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Location: Arkansas | Recorded it to watch later. I know I'll be emotional watching it. . . |
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| Chandler's Mom - 2015-12-02 11:09 PM
Recorded it to watch later. I know I'll be emotional watching it. . .
The Ocelet ( small jungle cat) had only 150 left in known existence. They were one of my favorite animals growing up, love zoobooks. I didn't realize they were in so much danger :( |
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Location: Adopt a homeless pet - www.petfinder.com! | I wanted to watch it but was afraid it would make me too sad! When species become extinct due to natural reasons I don't have a problem with that, it's the cycle of the earth and everything living thing on it, but when humans are involved like with poaching or habitat destruction it really bothers me.
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| Calangelo - 2015-12-03 8:21 AM
I wanted to watch it but was afraid it would make me too sad! When species become extinct due to natural reasons I don't have a problem with that, it's the cycle of the earth and everything living thing on it, but when humans are involved like with poaching or habitat destruction it really bothers me.
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Location: East of the Pecos | americanpride08 - 2015-12-03 10:12 AM Calangelo - 2015-12-03 8:21 AM I wanted to watch it but was afraid it would make me too sad! When species become extinct due to natural reasons I don't have a problem with that, it's the cycle of the earth and everything living thing on it, but when humans are involved like with poaching or habitat destruction it really bothers me. Honestly everyone needs to watch it, because it has a heck of a lot to do with cattle and their global effect.
I can't watch it so please xpand on the connection to cattle. |
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | americanpride08 - 2015-12-03 10:12 AM Calangelo - 2015-12-03 8:21 AM I wanted to watch it but was afraid it would make me too sad! When species become extinct due to natural reasons I don't have a problem with that, it's the cycle of the earth and everything living thing on it, but when humans are involved like with poaching or habitat destruction it really bothers me. Honestly everyone needs to watch it, because it has a heck of a lot to do with cattle and their global effect.
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| Three 4 Luck - 2015-12-03 12:35 PM
americanpride08 - 2015-12-03 10:12 AM Calangelo - 2015-12-03 8:21 AM I wanted to watch it but was afraid it would make me too sad! When species become extinct due to natural reasons I don't have a problem with that, it's the cycle of the earth and everything living thing on it, but when humans are involved like with poaching or habitat destruction it really bothers me. Honestly everyone needs to watch it, because it has a heck of a lot to do with cattle and their global effect.
Pretty sure national geographic is part of the funding. But there is data across the board supporting the evidence that our demand for beef has increased to the point that the gases produced by such large numbers of cattle is changing the climate. Effecting ecosystems. Not to mention over grazing, and inability to cohabitate with other animals. Like the wild horses, not a day doesn't go by I don't see a round up notice on my Facebook for more horses. Wolves, bears, cougars ext.
Our population is another horrible growth rate that is effecting the world because it's hard to accommodate at the rate which it's growing. Then the episode covered things like poorer uneducated countries killing endangered species because they are uneducated, it's their only source of income or food. There are over a dozen species that have disappeared since I was 10 that I personally took interest in. This is serious problem, when complete ecosystems die off, especially oceanic ecosystems. Eventually, we as humans will be drastically effected. They didn't put anything about the bees in this episode, wish they had.. The honey bee is soon to be endangered at the rate were going and boy oh boy when it goes were in such a crap load of trouble.
This documentary was just too wake ppl up. I personally can't give up meats. But I can drastically eat less and more veggies, not only is it better for me, but for the planet. I plan to make containers today to start individually recycling items.
Also, I think you can watch the episode online for free. On animal planet or the earth network online. I found it very informative and I stay pretty up to date on ecological issues. Mostly zoological stuff though. It was a good watch too, some big money ppl are attempting to help kick the hashtag program off. #startwith1thing
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Location: Sunny So Cal | I didn't know that the last mass extinction was possibly from methane, that is scary that it could happen again. It was so sad to watch and made me feel helpless and so out of touch. I had no idea about the whole manta ray and shark situation. That was so sad and all the animals that were struggling, like the sheep(I think, or was it a ram, something exotic) in the streets of china's black market trying to die but weren't dead and just left there suffering. Glad I'm not into exotic food to eat. I'm going to try to do my part the best I can. |
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| Cowgirl Kat - 2015-12-03 12:56 PM
I didn't know that the last mass extinction was possibly from methane, that is scary that it could happen again. It was so sad to watch and made me feel helpless and so out of touch. I had no idea about the whole manta ray and shark situation. That was so sad and all the animals that were struggling, like the sheep(I think, or was it a ram, something exotic) in the streets of china's black market trying to die but weren't dead and just left there suffering. Glad I'm not into exotic food to eat. I'm going to try to do my part the best I can.
It is terrifying! The best thing we can do is teach our children, they are the future! China is a huge problem, their government dictates so much and they in turn effect the world. I mean, the government released a book, so the black market would change to use different animals for "folklore medicinal remedies" and the big wigs could continue making money seeing as sharks numbers were dropping so much they were worried about losing profit. That is scary stuff... And they just upped their population limit.
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | americanpride08 - 2015-12-03 12:54 PM Three 4 Luck - 2015-12-03 12:35 PM americanpride08 - 2015-12-03 10:12 AM Calangelo - 2015-12-03 8:21 AM I wanted to watch it but was afraid it would make me too sad! When species become extinct due to natural reasons I don't have a problem with that, it's the cycle of the earth and everything living thing on it, but when humans are involved like with poaching or habitat destruction it really bothers me. Honestly everyone needs to watch it, because it has a heck of a lot to do with cattle and their global effect. Pretty sure national geographic is part of the funding. But there is data across the board supporting the evidence that our demand for beef has increased to the point that the gases produced by such large numbers of cattle is changing the climate. Effecting ecosystems. Not to mention over grazing, and inability to cohabitate with other animals. Like the wild horses, not a day doesn't go by I don't see a round up notice on my Facebook for more horses. Wolves, bears, cougars ext. Our population is another horrible growth rate that is effecting the world because it's hard to accommodate at the rate which it's growing. Then the episode covered things like poorer uneducated countries killing endangered species because they are uneducated, it's their only source of income or food. There are over a dozen species that have disappeared since I was 10 that I personally took interest in. This is serious problem, when complete ecosystems die off, especially oceanic ecosystems. Eventually, we as humans will be drastically effected. They didn't put anything about the bees in this episode, wish they had.. The honey bee is soon to be endangered at the rate were going and boy oh boy when it goes were in such a crap load of trouble. This documentary was just too wake ppl up. I personally can't give up meats. But I can drastically eat less and more veggies, not only is it better for me, but for the planet. I plan to make containers today to start individually recycling items. Also, I think you can watch the episode online for free. On animal planet or the earth network online. I found it very informative and I stay pretty up to date on ecological issues. Mostly zoological stuff though. It was a good watch too, some big money ppl are attempting to help kick the hashtag program off. #startwith1thing
Did you know that bee numbers have actually increased even with the ones lost to CCD? It seems the bees are able to adapt and compensate for whatever it was triggering the die-offs, and these hives are actually healthier than the ones that weren't affected. |
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| After reading this, I fear for the human race and it's difficulty with knowledge translation. |
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| FOAMed - 2015-12-03 1:14 PM
After reading this, I fear for the human race and it's difficulty with knowledge translation.
Why exactly? Knowledge translation. It's either a fact or it's not. I've been following animal statistics and numbers since I was a child. The numbers are accurate.
You're entitled to your opinion. But if you don't agree, just read and move on. What's the point in you commenting.
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Location: SE Louisiana | americanpride08 - 2015-12-03 2:41 PM
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After reading this, I fear for the human race and it's difficulty with knowledge translation.
Why exactly? Knowledge translation. It's either a fact or it's not. I've been following animal statistics and numbers since I was a child. The numbers are accurate.
You're entitled to your opinion. But if you don't agree, just read and move on. What's the point in you commenting.
You posted this expecting opinions.... So here is mine... Have you done your research? Before we moved out of caves, what do you think covered the 4 corners of the Earth? I'll tell you... Frting, belching cattle that provided food for lions, tigers and bears... and Humans... Research has shown us who is responsible for our situation today... and it ain't cows!!! (unless you think your farts don't stink)  |
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| I don't have TV, but I'm a Zoology/Chemistry double major and plan on working with endangered animal projects when I graduate. Large cats are my passion and what I hope I can work with. |
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| komet. - 2015-12-03 6:26 PM
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After reading this, I fear for the human race and it's difficulty with knowledge translation.
Why exactly? Knowledge translation. It's either a fact or it's not. I've been following animal statistics and numbers since I was a child. The numbers are accurate.
You're entitled to your opinion. But if you don't agree, just read and move on. What's the point in you commenting.
You posted this expecting opinions.... So here is mine... Have you done your research? Before we moved out of caves, what do you think covered the 4 corners of the Earth? I'll tell you... Frting, belching cattle that provided food for lions, tigers and bears... and Humans... Research has shown us who is responsible for our situation today... and it ain't cows!!! (unless you think your farts don't stink )
Okay komet. You've always been extremely opinionated, and like most of the older forum grazers, you'll say what you want. So do what you do,I honestly don't have time to post links to all the facts for you out there. I'm rarely on here as it is. It was one facet of the show that I mentioned. But of course, the cattle is what gets your dander in a fluff. The facts are there for you to see if you ever choose to pull your blinders off. Combinations of many multitudes are the cause. Cattle IS an issue, regardless if you admit it or not. Amongst other things. ?? so continue to be an ostrich. This forum had become so incredibly combative. And honestly, it's not worth the energy even trying to convince you.
I'll believe how I choose, you do the same.
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| FlyingHigh1454 - 2015-12-03 8:37 PM
I don't have TV, but I'm a Zoology/Chemistry double major and plan on working with endangered animal projects when I graduate. Large cats are my passion and what I hope I can work with.
That's awesome! And ironic as I'm a zoology major double majoring in biological sciences. Big cats and pachyderms are animals I'm really interested in working with. I really want to move to Orlando and work as a zoologist at Busch gardens. |
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| Its really sad what the human race has done to this planet. Even more sad, we arent doing enough to change it. This is what we are leaving our babies, and their babies. Most of us are just walking around with our heads in the sand not realizing the consequences of how we are living.
Everyone can do little things that make a big difference. Personally, I dont buy real fur anything (unless its cowhide) because I dont want to support poaching or the raising of animals simply for their hide (the furry ones at least, sorry alligators lol). I also try not to ever buy cosmetics that are tested on animals. I will soon begin to buy organic milk. If we ever get another dog I plan to adopt from a shelter. I make a point not to litter. These are small things I can do to support causes I believe in.
Consumers have an enourmous say... spend your money wisely.
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| americanpride08 - 2015-12-04 2:18 AM FlyingHigh1454 - 2015-12-03 8:37 PM I don't have TV, but I'm a Zoology/Chemistry double major and plan on working with endangered animal projects when I graduate. Large cats are my passion and what I hope I can work with. That's awesome! And ironic as I'm a zoology major double majoring in biological sciences. Big cats and pachyderms are animals I'm really interested in working with. I really want to move to Orlando and work as a zoologist at Busch gardens.
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Location: East Texas | Since you refer to some of us as "old grazers", then you should listen young grasshopper...... I already have that biology/chemistry degree ya'll seek. So listen when I remind you of the famous quote that there are lies, **** lies, and statistics.
Is our environment in trouble is certain parts of the world, and could we do more? Without a doubt yes, but will NatGeo skew facts for a tv show? Without a doubt yes.
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