Birds migrate in order to avoid the physiological stress of cold weather and to take advantage of distant food resources. Some species migrate a few kilometers while others will travel hundreds or thousands of kilometers. Bad weather systems, predators, and habitat destruction prevent as many as half of migrating birds surviving to their destination. The […]
The California State Senate has approved S.B. 1221, a bill that bans hound hunting of bears and bobcats, protecting all 3 animals. The bill is now one signature away from becoming law. It is on Governor Jerry Brown’s desk waiting for him to sign. Governor Brown has signed other animal protection bills including outlawing the […]
