tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180Tue, 07 Oct 2014 05:17:59 +0000ConservationCalifornia CondorDolphinsDugongsJaguarsJaguarundiJersey ShoreKomodo DragonsMike TysonMiley CyrusPolar bearsPygmy HipposRhinosSnookieSnow LeopardThe Covegiant pandasintroductionMaking a change, one species at a time.http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Danny)Blogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-3978394782057486126Wed, 14 Nov 2012 22:09:00 +00002012-11-14T14:09:30.178-08:00Hey everyone, so I decided that my blog wasn't the direction I wanted to take my message with. I thought about different avenues and decided for right now that making an email list would be most beneficial. So if you want to get weekly updates on different conservation issues along with just some tips and tricks for raising your own puppies and kittens (and snakes and potbelly pigs and... well http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2012/11/animal-lovers-rejoice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-3150638740216942842Sun, 08 May 2011 01:20:00 +00002011-05-07T18:20:31.966-07:00Hey guys, so this conservation blog has grown a bit stagnant as school took over my life. But now that summer is here, I'm back in full effect and ready to make a change! I still want to give you guys endangered species facts and keep you all entertained at the same time. I'm just making a bit of a move. I feel as though blogspot has treated me good but squidoo seems to have what I've been http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2011/05/making-bit-of-jump-but-still-on.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-3845374819625600027Fri, 14 May 2010 21:02:00 +00002010-05-14T14:02:04.215-07:00So today I wanted to step away from conservation and have a post talking about me. I know, I know, that sounds very self-centered and Tyra Banks-like but I assure you it's not. I think that by allowing you guys to know who I am, it can bring a certain personification to past and future posts. You guys are awesome readers and the least I can do is let you all know a little bit more about me. So http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/05/waking-up-should-just-be-start-of-dream.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-8993303341387458353Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:28:00 +00002011-05-08T18:58:27.621-07:00ConservationDolphinsThe Cove This post has been moved and updated to here. http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/cove-dolphin-awareness-brought-to-whole.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-7963178368839189793Mon, 18 Jan 2010 22:43:00 +00002010-01-18T14:43:45.982-08:00California CondorConservation The California Condor. They look like a cross between Larry King and the Grim Reaper. Sure they may not be the best looking birds out there, but that is absolutely no reason to shun them and seal their fate as doomed. These interesting birds are the largest North American land bird and one of the world’s longest living birds, reaching ages of up to 50 years. They are a type of vulture and http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/california-condor-mother-natures.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-2990106073309313172Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:48:00 +00002010-01-14T19:03:15.427-08:00ConservationPygmy HipposThe pygmy hippopotamus. An animal you just want to go up to and hold in your arms, rocking it to sleep and singing it lullabies. Unlike it's much larger cousin, these little tikes come in at half as tall as a regular hippo and 1/4 their weight. That means they weigh in at about 400-600 pounds and stand at about 32 inches high. You won't see them on the Victoria Secret runway anytime soon, but http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/pygmy-hippopotamus-bite-sized-ball-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-473613939949430489Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:15:00 +00002010-01-13T15:16:30.505-08:00ConservationJaguars These powerful and awe-inspiring cats are usually confused with leopards, which look very similiar. There are some crucial differences between the two though. The jaguar tends to have larger rosettes with spots in the middle while the leopard just has plain rosettes without a spot. So basically jaguars have bigger spots than the leopards do. Jaguars also have a much sturdier built body and theirhttp://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/jaguar-better-than-car.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-2894753789690908465Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:28:00 +00002010-01-12T16:35:51.369-08:00ConservationDugongs The majestic sea cow. A creature not many find pleasant to look at (although I think they are beautiful). They are commonly confused with the manatees but can be distinguished by their dolphin-like tails and sharp, downturned snouts. Another thing they are usually confused for are mermaids! Yep, mermaids. It seems like old-time sailors would see their flippers in the distance and think a http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/dungong-doesnt-fit-in-pokeball.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-485056065393748102Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:47:00 +00002010-01-11T14:12:01.410-08:00ConservationSnow Leopard So today I wanted to talk about the elusive but kick-ass Snow Leopard. These animals have to be one of the coolest ones alive, if they weren’t so endangered and dangerous I would probably want one as a pet… Ok that’s cruel but they are just that cool. Hopefully you guys will understand my odd but intense love for these beautiful cats. Anyways, these amazing animals range from south to central http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/snow-leopard-cool-enough-to-be-mac.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-5929669926013099548Fri, 08 Jan 2010 23:18:00 +00002010-04-14T15:04:38.173-07:00ConservationJaguarundiJersey ShoreSnookieSo today I want to talk about an animal that not everyone knows about (I certainly wasn't too aware of this creature). They go by the name of jaguarundi but can also be called otter cats. The reason for their nickname can easily be understood when you see a picture of these guys. They look a lot like a weasel or an otter and not really a cat. They are part of the cat family though and make their http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/jaguarundi-is-it-weasel-otter-snookie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-7555561543688617247Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:37:00 +00002010-01-08T15:19:02.194-08:00ConservationKomodo DragonsMike Tyson So I want to talk today about the largest (and probably the most interesting) lizard in the world, the Komodo Dragon. These impressive animals grow to an average length between 6 to 10 ft, which is bigger than I am. They live on islands off Indonesia and are very much respected for their fierce reputation. They are listed as vulnerable which has prompted Indonesia to protect them under law http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/komodo-dragon-mythical-beast-without.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-6932387488533456364Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:14:00 +00002010-01-06T15:52:33.387-08:00ConservationMiley CyrusPolar bears Polar Bears, a name synonymous with big, cuddly, white bears and cute little snowballs of fluff. Of course, these snowballs are very capable of breaking a human in half with one swipe of their powerful paws. These carnivores are the largest carnivores on land, and in my opinion one of the most beautiful. Not including Kirstie Alley of course. They make their home in the northern http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/polar-bear-not-exactly-piglets-best.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-7846806736021075131Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:36:00 +00002010-01-05T11:31:38.056-08:00Conservationgiant pandas The panda. Almost everyone knows about pandas so it’s pretty hard to pinpoint where to begin. They make their natural home in China at higher elevations, being driven out by humans from the lower parts where they once roamed. They are part of the bear family and usually live solitary lives and do not claim permenant dens, meaning that they don’t hibernate either. They are also odd in that, http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/giant-panda-kung-fu-masters-that-need.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-2517857868887427010Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:06:00 +00002010-01-04T16:07:45.690-08:00ConservationRhinos Ok so I thought I would start off with one of my favorite animals (besides the snow leopard which are amazing animals) the rhinnooooo! That’s right folks the short, stubby, tank on four legs. This impressive animal has enough power to split open a car, and yes those photos are taken by me, and yes I was quite nervous. These awe-inspiring power houses brought my safari ride in the Animal Kingdomhttp://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/rhinoceros-save-it-from-extinction.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5312010396812594180.post-4584279617866719111Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:20:00 +00002010-01-04T13:20:32.344-08:00introduction I guess I should start with a little about me (pretty cliche I know). So my name is Danny and I am currently an Undergrad in my Sophomore year at the University of Florida (goooo gators!). I’m majoring in Zoology and I am pre-med, so I hope to apply and make it into med school. My biggest dream though is to become an actor so I may just take a year off and move to LA before applying to med http://conservationnation.blogspot.com/2010/01/baby-steps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Danny)2