61. THE AGE OF MAMMALS(CENOZOIC): 65-0 M.Y.B.P. An overview of Cenozoic mammalian evolution.Category Science Earth Sciences By Geological Interval Cenozoic......Biodiversity and Conservation A Hypertext Book by Peter J. Bryant. Chapter2 THE AGE OF mammals. EVOLUTION OF mammals. mammals appeared http://darwin.bio.uci.edu/~sustain/bio65/lec02/b65lec02.htm

Biodiversity and Conservation: A Hypertext Book by Peter J. Bryant Chapter 2: THE AGE OF MAMMALS EXTINCTION OF THE DINOSAURS EVOLUTION OF MAMMALS GEOGRAPHIC CHANGES AND EVOLUTION EVOLUTION OF MAMMALS ON DIFFERENT CONTINENTS ... HUMANS ENTER THE NEW WORLD Registered UCI students: view the slide show for this chapter or download it: http://darwin.bio.uci.edu:80/~sustain/protected/chap2slides.ppt CENOZOIC ): 65-0 M.Y.B.P. EXTINCTION OF THE DINOSAURS (picture by NASA). At the end of the Cretaceous, 65 million years ago, not only did the dinosaurs disappear completely, but so did flying reptiles (pterosaurs), and marine reptiles (ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs). In fact, between 60 and 80% of all animal species, including many marine forms, disappeared. Most turtles, crocodiles and primitive birds also disappeared but some survived to give rise to modern forms. There have been numerous theories to account for the extinction of dinosaurs. But during the 1980's strong evidence was obtained to support the idea, originally proposed by Luis Alvarez, that a global catastrophe, caused by the impact of an asteroid, comet or meteorite, was responsible. Enormous amounts of debris would have been thrown into the atmosphere, making the Earth so cold and dark that cold-blooded animals like dinosaurs were unable to survive. Supporting the impact theory, about 150

62. Terrestrial Mammals Of The Arctic Checklist of the 48 species.Category Science Biology Animalia Chordata Mammalia......Terrestrial mammals of the Arctic Click HERE for No Frames option TheArctic and Its Wildlife © 1986 BRYAN SAGE Facts on File excerpts http://lynx.uio.no/jon/lynx/arctmam.html

Terrestrial Mammals of the Arctic The Arctic and Its Wildlife Facts on File excerpts from pages The total number of species of land mammals occurring in the Arctic is 48 (Appendix 2 shows their distribution in the Soviet Union, North America and Greenland). The nomenclature used here follows Corbet (1978) for the Soviet Union (with minor chages as indicated) and Chapman and Feldhamer (1982) for North America and Greenland. The number of species occurring in each country is Canada 31, Alaska 29, Soviet Union 33 and Greenland 9. It can be seen that out of a world total of about 4,000 species, the variety of terrestrial mammals in the Arctic is low and consists of slightly modified shrews, hares, rodents, wolves, foxes, bears and deer. Some Aspects of Distribution According to Guthrie (1968), the number of small mammal species present in the tundra seems to have increased considerably since the glaciations of the late Pleistocene, primarily by immigration from more southern locations, while the number of large mammals has declined. It can be seen that four groups of small mammals (shrews, hares, sciurid rodents and microtene rodents) occur regularly in Arctic tundra, although their distribution does not always correspond entirely to the distribution of that habitat. Some of the species are tundra-specific and, according to Hoffman and Taber (1968), evolved in central Eurasia during the early pleistocene and migrated to North America.

63. Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network The Network rescues and rehabilitates marine mammals that strand along the Texas Coast, providing food, medical treatment, and 24hour-a-day observation. http://www.tmmsn.org/

Dedicated to understanding and conserving marine mammals. Quick links: TMMSN Gift Shop Rehabilitation Updates Reporting a Stranding Phone Numbers/Contacts Breaking News Updated Mar 03, 2003 Reporting a dolphin or whale stranding along the Texas coast: TMMSN visits SeaWorld of Texas Live dolphin "Cupid" strands on February 14, 2003 Cupid's "youngest" donor To report a marine mammal stranding along the Texas coast please call Dolphin First AidSpecific Do's and Don'ts. Be prepared to report the following information: 1) Is the animal alive? 2) If dead, what is it general condition 3) Date and time the animal was discovered 4) Specific location of the animal 5) Directions, including access roads, to get to the animal 6) Your name and phone number 7) If alive, name and phone number of persons staying with the animal News and Information Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Release Young male bottlenose dolphin strands alive February 14, 2003. All volunteers must attend live animal training to work with Cupid. Our next training day is scheduled for April 2003. Click here for details.

64. Australian Mammals CD-ROM Win Software for learning about Australian mammals.Category Computers Software Educational Games......Australian Mammal Puzzles, Quizzes, Games, Videos + more on CDROM. http://www.scottware.com.au/mammals/

Australian Mammal Puzzles, Quizzes, Games, Videos + more on CD-ROM.

65. CONSULTATION ON THE PROTECTION OF WILD MAMMALS (SCOTLAND) From The Scottish Parliament. http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/official_report/cttee/rural-00/rac-01.htm

Rural Affairs Committee CONSULTATION ON THE PROTECTION OF WILD MAMMALS (SCOTLAND) BILL This Bill (SP Bill 10) was introduced in the Scottish Parliament on 1 March 2000. The Rural Affairs Committee has been given the lead role in reporting on its general principles. At the meeting of 4th April the Committee agreed to seek evidence on the Bill from the organisations listed in Annex A . All written comments are to be returned by 5pm on Friday th August 2000 The Committee anticipates taking further oral evidence at meetings after this date. Other written submissions received from representative organisations, will be reported upon and made available for inspection in the Parliament’s Information Centre. All other evidence received, from individuals and other organisations will be read to determine whether it is generally in favour of, or opposed to the general principle of the Bill, held on file for inspection by Members and the number for and against the general principles of the Bill reported to the Committee. Further analysis and reporting of views received will depend on the level of response. Evidence by e-mail ( wild.mammals@scottish.parliament.uk

66. The Belize Zoo - The Mammals Index mammals are a group of animals with backbones, bodies covered by hair,nurse their young with milk, and have a unique jaw articulation. http://www.belizezoo.org/zoo/zoo/mammal.html

!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC "-//IETF//DTD HTML 3.0//EN"> Mammals are a group of animals with backbones, bodies covered by hair, nurse their young with milk, and have a unique jaw articulation. Mammals are also the group of animals to which humans belong. Belize has approximately 145 mammal species living within its boundaries. Mammals exist within all the different habitats of Belize, from the manatee and dolphins of the coastal zone, to the 5 different species of wildcat which live deep within the rainforests of the Maya Mountains. The rainforest mammals of Belize tend to be very secretive and mostly nocturnal. This makes them extremely difficult to see. They usually see, hear, smell, or feel you long before you them. Rainforest mammals do not stand out in the open for easy viewing, but instead climb through the canopy or scurry over the forest floor well ahead of you. That is one reason the Belize Zoo is such a special place. Here you can see many of the rainforest species of Belize easily. A visit to the zoo is the best way to get an introduction to the animals of Belize, and to understand why it is important to protect the habitats that sustain them. We hope this website will be the next best thing to visiting us in person.

67. Marine Mammal Net: News, Science And Conservation. Information source on the science and conservation of marine mammals. http://www.marinemammal.net/

News, Science and Conservation Visit Coda@marinemammal.net , an online news and discussion site for those interested in current events in marine mammal science and conservation. Coming Soon: Links to other organizations! About Marine Mammal Net Contact us A news and discussion site for those interested in current events in marine mammal science and conservation. Your online guide to marine mammal reading resources! Marine Mammal Technical Illustrations and Posters by Pieter A. Folkens The internet site dedicated to the Mediterranean, Hawaiian and Caribbean monk seals. The internet site dedicated to porpoise science and conservation worldwide. The internet site dedicated to the science and conservation of Great Whales. The internet site dedicated to the science and conservation of ice loving seals. The internet site dedicated to conserving manatees and dugongs IMMA is d edicated to the conservation of marine mammals and their habitats worldwide, through research and education.

68. MAMMALS, Photos By Photovault Photographs, Pictures CITIES DINOSAURS DISASTERS ENTERTAINMENT FISH FLORA FOOD GOVERNMENT HEALTH HERPITILES INDUSTRY INSECTS mammals MILITARY NATURE http://www.photovault.com/Link/Animals/MammalsMaster.html

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69. The United Kingdom Parliament Hansard transcript of the withdrawal of his previous Bill and introduction of an amended Bill by Lord Donoughue. On Question, Bill read a first time, and to be printed. http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/ld199900/ldhansrd/pdvn/lds02/text/21127

Search Advanced Search Home Glossary Index ... Parliament Live section... Parliamentary Publications and Archives Site Map Bills Hansard Directories Frequently Asked Questions Judicial Work Previous Section Back to Table of Contents Lords Hansard Home Page The Lord Bishop of Portsmouth: My Lords, with respect, I must tell the noble Lord that I have taught in America. Perhaps, we can have a conversation outside the Chamber. Lord Baker of Dorking: My Lords, I look forward to that conversation with the right reverend Prelate. Motion for Papers, by leave, withdrawn. Wild Mammals (Protection) (Amendment) Bill [HL] 9.28 p.m. Lord Donoughue: My Lords, I beg to move the Motion standing in my name on the Order Paper. On Question, Motion agreed to. Wild Mammals (Protection) (Amendment) (No.2) Bill [HL] Lord Donoughue: My Lords, I beg to introduce a Bill to amend the Wild Mammals (Protection) Act 1996. I beg to move that this Bill be now read a first time. On Question, Bill read a first time, and to be printed. House adjourned at twenty-nine minutes past nine o'clock. Next Section Back to Table of Contents Lords Hansard Home Page

70. Invasive Mammals Species Menu, Invasive mammals Profile, Links, HOME SPECIES PROFILE LINKS MasseyUniversity, This site © Massey University and University of Waikato. http://www.invasive-animals.org.nz/

HOME SPECIES PROFILE LINKS ... Massey University and University of Waikato Site last modified on 07 February 2001.

71. Wild Bird Rescue Volunteer network of licensed wildlife rehabilitators, veterinarians, transporters and other interested individuals dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and return to the wild of sick, orphaned and injured birds and small mammals in and around central Maryland. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Prairie/2313/wildbird.html

Compassion for animals. Because we are all in this together. "A 'Flicker' with a broken leg" About Wild Bird Rescue Wild Bird Rescue is an all-volunteer network of licensed wildlife rehabilitators, veterinarians, transporters and other interested individuals dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and return to the wild of sick, orphaned and injured birds and small mammals in and around central Maryland. "A baby 'Kestrel' (Sparrowhawk) was shot in the wing" Our Mission is to: Provide assistance to Maryland residents with wildlife emergencies. Provide expert medical care, giving wildlife the very best chance of survival. Prevent cruelty and abuse of wildlife. Provide training to volunteers interested in participating in wildlife rescue. Educate the public on the effects of human interference on wildlife. Promote public respect for wildlife. Provide advocacy for wildlife safety issues. Provide children with educational opportunities to foster a respect for our natural world and for themselves. "Orphaned squirrel ready to be released!"

72. Invasive Mammals Profile of the 'Trichosurus vulpecula', a distributionn map of the Possum and extensive bibliography.Category Science Biology Animalia Chordata Mammalia Marsupials......Possum Trichosurus vulpecula Profile. The common brushtail possum(Trichosurus vulpecula) is a nocturnal and omnivorous marsupial. http://www.invasive-animals.org.nz/possum/

Home Possum Profile Distribution Map Bibliography ... Site Citation Possum - Trichosurus vulpecula The common brushtail possum ( Trichosurus vulpecula ) is a nocturnal and omnivorous marsupial. It is widely distributed in its native Australia and has been released into New Zealand, becoming one of that countries' most important vertebrate pests. In Australia, T. vulpecula are found in five disjunct groups ( see map ): northern, eastern, central, and south western mainland Australia, as well as Tasmania. The taxonomic status of these groups is not fully resolved but there have been at least four subspecies recognised: T. v. arnhemenis (northern populations), T. v. johnstonii (north-eastern populations), T. v. fuliginosus (Tasmanian), and T. v. vulpecula (eastern, central and south-western populations). Trichosurus v. arnhemenis

73. C.B. Wood, Ph.D. Origin, definition, and evolution of early mammals (Providence College). http://www.providence.edu/bio/faculty/wood/index.html

Craig B. Wood, Ph.D. Biology Department Providence College Providence, RI 02918 Office: Albertus Magnus 318B Phone: (401) 865-2250 Fax: (401) 865-1438 E-Mail: cbwood@providence.edu Courses Taught Biology 126: Modern Biology and The Theory of Evolution Biology 201: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Biology 310: Evolution Environmental Science 101: Introduction to Environmental Studies [Fall, 2001] Natural Science 111E: Stones and Bones-Fossils and the History of Life Natural Science 112E: Physical Geology Natural Science 113E: History and Biology of Dinosaurs Research Interests Vertebrate Paleontology: origin, definition, evolution of early mammals; functional anatomy of tribosphenic molar teeth in mammals; scanning electron microscopy of tooth enamel as it bears on above areas; distribution of Mesozoic vertebrates (dinosaurs, mammals, etc.) in Africa, Asia, and North America, centering on recent fieldwork in Ethiopia, Korea, and north-eastern China.

74. Arctic Studies Center Seal. Walrus. Click on an animal name to learn more. Click on a tab to see otheranimals. Home Arctic Wildlife Birds mammals Sea mammals Glossary. http://www.mnh.si.edu/arctic/html/sea_mammals.html

Vikings Looking Both Ways Arctic Wildlife Crossroads/Continents Yup'ik Masks Alutiiq Dance Arctic Social Sciences Repatriation Yamal Ainu Get Plug-ins Help Printing Credits Beluga Whale ... Walrus Click on an animal name to learn more. Click on a tab to see other animals. Home Arctic Wildlife Birds Mammals ... Glossary

75. Animal Lovers Pet Shop - Domestic Hand Fed Baby Birds & Much More Specializing in domestic hand fed baby birds, reptiles, and small mammals, as well as supplies and accessories for all your favorite pets. http://www.animalloverspetshop.com/

Monthly Specials at Animal Lovers ...... Whats New at Animal Lovers ....... Our Specialties Hand Raised birds and much, much more......... Our Staff Friendly experts who want to help Our Philosophy We Love Animals Attractions Lots to see......... Resources and Links Avian resources and pet-related information Home Please read: Stolen Parrots Alert! and Reward Poster . Thank you. Animal Lovers Pet Shop 5141 Calle Mayor Torrance, CA 90505 Toll Free: (888) 544-0490 FAX: (310) 378-5383 Email: animalloverspets@aol.com What's New Our Philosophy Our Specialties ... Useful Links Visitors since July 31, 1999 Last updated 12/31/02 Web page maintained by

76. Arctic Wildlife - Arctic Studies Center Lemming. Musk Ox. Click on an animal name to learn more. Click on a tab to see otheranimals. Home Arctic Wildlife Birds mammals Sea mammals Glossary. http://www.mnh.si.edu/arctic/html/mammals.html

Vikings Looking Both Ways Arctic Wildlife Crossroads/Continents Yup'ik Masks Alutiiq Dance Arctic Social Sciences Repatriation Yamal Ainu Get Plug-ins Help Printing Credits Arctic Fox ... Musk Ox Click on an animal name to learn more. Click on a tab to see other animals. Home Arctic Wildlife Birds Mammals ... Glossary

77. The United Kingdom Parliament Hansard transcript. Amendment to the Wild mammals (Protection) Bill, to no longer exempt hunting. http://www.parliament.the-stationery-office.co.uk/pa/ld200001/ldhansrd/vo010309/

Search Advanced Search Home Glossary Index ... Parliament Live section... Parliamentary Publications and Archives Site Map Bills Hansard Directories Frequently Asked Questions Judicial Work 9 Mar 2001 : Column 439 House of Lords Friday, 9th March 2001. The House met at eleven of the clock: The LORD CHANCELLOR on the Woolsack. PrayersRead by the Lord Bishop of Bristol. Wild Mammals (Protection) (Amendment) Bill [H.L.] 11.5 a.m. Lord Donoughue My Lords, I beg to move that this Bill be now read a second time. The present arrangements for protecting animals from abuse are complex and incomplete. They reflect nearly a century of sporadic legislation, especially the Protection of Animals Act 1911, which absorbed earlier legislation dating as far back as the 18th century and which has itself since been amended nine times. That was concerned primarily with captive and domestic animals where humans have responsibility, not with wild animals, and hunting and coursing were exempt. Cruelty was defined as "unnecessary suffering". Since then, Parliament has passed, as examples, the Protection of Badgers Act 1992, which I noted created some problems for my former colleagues at MAFF, and particularly the Wild Mammals Act 1996, to which my Bill today is an amendment. The 1996 Act also began as a Private Member's Bill under John McFall. It had two objectives: to prevent cruelty to non-captive wild animals; and to ban hunting. That second part fell so it remained as an anti-cruelty Act.

78. Mammals Of Kansas Checklist, descriptions, and photos.Category Science Biology Animalia Chordata Mammalia......A cooperative web site of The University of Kansas, Kansas State University, FortHays State University, and Kansas Biological Survey/Kansas Ecological Reserves http://www.ku.edu/~mammals/

A cooperative web site of The University of Kansas, Kansas State University, Fort Hays State University, and Kansas Biological Survey/Kansas Ecological Reserves.

79. NOAA - Office Of Protected Resources Provides advice for national policy direction and conservation of marine mammals, endangered species and their habitats. http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/prot_res/prot_res.html

"conserving protected marine resources and maintaining marine biodiversity" News and Hot Topics Scroll down for HOT ITEMS Tuna - Dolphin Final Finding MMPA Bulletin- Special 30th MMPA Anniversary 1999-2000 MMPA Annual Report 2002 Prescott Update Permits - Steller Sea Lion Research Draft Stranding Letter of Agreement Interaction w/ Marine Mammals Prescott Stranding Grant Program Bahamas Beaked Whale Report SURTASS LFA Welcome W elcome to the NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources web site! We hope you enjoy learning about the programs and policies surrounding one of this nation's most precious natural resources - its marine life. As you browse the many facets of this site, be sure to check out our extensive electronic library of marine mammal and endangered species publications , read about current threats to coral reef communities and explore our endangered species and marine mammal pages to learn more about our conservation efforts. Additionally, be sure to visit our

80. Nature-Wildlife The Photography And Behavior Of Animals Photography and behavioral information on mammals. Most are found in Zimbabwe.Category Regional Africa Zimbabwe Science and Environment Wildlife......Photography and behavioral information on animals and birds. Africanand North American mammals and birds. © Copyright Spook, 1996 http://www.nature-wildlife.com/mammals.htm

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