Our Wildlife programs defend all wild animals, both captive and free, from cruelty and avoidable suffering, from exploitation, or from threats to their survival or well-being. Our work embraces all creatures, from backyard squirrels to black bears.
News & Resources
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March 17, 2010
Close Encounters of the Moose Kind
Even when you live in rural Vermont, seeing a moose takes you by surprise. But every now and then, serendipity taps you on the shoulder.
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March 17, 2010
HSI Supports Wildlife Protection in Costa Rica
HSI and Asociación de Pequeños Productores de Talamanca are hosting a Cacao Fair to promote wildlife conservation and environmentally responsible agricultural practices.
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March 16, 2010
Experts Critical of Proposed California Bear Hunt Changes
A leading environmental attorney and wildlife biologist filed comments with the California Fish and Game Commission citing serious concerns with state proposals to expand bear hunting.
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March 16, 2010
Poll Shows Canadians Support Banning Trade of Polar Bear Parts
A poll conducted by the Environics Research Group shows 82 percent of Canadians support banning the commercial trade in polar bear parts on the international market under CITES.
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March 16, 2010
Hollywood Office "ACE's" Set of Animal Films
Documentaries focusing on animal welfare issues such as exotic pet ownership have gained widespread recognition this year, thanks in part to The HSUS's Animal Content in Entertainment (ACE) program.