LookSmart - Directory - Threatened And Endangered Feline Animal Species threatened and endangered Feline Animal Species Shares facts and photographsregarding wild cat species whose numbers are rapidly declining. http://search.looksmart.com/p/browse/us1/us317914/us146762/us10206460/us10183088
Feline Leukemia Virus Threatens Endangered Panthers - June 1, 2004 the panther is one of the most endangered mammals on The (cats) are fitted with radiocollars to track are vaccinated for rabies and other feline viruses, but http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/jun04/040601a.asp
Extractions: AVMA Home AVMA Journals Home JAVMA online ... News June 1, 2004 A new threat has emerged in the swamps and forests of southern Florida to challenge the state's endangered panthers. Feline leukemia has been diagnosed in four panthers since November 2002. The infectious, often fatal disease is common to domestic cats but practically nonexistent in large, wild feline species. Two of the diagnoses were made this year alone. Now, state and federal wildlife teams are hunting the elusive predator in its southern Florida habitat, not to eradicate the panther as in days past. Rather, their aim is to erect an ecologic disease barrier against feline leukemia by vaccinating as many panthers as they can locate. For the past three years, Dr. Cunningham has been part of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's ongoing efforts to protect the panthers and preserve their habitat. A subspecies of the mountain lion, the Florida panther has been on the U.S. Endangered and Threatened Species List for more than three decades. With a mere 70 to a hundred panthers remaining, the panther is one of the most endangered mammals on earth. Like its cousins in the western United States and parts of Canada, the Florida panther is a large, carnivorous cat with a long, dark-tipped tail and relatively small head. The upper parts of its body vary in color from light brown to tawny, with a dull white underside.
Extractions: AVMA Home AVMA Journals Home JAVMA online ... News Dr. Slater, who participates in a TNR program on the Texas A&M campus, gave two presentations on TNR programs July 15 in Nashville. She said the programs can be successfully used to reduce free-ranging and feral cat populations, as long as they are a part of a multifaceted approach. Her presentations were part of a day-long series of sessions on the issue titled, "Free-roaming and feral cats and the public."
Endangered Species We are an endangered species and just a memory Feline Conservation Center TheFeline Conservation Center about the FCC and photos and sounds of our (cats). http://library.hilton.kzn.school.za/Biology/endanger.htm
Extractions: International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. The Red List is a compilation of species categorized as Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable according to the IUCN Categories of Threat. For the most part, categorizations are made by the Species Survival Commission (SSC) Specialist Group covering the taxa in question. Guidelines for using the Red List criteria have been developed to assist Specialist Groups in assessing the conservation status of fishes. The most recent edition of the Red List, which utilized these criteria, is the 1996 IUCN Red List of Threatened Animals. The WCMC Animals Database holds information on threatened species and others of conservation concern. Part of this database is used to generate The IUCN Red List of Threatened Animals, and this information is available here in interactive format. WWF - The World Wildlife Fund
Extractions: We inherited a rather undesirable grey, moth-eaten old tomcat with an ear missing. We named him Smudge. This unattractive but still noble creature used us a feeding stop and occasional shelter while about his dubious business. He did not once bring home a lady friend, let alone the product of his ungirded, unguarded even, loins. I remember, as a five or six year old, throwing the protesting animal on to an (unlit) fire which scared the proverbial out of him and attaching a rubber ball with a length of elastic to his poor tail which caused much hilarity in me, but not in the strangely trusting old Smudge. The awful guilt and sadness to follow meant that these dreadfulnesses of brat-child excess were never to repeat in my subsequent relationships with that most independent but people- loving companion, Felis felis, Felis domesticus, Felis vulgaris, or Felis pussycatimus, depending on your level of schoolboy Latin and taxonomic species recognition.
Specific Animals in many ways is the epitome of feline grace and in the 1996 IUCN Red List of ThreatenedAnimals the habitat, behavior, and life cycle of these endangered (cats). http://www.eagle.ca/~matink/themes/Endanger/specific.html
Extractions: Playful, affectionate, loving and comforting, they seem to fit into our lives with little complaint and perfect grace. But house cats belong to an ancient line of hunters and there's very little that separates your purring kitty from the feline hunters of Africa's savannas, the darkest forests of eastern India, snow-capped foothills of the Rockies or sun-blasted sands of the Arabian Peninsula. Cats! Wild to Mild
Audubon Center For Research Of Endangered Species cloning procedure has been replicated in any feline species, wild a surrogate motherfor all the endangered and threatened small cat species, said http://www.auduboninstitute.org/rcenter/res_cloning_112503.htm
Extractions: REPLICATES WILDCAT CLONING Successful Births of Two African Wildcats Mark Another First for Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species and Louisiana State University AgCenter November 25, 2003 Audubon Nature Institute of New Orleans announces another research breakthrough with the births of two more African wildcat clones on November 15, 2003
VayuLila.com - ECO-nexus [Endangered Species] The Cat Specialist Group is an international panel of over the Lynx species The onlywild feline that still half of all primates, are threatened or endangered. http://www.vayulila.com/ECO-nexus/Endangered.html
Extractions: Big Cats Online http://dspace.dial.pipex.com/agarman/ Big Cats Online offers a general introduction to the various species of cat living in the wild today. It not only covers the 'Big Cats' - Leopard, Lion, Tiger, Jaguar, Cheetah and Puma, but also introduces all of the lesser known 'Wild Cat' species. Cat Specialist Group http://lynx.uio.no/catfolk/ The Cat Specialist Group is an international panel of over 170 scientists, wildlife managers and other specialists from 40 countries, who have volunteered their expertise to the Species Survival Commission of IUCN - The World Conservation Union, which is based in Switzerland. This site provides detailed information on many species including survival status.
Along The Bay, Official Cat Eradication Programs Meet Opposition Sandy Olliges, chief of the environmental services office at NASA Ames, said theyalso eat the endangered salt marsh harvest mouse (cats) with feline AIDS or http://www.mv-voice.com/morgue/2002/2002_04_26.feralcats.html
Extractions: By Candice Shih What to do when cats go wild has been the subject of a years-long discussion at NASA Ames and Shoreline Park. Scientists and policy makers say that the feral cats wreak havoc on Mountain View's wildlife, including numerous species that are endangered or threatened, like the burrowing owl. Unwanted kittens become predatory cats "The cats have been reported to be killing the burrowing owls," said Penelope Delevoryas, the wildlife biologist at Shoreline Park. She said the cats prey on other endangered birds including the California clapper rail and the black rail as well. The cats apparently aren't satisfied with birds. Sandy Olliges, chief of the environmental services office at NASA Ames, said they also eat the endangered salt marsh harvest mouse. "They take food from other wild predators like hawks, skunks, raccoons, and foxes," said Delevoryas.
Animals endangered animals are those species that are in danger of going Jaguars are wildcats that live in rain forests These solitary felines often have dens in caves http://www.col-ed.org/echo2002/Indiginous Webguide/endangered1.html
Extractions: What is their relationship with endangered species? Similar to indigenous people all over the world, Paraguay's first inhabitants relied on their natural surroundings for survival and inspiration. The lush subtropical eastern region offered an abundance of plant and animal life. Tools and weapons were made from bone, wood and thorns. Fish and game sustained them along with maize and mandioca which could be planted. Ancient sounds of the forest are still preserved in their language, which contains many onomatopoetic words. Religious beliefs incorporate their reverence for nature. They are said to have given names to 1,100 species of plants which were used medicinally. Art work also reflects the importance of the natural world to the indigenous as evidenced in materials used to create and design elements of the products. Many of the plants and animals that were once prolific are now listed as endangered. This page contains a list of links for learning more about endangered species. Description
Sea Otters Threatened By Feline Disease A Feline Disease Threatens California s Kelp Keepers. CD What about throwing awaycat litter instead of be able to take otters off the endangered species list. http://www.surfermag.com/features/oneworld/otter/index4.html
Extractions: animal watches Video FEATURES Photos ... OP OneWorld A Feline Disease Threatens California's Kelp Keepers Otterly Kelpless CK: Well, we know that the otter population has a lot of disease. It's not a healthy population and there are a lot of concerns as far as their recovery. The question is, can we do anything about it? I mean, I don't think you can ask people to get rid of their cats. We know the parasite in cats is a major problem in the AIDS population, but people still keep their cats. CD: What about throwing away cat litter instead of flushing it down the toilet. CD: One problem also has got to be pressure because there are so many people in this area now. Especially where things like runoff are concerned. You take out the wetlands, you make concrete channels out of creeks, you pave everything, and a lot more nasty stuff ends up in the ocean. CK: Definitely. Ideally, we'd like to be able to show how the things we put in the water affect otters. We want to look at contaminants like oil, and see if they're linked to changes in the otter immune systems. This might make them more susceptible to disease. CD: It's interesting to see all these surfers out here, and that little group of otters offshore. The water here is so glassy because of the kelp. But don't otters have a lot to do with that kelp?
Extractions: "I hope that the information here is of some stimulation to any of you who have ever cuddled a new pet kitten or simply admired one of nature's minor miracles. The little guy who shares your home is a tiny step away, genetically speaking, from the wide array of the 36 species of wild cat, big and small. According to Dr. Jim Sanderson, most people are only aware of the existence of roughly one third of the 37 remaining species of cats on this planet. While millions of dollars in the United States are finally being set aside and spent on much needed conservation and studies of the better known "Big Cats", such as the highly endangered Tiger, what about the lesser known, but equally important medium and small wild cats Dr. Sanderson estimates that currently "less that US $50,000 is spent on small cat research all over the world." This appalling and tragic fact has caught the attention, the spirit and the passion of famous musician and devoted cat lover, Ian Anderson.
Natural Selection: Subject Gateway To The Natural World a list of endangered and threatened animals residing at Exotic Feline Breeding Compound sFeline Conservation Center of the world s endangered cat species, and http://nature.ac.uk/browse/590.737.html
Extractions: American Zoo and Aquarium Association The American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) "is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation". Their Web site explains in detail the Association's structure, committees, conferences, educational programmes, research projects, grants, awards and membership information. There are many reports and fact sheets, which can be searched by keyword. A photographic gallery displays a selection of animal images. Members have access to a mailing list and the member's only section of the Web site. Aquariums; American Zoo and Aquarium Association; Associations, institutions, etc.; Zoos; Atlantis Marine World Aimed at a general audience, the home page of Atlantis Marine World (Long Island, USA) offers a range of resources on the aquarium and on marine organisms. The site offers a virtual tour of the aquarium (requiring QuickTime software), membership details, information on becoming a volunteer and on current events. A large number of educational resources, aimed at teachers and pupils, are provided, including a separate section with information on sharks. Marine aquariums, Public; Atlantis Marine World; Marine organisms;
The Miami Herald 05/31/2003 State Moves To Restrict Feral Cats Orlando attorney Robert Petree labeled ``feline genocide it will help protect severalendangered or threatened But cat advocates told commissioners of programs http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/5981962.htm
Keeping Wildlife In Massachusetts law or listed on the Massachusetts list of endangered, threatened, and special whichis a hybrid between a domestic cat and any wild feline species, are http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/dfwpets.htm
Extractions: KEEPING CAPTIVE / EXOTIC WILDLIFE Introduction People who want to acquire various wildlife species frequently contact MassWildlife for information . Some people already have an animal and may be disappointed or frustrated to learn they cannot lawfully keep it in Massachusetts. To avoid such problems and concerns, the public is encouraged to learn the laws pertaining to the possession of wildlife in Massachusetts before they acquire an animal. A summary of these laws is below. This is only a summary and people should refer to the appropriate Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) and the Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) for details. Background: Massachusetts pet stores are inspected and regulated by the Department of Food and Agriculture but the stores must follow MassWildlife laws regarding the animals that they may sell. Purchasers can reasonably assume that an animal for sale in a Massachusetts pet store may be lawfully sold and possessed. Do not assume that animals for sale in other states, including those states adjoining Massachusetts, are lawful in Massachusetts. Similarly, be wary of animals advertised for sale on the Internet or in newspapers. These animals may be lawful at the point of origin, but not in Massachusetts.
ZooWeb - ZooDirectory Preservation Trust (CPT) was founded to preserve certain endangered species thatare Feline rescue organization housing more than 60 big (cats) located 10 http://www.zooweb.com/links/dir.asp?catid=178
Cats And Humans Share Similiar X And Y Chromosomes Feline leukemia and FIV, the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (which is very similar humaninfertility might turn up ways to help the endangered wild (cats). http://www.genomenewsnetwork.org/articles/04_00/cat_humans.shtml
Extractions: Mary S. Gibbs (GNN) The order of these genes on the sex chromosomes of cats more closely resembles that of humans than of any other mammal studied so far, the team reports in a recent issue of Genome Research . Genes on X chromosomes of cats and people are lined up in the same way. This long-term chromosome stability is rare, showing no evidence of evolutionary rearrangements, says O'Brien. "It's like there was some master template that maintained the order of these genes on the X chromosome from the distant ancestors of these two mammalian orders." Most X chromosomes are home to a variety of genes, including what Murphy calls "essential housekeeping genes," genes involved in basic cellular functions such as metabolism. This is why all mammals have the same genes on X chromosomes, but in various arrangements. Studies have shown that the same genes in mice, cows, goats and rats are arranged in different sequences. About half of the current X chromosome is like a fossil, having remained the same through the evolution of all mammals, even the relatively primitive marsupials. Genes on the remainder of the X in placental mammals, on the other hand, were more recently acquired from other chromosomes. Some researchers suggest that some genes cycled from regular chromosomes to the X chromosome and then to the Y chromosome. Once on the Y, they acquired a male-specific function or were lost.
Delaware Bill To Make Sale Of Dog Or Cat Products Unlawful means a dog (Canis familiaris) or cat (Felis catus or wild or commercially raisedcanine or feline species the is not recognized as an endangered or threatened http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusde2000senatebill374.htm
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International Exotic Feline Sanctuary -- Our Cats! is the most accomplished climber of all its fellow (cats). The margay is threatenedin many of its habitats and to the margay being listed on the endangered list http://www.bigcat.org/cats/species.asp?id=13
