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Hikers Stand Their Ground Against Bull Elephant

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The reason for the Bull advancing on us became later evident when we were told by the clients that one member of the group had tried to run down the river bank and another had moved position, we were not aware of this during the encounter as we where approx 4 – 5 meters in…

Animals, Art, Nature

An Animated Chart of 42 North American Butterflies

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From Eleanor Lutz @ Tabletop Whale, a beautiful, animated chart. Here’s how Ms. Lutz describes her creation: I checked out six butterfly field guides from the library and picked out some of the species I thought were the most unique and beautiful. It’s meant as a chart of decorative species illustrations rather than an educational…

Animals, Nature

After removing a giant dam in Washington State

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After a huge dam was demolished in Washington, U.S. Geological Survey researchers say salmon populations began to recover and 70 acres of new beach provided a new habitat for Dungeness crabs, clams, and other species. Via Glines Canyon Dam explosion: Washington State dam demolition @ Slate.