Preservation or Restoration

Social and Institutional Changes in Species Ecosystem Conservation: An Appraisal of the U.S. Marine Mammal Commission

Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 (Original item from 2009) General Animal Protection | Wildlife and Exotics

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This study of the U.S. Marine Mammal Commission sought to assess the organization's operations under its legislative mandate, using criteria from literature on policy-oriented professionalism.

Extinction Crisis Continues Apace

Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 (Original item from 2009) General Animal Protection | Wildlife and Exotics

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An update of the Red List of Threatened Species shows that 17,291 species out of a total of 47,677 assessed species are currently in danger of extinction, which some believe indicates a worldwide wildlife crisis.

Are we winning the war for animals?

HRC recently announced our latest collaborative research study designed to measure the progress of the U.S. animal advocacy movement. Supported by both organizational sponsors and contributions from individuals, the new study is a truly collaborative project designed to inexpensively gather reliable data. The new study will be on ongoing resource showing the status of animal protection in the U.S. according to a set of "key indicators." To learn more, please read our email to HRC's supporters...

Partial Walrus Estimate Alarms Conservation Group

Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Wildlife and Exotics

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A partial assessment by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of Pacific walruses estimates their current minimum population to be 15,164 animals, but the agency believes that some walruses were missed in the survey.

Scientists Report Drop in California Sea Otters

Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Wildlife and Exotics

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For the second year in a row, the 2009 census by the U.S. Geological Survey shows that the California sea otter populations have declined. The most recent population estimates show a marked improvement from the 1911 estimate, when international law first put an end to hunting for otters, however the latest figure is 3.8% below the 2008 population estimate.

Third of Open Ocean Sharks Face Extinction: Study

Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Wildlife and Exotics

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One third of the world's open water sharks are in danger of extinction, according to a major conservation study of 64 species of sharks. Those sharks facing the greatest risk are those hunted directly for meat and fins as well as those caught as "bycatch" by tuna and swordfish operations.

DNR to Manage State's Wolves

Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Wildlife and Exotics

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In Minnesota, wolves have been removed from the federal endangered species list, now allowing the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to manage the state's wolf population. The state's wolf population, which was estimated to be only 750 animals in the 1950s, has since rebounded to a stable population of about 3,000 wolves.

The State of the Birds, United States of America, 2009

Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Wildlife and Exotics

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This report covering bird populations in the United States shows that nearly a third of the country's 800 bird species are endangered, threatened, or in significant decline due to habitat loss, invasive species, or other threats. This report documents a 40% decline in grassland birds over the past 40 years and a 30% decline in birds of arid lands. There has been a 39% of ocean-dependent species as well.

Laying the Groundwork for Public Participation in Cougar Management: A Case Study of Southwestern Oregon

Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 (Original item from 2002) Wildlife and Exotics

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As the subject of ongoing controversy in Oregon, this study explored public opinion about cougar management. The majority or respondents believed that major decisions about cougar management should be made by experts and citizens together.

Knowledge of and Attitudes Toward Mountain Lions: A Public Survey of Residents Adjacent to Saguaro National Park, Arizona

Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 (Original item from 2005) Wildlife and Exotics

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This survey of Arizona residents found that there is little knowledge but significant local support for preservation efforts directed toward mountain lions and that additional education is recommended for successful co-existence between humans and mountain lions.

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