Wildlife and Exotics
Animals and Pet Cloning Opinion Polls
Submitted on Jun 28, 2008 Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Farmed Animals | Wildlife and Exotics
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Hosted by the Center for Genetics and Society, this compilation presents a summary of public opinion about pet and animal cloning from various sources including Gallup, Time/CNN, FOX News, etc. Overall, a majority of the U.S. public opposes the cloning of companion animals.
Public Opinion Survey about State Management of Grizzly Bears and Wolves in the Northern Rockies
Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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Public support for the management of grizzly bears and wolves in the Northern Rockies was greater in areas where the likelihood of conflicts with humans or property was also greatest. This is more true of private land than public spaces. Greater support was also noted for non-lethal means of intervention as opposed to lethal means.
Wildlife Poll Warning to Labour
Submitted on Jun 22, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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A public opinion poll sponsored by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds found that 65% of respondents would be more likely to vote for the Labour party if the government changed the law to give greater protection to wildlife, suggesting that the government neglects wildlife issues at its peril.
Gallup Values and Beliefs Survey
Submitted on Jun 21, 2008 Animal Experimentation | Wildlife and Exotics
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According to Gallup's 2008 Values and Belief's Survey, there were no significant changes in U.S. public opinion from last year's survey for the following animal issues: medical testing on animals; cloning animals; and fur clothing. However, when compared with 2001 data, fewer people today think medical testing on animals and wearing animal fur are "morally acceptable."
Bobcat Hunter/Trapper Survey 2005 (Wisconsin)
Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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In 2005, approximately three-fourths (73%) of permitted Wisconsin hunters and trappers reported hunting and trapping of bobcats during the 2005 season, with 45% of these saying that they successfully killed or trapped a bobcat. Only 3% of respondents said they later released the trapped bobcats.
The Missing Link (Hunting and Child Abuse are Correlated)
Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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This article summarizes an Animal People study that examines the cultural relationship between rates of hunting participation and crimes against children in New York, Ohio, and Michigan, finding that "hunting and child abuse reflect the degree to which dominionism prevails in a particular community."
CRS Report for Congress, International Illegal Trade in Wildlife: Threats and U.S. Policy
Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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This detailed research study examines the illegal wildlife trade, estimated to be between $5-$20 billion per annum. The illegal trade presents several potential threats to the environment (loss of biodiversity, introduction of invasive species, transmission of disease) and national security (links between wildlife trafficking and organized crime and drug trafficking) to the United States.
The Road to Helping Animals is Paved with Good Intentions (AV Magazine Article)
Submitted by Che on Jun 07, 2008 Advocacy Strategies | Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Wildlife and Exotics[This article will appear in the summer 2008 edition of AV Magazine] People love animals. And while people mostly love their companion animals and fellow primates, they also indicate strong support for the welfare of farmed animals, wildlife, and research animals. Most also think we should have strict laws enforcing protection for all types of animals. In an abstract sense, a strong majority of people support not just reducing animal suffering, but even eliminating it entirely. This is the good news about the public's attitude toward animals... [Continued]
Hunters' Opinions on Wildlife Management and Other Hunting Issues in Washington
Submitted on May 29, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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This study was conducted for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to determine hunters’ opinions on wildlife management in the state, as well as on selected hunting regulations and other hunting issues. Among the specific animals discussed are deer, elk, waterfowl, gamebirds, wolves, cougars, and bears, among others.
Public Opinion on Hunting and Wildlife Management in Washington
Submitted on May 23, 2008 Wildlife and Exotics
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According to this 2008 survey, 82% of Washington state residents approve of legal, regulated hunting, while 12% disapprove, most commonly on the basis of animal rights or opposition to killing animals. The overall approval of hunting has remained nearly the same from 2002 to 2008.