Model marsh in Louisiana

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The Baton Rouge, LA, zoo has incorporated a two-acre artificial marsh into its exhibits which doubles as part of a wastewater treatment system. Wastewater from the zoo is filtered of solids then flows over a bed of rock and aquatic plants where bacteria decompose organic matter. The water is finally run over ultraviolet lights which kill bacteria. The water may be recycled into the marsh or released into the bayou. The marsh has attracted numerous indigenous species including many wading birds. The marsh will pay for itself in sewer-use fees within three years.

Usage, Habitat (Ecology), Habitats, Zoos, Marsh ecology

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Schools's open

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A joint intiative,formed by the Wildlife Conservation Society, the New York City Department of Education, Phipps Community Development Corporation and Urban Assembly, has created the new Urban Assembly School for Wildlife Conservation (UASWC). UASWC is the first school focused on wildlife conservation. UASCW's educational program is described.

Facilities & equipment, Administration of Conservation Programs, New York, Wildlife Protection Programs, Schools, Buildings and facilities

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Melvin treewalker: a scientist hangs out with bats

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The author discusses the behavior, habitat, and population size of flying foxes in Sarawak, Malaysia. Topics include wildlife protection, hunting and wild meat law, and rural community education.

Malaysia, Behavior, Environmental aspects, Natural history, Bats, Bats (Animals), Game meat, Sarawak, Malaysia, Frugivores, Wildlife as food

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