@Biogeographer

Geographer/Filmmaker. Exploring life support systems, climate crisis mass migration and animal rights/plant-based/speciesism GIS applications.

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Joined October 2009
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Please checkout/share #ConnectingTheTracks FILM facebook.com/Connectingthetr… … #EarthDay #NorthernJaguarProject #arborday
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Like most insects, the wings of tobacco hawk moths are covered in tiny hairs. These microscopic strands help insects taste and stay stable in flight. But the tobacco hawk moth’s wing hairs do something researchers haven’t documented in any other insect: they help the animal smell. Learn more: scim.ag/4hKrfeZ
These moths smell with their wings Never-before-seen ability may allow the insects to home in on their favorite plants

ALT These moths smell with their wings Never-before-seen ability may allow the insects to home in on their favorite plants

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Stole another dying fish from petsmart — This is Buoy’s 24 hour transformation in a decent tank:
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There’s an incredible momentum on the video apps right now against the betta fish cup trade. People across the country are posting bettas dying on shelves and confronting store managers. 60+ DVMs/PhDs published an open letter and 6K have signed the petition in one week. ⬇️
spencer 🦈@Unpop_Science2 Feb 2023
Stole another dying fish from petsmart — This is Buoy’s 24 hour transformation in a decent tank:
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If we ban foie gras, then people will learn they can just ban other bad things, and that would be horrible for people who do bad things. #foiegrasban #animalrights #foiegras #onehealth
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UNICORN RIOT
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On October 17, France witnessed some of the most intense urban unrest in its recent history. [Video] More protests are happening today. unicornriot.ninja/2026/tikto…

TikTok Revolt in France: A New Generation Takes To The Streets - UNICORN RIOT

Hundreds of thousands took to the streets across France on October 17, in a day marked by mass demonstrations, fierce clashes with police, widespread looting, and attacks on public buildings.

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NEW: The Trump admin is building a network of super-powerful A.I. cameras at the border. But the cameras have been placed near parks, homes and beaches. Already, more than 1 million people live in areas where these cameras can watch them. nytimes.com/interactive/2026…

Trump’s ‘Smart Wall’ of A.I. Cameras Is Watching the Border, and More Than a Million People (Gift...

The administration is planning a massive expansion of the surveillance program. Here’s how much it can see.

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In restaurant kitchens, “86” means a dish is off the menu. Biagio Cepollaro, who opened his first DC restaurant 18 years ago, wants force-fed foie gras 86’d. Read why, then vote Yes on 86: dcjournal.com/when-tradition…

When Tradition Leaves a Bad Taste: Why D.C. Should Support Initiative 86 – DC Journal - InsideSou...

With fewer than 20 days until the midterm elections, Washington, D.C., voters have an opportunity to weigh in on a ballot initiative that deserves their

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@propublicaOct 24
A bird flu outbreak has been raging uncontrolled on a Utah mink farm for two months. Flu experts fear it could spark a devastating human pandemic. But officials haven’t acted — instead prioritizing the financial interests of the fur trade. propublica.org/article/bird-…

Bird Flu Is Raging on a Mink Farm. It Could Spark a Human Pandemic, Experts Say, but Officials...

Federal officials brushed off the issue as Utah prioritized the fur industry’s interests. Little has been done to stop the spread of the virus and ensure it can’t spread to humans, a failure that...

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A groundbreaking pilot program in New York City schools introduced soy milk options resulting in huge student demand & a 17.4% drop in milk-related greenhouse gas emissions. Head to rancheradvocacy.org to learn about how we inspire a transition to a plant-based food system.🌱
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Less scrolling, more strolling. Enjoying our beautiful Minnesota lakes. 🥰
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Fall is here. So we can finally talk about this serious topic... Jonagold vs. Honeycrisp apples.
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1/I haven't seen anyone link to any videos that show what foie gras production entails, or have cited research from veterinarians. So I think people should just at least be informed. I outlined all of that in my piece. Gift link: vox.com/future-perfect/50597…

Two US cities could soon ban one of the world’s most controversial foods

There’s an obscure but high-stakes animal rights issue in the coming election.

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News Talk KVNU@KVNUOct 19
Intruders released approximately 1,500 mink from a fourth-generation family farm in Franklin early Saturday, leaving dozens of animals dead on surrounding roads before community members and local authorities recaptured the vast majority of the herd. kvnutalk.com/intruders-relea…
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ProPublica
@propublicaOct 23
New: Little has been done to stop a bird flu outbreak on a Utah mink farm. Experts say officials’ failure to act is “irresponsible’’ and “astounding.” propub.li/47AsJDY

Bird Flu Is Raging on a Mink Farm. It Could Spark a Human Pandemic, Experts Say, but Officials...

Federal officials brushed off the issue as Utah prioritized the fur industry’s interests. Little has been done to stop the spread of the virus and ensure it can’t spread to humans, a failure that...

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Scenes after Romanch’s Law passed at City Hall yesterday 🐎
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We saved so many groupers. Not disclosing the number for retaliation reasons, but it was a lot more than we expected. Thank you so much to everyone who entered and donated.
spencer 🦈@Unpop_ScienceOct 9
Florida is currently raffling tickets to kill goliath groupers like Coral, after decades of protection. We are organizing to buy up the tags and save them. State residents can enter for $10. Non-residents can donate to cover tag fees. Please share. Instructions below.
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Incredible news: Denmark will close its last mink farms by 2029. Congrats to the advocates who fought for years! Meanwhile, ProPublica reports bird flu is raging on a Utah mink farm and officials didn’t declare an emergency because it “may alert animal rights groups.”
A white mink peeks out from behind snow and ice, showcasing its curious expression and sleek fur.

ALT A white mink peeks out from behind snow and ice, showcasing its curious expression and sleek fur.

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A baby deer dives into a water hole. A cottontail appears to contemplate … a rabbit-shaped rock. Our #FotoFauna highlights are in from this past month. Which are your favorites? To learn more and join this community science project, visit: ow.ly/5C3o50TTLT7
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