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The Wilderness Act Turns 50
By John Weaver published
In terms of America’s best ideas, wilderness ranks alongside National Parks.

A Centenary for the Last Passenger Pigeon (Op-Ed)
By Steve Zack published
On the one-hundredth anniversary of the last passenger pigeon's death, reflections on the loss of darkened skies.

As Sharks Disappear, So Could Shark Week (Op-Ed)
By Caleb McClennen published
Shark Week can be terrifying, but sharks have much more to fear than we do.

New York's Power to Fight Illegal Ivory (Op-Ed)
By John Calvelli published
Just in time for World Elephant Day (Aug. 12), New York today banned the sale of ivory in the state.

Even Zookeepers Have Their Favorites (Op-Ed)
By Cindy Maur published
As a zookeeper, sometimes you get to pick favorites (but don't tell the monkeys).

Chasing Alligators, Dodging Parrots: A Zookeeper's Life (Op-Ed)
By Christopher Scoufaras published
What scares a zookeeper may not be what you expect.

Only Zookeepers Get to Feed the Penguins (Op-Ed)
By Nora Beirne published
Zookeepers have an interesting job — some days you cuddle with endangered species, others you just try not to get bitten.

Sustainable Ranching: Where Cows and Capybara Roam (Op-Ed)
By Julie Kunen published
In the Pantanal of Brazil, ranchers and wildlife co-exist.
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