Defenders of Wildlife

Comment

Comment by Peggy on May 8, 2011 at 5:50pm

Thank You for the invite Liddy

Comment by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin on December 21, 2010 at 4:26pm

Thanks Kathi.

Comment by Kathi on December 21, 2010 at 4:14pm

 I have been following the progress of the Shark Conservation Act for quite some time, so I am very pleased to post the following from the Oceana group. 

After years of hard work, I’m happy to announce that the Senate just passed the Shark Conservation Act, which will end shark finning in US waters.

Shark fin soup is an expensive dish that drives the shark finning trade, but the role sharks play in marine ecosystems is priceless. By improving shark conservation, the US is improving overall ocean health.

Each year, commercial fishing kills more than 100 million sharks worldwide – including tens of millions for just their fins. The requirement to land sharks whole, as well as a new prohibition on the transfer of fins at sea, will help end shark finning by U.S. fishing vessels.

The House still has to pass the Shark Conservation Act before it becomes law, but I didn’t want to wait to share this exciting news – your love of the oceans and sharks has helped protect these magnificent creatures for generations to come.

Comment by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin on October 22, 2010 at 9:33am

Comment by Marina Trofin on October 22, 2010 at 8:14am

Thank you for the invite!

Comment by WILLA NYOKA on October 18, 2010 at 12:54am

THANKS FOR THE ADD. BLESSINGS TO YOU AND ALL WHO ENTER THIS GROUP.

Comment by Liddy on October 17, 2010 at 7:36am

Delete Comment Stop the International Polar Bear Trade

In some countries, collectors can still buy polar bear skin rugs, claws, skulls and other parts of these beloved bears -- even as they struggle for survival in a warming world.

The Canadian government can strengthen protections for polar bears under international law by supporting a proposal to halt international trade in polar bear products -- a move that could save the lives of hundreds of polar bears each year. But Canadian officials need to hear from you to understand just how many people care about these struggling bears.

Take action now -- Urge Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and conservation officials to support an international ban on the trade of polar bear products.

TAKE ACTION: https://secure.defenders.org/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=Use...

Comment by Liddy on October 17, 2010 at 7:35am

Delete Comment Take Action to Save Rare Southwest Wolves

Mexican gray wolves (also known as lobos) only exist in the wild in America’s Southwest. Unfortunately, with just 42 lobos -- and two breeding pairs -- remaining in the wild, these wolves are in big trouble.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has recently stepped up efforts to save these magnificent animals and to secure their place in Arizona and New Mexico, ending years of mismanagement and giving recovery efforts a real chance at success.

But with so few lobos remaining, the loss of even one wolf could spell disaster for these rare wolves.

Please urge U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar to fast-track federal efforts to save these wolves.

TAKE ACTION: https://secure.defenders.org/site/Advocacy?pagename=homepage&pa...