Domestic Cat Predation: An Old Story Becomes A New Songbird Menace Roaming (cats) have passed feline leukemia to some populations of mountain lions,and may have recently infected the endangered Florida Panther with http://home.earthlink.net/~lisamhutchins/domestic_cat_predation.htm
Extractions: The Warbler , January/February 1998, Vol. 31, No. 1) By Lisa Hutchins Domestic cat predation is now emerging as one of the most destructive forces in declining bird populations. The problem is so serious that large conservation groups such as the National Audubon Society, the American Bird Conservancy, Partners in Flight, the National Wildlife Federation, the International Council on Bird Preservation, and many other local and national birding and environmental groups-and, interestingly, most animal welfare organizations like the American Humane Association and the Humane Society of the United States-are urging pet owners to keep their cats indoors, citing a healthier life for the cat and an important preservation tool for wildlife. Consider these findings: Scientific studies over the last decade in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Virginia, Arizona, Australia, Great Britain, and some Pacific islands show that domestic cats kill hundreds of millions of songbirds every year-more wildlife killed than in any oil spill. Researchers from the University of Minnesota estimate bird kills by domestic cats to be at 638 million songbirds nationally each year. Studies in Wisconsin indicate that outdoor cats kill 39 million birds a year in that state alone. Along with loss of habitat, pesticide use, environmental contaminants, and window strikes, domestic cats are now one of the chief causes of overall North American songbird decline. There are even documented cases of cats killing endangered species, such as the Western Snowy Plover, the California Gnatcatcher, and the Light-footed Clapper Rail. And on islands where feral cats exist, eight species of birds are now extinct primarily due to cat predation.
Extractions: (1) Hemley, Ginette, ed. Island Press, Washington D.C. , Case Study 3: Tigers, In Endangered Species Threatened Convention; The Past, Present and Future of CITIES. J. Hutton and B. Dickson, eds. Earthscan Publications, London. 2000. (3) Linden. Eugene Time Magazine, 143(13) p.44. (4) Mickleburgh, Simon Oryx, 34(4) p.241-242. 2000. (5) Woods, Michael Geographical Magazine, 69(1) p.38. Jan. 1997 Review: Tiger survival is threatened primarily by habitat loss and fragmentation, conflict with humans and poaching. Habitat loss is the most significant and long-term threat, while the latter two issues represent more immediate concerns (Hemley, 1994). Habitat loss and human conflict become extremely central issues in India where conservation efforts have been successful and as a result the growing tiger population encroaches on human civilization. It becomes a two-sided problem in such areas where population continues to increase at a rapid pace (Linden, 1994). Poaching and trade are driven by the demand for traditional Chinese medicines and tiger skins.
Introduction Domestic (cats) have spread feline leukemia virus to mountain lions 16 and may haverecently infected the endangered Florida Panther with feline http://wildlife.wisc.edu/extension/catfly3.htm
Extractions: By John S. Coleman, Stanley A. Temple and Scott R. Craven Domestic cats first arrived in North America with European colonists several hundred years ago. Since that time, cats have multiplied and thrived as cherished pets, unwanted strays, and semi-wild predators. Although often overlooked as a problem, free-ranging cats affect other animals, often far from the homes and farms they share with people. Because we brought the domestic cat to North America, we have a responsibility to both the cats and to the wild animals they may affect. Here are some interesting and perhaps surprising facts concerning the contemporary dilemma posed by free-ranging domestic cats in the United States. Domestic cats originated from an ancestral wild species, Felis silvestris , the European and African Wild Cat. The domestic cat is now considered a separate species, named Felis catus . In appearance, domestic cats are similar to their wild relatives, and many of their behaviors, such as hunting and other activity patterns, remain essentially unchanged from their ancestral form. Cats were first domesticated in Egypt around 2000 BC [ ]. Domestic cats spread slowly to other parts of the globe, possibly because Egyptians prevented export of the animal they worshiped as a goddess. However, by 500 BC the Greeks had acquired domestic cats, and they spread cats throughout their sphere of influence. The Romans introduced the domestic cat to Britain by 300 AD. Domestic cats have now been introduced around the world, mostly by colonists from Europe.
LII - Results For "endangered Species" The Exotic Feline Breeding Compound s Feline Conservation Center (FCC clips, and soundrecordings of the endangered species of wild (cats) currently housed and http://sfpl.lii.org/advanced?searchtype=subject;query=Endangered species;subsear
Comparative Placentation of sex chromosome organization between cat and human and O.Brien, SJ Developmentof a feline whole genome genetic variation in eight endangered or threatened http://medicine.ucsd.edu/cpa/tiger.html
Extractions: Tigers have an Asiatic distribution, with several subspecies having been described. The animal shown here comes from Vietnam and it is one of the severely endangered subspecies. A few animals of this subspecies breed in the few zoological gardens that exhibit them. The reproductive physiology and placenta is deemed to be the same among all subspecies and similar to the domestic cat. Indochinese tiger at San Diego Zoo. The length of gestation in tigers is around 105 days; it is significantly shorter in the domestic cat (65 days) but, otherwise, they have some similarity in their placenta and reproductive parameters. The litter size varies but usually, two to four cubs are born. The newborn weight of one of our triplets whose placenta is shown here was 1,100 g. The maternal weight of tigers (not pregnant) is around 100 to 120 kg.
Wildlife Programs For Schools - Wildlife Program Descriptions lifestyles of these 2 elusive species of cat . on the lookout for these secretivefelines, follow up threats facing turtles (many are endangered or threatened http://www.state.me.us/ifw/education/schprogramdescription.htm
Extractions: What's a coldwater fish? What's a warm water fish? What's the difference? What do fish eat, where do they live, how many species do we have in the state? Learn how to measure and weigh a fish, collect scales, age the fish, and use a key to identify a variety of species found in Maine. An excellent and unusual demonstration and hands-on activity for your students. Animals' Amazing Adaptations Maine wildlife exhibits an amazing variety of physical characteristics that enable them to survive and do their jobs within their environment. Learn about Maine habitats, why moose and deer grow antlers, why birds have different shaped bills, why turtles have varied body shapes and appendages, how camouflage benefits those animals that exhibit it, and more! Moose, Deer, Bear - Maine's Big Game Moose black bear, and white tailed deer are the three top big game animals in the state. People hunt them, but many more enjoy just watching them. Learn about their natural history first, then how their populations are managed to ensure their continued abundance. What do Dept. wildlife biologists take into consideration when setting hunting seasons? How do political, economic, and cultural considerations weigh in decisions regarding wildlife? Can wildlife actually become a nuisance when there are too many of them?
Endangered Species physical characteristics and behavior of the smaller feline species in Introducesbob(cats), lynxes, jaguars, and cougars, all endangered wild (cats) of North http://www1.pvsd.k12.ca.us/library/ENDSPECI.html
Extractions: A BIBLIOGRAPHY OF ENDANGERED SPECIES REFERENCE Encyclopedia of endangered species ed. by Mary Emanoil in association with IUCN-the World Conservation Union. Detroit, MI: Gale,c1994. xvii, 1230 p.: ill., maps. Gale environmental library. Includes bibliographical references and index. Encyclopedia of U.S. endangered species . [CD-ROM] Dallas, TX.: Zane Publishing, cc1997,1994. Interactive multimedia computer program. For Macintosh/Windows. Few, Roger. Macmillan children's guide to endangered animals . New York: Macmillan,c1993. 96 p.: col. ill., maps Includes index. Describes endangered species throughout the world, the factors that threaten their survival, and current efforts to save them from extinction. Grolier world encyclopedia of endangered species . Danbury, Conn.: Grolier,c1993. 10 v.: ill. The San Diego Zoo presents the animals! 2.0 [CD-ROM] produced by Arnowitz Studios. Macintosh version. Novato, CA : Mindscape,c1994. Interactive multimedia computer program. Observes the lives of zoo animals as well as the wild ways of hundreds of animals in their natural habitats. NONFICTION Animals in danger, forests of Africa
Garden State EnviroNet felines feed on small mammals and also compete with such as the bobcat (a state endangeredspecies) and gray wildlife is the health of domestic (cats) and their http://www.gsenet.org/library/11gsn/2003/gs030716.php
Extractions: We thank these organizations for their continued support. Garden State EnviroNews ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS JOINT STATEMENT ON UNFPA VOTE DEP ANNOUNCES UPGRADED PROTECTIONS FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES NJAS LAUNCHES CATS INDOORS CAMPAIGN VINELAND: MORE BIRDS FOUND DEAD ... REGULATORY TRAINING IN UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS - SEP 16 :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: The Garden State EnviroNet (GSE) gratefully acknowledges volunteers Gerald Cullins, Bambi Dingman, Jeff Hook and Paul Neuman for their contributions to today's issue. Thanks also to Peter Montague for his many contibutions to the EnviroNews, and his invaluable help as a member of our Board of Trustees. If interested in helping out, please send an email message to mailbox@gsenet.org PBURNS@AUDUBON.ORG http://www.planetwire.org/details/4196 Contact: Patrick Burns- Audubon- 202-861-2242 Annette Souder- Sierra Club- 202-547-1141 Caron Whitaker- National Wildlife Federation-202-797-6608 Top depnews.depnews@dep.state.nj.us
Maine Animal Coalition : Endangered Species Focus Of Lawsuit NoSnare also notes that two bald eagles were caught in snares in the 1980s when thebird was still listed as endangered. A threatened Canada lynx was snared in http://www.maineanimalcoalition.org/artman/publish/article_199.shtml
Animals endangered Species in Missouri. endangered Species on EELink. InternationalCat Association. Judith Bermans List of Feline WWW Sites. NetVet (cats). http://www.jewell.edu/curry/library/reference/animals.htm
Extractions: (Digital Librarian) CAUZ Network: Links to Animal Web Sites Electronic Zoo: Animal Resources Wildlife Web Animal Rights American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Humane Society of the United States World Animal Net Directory WWW Virtual Library: Animal Health, Well-Being, and Rights Endangered Species Endangered Species Bulletin Endangered Species Program Endangered Species in Missouri Endangered Species on EE-Link ... Keep the Wild Alive! (National Wildlife Federation) Zoos Kansas City Zoo National Zoo Home Page WWW Virtual Library: Zoos General Pet Sites Acme Pet Allpets.com Animal Network Pets (Digital Librarian) Kansas City Sites Critter Connection: Kansas City Area Animal Site Dog Clubs in Kansas City Heart of America Humane Society New Pets NewPet.com Select a Pet Selecting a Proper Pet Purina Breed Selector Urbana-Champaign) WWW Virtual Library: Veterinary Medicine Pet Loss Grief Information Pet Loss Pet Loss Support Hotline (Cornell University) Pet Loss Support Page Pet Loss Grief Support Website Pet Rescue Kyler Laird's Animal Rescue Resources Pet Finder: Directory of Homeless Pets Animal Welfare, Feline Rescue, and Shelters
DOMESTIC CAT PREDATION IN FLORIDA Several deadly diseases affecting domestic (cats) have been documented in the endangeredFlorida panther, including feline panleukopenia (FPV). http://www.abcbirds.org/cats/states/florida_intro.htm
Extractions: DOMESTIC CAT PREDATION IN FLORIDA State Cat Predation Intro California Florida Hawaii Domestic cats are efficient predators that have a serious impact on Florida's native wildlife. Photo: Dr. Gil Ewing Background: Florida's native wildlife species are threatened by the growing number of free-roaming owned, stray, and feral domestic cats. The adverse impacts of cats in Florida is best documented for threatened and endangered species, especially beach and cotton mice, the Lower Keys marsh rabbit, and the Florida Scrub-Jay. Cats also kill birds with populations in decline, such as Black Skimmer, Least Tern, and the endangered Piping Plover. Disease spread by feral cats may threaten the endangered Florida panther and other wild animals. Florida Cat Populations: Nationwide, cat owners keep an average of two cats per household. However, in the south, there is an average of 3.2 cats per household. Mild weather permits cats to spend more time outdoors and stray and feral cats may live longer. In some areas, large numbers of un-owned cats congregate in "colonies" at garbage dumps or feeding stations where food is left out for them. Cat colonies vary from simple groups of cats, to colonies where volunteers attempt to manage the colony (see "Managed" Cat Colonies in Florida
Investigating Endangered Species In The Classroom See our new endangered Species website! Investigating endangered Speciesin the Classroom. This page includes starting points for http://eelink.net/EndSpp.old.bak/ES.lesson.html
Extractions: See our new Endangered Species website! See our new Endangered Species website! This page includes starting points for teachers and classrooms to use in investigating endangered species issues. Curricula and lesson plans, information about ongoing projects students can participate in, and current conservation efforts by various organizations will help involve classrooms in learning why species become endangered and will help students participate in reversing those processes. EE-Link is interested in gathering more information on lesson plans and curricula that could be formatted for WWW. Please contact our EE Administrator if you know of curricula or lesson plans we could add here. Birds: Our Environmental Indicators An entire hypertext curriculum plan for middle school students from Earth Generation. This also provides ideas for using the Internet in "extension" activities. Formatted for the WWW by EE-Link. Vanishing Species Curriculum created by the Texas Memorial Museum. From Armadillo, the Texas Studies gopher, this is an entire EE curriculum plan for grades 5-8 (K-4 and 9-12 are coming) emphasizing cooperative learning and stories as instructional aids. "The student is encouraged to see himself or herself as an integral part of nature, to accept responsibility for personal actions, and to understand there is no conflict between environmental concern and personal goodthey are all one." Whales "A thematic Web Unit" with a bibliography, homework ideas, book reviews, project ideas,and student activities in social studies, research, math, language arts, etc. and more. They say "This Web document provides a thematic unit for cooperative learning across the K - 5 integrated curriculum which is an interactive resource for teachers, students and parents."
Animal Info - Animal Links, Organizations And Publications as well The Cat House (Feline Conservation Center Society/Jaguar Cars Sierra endangeredCat Haven Snow Marine Fisheries Service/NOAA endangered Species Whale http://www.animalinfo.org/anim_org.htm
Spotlight On Zoo Science - National Zoo| FONZ and all but one to feline calicivirus. indicate that disease spillover from domesticcats and dogs To reduce the risk to endangered species, conservationists http://natzoo.si.edu/ConservationAndScience/SpotlightOnScience/deems20040310.cfm
Extractions: Spotlight on Zoo Science - March 10, 2004 Fatal Interaction: Pets Imperiling Wild Populations National Zoo scientists are studying how domestic cats and dogs might expose endangered wild carnivores to devastating deadly diseases. In the past few years global attention has been focused on the risks of diseases jumping from wild animals to people, with sometimes fatal consequencesSARS is a prime example. But people, through the agency of their domestic animals, also bring diseases to wild animals as they move ever more deeply into once-remote wildlands. Increasingly, scientists are recognizing this as a serious threat, especially to endangered species that can little afford the ravages of an epidemic disease. Disease spillover from domestic animals threatens lion populations in Africa. In Africa, for instance, lions, Ethiopian wolves, and African hunting dogs have suffered well documented population declines as a result of diseases caught from domestic dogs. Recently, disease organisms in domestic cat feces, which contaminates near-shore ocean waters via discarded kitty litter, have been implicated in the decline of sea otters off the coast of California. Up to now, however, the extent of the potential problem in South America has been little explored.
Digimorph - Leopardus Pardalis (ocelot) - Female Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, endangered Resources Branch Small Pleistocenefelines of North America. Leopardus pardalis on the IUCN Cat Specialist Group http://www.digimorph.org/specimens/Leopardus_pardalis/female/
Extractions: DigiMorph Home About DigiMorph DigiMorph Help Sponsors ... Site Statistics Browse the Library by: Scientific Names Common Names Cladogram What's ... What's Popular? Learn More DigiMorph Course X-ray CT 3-D Printing Popular Pages Alligator Dinosaurs Tapirs Horned Lizards ... Platypus A Production of UTCT Java Slice Viewer inspeCTor Slice Movies Coronal - n/a Horizontal - n/a Sagittal - n/a Surface Models STL - n/a 3D CT - n/a Skeleton Only Roll - 2mb Pitch - 3mb Yaw - 2mb With Skin/Matrix Roll - n/a Pitch - n/a Yaw - n/a Dynamic Cutaway Coronal - n/a Horizontal - n/a Sagittal - n/a Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History (LACM 26789) Image processing: Dr. Jessie Maisano Publication Date: 01 April 2002 Specimens: male female ITIS TNS ... Google Leopardus pardalis , the ocelot, ranges from southern Texas to northern Argentina. It has been extirpated from Arkansas, Louisiana, eastern Texas and Arizona, where it ranged until historic times. A few transient Sonoran ocelots ( L. p. sonoriensis
City Of Hurst Public Library Also includes information on feline illnesses, purchasing a cat, and links to catshows, clubs The US Fish Wildlife Service, endangered species database. http://www.ci.hurst.tx.us/lib/Adults/Links.asp?Dept=Library&Level=Adult
