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Aldo Leopold was a great conservationist and scientist, one to be believed as the greatest conservation talker even. After graduating college with a Masters degree in forestry, he dedicated his life to many aspects of nature. He wanted people to understand that nature should thrive and that people can be a part of it - within reason. His time to shine was when many natural resources were depleted and the environment was lacking qualities that it should have. Aldo was born on January 11, 1887 in…

To estimate the population size of the Gray Fox, we are going to set up live traps during the winter months between January- February. This will be the best time of the year to trap the fox because during the winter months they are heavily out hunting to keep up there fat content in there body’s to stay warm. We will be trapping the fox’s at night since they are most active during the evening hours. Live traps will be used to trap the foxes, we will put out dead bait for the fox’s to smell…

Rick Laakman For 101 Dr. Lee 11/29/15 The goal of Mexican grey wolf recovery program in Arizona and New Mexico is to establish a self sustaining population and eventual removal from the endangered species list. However, the procedures of the program are counterproductive to its goal first off the breeding program that was used prior to the initial release that had the wolves being handled by humans from birth. Then place of release the national forest of New Mexico and Arizona a massive span…

Within living organisms, the main objective for most seems to be survival, but there are many ways to achieve this. While some animals may choose to work alone, other, cleverer animals, have decided to work together as teams instead of individuals. Through this method, many new opportunities are opened for these animals that were not opened before. New types of hunting and gathering styles are now possible that would be dangerous or impossible for single individuals. Faster methods of…

Representatives of the I-75 Express Lanes Project Construction team met with the Evy Garcia (EG) to discuss her concerns regarding the increase presence of bugs, insects, snakes and iguanas in the back of her property. EG stated the insect and reptile problem has occurred due to construction activities in the area, and that because of this infestation she has not been able to watch her grandson. EG demanded to know what the department planned to do about this problem. Ed Perez (EP) advised EG…

Imagine walking out of your house and you are face to face with a wolf. Nothing else matters as you gaze into its strange and peculiar eyes. For some this may seem like a fantasy, but for others, this is everyday of their lives. There is a huge debate whether wolves should be alowed to live and roam where they used to live before they were taken away. Some people believe that these wolves will only bring more chaos with them. But others say that these wolves can make our lives a more eutopian…

In the middle of lake superior, there is an idyllic island, 45 miles long and 9 miles wide. It has untouched lakes, thousands of moose, and a dwindling population of wolves. I have been there 2 times, and both times it was an experience I will never forget. This is Isle Royale, the least visited national park in the contiguous US, and the largest island in lake superior. I have hiked over 100 miles on the island, but there are 12 that stand out as the most physically challenging day of my life.…

IRISH TERRIER ORIGIN AND HISTORY The Irish terrier is one of the older terrier breeds. Its solid red coat and long, sleek body distinguish it from other terriers. Earlier Irish terriers were black and tan, grey and brindle with the solid reds appearing at the end of the 19th century. In 1879 Champions Erin and Kilney Boy appeared at a show in Glasgow and are considered the mother and father of the breed. During that era the Irish terrier was one of the most popular breeds both in England and…

National Park Rangers have incredibly important jobs when it comes to the health of an environment. Park Rangers have the ability to cause considerable change to an environment in a positive or negative way. The role of the national park ranger is to “protect, conserve, and to provide for the enjoyment of our nation 's heritage” (Maciha). National Park Rangers know better than anyone that the most basic of changes can cause an environment, or more specifically an ecosystem to crumble. The most…

Foxes and Wolves From wicked to cunning, from proud to spiteful, the wolf and the fox have both been characterized as villains amongst the animal kingdom for many years, but behind the shared claws and fangs, the two creatures are completely different in their methods of deceit. Both being of the Canis genus, the wolf and the fox are cousins. However, they are very different in their movements and behaviors. While both are seen as treacherous creatures, the fox is agile and cunning while the…