Gulf Oil Wildlife Disaster Demand a solution!

Gulf Central

Bottle of oil and water, (c) Krista SchlyerFind out what Defenders is doing in the Gulf and what YOU can do to help. Then visit the Defenders blog to get the latest news on the disaster.

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Summer 2010 Magazine

Throwing Sharks a Lifeline

Each year, millions of sharks - often incorrectly portrayed as killing machines - are killed to fill soup bowls.

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Get Involved!

Defenders’ Wildlife Volunteer Corps gives wildlife a helping hand by connecting people with fun volunteer opportunities.  See our past projects and learn how you may participate.

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Stay Informed

Polar Bears, (c) Paul Nicklin

Climate Change and Wildlife

From hotter days to loss of animal homes to chemical changes in our air and water, the greatest threat to wildlife today is climate change.

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Know Your Animals

Hummingbird facts

Hummingbirds

Percentage wise, this tiny creature has the largest brain of all birds. 

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