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African Animal Safari

andihong — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 05:19:29 +0000

One of the keys to enjoying an African animal safari is to do your homework before you leave.
Homework means doing a little research on the animals you intend to see. Many people who think African animal safari want to see the big five which is understandable however, don’t forget that Africa has so much more to offer in the way of wildlife.
The “big five” comprise the African lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and buffalo. Yes, they are exciting to see in the wild but Africa’s bird wildlife is spectacular and should be included in your itinerary.
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Isn’t Live Animal Research Livlier?

andihong — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 23:49:26 +0000

In 2008 European researchers demonstrated that when cows and deer are resting or grazing, they face magnetic north or south. Before that the only mammals known to have magnetic-compass orientation were a few species of bats and rodents. Now researchers have discovered that when cows and deer are near power lines, they position themselves randomly. Power lines locally change the earth’s magnetic field. That cows and deer return to their usual north-south alignment away from power lines is taken as further evidence that they sense and respond to magnetic fields. Why this happens is the next Read more

Animal studies

andihong — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 06:30:00 +0000

PLoS Medicine is a sufficiently new journal that we are often doing something for the first time. This issue’’s first is the publication of a research article that reports data exclusively from animals, more precisely from six cynomolgus macaques used to test the efficacy of a new Lassa fever vaccine. There is no question that animal studies are an important part of medical research, but which ones, if any, belong in a medical journal? More to the point, which ones belong in PLoS Medicine? Although our journal’’s focus is on human studies, we have decided, on Read more

Many Animals Die in the Name of Beauty

andihong — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 14:39:40 +0000

Many animals suffer and die needlessly in the name of beauty to ensure that Botox injections used by millions of men and women worldwide are safe.

This sad fact was uncovered by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) that urged the public to avoid Botox for cosmetic purposes until its manufacturer Allergan stops testing the product on animals.

“The HSUS acknowledges that Botox has several medical uses that are beneficial to humans and those uses should continue. But we are also aware that nearly half of the drug is for beauty enhancement. Consumers need to know Read more

Know the Way Exotic Animals Behave

andihong — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:58:56 +0000

Many people are tense by the covet to own exotic pets.

Some say it is to answer the indigence to be different and unique. Some have this obsession for something exotic. Others are minimally called into the windswept.

No issue what the reasons may be, everybody who wants to own an exotic pet will definitely do everything to do so.

Basic Requirements in Owning an Exotic Pet

There are many stuff to respect in owning a pet. However, there are necessary considerations before bringing home the exotic animal.

The household must have the physical structures wanted Read more

Self-sacrifice in Animals

andihong — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:13:08 +0000

Living beings have to reproduce to continue their species. However, reproduction by itself often proves insufficient, because if living things fail to provide adequate care for their offspring, the newborn cannot survive. In other words, if living things did not feel the need to protect and look after their offspring and did not do this successfully, newborn creatures would not be able to look after themselves and would soon die.

When we look at nature, we see the majority of living things display amazing self-sacrifice in order to protect and provide the best care for their Read more

Careers In Wildlife Management – Great Tips For Animal Lovers

andihong — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:50:54 +0000

When choosing a career, do what you love. If your interests lie in animals, there are a number of careers to look into. Zoology, veterinary or wildlife management is just a few to compare to your interests. Also, while doing your search, look at your secondary interests to help narrow down the fields of interest.

If your secondary interest runs down the line of science or biology, you should take a closer look at a career as a zoologist. Maybe you’re interested in the healing aspects; the field of a veterinarian would be a good career choice. A career in wildlife Read more

Dogs That Know When Their Owners Are Coming Home and Other Unexplained Powers of Animals

andihong — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:03:58 +0000

Does your pet know what you’re thinking? Rupert Sheldrake thinks so. As do animal communicators – they always say that they “talk” to animals by forming pictures in their head, which the animals can “read” and respond to in a similar manner. It may sound a bit out there, but just think about how cats disappear completely on the day they’re supposed to be going to the vet, even though you apparently did nothing to give it away (like take out the carrier). But the thought was probably in your head. I think it’s possible for all of us to talk to Read more

The Latest Rfid Animal Tag Reduces The Chance Of Animal Infection

andihong — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:51:30 +0000

According to the USDA’s RFID Animal-Tracking Project Report, the correct rfid animal tag application is important, not only for tag retention but also to prevent infection. Thus, DAILY RFID has recently unveiled a series of hygienic RFID Animal Ear Tags to reduce the chance of infection.

Constructed from polyurethane, these RFID Animal ear tags can reduce the chance of animal infection while deploying the RFID livestock tracking program. Because it is not easy for bacteria to grow on the polyurethane material.

These LF 134.2KHz RFID Animal ear tags are suitable for Read more

Orlando Teems With Eclectic Animal Attractions

andihong — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:09:22 +0000

Take a safari adventure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, watch killer whales perform at SeaWorld Orlando, swim with bottlenose dolphins at Discovery Cove and witness the world-famous “Gator Jumparoo” at Gatorland. All of these once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and much more are available in Orlando – “The Vacation Capital of the World.”

Make Disney’s Animal Kingdom the first stop on your fun-filled tour of Central Florida animal attractions. In addition to live shows and thrill rides, Animal Kingdom is home to a variety of diverse animal habitats. Highlights of Animal Kingdom Read more