Endangered Species

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BETWEEN THE FLOOD AND THE RAINBOW: OUR COVENANT TO PROTECT THE WHOLE OF CREATION
Biological Information for the Whale


This summary provides a brief examination of the biology of whales, including habitat, reproductive cycles, and feeding.
Biological Overview of the Gray Wolf


The gray wolf is an amazingly adaptable creature that can live in many different habitats. It is a social animal which often forms packs that stick together.
Biological Overview of the Polar Bear


This article provides a brief biological summary of the polar bear.
BO - Wildife - Ley N° 12301
Brief Overview of Chimpanzee Laws


This article briefly covers the main threats to chimpanzee welfare, the tools currently in place to protect them, and suggestions for improving their status.
Brief Overview of Polar Bears


This article provides a brief overview of the threats facing polar bears.
Brief Summary of Elephants and the Ivory Trade This paper will examine the global ivory trade and its effect of elephant populations. It begins with a historical discussion of ivory demand as well as the relationship between elephants and ivory. The paper then looks at poaching rates over time and the poaching industry generally. Next, the paper considers two competing approaches to elephant conservation and catalogues how they have informed CITES decisions regarding elephants beginning in 1975. In addition, it discusses relevant laws in ivory-producing nations and consuming nations. Finally, the paper examines U.S. laws regarding elephants and ivory, as well as legal challenges to those policies.
Brief Summary of Feral Cat Population Control


This is a brief overview of feral cat population issues. Opposing viewpoints on cat control are presented. Issues of legal liability for cat predation are explored.
Brief Summary of Gray Wolf Legal Challenges from 2005 to the Present


This brief summary discusses the ongoing legal battle between environmental groups and the federal government concerning the gray wolf's status on the Endangered Species List since 2005.

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