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NOTES FROM THE FIELD | 2022 | No. 11
Mysterious Mammals
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Hiding in freshwater streams, creeks, and lakes across the forests of
eastern Australia is a most unusual animal: the platypus. Known for
being one of the planet's only egg-laying mammals, they're also one of
the only venomous ones. And because they're semi-aquatic, mostly
nocturnal, and blend in with their habitats, they're also very
difficult to find.
Aided by webbed feet and a paddle-like tail, these small, graceful
swimmers spend almost half their lives in the water. And as their
habitats are increasingly threatened, concern grows for platypuses.
Drought caused by climate change, habitat fragmentation caused by
deforestation, and poor water quality due to wildfire runoff are
thought to be the largest threats they face-but this elusive
species is still not well understood, making it difficult to gauge
exactly how they're being affected.
Your support fuels collaborative conservation efforts to protect
platypuses through our Australian Forest Conservation Hub
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. Together with our partners, we're using innovative technology to
test water for traces of environmental DNA (eDNA), or the cells these
mysterious mammals leave behind as they move through their aquatic
habitats. As teams gather this data, they're able to map areas where
platypuses live, and design conservation strategies to protect them
and their fragile ecosystem.
Thank you for making these groundbreaking conservation efforts
possible. Explore how you're helping to save Australia's native
wildlife, take a peek at Platypus Cam live from the San Diego Zoo
Safari Park, and dive underwater with Eve and Birra-the only
platypuses being cared for outside of Australia-during your next
visit to the Safari Park.
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DIVE IN
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All Together
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BRINGING STORKS TOGETHER
As mangrove and wetland habitats disappear across Southeast Asia,
native species like the endangered milky stork are increasingly
threatened. But hope is hatching for these remarkable birds right here
in San Diego. Last year, all milky storks being cared for in North
America were brought to the Safari Park as part of a collaborative
effort between accredited zoos and other wildlife sanctuaries to boost
their dwindling numbers and help save the species. Our efforts have
already been successful, and this conservation breeding colony has
already seen chicks hatch-critical to increasing the global
population of this endangered species. With you by our side, we're
working to secure the future for milky storks and other wildlife that
need our help, including tigers and orangutans, through our Asian
Rainforest Conservation Hub.
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All TOGETHER
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Plants with appetite
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PLANTS WITH AN APPETITE
Found anywhere from acidic bogs and frigid streams to steamy
rainforests, carnivorous plants survive-and thrive-in
extreme environments. These fascinating meat eaters can be found on
every continent except Antarctica. Yet even with their remarkable
adaptability, carnivorous plants are highly vulnerable. Today, many
species are at risk, and up to 25 percent are threatened with
extinction. Discover the mesmerizing world of carnivorous plants, and
see how your support fuels critical plant conservation around the
globe.
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GROWING INTEREST
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Spreading Hope
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BIG BIRDS, BIG IMPACT
Their powerful claws, large bodies, and casqued heads make these
velociraptor-looking birds seem almost prehistoric; however,
cassowaries are a critical part of their modern-day ecosystems. Acting
as key gardeners in their Australian rainforest habitats, they protect
biodiversity by consuming and dispersing the seeds of several hundred
plant species.
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Visit these beautiful birds at the Safari Park and explore
how-just like the cassowary-you support thriving
ecosystems through our
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Australian Forest Conservation Hub.
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SPREADING HOPE
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Join us at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park throughout the year as we
celebrate the past
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50 years of life-changing moments, innovation, and impact-and
the next 50 years of groundbreaking conservation to come.
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WILDLIFE HEROES
CHANGE THE WORLD.
You are without a doubt our most important ally, and you are vital
to conservation worldwide. Your ongoing monthly support as a Wildlife
Hero will make a lifesaving difference for vulnerable wildlife relying
on us each and every day. And as a Wildlife Hero, your sustained
generosity will allow us to continue conservation efforts and plan for
long-term programs that save critically endangered species.
Your monthly gift will be put to work immediately to save,
protect, and care for wildlife around the globe.
BE A HERO
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nonprofit and a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Tax ID# 95-1648219.
With more than 100 years of wildlife care expertise and partnerships
around the globe, we are saving, protecting, and caring for species
worldwide.
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