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Cultural Meanings of Wild Horses

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From The Conversation, excerpts from an article by Michael Adams (University of Wollongong) on the Cultural Meanings of Wild Horses…. “The Kosciuszko wild horses are also tangled within the embedded idiosyncrasies and contradictions of the largest national park in New South Wales. Here there are protected populations of two species of invasive fish (brown and rainbow trout) that are demonstrably responsible for local extinctions of native fish and frog species; a gigantic hydro-electric scheme with dominant infrastructure across large areas of the park; and expanding ski resorts where it is possible to buy lodges. Much of the landscape that is… Continue reading

Meet the CANA Foundation – “Horses, Humans, Habitat”

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CANA Foundation exists to support a sustainable environment with specific emphasis on the connections between America’s Wild Horses, their value for our habitat and Land Conservation, and the impact that has on our future.Cana shows support for Native Communities in an effort to acknowledge their understanding and reverence for nature and the horse, allowing the Rewilding of native lands and all peoples. These important actions allow a shift in education and awareness globally for land conservation and the importance of Rewilding of our planet and humans. Through our Giving Wheel we create a continuous commitment to education,  action and inspiration to enable others to move CANA… Continue reading

Invasive Hippos, Camels, and Elephants OFfer a Glimmer of Hope for Earth’s Megafauna

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From article on the Earther website…. “According to a study published in Ecography, megafauna, defined as plant-eating terrestrial mammals weighing more than 100 kilograms (220 pounds) on average, are establishing themselves in new and often unexpected places outside of their historic native ranges. These introduced populations would typically be considered invasive species, but the authors think a better term might be “survivors.” Furthermore, the giant animals, which include everything from hippopotamuses to donkeys, might offer unexpected benefits to their new homelands. In a recent article in The Conversation, the authors write that “these ‘feral’ populations are rewilding the world with… Continue reading

Introduced Animals in Danger

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Australia is said to have the largest wild population of camels in the world after being introduced to Australian during the 19th century. To put it into perspective, in 2008 Australia’s camel population was estimated at about one million and this was projected to double every 8 to 10 years. However, camels weren’t the only introduced animal to Australia that are seen as pests and are at risk of possible eradication. Dr Arian Wallach, ecologist with the Centre for Compassionate Conservation at the University of Technology in Sydney spoke to Kylie Sturgess on The Mag this morning to tell us more about megafauna… Continue reading

Australia’s introduced animals: Eradication programs under the spotlight

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Are feral animals in Australia’s north really pests that need to be eradicated, or is the nation automatically pulling the trigger on non-native creatures without thinking? Is the world being denied the last vestiges of wild creatures that may benefit the environment? Dr Wallach, who now works at the University of Technology Sydney’s Centre for Compassionate Conservation, says Australia and New Zealand stand out on the world stage when it comes to concentrating conservation actions on killing introduced animals.   Read the Full Article on the ABC website   Continue reading