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From: Alan Sondheim <sondheim@panix.com>
To: Cyb <cybermind@listserv.aol.com>,
"WRYTING-L : Writing and Theory across Disciplines" <WRYTING-L@LISTSERV.UTORONTO.CA>
Subject: WWF May E-Newsletter: Rediscovering the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker
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Date: Wed, 18 May 2005 19:22:02 -0400 (EDT)
________________________________________________________________ World Wildlife Fund E-newsletter for a Living Planet May 2005 ________________________________________________________________ In this issue *Rediscovering the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker *WWF Helps Save Injured Elephant *Gardening With a Truly Green Thumb *The Power of Just $5/month... *An Auction to Help WWF in Canada ________________________________________________________________ To see an HTML version of this email, please click here: http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/hostedemail/email.htm?h=573c979abe8d189246cab7ef50685f0b&CID=114534906 ******************************************************** * Hot Topics * WWF's Competition for Smart Fishing Gear http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116417&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 Rebuilding After the Tsunami & Saving Forests http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116418&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 Free WWF e-Postcards for Dads & Grads http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116419&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 Madagascar -- The Galapagos of Africa http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116420&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * Do You Know? * What percent of the world's chameleon species are native to Madagascar? a. 25% http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116421&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 b. 54% http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116422&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 c. 67% http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116423&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 d. 97% http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116424&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 Question submitted by: Rachel F. Jacksonville, FL Have a great animal question? Email it to us! ecomments@wwfus.org - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * Celebrity Species* Rediscovering the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker A major victory for nature was won last month when The Nature Conservancy and the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology reported that an ivory-billed woodpecker had been spotted for the first time in more than 60 years in the Big Woods of eastern Arkansas. The discovery of an ivory-billed, long thought extinct due to habitat loss, has been praised by many as finding "nature's Holy Grail." This rare second chance from nature has given us highlights the need to preserve intact the world's critical landscapes. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116425&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 Ivory-Billed Woodpecker (Campephilus principalis) Habitat: Only known location: Big Woods, Arkansas Diet: Carpenter ants and several varieties of wood-boring insects Threats: Critically endangered (thought to be extinct) from habitat loss Fun Fact: Large woodpeckers like the ivory-billed and pileated (which look quite similar) often make themselves heard before they are seen by pounding large holes into trees. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * In the Field* WWF Rehabs, Releases Injured Pygmy Elephant Two years of hobbling on an injured leg have come to an end for Kaki - thanks to WWF staff and Malaysian wildlife officials who rescued and saved the young pygmy elephant in Borneo. Kaki - which means "foot" or "leg" in Malay - caught her foot in an illegally set wildlife snare. Unfortunately these snares are all too common in Borneo, and the wounds they inflict can cause life-threatening infections if left untreated. With only 1,600 pygmy elephants left in the wild on Borneo, it is important to protect all the remaining individuals, and thanks to the efforts of WWF staff in Borneo, Kaki is one more pygmy elephant that has a chance to make it to adulthood. Learn more about her rescue. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116426&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - *Get Involved* Gardening With a Truly Green Thumb Spring is finally upon us, and as you prepare for planting, keep in mind that gardening with the environment in mind allows you to enjoy nature while helping to maintain healthy ecosystems. WWF compiled over a dozen tips to make your garden an eco-friendly one. For example, use organic compost and mulch to improve soil health and collect rainwater to water your flowers. Visit the WWF Web site to learn more about how you can plan and maintain your garden with a truly green thumb. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116427&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 ---------------------------------------------------------------- FORWARD TO A FRIEND Through your involvement with WWF, you can do so much for the environment. But you and your friends together can do even more! Send them this email and help spread the word about conservation. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/forwardthis/ft.php?mID=30825&em=sondheim@panix.com&ch=78df61bea96bb38fe4f7713332da00 ---------------------------------------------------------------- OTHER WWF NEWSLETTERS Pennies for the Planet: Kids across the US and around the world are making a difference for the conservation of big cats. Don't be left out! Join the Pennies E-newsletter and be part of the fun. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116428&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 ---------------------------------------------------------------- DONATE NOW! Wildlife Rescue Team Did you know that with only $5/month you can make an ongoing impact on global conservation efforts? Your monthly commitment enables WWF to respond rapidly to immediate needs. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116429&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 Can we count on your generous gift today? ---------------------------------------------------------------- * Friends of WWF * Pandaroo by Murphy Own a one-of-a-kind work of art! This 6' tall hand painted fiberglass pandaroo was designed by Murphy, a GENArt artist in NYC. Pandaroo by Murphy is just one of a handful life-size fiberglass kangaroos that Aussie�, a Proctor & Gamble brand, commissioned. You can bid on Pandaroo today in an auction that will help support WWF's vital conservation programs in Canada. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116430&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WWF Credit Cards Did you know that whenever you use your WWF credit card to make a purchase, WWF receives a full 1 percent of the sale? Since 1995, WWF members and supporters have contributed more than $10 million to protect wildlife and habitats through the WWF credit card program. Three endangered species designs -- giant panda, tiger, and whale -- are issued by Chase, formerly Bank One. http://newsletter.worldwildlife.org/ct/ct.php?t=116431&c=114534906&m=m&type=3 ________________________________________________________________ Thank you for being a part of the WWF online community. 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