[CC] WWF March E-Newsletter: Time is Running Out to Vote for Your Favorite Animal!

Fri Mar 24 18:43:21 CET 2006

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WWF E-Newsletter
March, 2006
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SUPPORT WWF
Adopt a Tiger Today!

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=Nz1Kvj_r1dly-jPsEygcsw..

An online adoption of a tiger will help WWF continue its efforts to protect tigers by reducing poaching and preserving their natural habitat. Support WWF's tiger conservation with a tiger adoption today! You can receive a cuddly tiger plush with your adoption of a litter of tiger cubs! 

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=qc9LRSp4Rp2i7ngRj-ooDg..

Double or even triple your charitable gift--learn how.
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=vzRWvf2OATRiSdmI0Ht44Q..

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CONSERVATION RESULTS

WWF: Saving Whales and Dolphins for the Future

Contrary to what most people think, it is entanglement in fishing
gear--not whaling--that is the greatest threat to whales and dolphins
(cetaceans) today. Several species and many populations will be lost
in the near future if nothing is done to address this danger. While
the populations of whales were decimated historically by whaling, the
global ban on whaling, which WWF has consistently fought to maintain,
has worked to protect the great whales from hunting. But the danger of
becoming entangled in fishing gear and drowning affects all cetacean
species in the oceans--from the largest whales to the smallest
dolphins. WWF is addressing this new challenge of bycatch by setting
up marine protected areas and working with fishing industries to
ensure a hopeful future for these incredible ocean mammals.

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=OQcWCxRrKfSbnhkSc-MBLg..

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LEARN MORE ABOUT WHALES AND DOLPHINS

WWF's Results in Protecting Whales around the World
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=e9N8ugkORt1em75MwdUOOg..

New Photo Gallery of Whales and Dolphins
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=p2fBFr4bfu-dIgDEMK_wGQ..

Species of Whales and Dolphins in Our Oceans
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=Kbtmlq_Zsx8amEc4gaL8PQ..

Whales' Life Cycle, Behavior and Feeding
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=lwy7lmFU9xdcdRYO-ScGrA..

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Protecting the Galápagos Islands for Over 40 Years

Free of humans for almost their entire history, the Galápagos
Islands--located off the coast of Ecuador--have developed some of the
most unique forms of life on the planet. But today, many people visit
and live on these amazing islands and their impact is leading to
degraded habitats and overharvested resources, which may never be
restored. WWF has supported conservation of the Galápagos since the
early 1960s, and over the years we have achieved many successes in the
preservation of these islands.

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=McHboaZ5DFGxKtKhzcK1ag..

Send a special Galápagos E-card to your friends today!
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=T2IUIcjMrjalfCZA7wU25A..

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TAKE ACTION

WWF's Your Favorite Animal Tournament is Reaching the Final Rounds!

Thousands of you have taken the time to let us know which animal is
your favorite by voting in our Your Favorite Animal Tournament! And
now we are reaching the final rounds of this amazing contest. Today's
match-up is the final day of Round 2 with the jaguar going
head-to-head with the wolf for your votes! Starting tomorrow, Round 3
begins--the match-ups for which are listed below. So come take part in WWF's Your Favorite Animal Tournament, and be sure to tell your
friends as well. Your favorite animal will need the help of you and
your friends if it is going to make it through to the finals!

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=1Ys8sNC29fNp0UxzW28Duw..

YOUR FAVORITE ANIMAL ROUND 3 MATCH-UPS
Here are the match-ups that will be happening in Round 3 of the
tournament, and the days they will be happening. Be sure to come by
that day and vote for your favorite!

 -March 25: Tiger vs. Snow Leopard
 -March 26: Elephant vs. Dolphin
 -March 27: Giant Panda vs. Polar Bear
 -March 28: Ring-Tailed Lemur vs. Jaguar/Wolf

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=y0O7WAHfHkc41dRJvFKWiw..

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Stop Cuts for Tigers, Rhinos, Marine Turtles, and Others!

You can help stop big cuts in programs that protect tigers, rhinos,
elephants, great apes, marine turtles, and neotropical migratory
birds. The president has asked Congress to slash funding for these
initiatives. WWF activists succeeded in preventing similar cuts last
year and even convinced Congress to increase some of the funding. We
need your help to secure a victory for imperiled species once again!

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=_YQP6qgzWhQW54PHfW-PGw..

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DO YOU KNOW?

The sperm whale is the champion among whales for holding its breath.
How long was the longest recorded dive by a sperm whale?

a. 25 minutes
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=CACehcwuRFj6nr1fuAdLew..

b. over an hour
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=OHblvLvukctcH2V0kNMZ8A..

c. just under 3 hours
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=RIkRBFgEINKymlq6Z8ZFqg..

d. 23 hours, 17 minutes
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=GwVVQ5DmlZjyPHoAbFlK2w..

Question submitted by Ella T., Delaware
Have a great question? Email it to us!
ecomments at wwfus.org

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Small Change Can Make a BIG Difference!

World Wildlife Fund and Coinstar, Inc. will jump-start Earth Day awareness with a promotion to raise funds for WWF conservation programs. From April 1 through May 31, Coinstar® Center kiosks will inform patrons about the plight of endangered wildlife and encourage them to donate their loose change to WWF. People who donate $15 or more during the months of April, May, or June, have the opportunity to receive a one-year WWF membership and Li MeiTM, a limited-edition giant panda Ty Beanie Baby®. Coinstar has collected more than $135,000 in donations for WWF since 2003. For more information about Coinstar, Inc. and its donation program, please visit the Coinstar Web site.

http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=0I2jhR9Dd12_vE4M1FWHpQ..

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WWF WALLPAPER OF THE MONTH
Sailing in Zanzibar

WWF is working with indigenous peoples around the world to save not
only the land, but marine sanctuaries. This image of a dhow sailing
boat in the beautiful waters around Zanzibar is the perfect addition
to your desktop to remind you of WWF's work to protect the future of
our seas--and its inhabitants.

Download today--it's free!
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=kQdBhhQYn67z9xfCD6lPig..

Send a free e-card to tell your friends about WWF's free desktop
wallpapers.
http://wwf.worldwildlife.org/site/R?i=et5n7asVgGVsPiAFAfCvgg..

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