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Reflecting on the Month of Elephants Series
A reflection on the Month of Elephants series from start to finish.
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Elephants
Rescued elephants returned to forest home»The Month of Elephants series has covered a wide range of topics, but good news is scarce these days. That’s why I was especially pleased to see this recent news from Sri Lanka.
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The sources quoted in the story have tried handily to connect the trauma of elephants to the risk of future trauma among people, but only in the context of tourism
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Too little, too late: Petal dies awaiting release from zoo»
There is no reason to wait when the choice is between compassion and suffering. It’s a shame that Petal was forced to wait for so many decades only to die on the cold, hard floor instead of surrounded by trees, fresh air, bird song and perhaps the company, warm breath or caress of an elephant friend.
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Journalism
A whale of tale. A veritable whopper.»I remember seeing beautiful humpback mothers with their calves from the shore when I was staying on Nosy Boraha.
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A survey of elephant news stories for the week ending June 20, 2008
Poached and poisoned»Why are elephants being poached and poisoned in India?
Book Review
A pair of animal books from Puss Reboots»Sarah reviewed a couple of animal books over at Puss Reboots this week that you might want to check out.
Animal-related reads from the blogosphere»With the Month of Elephants series, my other reading is taking a back seat for the moment. In case you are looking for inspiration on some animal-related reading, here are some options from the blogosphere!
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Aftershock by pattrice jones: Part 2»
Given all of the wonders in the animal world, anthropocentrism leads us to privilege certain traits, e.g. language, over others, reinforcing attitudes and ways of being that further separate us from animals and nature.
Non-fiction
Children’s non-fiction - I’m Lucy: A day in the life of a young bonobo»For the budding primatologist or eco-minded kid, I’m Lucy should be fun and educational summertime hit. And what a great cause. And look at that face. Makes me wish I were a kid!
What an Animal! Reading Challenge»Thanks to Sarah at Puss Reboots who pointed me to a new reading challenge that is perfect for me and ReadingAnimals: What an Animal! hosted by Kristi of Passion for the page.
Elephants and Ethics: views from one of the editors»There are a wide range of views on elephant issues from exhibition, labor and entertainment to conservation and killing.
