Food Security Depends On Endangered Bumblebees

The Rusty Patched Bumblebee The rusty patched bumblebee has been on the endangered species list since 2017. However, this species is still at risk of extinction despite being protected by the Endangered Species Act. Recently, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) ignored the species’ declining status by refusing to designate critical habitat. Although the […]

Higher Standards for Zoos

The murder, mayhem, and madness unmasked on the hit-show Tiger King have come to an end. As of August 18th, the zoo featured in this show has closed, following the suspension of its animal exhibition license. Nevertheless, Tiger King was an instant hit with over 34 million unique viewers watching the show within its first […]

Endangered Species – Protecting and Supporting Animal Rights

Although most people absolutely love and care for animals, there are many people who kill animals for fun.  I think animals should be protected, live freely, and be left alone when they need to.  If you look at the numbers of animals being hunted each year, you will understand.  There are way too many animals […]

The Danger of the Chinese Fishing Trips to the Galápagos

Details on the Fleet Every year, a Chinese fishing fleet makes its way to the international waters near the Galápagos Islands. This year, 260 fishing vessels made the journey across the Pacific Ocean and are stationed a few hundred miles off the coast. This annual journey is made with the goal of catching unique, and […]