AWI Quarterly Term Archive
Feature Article
Humane Livestock Protection Going to the Dogs to Keep the Wolves at Bay
Farmed AnimalsLivestock producers throughout the world can be negatively impacted by stock losses due to predators and wildlife-transmitted diseases. In the western part of the Great Lakes Region of the United...
On Top of the World
Marine WildlifeIt took three tries for the pilot to land in Barrow, Alaska in the heavy fog. To the native Iñupiat, Barrow is known as Ukpeaġvik (or Utqiaġvik), which means “place to hunt snowy...
Indiana DNR Gets Cagey on Coyote and Fox Penning
Terrestrial WildlifeIn Indiana, one must have a permit to possess wildlife outside of hunting season. Apparently, though, “possess” is a very flexible word. According to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources...
Out On A Limb: Demand for Legs Driving Frogs to Extinction
Terrestrial WildlifeIn this country, a plate of frog legs (or “frogs' legs” as the dish is commonly called outside the US) usually brings to mind France or the French-influenced regions of...
The Yasuni-ITT Initiative
Terrestrial WildlifeYasuni National Park, part of the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle, is probably the most biodiverse place on the planet. Home to many unique and endemic species, the national park, almost 1...
Throwing the Book at Animal Abusers: More States Crack Down on Cruelty
Companion AnimalsWhile it has been necessary to fend off numerous attacks on animal welfare in state legislatures this year (see Spring 2011 AWI Quarterly), there have also been positive developments benefitting animals....
The Downside of Cuteness
Terrestrial WildlifeThe goggle-eyed, photogenic slow loris is paying a high price for its comical and cuddly appearance; people want to get their hands on one. Pet fads are nothing new—from the...
In Many States, Attempts Afoot to Undermine Animal Welfare
Companion Animals, Farmed Animals, Marine Wildlife, Terrestrial WildlifeThe fight to extend or deny protections for animals takes place in state capitals as well as on Capitol Hill. The high-profile confrontation this year is in Missouri—again. Last year,...
Reducing Anxiety for Rabbits in Research
Animals in LaboratoriesRabbits can be affectionate companions. They are not, however, naturally predisposed to feel at ease around humans. In a laboratory setting, in particular, being approached and subsequently scruffed by an...
Analyst for Animal Welfare: Mary Lou Randour, Ph.D.
Companion AnimalsHer parents told her that they noticed it about her when she was quite young—around four years old. They characterized their observation this way: “We should have bought you a...