Can the U.S. Save the World's Wildlife?
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2010: The Year for Our Wildlife |
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Nearly 18 years ago, the U.S. provided vital leadership in negotiating the Convention on Biological Diversity -- a vital international agreement to protect and preserve the world’s rich diversity of life. Now the U.S. and tiny Andorra are the only countries in the world that have failed to ratify this important accord.
In 2010 -- the International Year of Biodiversity -- the U.S. has an opportunity to reestablish its role as a global leader in wildlife conservation. But your senators need to hear from you! Take Action Now: Urge your senators to protect the world’s wildlife by ratifying the U.N. Convention on Biological Diversity |
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Deadly Toll for Panthers A sad record was shattered in the closing days of 2009 as a 3- to 4-month-old kitten became the 17th confirmed Florida panther killed by a motor vehicle. With only around 100 left, Florida panthers are one of the most endangered mammals on Earth -- and vehicle strikes are a leading cause of death.
In the wake of this tragedy, Defenders has outlined several steps to significantly reduce the risks facing these felines, including wildlife crossings, habitat protections and curbing development in sensitive areas.
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Defenders Updates
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Victory! Wildlife-Killing Poison Ban Upheld Last month, a federal court refused to postpone the Environmental Protection Agency’s ban on the deadly toxin carbofuran -- a poison that has killed millions of birds and other wildlife in the U.S.
Video: A Look Back From bats to lynx, polar bears to wolves, people like you made quite a difference for our wildlife in 2009. Take a look back at our accomplishments for the year -- and help make 2010 an even brighter one for imperiled animals.
We're Truly Thankful! Over the last week of December, 7,384 generous wildlife supporters contributed to help us meet our year-end fundraising goals. And 3,821 new supporters joined our Campaign to Save America’s Wolves in 2010! Thank you!
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