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Presentation to Osher Life Long Learning Institute, San Diego University, November 27, 2023 There are a number of competing theories about the form of early human-wolf relationships and the evolution of the wolf to the dog. While speculative and themselves changing as more archeological evidence emerges, they’re significant, and they provide a backdrop to the question of how we can live with or without wolves. Dogs and Wolves: How can we live with them; How can we live without them?

Please listen & share. Did you know that NATIVE threatened species have been fenced in and starved so that non native destructive cows can graze on PUBLIC LAND for pennies on the dollar inside a NATIONAL WILDLIFE PARK? Yep this is how the #usa #government operates. It's never for the benefit of the public always just for the few Karen Moulder Craig Downer Jane Velez-Mitchell #wildlifeconservation #wildlife #wildlifeonearth #publicpolicy #publiclands #parks #nationalparks #nationalparkservice #conservation #conservationheroes #conservationefforts #education #california #media #news #climatechange #climateaction #science

RARE WILDLIFE BEHAVIOR CAPTURED ON FILM: TUNE IN TOMORROW ON PBS 🦅 🌳 🎥 Don't miss "Raptors: A Fistful of Daggers," airing on PBS from April 10 to 17 at 8/7c. This two-part miniseries, which I participated in off-camera, showcases a fascinating array of birds of prey, including both iconic and lesser-known species. Through captivating footage, the series dives into what makes birds of prey some of the planet's most adept predators. My favorite storyline in the series features the Secretary bird—an iconic and charismatic snake-eating bird native to South Africa. Our team had the privilege of tracking down a pair of these birds at #BabanangoGameReserve and capturing them exhibiting unique behavior that, until now, had never been filmed for a television audience. Renowned for their snake-eating prowess, Secretary birds have a diverse diet including various species of insects, rodents, lizards, and even venomous snakes. Unlike many other raptors, Secretary birds primarily hunt on foot rather than in flight. Their diet, consisting mostly of small prey, requires them to be highly active hunters. This has led to the evolution of their long legs, which they use to efficiently navigate grasslands and flush out hidden prey before delivering forceful kicks to incapacitate their prey before consuming it whole. Despite their effectiveness as hunting tools, their heavy legs are not well-suited for flight. To compensate, Secretary birds have evolved a large wingspan akin to a vulture's, enabling them to climb thermal vents and soar across large expanses of arid savannah between hunting grounds. However, their large wingspan does not lend to the agile flight required to navigate through tight spaces in tree canopies. Therefore, Secretary birds have adapted to nesting atop trees, often choosing trees with umbrella canopies just a few meters above the ground for ease of access. The downside is that during the hot breeding season, their nests, and in turn, their chick are exposed to the harsh African sun, posing a challenge for the parents to keep their offspring hydrated. Unlike many other birds of prey that obtain water from the blood of their prey, Secretary birds have developed a unique behavior to address this challenge - and you can see it as well as a ton of other jaw-dropping footage on PBS tomorrow night! Keep an eye out for my name in the credits!! 😎

Great, short explanation of what is taking place with FL condos.

New video at Leadline Down! "What’s in a Name? Why the Florida Bass is Recognized as Different from the Largemouth Bass." It is great to see our work affecting management of this economically very important group of species! Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/eMimqXup

Ask Hutch What is the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation? The foremost experts on the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation come together to discuss its role in the rescue, recovery, and future of our wildlife resources. At the end of the nineteenth century, North America suffered a catastrophic loss of wildlife driven by unbridled resource extraction, market hunting, and unrelenting subsistence killing. This crisis led powerful political forces in the United States and Canada to collaborate in the hopes of reversing the process, not merely halting the extinctions but returning wildlife to abundance. While there was great understanding of how to manage wildlife in Europe, where wildlife management was an old, mature profession, Continental methods depended on social values often unacceptable to North Americans. Even Canada, a loyal colony of England, abandoned wildlife management as practiced in the mother country and joined forces with like-minded Americans to develop a revolutionary system of wildlife conservation. In time, and surviving the close scrutiny and hard ongoing debate of open, democratic societies, this series of conservation practices became known as the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. In this book, editors Shane P. Mahoney and Valerius Geist, both leading authorities on the North American Model, bring together their expert colleagues to provide a comprehensive overview of the origins, achievements, and shortcomings of this highly successful conservation approach. This volume • reviews the emergence of conservation in late nineteenth–early twentieth century North America • provides detailed explorations of the Model's institutions, principles, laws, and policies • places the Model within ecological, cultural, and socioeconomic contexts • describes the many economic, social, and cultural benefits of wildlife restoration and management • addresses the Model's challenges and limitations while pointing to emerging opportunities for increasing inclusivity and optimizing implementation Studying the North American experience offers insight into how institutionalizing policies and laws while incentivizing citizen engagement can result in a resilient framework for conservation. Written for wildlife professionals, researchers, and students, this book explores the factors that helped fashion an enduring conservation system, one that has not only rescued, recovered, and sustainably utilized wildlife for over a century, but that has also advanced a significant economic driver and a greater scientific understanding of wildlife ecology. For more insight reach out to Hutch https://lnkd.in/g3iyrEp2 #savethehuntcolorado

#TeamMemberSpotlight on Shane Brett of our City of Hudson, Ohio line clearance team! Shane leads his team #TheDaveyWay with #Safety at the center of everything he does. As an expert arborist, Shane knows the importance of precision tree felling. When asked about the 6 steps, he didn't hesitate to answer! So, what are the 6 steps to precision tree felling? Let's test your knowledge! #LineClearance #TreeTrimming

"🐒 Explore the fascinating world of mandrills in the heart of the urban jungle! 🏙️ Watch as these intelligent primates go about their day, from snacking secrets to curious encounters with the city's mysteries. Join us for a delightful adventure with these remarkable creatures! #WildlifeWonders #MandrillMoments #UrbanJungleAdventures"

📣Y'all help #YourTopDollarAgent spread the word about our #NewListing nestled inside almost 7 acres of wooded seclusion in #PineMountainGA. #DeepRootsTeam knows #DeepRootsMatter. Details & video tour @ link below!

Educating your community members is important! Check out one of our new video series that aims to give people valuable information on topics that matter to them. The latest FAQ we're addressing is the utilization of goat grazing for buckthorn removal in park areas: https://lnkd.in/gKExq_cm