MobilizeGreen’s Post

Nice summary of the local sites process and the crucial part that ecological data centres play.

What a great article by Lindsay Advocate on birding in the Kawarthas. Thanks to my birding friends Teresa Middleton and Susan Mooney who contributed with their great birding wisdom. If you would like to learn more about birding, I recommend joining the following Facebook Groups - Out and About in the Kawarthas and Ontario Bird and Wildlife ID's and Sightings. These are great resources to assist with any questions you might have. Link to issue https://lnkd.in/gYT-STz8

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The Big Cat Sanctuary Alliance April 2024 Our Next Challenge: The Small Exotic Cat Crisis “Last year we celebrated passage of the Big Cat Public Safety Act, which ended the private ownership of big cats in the U.S. and put an end to their exploitation in cub handling attractions. While this was a major step forward for big cats, small wild cats lack similar protections. As a result, we are now facing a “small exotic cat crisis” involving servals, caracals, bobcats, and hybrids of these species. Contributing to the problem is social media, through such platforms as TikTok and Facebook, where more and more bobcats, servals, caracals, and hybrid cats are found. Breeders looking to make money, capitalize on this, promoting the cats as “friendly”, “domesticated”, and a great “pet.”” Complete Story; https://lnkd.in/gf2ayRJk Pictured, all 2023-2024 AZA accredited zoo ZAA accredited zoo Roadside zoo Private breeders #BCSA #captiveconservation #AZA #ZAA #roadsidezoo #TheConservationGameMovie

Not paying attention to the great outdoors? get run over by a moose, You are In THERE world, pay attention, pay respect & stay out of there way! https://risk-mgmt.co/ixx #ExtinctionIsForever #EndangeredSpecies #ProtectWildlife #ClimateChange @RecreationLaw #RecLaw #RecreationLaw

URBAN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE DAY | SEPTEMBER 29 On September 29, Urban National Wildlife Refuge Day celebrates the 101 urban national wildlife refuges in the United States. That is nearly 1/5 of the country's total refuges. #UrbanNationalWildlifeRefugeDay To be defined as an urban national wildlife refuge, the unit must be within 25 miles of an urban area of 250,000 people or greater. These refuges provide communities with access to substantial green space for outdoor recreation including hiking, bird watching, canoeing, fishing, and hunting. They also offer a wealth of educational opportunities. Over 80% of the U.S. population lives in urban areas. Having access to a wildlife area not only offers recreational activities but also improves our quality of life.

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🚫 MYTH: I heard a huge pack of coyotes howling! ✅ FACT: Coyotes can sound larger in number through an auditory illusion called the ‘Beau Geste Effect.’ No, you’re not surrounded by dozens of coyotes (although that does sound pretty cool). Coyotes commonly live as individuals, in mated pairs, or in small family units. Their social structure simply is not set up to support a ‘huge pack,’ but they can make quite a bit of noise! What’s all the canid commotion about? Coyotes, sometimes known as song dogs, use various vocalizations for communication between family members, establishing territory, and attracting mates. Their howls, yips, and barks travel over long distances, making them effective communicators. In late summer or fall, it’s not unusual to hear small family groups howling together. Just a few coyotes can create the illusion of a much larger group through an auditory illusion called the ‘Beau Geste Effect.’ In a 2017 study on human perception of coyote group size, “subjects were asked to listen to recordings of one to four coyotes howling and “hip-yapping” and then guess the number of animals making the sounds. Regardless of background (urban, rural, suburban), subjects overestimated the number of coyotes by a factor of two.” - “Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law,” by Mary Roach. Coyote calls are generally not a cause for concern. We’re typically pretty scary to them, and they prefer that we keep our distance. If they feel we’re too close, especially if a dog is present, they might use alarm barks 🚨 to ask us to go away. In such cases, remain calm and leave the area, as they could be protecting a den and their families. If a coyote comes too close, you may humanely haze them by making yourself big and loud 📢. Additionally, practicing responsible pet ownership is essential to ensure the safety of both companion animals and wildlife 🐶🐱. #MythBusting #Coexistence #Coyotes #Wildlife #ProtectAmericasWildlife #ProjectCoyote 📹 Lisa Antell, #CaptureCoexistenceContributor

It looks funny at best, a little ‘out there’ at worst… until you learn what’s going on. Then, confusion turns to awe. Or, like in my case, a literal “awwwww.” In wildlife rehabilitation, every action is purposeful, even if it looks unconventional. Take, for instance, the heartwarming story of a fox kit being raised at a wildlife center. The staff, in an effort to prevent the kit from becoming imprinted on humans, wear a fox mask and take other precautions during feedings. It may seem amusing to an outside observer, but the intent behind it is profound. As someone deeply connected to the world of animals, I find this story resonates with me profoundly. It reminds me that sometimes, making real change for animals means leaving behind unwarranted embarrassment and embracing opportunities to laugh at and with ourselves. The goal of wildlife rehabilitation is not just to care for animals in need but to ensure their successful reintegration into their natural habitats. In the case of this particular fox kit, rehabilitators worked to find other kits of the same age and weight within the rehabilitation community. These kits will eventually be released back into the wild together, where they can thrive as part of their species' population. It's heartening to see the dedication and ingenuity of those working in wildlife rehabilitation, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of our collective efforts to protect and preserve the natural world. So here's to embracing the unconventional, laughing in the face of uncertainty, and working together to make a real difference for animals everywhere. Share your thoughts below - weird or weirdly amazing? 🐾 Click and FOLLOW my LinkedIn hashtag #dogsimeet for more Dog Tales and brand marketing tips and advice. #storytelling #animalwelfare #socialimpact

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