81. The Problems The dingo, a wild doglike animal, is thought to have been introduced It replacedthe thylacine and tasmanian devil and commonly fatally attacks marsupials. http://www.biology.iastate.edu/intop/1Australia/Australia papers/Australia-Dilge

The Threatening of Australia's Marsupials By Amber Dilger, 1998 Extinctions and declines have not uniformly affected marsupial species. Terrestrial, medium-sized marsupials in the weight range of 35.0 g to 5.5 kg have proven to be more vulnerable, and omnivores and herbivores have declined to a greater extent than carnivores. Arboreal species such as possums and gliders and species that use rock piles for shelter have been less affected. Most problems with extinction and endangerment occur in the southern arid zone and the wheat belt of Western Australia; while the tropical north of Australia, the mesic northeast and coast of New South Wales, Tasmania, and numerous offshore islands have remained relatively unaffected by local extinctions (Short 1994). The problems Seven main hypotheses have been put forward to explain why species have declined and/or disappeared from various parts of Australia, and they include: 1) clearing for agriculture, 2) draining and salination of wetlands, 3) grazing and browsing by introduce animals, 4) changed fire regimes, 5) introduced predators, 6) disease, and 7) overkill by hunters (Kennedy 1992). By studying the history of threatened fauna and patterns of decline, experts have come to the conclusion that some of these hypotheses can be dismissed as not being a primary cause of declining populations. For instance, there is no direct evidence that disease has led to any mammal extinctions, though epidemics have been blamed for the decline of carnivorous marsupials in southeastern Australia and Tasmania at the turn of the century. Though Aborigines and early European settlers hunted many species for food, there is also no evidence that overkill by hunters caused any excessive declines or extinctions. Kangaroos once were one of the most widely hunted marsupials, but remain so abundant today to be considered a pest. The case of the thylacine (Tasmanian tiger) possibly presents a debatable exception because this carnivorous marsupial was treated as wolves once were in North America-with zealous overkill. It is presumed extinct, but there have been supposed sightings of it in Northern Tasmania.

82. CWAPC - Captive Wild Animal Protection Coalition These small marsupials are native to Australia and New Zealand. Additionally, theyare very social and in the wild live in groups reaching up to 12 animals. http://cwapc.org/news/NewsDescription.asp?FileName=news_20031230_2.html

83. Oxford City Council - Licences - Dangerous Wild Animals Animals Covered by the Dangerous wild Animals Act 1976 1. Mammals a) marsupials Tasmanian devil, Grey Kangaroo, Red Kangaroo, Wallaroo, Euro b) Primates http://www.visitoxford.org/oxford\services.nsf/Public/AllServices/BCD2A17C5DBB8A

84. DVD Verdict Review - Howling III: The Marsupials playing at your local multiplex?). Elite Entertainment goes wild withtheir release of Howling III The marsupials. Facts of the Case. http://www.dvdverdict.com/reviews/howling3.php

Reviews Upcoming Releases Discussion Boards Staff Dossiers ... Random Case Number 1259 HOWLING III: THE MARSUPIALS Elite Entertainment // 1987 // 98 Minutes // Rated PG-13 Reviewed by Judge Patrick Naugle // July 13th, 2001 View Judge Naugle's Dossier E-mail Judge Naugle Buy the DVD at Amazon.com The Charge Opening Statement I know the bare minimum about the Howling movies. What I do know is that the first film was a cult hit by director Joe Dante, who also helmed such classics as Gremlins and Piranha . There was a sequel, the humorously titled Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf , which starred Sybil Danning. If that's not entertainment, I don't know what is. In 1987, a second sequel was produced, Howling III: The Marsupials . I can't think of a less frightening subtitle to call a film than "The Marsupials." Yes, nothing says terrifying to me like the image of Australian mammals. Anyhow, the general lot of the Howling sequels have been straight-to-video fare, and with good reason (do YOU remember seeing Howling VII: New Moon Rising playing at your local multiplex?). Elite Entertainment goes wild with their release of

85. Adopt-A-Pond Many wild life species undergo metamorphosis, an dramatic change in their body stateas During your visit to the Zoo keep yours eyes open for real marsupials. http://www.torontozoo.com/adoptapond/curriculum/h2-zoo.html

Introduction About this Guide Table of Contents Contents 1. What you can do 2. Water 3. Ecology 4. Amphibians ... 13. Glossary Adopt-A-Pond Homepage AMAZING WILD LIFE: BIODIVERSITY The Toronto Zoo houses thousands of species of native and exotic plants, including more than 500 species of trees and shrubs and it is home to hundreds of different species of wild life. But the Metro Zoo's collection represents only a very tiny portion of the species found in the world. 1. During your trip to the Zoo you will see many amazing animals. As you walk through the Zoo watch them closely. Find at least 3 animals (don't forget this includes insects, birds, fish and so on) and write down something unusual that you discovered about each one. (E.g. Giant Hissing Cockroach - they are really huge and they really do hiss!) Try to find animals that are different from the ones your friends find. When you get back to school put together a list of all the amazing animals you saw and all the things that make each of them special. 2. During your trip through the Zoo look at the plants within the pavilions. Find plants with leaves that are shaped like the illustrations below. If you can, find out the plant's name or make up your own.

86. Zoo & Wild Animal Medicine Vol.4 Mammals encompasses such topics as contraception for mammals, marsupials, primates,rodents the gap between captured and freeranging wild animal medicine. http://www.donfer.co.uk/d-commerce/product434.html

Butterworth Heinemann, published 9/1998 The new volume in this popular series remains the only book available that focuses on the medical problems of wild animals maintained in zoos, wild animal parks, research institutions, and game ranches, as well as free-ranging wildlife. It features the most current treatment information, following the approach and format of previous volumes and is conveniently cross-indexed to Volume 2, the last book in the series to cover the entire spectrum of wild animal medicine. Features: Conveys the knowledge of 110 international authors selected for their expertise in specific subjects General conditions focuses on pulse oximetry, quarantine principles, ultrasonography, tuberculosis, CT and MRI scanning, validity of diagnostic tests, endoscopy, and much more, as well as zoonoses such as cryptosporidiosis, toxoplasmosis, rabies, and avian tuberculosis Fish and reptiles covers fish anesthesia, a preventive medicine program for fish, and pharmacokinetics; and chameleon medicine, crocodilian anesthesia, sea turtles, evaluation and monitoring chelonians for release Avian medicine examines iron storage disease, feeding orphaned columbiform birds, the California Condor project, water quality in waterfowl collections, oiled birds, and avian analgesia

87. Star Telegram 11/29/2003 Pocket-size Marsupials A Big Hit On Less noticeable are her pocket pets two tiny marsupials, one asleep in her blouse fromtheir penchant for sweets and their ability, in the wild, to soar http://www.dfw.com/mld/dfw/living/7374872.htm

88. Keeping Marsupials : Keeping And Breeding Marsupials In Captivity, Maintaining I Established in 1981, this wellrespected Society continues to promote public awareness and be a major source of information and education to the world on matters relating to the Keeping and is a http://www.marsupialsociety.org/tassie_devil.html

Tasmanian Devil Sarcophilus harrisii click on thumbnail to enlarge The Tasmanian Devil cannot be mistaken for any other marsupial. Its’ spine-chilling screeches, black colour, and reputed bad-temper, led the early European settlers to call it The Devil. Although only the size of a small dog, it can sound and look incredibly fierce. Powerful jaw and teeth enable it to completely devour its’ prey – bones, fur and all. In prehistoric times, the animal roamed widely over mainland Australia. Today, however, the hardy little devil is only found in Tasmania. Appearance It has a thick-set, squat build, with relatively large broad head and short, thick tail. The fur is mostly or wholly black, but white markings often occur on the chest, rump and shoulders. These markings vary between individuals. Body size also varies greatly, depending on the diet and habitat (living place). Adult males are usually larger than adult females. Large males weigh up to 12kg, and stand about 30cm at the shoulder.

89. Koala Bears. Coala Bears. Wild Animals Like Koala Bears On Custom-printed, Full gift mugs make great mug gifts. Koala (Coala) Bears for Animal Lovers of allMarsupials. To order click on corresponding Gift Mugs decoration link below http://www.giftmugs.com/sampler/animals/koala-bear.htm

gift mugs make great mug gifts Koala (Coala) Bears for Animal Lovers of all Marsupials To order click on corresponding Gift Mugs decoration link below: A0112-L - left mug decoration only A0112-R - right mug decoration only A0112-B both decorations on same coffee mug You can indicate the placement of the mug handle in the Order form. More than one design or mixing designs? Please note that images shown on one particular mug side in our virtual mug decorations can be put on the other mug side, both sides or on the opposite side of the mug handle. More Koala Bear designs And still more Koala Twins Other Koala Bear mug decorations ... Australian mug decorations These Koala Bears (Marsupials) mug decorations are available for all our Sublimation Coffee Gift Mugs a s well as our Stainless-Steel Travel Mugs with Lid Either of the two mug decorations can be ordered on the same mug or only one. We can also add a one-line text below the decoration on one mug side or both. On mugs with only one mug decoration, we can add a total-area text on the un-decorated other mug side.

90. Volunteerabroad.com Search Results- Wild Dolphin Societies 12 weeks dates Sept, Oct., Nov. Jan thru Sept. wild Dolphin Societies.Earthwatch Institute 3 Clocktower Place Suite 100 Maynard http://www.volunteerabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/14429

United States city: Sarasota, Florida country: United States duration of program: 1-2 weeks typical volunteer duration: 1-2 weeks dates: January-July 2005 Wild Dolphin Societies visit the web site by clicking here! Earthwatch Institute 3 Clocktower Place Suite 100 Maynard, MA 01754-0075 United States phone: 1-978-461-0081 x 179 fax: web site: visit Earthwatch Institute's web site by clicking here qualifications / skills needed: No qualifications except patience, flexibility and genuine interest. We provide on site training and written materials beforehand. description: Earthwatch teams help monitor the dolphins by noting their activities, companions, and body condition and by tracking the distribution and dynamics of the dolphin community. Aboard a six-meter outboard, you will typically encounter several different schools of dolphins a day and help count individuals, monitor calves and boat traffic, and fill out photo logs and data sheets. Field Conditions: Home is a simple but comfortable, two-bedroom, two-bath, second-floor apartment across the street from a beach, perfect for walks or sea bird sightings, and within biking distance of Mote (bikes provided). Everyone pitches in on meals on a rotating basis. language: English typical volunteer projects: animal welfare, research and wildlife surveying

91. The Thylacine Museum - About Australia And The Marsupials (page 2) Small, gliding marsupials called phalangers live in much the same way as do Australia swild dog, the dingo (Canis familiaris dingo), came in with another wave http://www.naturalworlds.org/thylacine/introducing/about_marsupials_2.htm

- ABOUT AUSTRALIA AND THE MARSUPIALS - (page 2) Unlike placentals, marsupials are born in a very undeveloped state, and in a great number of species they are then protected within an abdominal pouch where they are milk fed until much more mature. Two thirds of all the estimated 250 living marsupial species are found in Australia and its neighboring islands including New Guinea. Most of the remaining species live in South America. The only marsupial which currently occurs in North America is the common and widespread Virginia opossum ( Didelphis virginiana A circa 1928 photo of a thylacine from the Hobart Zoo. The third group of mammals are the monotremes. They feed their young milk as do other mammals, but they also posses a number of reptilian characters. They are the most primitive of all living mammals as they have similarities to reptiles in their skeletal structure, and most amazingly, they still lay eggs! The monotremes are represented today by only three genera: Zaglossus (the long nosed echidna)

92. Science Safari marsupials are very special animals. Last week, Ms. Dalzall found a wildgrey rat snake and she wanted to find it a safer place to live. http://www.acps.k12.va.us/tucker/safari/animals.html

Science Safari: Animals Home Science Art Science Jokes Science News Animals: Marsupials The Gray Rat Snake Marsupials: Very Special Mammals written and reported by Stephanie S. on the Tucker Tiger Today Show's Science Spot Mammals are warm-blooded animals that have fur or hair. Most mammal babies are born alive. They get milk from their mother. A particular group of mammals are called marsupials. Marsupials have a pouch. They are sometimes called "pouched mammals". A female marsupial carries its baby in its pouch. Most people say that the iskangaroo the main marsupial. However, there is no main marsupial. Marsupials include kangaroos, wallabies, oppopossumsazTasmanianvils, marsupial moles, and koalas and many more. The only marsupial found in the United States is the opossum. South America and Australia have most of the different types of marsupials. Marsupials are becoming very rare. Marsupials are very special animals. Now back to the Science Spot!

93. Tuesday, January 2004 Built For The Kill S1 Ocean Ep 7. 0100 PM0130 PM. Mission wild Australia sMarsupials Ep 10. 0130 PM-0200 PM. Storm Stories Without Warning Ep 23. http://www.np.edu.sg/library/announce/LSweb/SCVguides/ngc.htm

Monday, 07 Jun 2004 National Geographic Channel Channel 11 Time Title 08:30 AM-09:00 AM Planet Wild S1 Ep 10 09:00 AM-10:00 AM Wild: Be The Creature: Expedition Manatee Ep 5 10:00 AM-11:00 AM National Geographic Specials: Fear Of Snakes 11:00 AM-11:30 AM About Asia: Basketball Diplomacy: From Mao To Yao 11:30 AM-12:00 PM About Asia: Taiwan Wild 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Built For The Kill S2: River Ep 3 01:00 PM-01:30 PM Mission Wild: Australia's Marsupials Ep 10 01:30 PM-02:00 PM Weather Gone Mad-Storm Stories: Tornado Terror Ep 10 02:00 PM-02:30 PM $100 Taxi Ride: Auckland and Halifax Ep 10 02:30 PM-03:00 PM Chasing Time: Dublin Ep 12 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Killer Instincts: Built For The Kill: Coral Reef Ep 2 04:00 PM-04:30 PM The Snake Wranglers S2: Swimming With Cobras Ep 9 04:30 PM-05:00 PM Croc Chronicles with Dr.Brady Barr S3: Python Patrol Ep 1 05:00 PM-05:30 PM Wildlife Diary Ep 5 Tuesday, 08 Jun 2004 National Geographic Channel Channel 11 Time Title 08:30 AM-09:00 AM Planet Wild S1: Africa Ep 13 09:00 AM-10:00 AM Wild: Baby-Faced Assassins 10:00 AM-11:00 AM National Geographic Specials: Last Feast Of The Crocodiles 11:00 AM-12:00 PM About Asia: Forgotten Rhino 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Built For The Kill: Rainforest S1 Ep 3 01:00 PM-01:30 PM Mission Wild: Borneo's Orangutans Ep 11 01:30 PM-02:00 PM Weather Gone Mad-Storm Stories: Rogue Wave Ep 11 02:00 PM-02:30 PM $100 Taxi Ride: Bangkok / Reykjavik Ep 11 02:30 PM-03:00 PM Chasing Time: Buenos Aires Ep 13 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Thrill Seekers: Dangerous Jobs: Explorer 04:00 PM-05:00 PM

94. FREE Animal ECards Free animal and pet related greeting ecards. Cards are organized by animal type including mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians, insects, and fish. http://cards.centralpets.com/gbrowse.php?cat_id=18

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