Deadly fungal threats a growing concern, scientists say

Deadly fungal threats a growing concern, scientists say

Fungi are causing disease that are causing mass amphibian extinctions (chytrid fungus), massive bat die-offs (white nose syndrome), a decline in bees, killing turtles, and affecting crops. Studies have been done and are showing that fungi are causing more damage to flora and fauna than other pathogens. Fungi is a generalist and can spread very quickly. According to the article, people have a huge role in the spread of these fungi. It also states that people haven't been too concerned with fungi in the past. So let's get concerned!!!

Montana judge blocks more Yellowstone bison moves

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A Montana judge has blocked the relocation of bison from the park to places that were once their home range. Do what!? This is in response to ranchers who are saying that bison destroy their fences and eat hay meant for their cattle. Cattle, destructive beasts that they are, are taking precedent over the iconic bison? I don't understand why people are objecting to allowing bison to be moved and reintroduced into their native land. Instead they are going to be kept in fences? The bison was once a symbol of the great American west and the wilderness available there. It was slaughtered to near extinction. Why don't they just put a couple in a zoo and be happy, there's not much difference between a cage and a fence.  

9th Circuit clears amendment that shielded wolf delisting from court review

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Pickens County Museum Field School Announces Schedule for Spring-Summer Plant Appreciation Classes

Pickens County Museum Field School Announces Schedule for Spring-Summer Plant Appreciation Classes: Registration now open

This has nothing to do with policy, but more to do with environmental ethic. These are classes that are available to the public to learn more about the areas regional native flora. There are classes from wildflower propagation to edible and medicinal plants of the area. By learning more about our native flora we can better identify and protect it. It is good that this is being done to teach the locals about their environment.

Jury Rules on Killer Snake | Petside

Jury Rules on Killer Snake | Petside

Jury Rules on Killer Snake Petside

This is very sad. People really need to learn how to take care of their pets or just not have them. What's the point of having a pet if you aren't going to feed it or shelter it properly? This woman paid dearly for not paying attention to her pet's needs. The poor 2 year old child didn't stand a chance against this huge, malnourished snake. Following this incident, Florida made it illegal to own Burmese pythons and other large snakes. It's just sad that something like this had to happen first.

http://video.msnbc.msn.com/nbc-news/46401715/?from=en-us_msnhp#46401715

President's Budget Underscores Need for Strong Conservation Funding

http://www.ammoland.com/2012/02/13/presidents-budget-underscores-need-for-strong-conservation-funding/

This is very interesting. Sportsmen all over the US are pushing for Congress to sustain funding for many programs that support wildlife/natural resource conservation. They are pushing for long-term management of natural resources. The article states, "Combined, outdoor recreation, natural resources conservation, and historic preservation support 9.4 million American jobs, result in $1.06 trillion in economic impact and generate $107 billion annually in tax revenue. Of these totals, hunters and anglers account for close to $100 billion in economic activity." $100 BILLION! It is the hunters and the sportsmen (and women) who truly care for America's wildlife, and sadly their numbers are dropping. This is a time when we need to rally together and push for continuance of policies that protect our rights and our resources!