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Habitats News

Habitats

A habitat is the natural living or dwelling environment for a particular plant or animal species.  Many habitats are ecosystems in and of themselves in which there is a delicate balance of temperature, humidity, flora and fauna; and even the slightest environmental disruption can be dangerous for the native wildlife or organism. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Articles about Habitats

  • 6 of the saddest zoos in the world

    Mon, May 16 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Zoos have come a long way from the wildlife prisons of the past, but a few still cling to outdated, inhumane practices.

  • 'Asian unicorn' reserve created to protect mysterious species

    Thu, Apr 14 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Often a victim of poaching, a fourth habitat has been reserved for the rare animal.

  • Protected habitat designated for endangered belugas

    Fri, Apr 08 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Habitat designation aims to improve the population of the whales as well as keep the water and air around the area clean.

  • Vulnerable gorilla owes fate to ancient climate change and humans

    Fri, Apr 01 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Both eastern and western gorillas behave very similarly, and both now face challenges for survival.

  • India cheers rising tiger numbers amid habitat concerns

    Mon, Mar 28 2011 at 6:41 AM

    India has seen almost 300 new tigers but the tigers have seen a loss of 8,000 square miles of habitats due to encroaching development plans.

  • How to start your own waterpod

    Fri, Mar 18 2011 at 3:50 PM

    You, too, can build your own floating eco-habitat.

  • Jaguars vs. Ranchers: Livestock attacks spur poisoning threat

    Fri, Mar 18 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Jaguars have moved locations to avoid the threats of deforestation caused by the construction of a new dam.

  • 14 amazing camouflaged animals

    Fri, Mar 04 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Can you spot all 14 of these incognito critters?

  • Hoping to create tourist draw, Missouri will get elk herd

    Fri, Feb 18 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Missouri joins Pennsylvania and Kentucky in offering elk viewing centers in an effort to ramp up tourism.

  • Infographic: Troubled tigers

    Wed, Jan 26 2011 at 10:36 AM

    As one Year of the Tiger comes to an end, experts are racing to stop the big cats from going extinct by the next one in 2022.

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