading Japan that it is not necessary to kill the mammals in order to study them.(AFP/File/Stephane de Sakutin)AFP - Japan's whaling fleet set sail Monday, environmentalists said, apparently on an annual Antarctic hunt likely to provoke fresh friction with anti-whaling countries such as Australia.


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'Madagascar' roars to top of box office (AFP)

(L to R) Actors Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith and David Schwimmer pose at the premiere of DreamWorks'AFP - With its wise-cracking zoo animals, the animated comedy "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" galloped to the top of the North American weekend box office, preliminary industry figures showed Sunday.


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Japanese scientists clone embryo of endangered rabbit (AFP)

Japanese scientists said Tuesday they had created a cloned embryo from the dead body of an endangered species of rabbit and are hoping for a birth. Professor Yoshihiko Hosoi of Kinki University in the western city of Osaka said his team had extracted a cell from a dead Amami rabbit's ear and put it into the egg of an ordinary rabbit.(Kinki University)AFP - Japanese scientists said Tuesday they had created a cloned embryo from the dead body of an endangered species of rabbit and are hoping for a birth.


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Chinese menus, medicine threatening wildlife (Reuters)

In this photo released by the Wildlife Conservation Society, an Amur tiger, more commonly known as a Siberian Tiger, sits in the wet foliage as rain falls on the Tiger Mountain Habitat at the Bronx Zoo in New York, Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Tigers are an endangered species, they are often poached for their fur or their body parts: which are used in traditional medicines. (AP Photo/WCS, Julie Larsen Maher)Reuters - Wild animals are climbing back onto Chinese plates after the deadly SARS virus made some diners wary, and booming demand for traditional medicine is also threatening some plants, environmentalists said on Wednesday.


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Australia invests in whale research (AP)

AP - Australia will invest millions of dollars in non-lethal whale research to show Japan that the animals do not need to be killed in order to be studied, the government announced Monday.

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Japan, Australia agree on diplomacy to solve whaling row (AFP)

This undated file picture released in February 2008 by the Australian Customs Services shows a whale (front) and another (partly seen at right) being dragged on board a Japanese ship after being harpooned in Antarctic waters. Japan said Wednesday it received assurances from Australia that it would seek a diplomatic solution to an emotionally charged dispute on whaling and avoid the use of force.(AFP/HO/File)AFP - Japan and Australia said Wednesday they were doing everything they could to diplomatically resolve an emotionally charged dispute over whaling, though officials' remarks showed divisions remained deep.


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Australia launches anti-whaling drive (AFP)

Australian Environment Minister Peter Garrett, seen here, unveiled Monday a multi million dollar scientific research programme aimed at persuading Japan that it is not necessary to kill the mammals in order to study them(AFP/File/Stephane de Sakutin)AFP - Australia unveiled Monday a multi million dollar scientific research programme aimed at persuading Japan that it is not necessary to kill the mammals in order to study them.


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Scientists find new penguin, extinct for 500 years (AP)

In this 2006 photo released Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008 by the New Zealand Science Media Centre shown is a yellow-eyed penguin. Australian and New Zealand researchers studying one of the world's rare and endangered penguins have uncovered a previously unknown penguin species that disappeared about 500 years ago. The newly found 'Waitaha' penguin became extinct after Polynesian settlement of New Zealand but before A.D. 1500, researchers from Australia's University of Adelaide, New Zealand's University of Otago and Canterbury Museum, reported Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008. The find came as the team was investigating changes in the endangered New Zealand yellow-eyed penguin population since human settlement of New Zealand around A.D. 1200-1300.(AP Photo/New Zealand Science Media Centre,Sanne Boessenkool, HO)AP - Researchers studying a rare and endangered species of penguin have uncovered a previously unknown species that disappeared about 500 years ago.


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Bengal tiger bites young worker at Virginia zoo (AP)

AP - A 16-year-old employee of a small Virginia zoo is recovering after a tiger bit her when she tried to pet it.

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Iowa zoo recaptures flamingo that flew the coop (AP)

AP - An Iowa zoo has recaptured a flamingo that flew over a Des Moines neighborhood, a golf course and the entire zoo during a 7-hour freedom flight.

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A ton of illegal ivory seized in 5 African nations (AP)

AP - An undercover investigation of the illegal wildlife trade in five African nations led to the seizure of about a ton of ivory along with hippo teeth and cheetah, leopard and python skins, the Kenya Wildlife Service said Monday.

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View to a krill: Secrets of plankton eyes (AFP)

Biologists on Wednesday explained how the larvae of marine zooplankton can see with just two cells, using what is believed to be the world's simplest vision system.(Nature)AFP - Biologists on Wednesday explained how the larvae of marine zooplankton can see with just two cells, using what is believed to be the world's simplest vision system.


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Africa in biggest ever crackdown on wildlife crime (AFP)

File photo of an ivory stockpile. A tonne of ivory items and 57 suspects have been netted in a four-month operation billed Africa's largest-ever crackdown on wildlife crime, the Kenya Wildlife Service has said.(AFP/File/Alexander Joe)AFP - A tonne of ivory items and 57 suspects were netted in a four-month operation billed Africa's largest-ever crackdown on wildlife crime, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said Monday.


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    The Alberta Reptile and Amphibian Society

    Region specific herp reptile information, annual reptile shows, community events, and links.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/TARAS/

    Auburn Herpetological Society

    A group of individuals interested in a variety of areas including reptile and amphibian conservation, herpetoculture, and herp natural history.

    http://www.auburn.edu/herp_society/

    The Bay Area Amphibian And Reptile Society

    An educational and conservational group of amateur and professional herpetologists who want to share their knowledge, enthusiasm, and friendship with others interested in these fascinating creatures.

    http://www.baars.org/

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    Belgian Herpetological Association (TERRA)

    TERRA organises a number of workshops and meetings, some of which are planned on a regional base.

    http://www.terravzw.org/

    Brazos Valley Hepetological Society

    Sharing a common interest in reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/bvhs

    The Calusa Herpetological Society

    Dedicated to education and conservation of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.calusaherp.org/

    Central Florida Herpetology Society

    Herpetological Society for the Central Florida region. Contains photos and other reptile information.

    http://cflhs.tripod.com/

    Colorado Herpetological Society

    An unofficial archive containing newsletters, care sheets for various species, and links to other resources.

    http://webspinners.com/coloherp/

    Dallas-Fort Worth Herpetological Society

    Promoting the appreciation, conservation and understanding of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.dfwherp.org/

    East Texas Herptological Society

    Dedicated to the education of its members and the general public about the natural history, ecology, husbandry, conservation, proper care, and treatment of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.eths.org/

    Eastern Shore Herpetological Society

    This organization is dedicated to sharing education and experiences with herpers located in and around the eastern shore of Maryland.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/eshs/

    European Snake Society

    General information, photos, legislation, want ads, and venomous snake section.

    http://www.snakesociety.nl/Y0/y0-index.htm

    Greater Cincinnati Herpetological Society

    An organization committed to the welfare of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.cincyherps.com/

    Herpetological Information Society of Saskatchewan

    Our main goal is to provide information on husbandry and care for Reptiles and Amphibians living in Saskatchewan, and all parts of Canada.

    http://www.hisscanada.com/

    The Herpetological Society of Queensland

    The Herpetological Society of Queensland is a society for reptile and amphibian keepers, and those interested in seeing reptiles and amphibians in the wild.

    http://www.geocities.com/herp_society_qld_inc/index.html#top

    Hong Kong Reptile & Amphibian Society (HKRAS)

    Non-profit, registered herpetological institution devoted to cultivating an appreciation of reptiles, amphibians, and all natural life through of husbandry, conservation and education.

    http://www.hkras.org/eng/

    Hoosier Herpetological Society

    A non-profit organization dedicated to the education of its membership and the conservation of all reptiles and amphibians. Membership is open to all interested individuals.

    http://www.hoosierherpsociety.org/

    International Reptile Breeders Association

    Lists events and includes photos, vendor applications and coupons. Located in San Diego, California, USA.

    http://www.irba.com/

    Iowa Herpetological Society

    Founded in 1978 to promote education. Includes membership details, a directory of officers, photos, forums, care sheets, a check list and links. Located in Des Moines.

    http://www.iaherp.org/

    Jacksonville Herpetological Society

    Enhancing education and conservation or reptiles and amphibians in the Jacksonville, FL area.

    http://jaxherp.tripod.com/

    Kentuckiana Herpetological Society

    The new website for the Kentuckiana Herp Society. Calendar of events, message board, and membership information are now on the site.

    http://www.kyherpsoc.org

    The Lehigh Valley Herpetological Society

    A not-for-profit organization located in southeastern Pennsylvania in the Allentown area and composed of amateur and professional herpetologists

    http://members.tripod.com/~lvhs/

    Long Island Herpetological Society

    A society whose goals are to educate the members of the organization and the public with respect to the conservation, ecological role and captive care of reptiles and amphibians

    http://www.lihs.org/

    Louisiana Gulf Coast Herpetological Society

    Dedicated to the preservation of the natural habitat and to the conservation of reptiles and anphibians

    http://www.lgchs.org

    Maine Herpetological Society

    Established in 1992; open to anyone with an interest in reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/maineherp

    Michigan Society of Herpetologists

    MSH is your link to Reptile and Amphibian education, conservation projects, and captive care information for the state of Michigan.

    http://www.michherp.org

    Minnesota Herpetological Society

    A non-profit, tax-exempt organization open to anyone with an interest in amphibians and reptiles.

    http://www.bellmuseum.org/herpetology/main.html

    Nebraska Herpetological Society

    Homepage for the Nebraska Herp Society provides information on meeting time and location, membership, contact information, activities and projects, native herps, and useful links.

    http://www.nebherp.org

    New England Herpetological Society

    Originally the Massachusetts Herpetological Society. Objective of this Boston-based organization is the education of members and the public to the value and care of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.neherp.com/

    North Bay Herpetological Society (Sonoma County, CA)

    The NBHS provides educational outreach, with programs and exhibits for schools, nature centers, and related animal,humane, and environmental education events and organizations.

    http://www.nbherps.org/

    North Carolina Herpetological Society

    Promotes education, conservation, and research of reptiles and amphibians

    http://www.ncherps.org/

    Northeast Pennsylvania Herpetological Society

    A society for those intested in snakes, lizards and other herpetological animals. We also do adoption and rescue work.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/nepa

    Northern California Herpetological Society

    NCHS aims to serve a variety of constituents: those interested in conservation of native reptile and amphibian species; those wishing to buy and sell captive-bred specimens; and those who want to enhance their general knowledge of and acquaintance with herpetoculture.

    http://www.norcalherp.com/

    Nova Scotia Herpetoculture Society

    A non-profit organization dedicated to educating its members and the public on matters concerning reptiles and amphibians in captivity and in the wild.

    http://users.eastlink.ca/~nshs/

    The Ottawa Amphibian and Reptile Association

    A club of reptile and amphibian enthusiasts in the Ottawa, ON area.

    http://www.ottawaherps.com/oara/

    Pacific Northwest Herpetological Society

    The PNHS is a non-profit organization registered with the State of Washington. PNHS is dedicated to the education of its members and the public, as well as the conservation, ecology, captive care, and breeding of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.pnwhs.org/

    Phoenix Herpetological Society

    Herpetological Society in Phoenix, AZ. Focus on conservation and Education.

    http://www.phoenixherp.com/

    San Diego Herpetological Society

    Devoted to the study, appreciation, conservation and husbandry of reptiles and amphibians.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/sdhs/

    Sawgrass Herpetological Society

    South Florida's oldest reptile society. Offers care sheets and education.

    http://www.angelfire.com/fl/sawgrass/

    South Coast Herpetological Society (NSW)

    An Australian society of reptile keepers and breeders made up of a wide cross-section of ages and family groups.

    http://sthcoastherpsociety.bizland.com/

    South Texas Herpetology Association

    The South Texas Herpetology Association promotes education, conservation of wildlife in general and of reptiles and amphibians in the State of Texas in particular.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/stha/

    Southeastern Hot Herp Society

    Group of venomous reptile keepers educating the public about venomous snakes and lizards

    http://www.venomousreptiles.org

    Southwest Missouri Herpetological Society

    Herpetological Society serving Southwest Missouri. Provides animal care sheets.

    http://swmoherpsociety.org/

    Southwestern Herpetologists Society

    Los Angeles and Bakersfield members. Sponsors an Ask the Vet feature where common veterinary questions can be e-mailed to individuals.

    http://www.swhs.org/

    St. Louis Herpetological Society

    Founded in 1974; currently has over 200 members.

    http://www.stlherpsociety.org/

    Staten Island Herpetological Society

    Promotes and educates reptiles and amphibians to the public as well as to its fellow members in the Staten Island area.

    http://www.sihs.8m.com/

    Texas Herp Society

    Encourages study and conservation of reptiles and amphibians in Texas and the Southwest

    http://www.kingsnake.com/ths/

    Victorian Herpetological Society - Australia

    Herp information with lots of links to care sheets and scientific papers.

    http://www.vhs.com.au

    West Texas Herpetological Society

    Herp forum and classifieds.

    http://www.kingsnake.com/wths/

    Westcoast Society for the Protection and Conservation of Reptiles

    The Association of Amphibian and Reptile Keepers of the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island in British Columbia Canada.

    http://www.wspcr.com/

    Western New York Herpetological Society

    A club based in Buffalo and Rochester, NY, that provides amphibian and reptile information, care sheets and adoptions.

    http://www.wnyherp.org

    Cartoon critters, James Bond draw moviegoers (Reuters)

    Cast member Ben Stiller, who gives voice to Alex, poses with character Alex the lion at the premiere of Reuters - The zoo animals of "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" ruled the roost at the weekend box office in North America, while James Bond was the big shot across the rest of the world.


    news.yahoo.com

    Poor safety training blamed for biologist's death (AP)

    AP - A wildlife biologist who was never trained about disease risks he could encounter while on the job died from the plague after handling a deceased lion without protective gear, according to a federal report.

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    Sumo-Happy hunter Asashoryu plots New Year ring return (Reuters)

    Reuters - Volatile grand champion Asashoryu will not return to the ring until the New Year despite being fit enough to hunt and cook wild animals in the Mongolian mountains.

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    Chinese menus, medicine threatening wildlife (Reuters)

    In this photo released by the Wildlife Conservation Society, an Amur tiger, more commonly known as a Siberian Tiger, sits in the wet foliage as rain falls on the Tiger Mountain Habitat at the Bronx Zoo in New York, Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Tigers are an endangered species, they are often poached for their fur or their body parts: which are used in traditional medicines. (AP Photo/WCS, Julie Larsen Maher)Reuters - Wild animals are climbing back onto Chinese plates after the deadly SARS virus made some diners wary, and booming demand for traditional medicine is also threatening some plants, environmentalists said on Wednesday.


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    Japanese whalers set sail: Greenpeace (AFP)

    Australian Environment Minister Peter Garrett, seen here, unveiled Monday a multi-million dollar scientific research programme aimed at persuading Japan that it is not necessary to kill the mammals in order to study them.(AFP/File/Stephane de Sakutin)AFP - Japan's whaling fleet set sail Monday, environmentalists said, apparently on an annual Antarctic hunt likely to provoke fresh friction with anti-whaling countries such as Australia.


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    Australia launches anti-whaling drive (AFP)

    Australian Environment Minister Peter Garrett, seen here, unveiled Monday a multi million dollar scientific research programme aimed at persuading Japan that it is not necessary to kill the mammals in order to study them(AFP/File/Stephane de Sakutin)AFP - Australia unveiled Monday a multi million dollar scientific research programme aimed at persuading Japan that it is not necessary to kill the mammals in order to study them.


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    Dems look to stop endangered species rule changes (AP)

    A gopher frog sits in the hand of Audubon Zoo curator Nick hanna  in New Orleans, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008.  For the first time in 10 years, a pond in south Mississippi got enough rain this year to let gopher frogs, one of the nation's most endangered animals, turn from tadpole to frog without human help.  (AP Photo/Bill Haber)AP - With the Bush administration on the verge of relaxing regulations protecting endangered species, Democratic leaders are looking at ways to overturn any last-minute rule changes.


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    'Madagascar' roars to top of box office (AFP)

    (L to R) Actors Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith and David Schwimmer pose at the premiere of DreamWorks'AFP - With its wise-cracking zoo animals, the animated comedy "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" galloped to the top of the North American weekend box office, preliminary industry figures showed Sunday.


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    Bengal tiger bites young worker at Virginia zoo (AP)

    AP - A 16-year-old employee of a small Virginia zoo is recovering after a tiger bit her when she tried to pet it.

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    Malaysian mosques to give turtle conservation sermon (AFP)

    A hawksbill turtle creates ripples in the water as it comes up for air in a holding tank at the Turtle and Marine Ecosystem Centre in Rantau Abang in eastern Terengganu state, in 2007. Mosques in Malaysia's Terengganu state, which was once a major turtle breeding ground, will give an unusual sermon on protecting the endangered animals this Friday, conservationists said.(AFP/File/Tengku Bahar)AFP - Mosques in Malaysia's Terengganu state, which was once a major turtle breeding ground, will give an unusual sermon on protecting the endangered animals this Friday, conservationists said.


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    Animal rights video shows turkey abuse in W.Va. (AP)

    AP - A video released by an animal rights group on Tuesday claims to show horrific abuse of turkeys at West Virginia farms operated by major global poultry grower Aviagen Inc.

    news.yahoo.com

    Africa in biggest ever crackdown on wildlife crime (AFP)

    File photo of an ivory stockpile. A tonne of ivory items and 57 suspects have been netted in a four-month operation billed Africa's largest-ever crackdown on wildlife crime, the Kenya Wildlife Service has said.(AFP/File/Alexander Joe)AFP - A tonne of ivory items and 57 suspects were netted in a four-month operation billed Africa's largest-ever crackdown on wildlife crime, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said Monday.


    news.yahoo.com

    View to a krill: Secrets of plankton eyes (AFP)

    Biologists on Wednesday explained how the larvae of marine zooplankton can see with just two cells, using what is believed to be the world's simplest vision system.(Nature)AFP - Biologists on Wednesday explained how the larvae of marine zooplankton can see with just two cells, using what is believed to be the world's simplest vision system.


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    Australia invests in whale research (AP)

    AP - Australia will invest millions of dollars in non-lethal whale research to show Japan that the animals do not need to be killed in order to be studied, the government announced Monday.

    news.yahoo.com

    Japan, Australia agree on diplomacy to solve whaling row (AFP)

    This undated file picture released in February 2008 by the Australian Customs Services shows a whale (front) and another (partly seen at right) being dragged on board a Japanese ship after being harpooned in Antarctic waters. Japan said Wednesday it received assurances from Australia that it would seek a diplomatic solution to an emotionally charged dispute on whaling and avoid the use of force.(AFP/HO/File)AFP - Japan and Australia said Wednesday they were doing everything they could to diplomatically resolve an emotionally charged dispute over whaling, though officials' remarks showed divisions remained deep.


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    Scientists find new penguin, extinct for 500 years (AP)

    In this 2006 photo released Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008 by the New Zealand Science Media Centre shown is a yellow-eyed penguin. Australian and New Zealand researchers studying one of the world's rare and endangered penguins have uncovered a previously unknown penguin species that disappeared about 500 years ago. The newly found 'Waitaha' penguin became extinct after Polynesian settlement of New Zealand but before A.D. 1500, researchers from Australia's University of Adelaide, New Zealand's University of Otago and Canterbury Museum, reported Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008. The find came as the team was investigating changes in the endangered New Zealand yellow-eyed penguin population since human settlement of New Zealand around A.D. 1200-1300.(AP Photo/New Zealand Science Media Centre,Sanne Boessenkool, HO)AP - Researchers studying a rare and endangered species of penguin have uncovered a previously unknown species that disappeared about 500 years ago.


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    Japanese scientists clone embryo of endangered rabbit (AFP)

    Japanese scientists said Tuesday they had created a cloned embryo from the dead body of an endangered species of rabbit and are hoping for a birth. Professor Yoshihiko Hosoi of Kinki University in the western city of Osaka said his team had extracted a cell from a dead Amami rabbit's ear and put it into the egg of an ordinary rabbit.(Kinki University)AFP - Japanese scientists said Tuesday they had created a cloned embryo from the dead body of an endangered species of rabbit and are hoping for a birth.


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    Iowa zoo recaptures flamingo that flew the coop (AP)

    AP - An Iowa zoo has recaptured a flamingo that flew over a Des Moines neighborhood, a golf course and the entire zoo during a 7-hour freedom flight.

    news.yahoo.com

    A ton of illegal ivory seized in 5 African nations (AP)

    AP - An undercover investigation of the illegal wildlife trade in five African nations led to the seizure of about a ton of ivory along with hippo teeth and cheetah, leopard and python skins, the Kenya Wildlife Service said Monday.

    news.yahoo.com

    Greenpeace: Japanese whalers leave for annual hunt (AP)

    In this photo released by the environmental group Greenpeace Japan, Greenpeace members hold up a banner reading; '1.2 billion yen (US$12.4 million) of tax money for whaling?' in Kamijima as Japanese whaling mother vessel Nisshin Maru departs from its home port of Innoshima Monday, Nov. 17, 2008. Greenpeace said Japanese whaling ships left the southwestern Japanese port Monday en route to this season's hunt in the Antarctic Ocean. (AP Photo/Yuzuru Oshihara, Greenpeace Japan)AP - The mother ship in Japan's whaling fleet left Monday for the country's annual hunt in the Antarctic, the environmental group Greenpeace said, as anti-whaling activists vowed to disrupt the expedition once again after high-seas clashes forced an early halt last year.


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