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Good News for South Georgia Island’s Pipit Population

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A bird species battling an onslaught of invasive rats just got a glimpse of hope. While this is happy news for any parents, and wonderful news for any threatened species (these Pipits live only on Antarctica’s South Georgia Island and number only 3,000-4,000 pairs), it’s tremendous news for those trying to eradicate rats from the island.

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Rats Taking Over from Mice in Labs

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I recently fostered the sweetest little rat and I currently have two mice. And, of course, our old friend, Charles River Laboratories, will be a major supplier of lab rats. While both rats and mice have similarities to humans, rats win out in key areas. Therefore, this Boston Globe article saddens me on both levels.

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Little Barrier Island and the New Zealand Storm-petrel

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It also is home to the breeding sites of vulnerable seabirds including the Cook’s Petrel and Black Petrel, both species are considered vulnerable. Black Petrels ( Procellaria parkinsoni ) only breed on two islands, of which Little Barrier is one. New Zealand Storm-petrel (right) with White-faced Storm-petrel (left).

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Seizures In Dogs: Could Your Dog Have A Seizure?

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Here are some of the most common causes of/risk factors for seizures in dogs: Breed Susceptibility. Some dog breeds are prone to inherited metabolic disorders that may cause seizures. Along with breeds susceptible to low blood sugar that may cause seizures, puppies of any breed are also prone to the condition.

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A Field Guide to the Wildlife of South Georgia: A Book Review by a Penguin Groupie

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The length of each bird species account varies, depending on whether the bird is native or a “visitor” (the book’s term for migrant) or vagrant, breeding or non breeding. They breed in dense colonies, incubate their single egg on the feet, and take more than a year to fledge a chick.

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The Cocha Antshrike

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In short, I truly believe that there still are, maybe not plenty but a good number of species that to this day go unnoticed to the scientific eye, but are surely known to the indigenous peoples (the best example is the newly discovered giant rat from the Solomon Islands). The Cocha Antshrike was one of these species not long ago.

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Breast Cancer in Pets

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In fact, I experienced it first hand when my pet rat developed breast cancer late in her life. Most “at-risk” breeds: poodle, Brittany spaniel, English setter, pointer, fox terrier, cocker spaniel, Boston terrier. Here are some great facts about breast cancer in dogs and cats. Thanks to PurinaCare for sending them our way.