Monday, 29 November 2010

Fisherman in Bangladesh


A local Fisherman in Bangladesh with an Adult, Female, Gatagur Turtle





   

Turtle Survival Alliance News - November 19, 2010


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Turtle Survival Alliance Newsletter

Emergency Measures for Batagur in Bangladesh

November 7, 2010:  "We succeeded in securing an additional three males however we missed saving one male by 5 minutes as it was slaughtered at the market.  If we had been just a few minutes earlier we could have stopped it from being slaughtered, but unfortunately we arrived after they had already started chopping the plastron off."
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These were the anguished words of Brian Horne after leaving the weekend turtle market in Dhaka, Bangladesh in what he would later describe "as one of the worst days of my life, the whole experience left me feeling numb." Working with Ms.. Rupali Ghose (pictured), Brian was plying the turtle markets on behalf of TSA to secure additional breeding stock of the Sundarbans river terrapin, Batagur baska, recognized as one of the most threatened of Asia's large river turtles, ranking just behind the Yangtze giant softshell, Rafetus swinhoei.

The Sundarbans Batagur is believed to be functionally extinct with only a few isolated specimens remaining in the wild, a victim of chronic and intensive fishing pressures and egg harvesting at nesting beaches. Biologists are hard at work on behalf of the TSA in Bangladesh, vigilant for any opportunity that arises to acquire additional stock for a captive program, most likely the species' only chance for survival. 


Indian Workshop is a Success

Workshop participantsRecently the Indian Turtle Conservation Program (ITCP), in association with Wildlife Institute of India (WII) and IUCN/SSC Tortoises and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group hosted the "Indian Freshwater Turtle and Tortoises Conservation Priority Areas & Initiatives" workshop and core-group meeting.

The main objectives of the meeting were to review the implementation of the 2005 TSA/MCBT "Conservation Action Plan for Indian Endangered Turtles and Tortoises" and to discuss and prioritize important turtle areas for conservation action across India, while reviewing their potential to support new programs. Participants also were tasked with identifying competent local partners and collaborators for key turtle conservation initiatives.


santa_turtlePut a Turtle Under their Tree

Avoid long lines and crowded malls this year, while supporting turtle conservation. Gift memberships are available on the TSA website anytime and they are a great way to give a gift that lasts all year. 

We have also slashed prices in the online store on merchandise including t-shirts, limited edition prints and hats. Click here to check out the low prices! Most of these items are only available in limited quantities, so get yours today before they're gone!

As a bonus, a 2011 TSA calendar (featuring beautiful box turtle images) will be included FREE with every order while supplies last.

Wednesday, 17 November 2010

Soft Iguana Plush Toy



Five Full Pages of Webkinz are available in my store!
See earlier post, with direct buying links!


Product Details
Webkinz HM340 Iguana Plush Animal

Webkinz HM340 Iguana Plush Animal
From Ganz

Price:$13.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Ships from and sold by PAC's
21 new or used available from $9.48
Average customer review: 

Product Description

Webkinz HM340 IGUANA Plush Animal

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #32557 in Toys & Games
  • Color: Green
  • Brand: Ganz
  • Model: HM340
  • Dimensions: 2.00 pounds

Features

  • Full Sized Webkinz
  • Play Online!

Customer Reviews

Webkinz Iguana5
My son collects critters that most kids would think were disgusting, but he loves this one. It's actually cuter than I thought it would be, even my daughter wants one now. It looks so innocent, and is bigger than I expected. He's big enough to love on, and small enough to store on your bed, or shelf. I think it's approximately 12 inches long, maybe longer, I didn't measure it. Very sweet looking, and adds to my son's critter collection just fine. He wants all the Webkinz lizards, and snakes, so this one fits just fine in his crowd of weird and crazy animals. He also likes putting the code into the computer that comes on it's tag and plays in the world of Webkinz online. You can decorate their rooms and buy stuff for your virtual pet, they have lots of fun playing with the Webkinz online, and the stuffed animal too. This way the animal doesn't get thrown to the bottom of the pile like most stuffed animals.
Excellent5
I purchased the Webkinz Iguana as a gift for my great nephew. He was very delighted. The igauna is an excellent toy and made very well. I have purchased other Webkinz plush toys also and I am always pleased with the quality of them. I highly recommend this item to others.
Webkinz Iguana5
The Iguana is actually cuter than another posted review that we read online. Online it is adorable!! It opened up special gifts like an exclusive couch, W pond and airplane. My kids were totally thrilled. Highly recommend.

Soft Iguana Plush Toy





Product Details
Webkinz HM340 Iguana Plush Animal

Webkinz HM340 Iguana Plush Animal
From Ganz

Price:$13.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Ships from and sold by PAC's
21 new or used available from $9.48
Average customer review: 

Product Description

Webkinz HM340 IGUANA Plush Animal

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #32557 in Toys & Games
  • Color: Green
  • Brand: Ganz
  • Model: HM340
  • Dimensions: 2.00 pounds

Features

  • Full Sized Webkinz
  • Play Online!

Customer Reviews

Webkinz Iguana5
My son collects critters that most kids would think were disgusting, but he loves this one. It's actually cuter than I thought it would be, even my daughter wants one now. It looks so innocent, and is bigger than I expected. He's big enough to love on, and small enough to store on your bed, or shelf. I think it's approximately 12 inches long, maybe longer, I didn't measure it. Very sweet looking, and adds to my son's critter collection just fine. He wants all the Webkinz lizards, and snakes, so this one fits just fine in his crowd of weird and crazy animals. He also likes putting the code into the computer that comes on it's tag and plays in the world of Webkinz online. You can decorate their rooms and buy stuff for your virtual pet, they have lots of fun playing with the Webkinz online, and the stuffed animal too. This way the animal doesn't get thrown to the bottom of the pile like most stuffed animals.
Excellent5
I purchased the Webkinz Iguana as a gift for my great nephew. He was very delighted. The igauna is an excellent toy and made very well. I have purchased other Webkinz plush toys also and I am always pleased with the quality of them. I highly recommend this item to others.
Webkinz Iguana5
The Iguana is actually cuter than another posted review that we read online. Online it is adorable!! It opened up special gifts like an exclusive couch, W pond and airplane. My kids were totally thrilled. Highly recommend.

Monday, 8 November 2010

Some Facts About The Desert Iguana

Author: John Simmons



The desert iguana (Dipsosaurus Dorsalis) is 10 to 16 inches long when fully grown. It has a large, round body with a long tail. In fact, the tail of the desert iguana is longer than its body. Described as "blunt-headed", desert iguanas have very distinct coloring patterns. The head of the desert iguana is colored brown. This coloration diffuses into reddish brown pattern which could be described as looking like a net. 






The desert iguana has gray spots on the trunk and neck. Desert iguanas also have dark spots on their white or gray tails. A row of dorsal scales are located down the center of the back of the desert iguana. 


As can be gleamed from its common name, the desert iguana lives in arid desert regions. Desert iguanas are commonly found in the Sonoran and Mojave deserts founding the southwest of the United States. They are also located in Northwestern Mexico and some islands on the Gulf of California. In the southern part of its habitat, the desert iguana usually lives in arid subtropical areas and deciduous forests. 


In the desert, these animals can usually be found around the range of the creosote bush. The desert iguana makes use of the creosote bush for shelter and for food. There are also several cases of desert iguanas moving into the abandoned lairs of kangaroo rats. 








They are hardy animals, often active even when other lizards have already retreated from the heat. They are also inclined to burrow into the soil near creosote bushes. 


Desert iguanas are primarily herbivorous. This means that they are inclined to eat plant matter. They will eat bud, leaves and fruits of many types of perennial or annual plants that are found in their habitats. They are especially attracted to the yellow flowers of the creosote plant.  


As said before, desert iguanas remain active even during intense heat. However, if the heat proves too much, a desert iguana will climb bushes in order to seek cooler temperatures. They are very quick and they can often be seen crossing roads just before an oncoming car. When a desert iguana runs at these speeds, it often does so on two legs. It folds its front legs near its body and uses its powerful hind legs to propel it forward. 


Like other animals, desert iguanas have natural enemies. In fact, even before they hatch, there area lot of animals which would eat iguana eggs. A mature desert iguana also has different birds of prey as its natural enemy. 


Other common enemies of the desert iguana are small animals such as rats, weasels, foxes and snakes. Of course, man is also one common enemy of the iguana. Many a desert iguana has fallen prey to the automobile. These desert iguanas are now referred to as "roadkill" by the human beings who drive these machines carelessly and without regard for the lives of small animals. 








These are just some facts about desert iguanas. As you can see, there are many things about them that people need to know. Hopefully, these facts have opened your eyes and have shown you that desert iguanas are so much more than stupid medium sized lizards. By learning all you can about desert iguanas, you will soon be able to fully appreciate their beauty. 








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