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  • Welcome to the world of rhino conservation

    Adam Welz

    March 18, 2015 |

    Ensia |

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    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: Kenya, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Laikipia

    There are only five northern white rhinos left in existence - all in captivity and unable to breed. Researchers work to identify the most valuable solution to rhino poaching in order to prevent the animal from going extinct.

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  • How Highway Underpasses are Saving Panthers in Florida

    Melissa Gaskill

    August 14, 2014 |

    Mental Floss |

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    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: United States, Florida

    According to the Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission, there are fewer than 180 panthers left in the state due to high rates of animal-vehicle collision. Now, the state is trying to prevent further harming the species by introducing specially designed technology, including highway underpasses and roadside animal detection systems.

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  • Home on the range

    Benjamin Goldfarb

    April 01, 2014 |

    Earth Island |

    Text |

    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: Canada, Alberta

    A robust population of grizzly bears can be an indicator of healthy land; however, the bears also can destroy grain bins, consume vegetation, and kill livestock. Ranchers work with the Canadian government and local conservation groups to protect their resources with bear-proof grain bins and electric fences.

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  • Good News for Animals in Nepal: A Full Year Without Poaching

    Laurel Neme

    March 12, 2014 |

    National Geographic |

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    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: Nepal, Bharatpur

    Bucking the worldwide trend, Nepal continues its successful fight against poaching, thanks to a multilayered system of information gathering, enforcement, and swift justice.

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  • Unlikely Heroes: Goats Rescue N.Y. Bog Turtles

    John Nielsen

    June 24, 2008 |

    NPR |

    Radio |

    5-15 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, New York

    Invasive weeds are ruining the habitat of New York's wild bog turtles. In Hudson River Valley, domestic goats and cows are being used to save bog turtles by grazing on this foreign weed. So far, the plan seems to be working as the turtles have shown signs of not just returning but also laying eggs in the area.

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