Articles written by Dawn M. Smith

Optimizing weight loss using herbs and a food system developed over centuries. Why Traditional Chinese Herbalists don't expect the latest fad diets to work for everyone.

Jun 21, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Colorful frog is one of 24 new species found in world's largest undisturbed rainforest. Droughts and illegal gold mining may affect their continued existence.

Jun 14, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Centre released captive bred bear a year ago. Death of the panda disappointing for program, but lessons learned will aid in future releases.

Jun 13, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Chinese therapies have been used for centuries to relieve the effects of arthritic joint disease by combining herbs, diet, acupuncture/acupressure and massage

Jun 11, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine offers another way of interpreting and treating seasonal allergies as part of an overall health program. Dietary changes can help.

Jun 6, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

A wildlife rehabilitation facility in Java will release 17 young pandemelons, whose parents were rescued from illegal trade, into rainforest on Papua Island.

Jun 5, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Once a target for whaling boats, now humpbacks draw whale watching crowds with their acrobatics, as they rebound from a history of being hunted.

May 31, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The Endangered Species Act may be under fire, but it is working for crocodiles and other less charismatic species which might not protected any other way.

May 30, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The loss of Tasmanian Devils to tumours is allowing non-native red foxes to fill a niche on the island, with potential loss of local wildlife.

May 28, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

A major research project to protect remaining Tasmanian Devils from Devil Facial Tumour Disease is being aided by corporate donations from around the world

May 27, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

In a repeat of the wanderings of Humphrey, two humpback whales are travelling the wrong way. What brings them in? Are bridges a part of the problem of getting them out?

May 18, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The ESA as it is now proposed would not have saved many species. Minimizing the importance of critical habitat is one of the key issues in the changes being considered.

May 16, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The Arizona Sonoran pronghorn was nearly lost in 2002. Now, despite a strong comeback, increased border enforcement and desert fencing still threaten long term survival.

May 14, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Nearly 40 years after the tanker spill, residual oil under the sediment is still damaging the health of a salt marsh, impacting crabs and sea grass beds.

May 10, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

6 species of dolphins and porpoises are on the endangered list, but 22 others might be if enough was known about them. So what happens when the data just isn't there?

May 1, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The white rhino has made a limited comeback but black, Sumatran, Javan and Indian rhinoceros are all Endangered or Critically Endangered.

Apr 25, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Between late March and the end of April 2007, three of India's top wildlife reserves have been heavily hit by poachers, losing endangered rhinoceros, tiger and lion.

Apr 23, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Female leatherback turtles return from their nesting site wearing satellite tags to track their progress as the world watches, learns and, hopefully, helps protect them.

Apr 17, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Northern elephant seals have made a huge comeback after facing near extinction but it is their diving and fasting capabilities that researchers are most interested in now

Apr 17, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Three species of elephant are recognized as DNA separates African elephants into two species. All are endangered largely due to habitat fragmentation and destruction.

Apr 2, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Potential for ecosystem collapse when top predators are removed has been demonstrated on land. New studies show that oceans face the same danger as shark populations drop

Mar 30, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Two species of endangered butterfly, at opposite ends of the earth, get respite from vehicles. One is protected during its migration, the other needs year round relief.

Mar 29, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Researchers in Greece realized that the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal needed more than just studying if the species was to survive.

Mar 28, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Were the animal rights activists wrong to say that hand-rearing by humans was not the best choice for this polar bear cub?

Mar 26, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

With both human and elephant numbers rising, preventing human-elephant conflict in Botswana will be key to preserving one of the largest elephant populations in Africa.

Mar 21, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

As black bears leave their dens, the chance of human-animal conflict increases. Despite increasing encounters black bear attacks are not common.

Mar 19, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Two surviving species of monk seal have adapted their behavior to avoid the presence of man. Marine Sanctuaries also offer hope for their continued existence.

Mar 16, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Genetic analysis comfirms the clouded leopard on Borneo is separate species. Total new species found on the island is 52 in just one year. And over 400 in the last decade

Mar 15, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Five species of dolphin have evolved to live in big, muddy rivers. Convergent evolution has made them look very similar despite little genetic connection.

Mar 14, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Ten of the most critically endangered mammals facing extinction as a result of habitat destruction and loss, introduced species,hunting and/or poaching.

Mar 13, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Antarctic wildlife, including blue whales, seals,albatross and penguins are negatively impacted by increased krill fishing in the Antarctic.

Mar 9, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Baboons seen as allies by some and as nuisance animals by others. Human-animal conflict problems in Cape Town area highlight the issues.

Mar 8, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

USFWS proposes polar bears for Threatened status under the ESA while Udall Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act seeks to further protect critical denning habitat.

Mar 6, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands of International Importance emphasizes practical support for wetland conservation. Link between poverty, food and clean water emphasized

Mar 3, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The Ramsar Convention designated Okavango Delta site provides varied habitat and year-round water. Its protection is critical to humans and wildlife in the area.

Feb 28, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Indian National Workshop looks at ways to manage conflicts between humans and leopards . Methods of preventing predation on livestock and attacks on humans needed.

Feb 14, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

A review of the four key aspects of human-animal conflict, how humans help create problems and how they affect the wildlife involved.

Feb 7, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The grey wolf population in northern Rocky Mountains has exceeded target recovery rates. Proposed delisting is causing concern but how justified is it?

Jan 31, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

A North Atlantic right whale is freed from fishing gear after being tracked since September. Effort highlights the many dangers faced by a critically endangered species.

Jan 27, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Genetic studies prove that the right whales of the North Pacific are a separate species. But they in serious danger of extinction and very little is known about them

Jan 22, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

The Yellowstone to Yukon (Y2Y) Conservation Initiative brings together scientists and conservationists to protect Rocky Mountain habitat, grizzly bears and other species

Jan 16, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Habitat loss from encroachment results in human-animal conflict as crop-raiding elephants find gardens a source of quick nutrition, angering people in Assam.

Jan 10, 2007 - Dawn M. Smith

Aiding local people leads to protection of the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal on the Saharan coast of Africa. Red tide caused loss of many monk seals.

Dec 27, 2006 - Dawn M. Smith