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Vermont: Join a Thought-Provoking Philosophy Talk on Insects!

Join In Defense of Animals for a thought-provoking philosophy talk on insects for Philosophy Week in Vermont.

insects, Vermont, Wild Animals

Forests Aren’t Broken: Reject Sham Attempt to Fix Them

Reject destructive misleading Fix Our Forests Bill in the U.S. Senate. It will dry out forests, increase wildfire danger, and endanger more homes and people.

Protect Salamanders from a Deadly Disease & the Pet Trade!

Support a ban on salamander imports to protect wild populations from deadly fungus and stop exploitation in the pet trade. Act now to save salamanders!

amphibians, captive animals, reptiles, salamander, United States, Wild Animals

Michigan: Protect Geese & Communities Roundtable Discussion

In Defense of Animals’ National Goose Protection Coalition hosts a free goose mitigation webinar to protect geese from being gassed to death in Michigan.

End Canada’s Senseless Slaughter of Seals

Canada is trying to revive its dying commercial seal hunt. Urge officials to end this outdated slaughter and protect seals instead. Take action now!

Canada, seals, Wild Animals

How To Weigh In On Your State’s Wildlife Action Plan

Speak up for wild animals! Learn how to influence your state's Wildlife Action Plan to ensure all species receive the protection they deserve.

United States, Wild Animals

It’s Now the Year of the Snake, But Snakes Always Deserve Respect

Snakes are misunderstood & feared, but they deserve respect & protection every day. Like all animals, they are sentient beings with intrinsic value.

respect, snakes, Year of the Snake

Protect Giraffes Now: Urge Endangered Species Act Listing to Secure Their Future

Giraffes are facing extinction. Urge the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect them under the Endangered Species Act before it’s too late!

giraffe, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), United States, Wild Animals

Protect Lynx & Snowshoe Rabbit Habitat Across the Western United States

Urge Fish & Wildlife Service to protect the Canada lynx! Comment now to support critical habitat designations and ensure they include habit connectivity.

lynx, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), United States, Wild Animals

Save Wolves from Trapping, Hunting, & Cruelty Worldwide

Take action to protect wolves from global threats like killing contests, cruel practices, and weakened protections. Wolves need your voice now!

Canada, United States, Wild Animals, wolf

Protect Manatees in Florida & Puerto Rico!

Urge the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect manatees by approving a proposed rule that would update critical habitat for them.

endangered species, environment, Florida, habitat, manatees, Puerto Rico, Wildlife

Chronic Animal Suffering at SeaQuest Calls For Shutdown, Not Extended Probation

In Defense of Animals is urging the state of New Jersey to revoke Woodbridge Seaquest’s license and close the facility due to critical animal welfare issues, immense…

animal cruelty, animal exploitation, animals in entertainment, aquariums, birds, fish, New Jersey, pigs, reptiles, SeaQuest

Victory! Poison-Free Wildlife Act Signed into Law in California

Victory for animals! California’s Poison-Free Wildlife Act, signed into law, limits deadly rodenticides, protecting rats, mice, and other wild animals.

California, cougars, hawks, mice, poison, rats, rodenticide, Wild Animals

Boiling is Brutal: Save 2,000 Lobsters Doomed by Church Fundraiser

St. Thomas Episcopal Church plans to kill 2,000 lobsters for its Lobsterfest, causing immense suffering. It's time for compassionate alternatives.

Alabama, lobster, Vegan, Wild Animals

New Jersey Residents: Help Ban Wild Animal Killing Contests

New Jersey residents are urged to contact their state senator and two state representatives and ask them to support A.1142/S.2754, banning cruel wild animal killing…

bobcat, coyote, crows, fox, hunting, New Jersey, raccoons, Wild Animals

UPDATE: Brutal Swan Killers Escape Justice in New York

Last year, a group of three teens brutally killed a beloved swan named Faye in Syracuse, New York. The court outcome was extremely disappointing & inadequate.

Justice for Animals, New York, swans, Wild Animals

Victory! Octopus Farming & Farmed Octopus Flesh Sales Banned in California

California is now the second state to ban the practice of octopus farming on land and in water and the sale of farmed octopus flesh within California.

ban animal sales, California, Farmed Animals, octopus, Wild Animals

Illinois Residents: Next Step Needed to Ban Wild Animal Killing Contests

Illinois residents are urged to contact their state senator and ask them to support HB 2900, banning cruel wild animal killing contests.

coyote, fox, hunting, raccoons, Wild Animals

Keep Octopuses Wild: Help Ban Octopus Farming in the US with Federal Legislation

The OCTOPUS Act would ban octopus farming nationally and also the importation of farmed octopuses into the United States.

Farmed Animals, octopus farming, Wild Animals

URGENT: No Sign-Off On Destruction Project at Tomales Bay

Tell the California Coastal Commissioners to say no to CalParks herbicides, chainsaws, & chippers in Tomales Bay State Park. Industrial forest “thinning” increases…

Tomales Bay State Park, Wild Animals

Victory! North America’s Largest Convention Center Installs Life-Saving Bird-Safe Window Film

McCormick Place Lakeside Center has taken a crucial step in safeguarding migratory birds by installing bird safe window film on its iconic glass walls.

bird collisions, bird safe, bird strikes, bird-safe buildings, birds, Chicago, McCormick Place, migratory birds

MEDIA RELEASE: Outrage Over Animal Replacement for Abusive Pony Rides at Griffith Park

The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks introduced animal models to replace pony rides at Griffith Park. Los Angeles Alliance for Animals delivered…

animals in entertainment, California, horses, Los Angeles, pony rides

MEDIA RELEASE: America’s Largest Convention Center Installs Life-Saving Bird-Safe Window Film

After receiving nearly 50,000 emails from In Defense of Animals supporters, McCormick Place Lakeside Center has taken a crucial step in safeguarding migratory birds…

bird-safe buildings, birds, Chicago, migratory birds, Victory, Wild Animals

MEDIA RELEASE: Finland’s Red Flag for San Francisco Zoo’s $70 Million Panda Gamble

In Defense of Animals, SF Zoo Watch, and Panda Voices are calling on Mayor London Breed and the San Francisco Zoo to immediately abandon their reckless and costly…

giant panda, San Francisco, Wild Animals

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