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Generative AI programs such as Chat GPT are proving disastrous to the environment through carbon emissions and fresh water usage. Let's take a deep dive into how generative AI works, how it differs from other types of AI, and how it is affecting our environment.
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Charlotte the stingray has unfortunately passed from her reproductive disease. Here's what we know about Charlotte's condition, experts' theories, and my own thoughts on the situation.
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AZA and Roadside Zoos: What's the Difference?
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Happy Pride everyone! I was swamped working and attending events, so I wanted to re-release an edited previous episode to celebrate the end of June. Today, let's celebrate 4 of our LGBTQIA+ community who have contributed so much to wildlife conservation around the world.
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Charlotte the stingray took the internet by storm, seemingly pregnant despite not having a mate. The theories behind her miracle pregnancy, the uncovered truth, and the following backlash provide an important lesson in marine animal care and anthropomorphism.
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Have you ever heard of the cats of Disneyland in California? These cats have a well-believed myth surrounding them, though they do exist.
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Due to an unexpected cold that has rendered my voice useless, I have re-edited an old Patreon bonus episode. I apologize for my old sound quality!
Paper made out of herbivore poop can have massive beneficial impacts on the environment as well as local economics. Support poo paper!
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Hermit crabs require more specialized care than most people realize, and these destinations do not provide accurate care information. In addition, poaching crabs from the wild is having an effect not only on their populations but on local ecosystems as well.
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We've all seen video games, movies, and TV shows dramatizing horrific monsters that have mutated due to excessive radiation. Are these depictions accurate for the remaining wildlife around Chernobyl? How does extreme radiation impact animals?
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The cute swimming pigs on Big Major Cay have become Instagram famous within the last decade, drawing hundreds of tourists out to visit them. Should we, as tourists, be participating and visiting Pig Island?
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On August 18th the world heard the news that the oldest living orca in captivity passed away at the Miami Seaquarium. Tokitae, otherwise known as Toki or Lolita, had been in captivity for more than 50 years and suffered horrendous treatment throughout most of her life. What does her legacy mean for other whales and dolphins in captivity?
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Is White Gladis really plotting her revenge and taking down boats in the Mediterranean? Is she teaching her family to do the same? Listen as whale researcher Giovanni Galarza and I talk about Gladis's revenge on boats along the Mediterranean coast of Europe.
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Team Lioness, the Black Mambas, the Akashinga, and Team Kufadza risk their lives every day to help prevent poaching and protect endangered African wildlife. We owe them our thanks and support!
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Thank you all for your concern. I am feeling much better from my COVID-19 experience and I will be back next week with a new episode
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Bullfighting exists all over the world but is the most popular - and most rooted in tradition - in Spain. What goes on in a bullfight, how does bullfighting impact Spain, and should it continue? This is part 2 of bull tourism in Spain.
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Running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain draws over a million tourists every year. However, should it be happening at all? This is the first part of a two-part series on bull tourism in Spain.
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Today we are talking about Thailand's infamous Tiger Temple, its raid, and the lasting repercussions of the destination on tiger tourism throughout Southeast Asia and tiger trafficking.
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The wild white cattle found only at Chillingham Castle are one of the most rare and genetically unique animals on the planet. The cattle have a mysterious history, and the castle they belong to has a dark past making it a great destination to visit in Europe.
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Steve Irwin was one of the greatest wildlife warriors of our generation. Here's how Steve Irwin became the fantastic conservationist he was, how he impacted the world, and how his family is continuing on in his legacy.
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I'm back! After struggling with audio for a few weeks (it still isn't perfect), we're back to talk about monkey dance tourism in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia. Let's talk about how it started, what's involved, and answer the big question: is it ethical?
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Due to my microphone giving out, we're bringing back a bonus episode I created for my Patrons! Wildlife tourism is huge in Costa Rica where biodiversity thrives. However, selfie tourism has taken root in the country, especially with animals as loveable as sloths. Let's talk about sloth selfies in Costa Rica and answer the question...is it ethical?
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The movie Roar was absolute chaos from start to finish with over half of the cast and crew getting injured on set from working with wild animals. How did this film affect the wildlife in the movie directly and the use of wildlife in movies long-term?
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Ever wonder how 101 Dalmatians affected breeding and dog shelters? What about films like Finding Nemo? Let's talk about how popular tv and movies featuring animals over the years have affected the pet trade in the US and around the world.
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Begging or wandering elephants in Bangkok and other large cities in Thailand and Southeast Asia is a common sight, despite it being outlawed in many destinations. Bangkok is one of the worst of these cities. Here's how begging elephant tourism began and how it affects the elephants who are forced to participate.
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Today we will be discussing the tragic story of Travis the chimp and why he is an excellent example of why we should not keep wildlife as pets.
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Shark cage diving is growing in popularity in countries such as South Africa, Mexico, and Australia. What are the ramifications of shark cage diving, and is it an ethical wildlife tourism experience that we should partake in?
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This week is going to be a little different. Instead of talking about animal tourism, let's talk about how black cats got their label as spooky and a spot as a Halloween decoration. Do these stereotypes have ramifications for black cats?
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Snake charming dates back over a thousand years in India and is still practiced today despite it being illegal. Let's talk about how snake charming works, about the charmers themselves, and answer the question: is it ethical?
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Today we will do a zoo review of Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, Washington, USA. Zoos, aquariums, and rescues will now be labeled as "zoo review" instead of destination highlight, because they won't all be winners! Listen to the history of how Woodland Park Zoo was created, their dark past with elephants, and what it's like to visit today.
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Today we will be talking about one of my heroes, Dame Jane Goodall and her world-changing discoveries with chimpanzees.
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Today I will be chatting with my friend and biologist Giovanni Galarza about whale watching and other forms of whale tourism around the world. Let's chat about the world's largest animals!
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Today we will be discussing Kopi Luwak - the world's most expensive coffee that comes from the poop of civets in Southeast Asia. Is it worth the hype or is the coffee as shitty as the treatment of civets in order to make it.
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Today we'll discuss the incredible history, evolution, and biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands. Plus, some tips for when you visit!
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In today's episode, we will be discussing the truth behind those viral videos of elephants painting pictures and how elephant tourism is shifting toward painting and other "hands off" activities that are still, overall, harmful.
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Happy Pride month everyone! Today, let's celebrate 4 of our LGBTQIA+ community who have contributed so much to wildlife conservation around the world.
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This week, we will unpack the can of worms that is Lion Tourism in Africa. Is it ethical?
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Have you ever wondered how the American animal circus began? Let's dive into the history of animal circuses around the world, and how we developed the famous 3-ring circus with performing lions and elephants that we know today.
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Today I will highlight another ethical animal tourism destination: Mesker Park Zoo and Botanical Gardens! I grew up visiting and later working at this AZA-accredited zoo and still love it to this day.
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Mesker Website: https://meskerparkzoo.com/
Blackman, Stuart. Do Animals Live Longer in Captivity? Discover Wildlife. https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/do-animals-live-longer-in-zoos/#:~:text=Only%20recently%20has%20there%20been,longer%20than%20their%20wild%20counterparts.
Hatt, Jean-Micheal; Müller, Dennis W. H.; Bingaman Lackey, L; Clauss, Marcus. (2011). Life expectancy in zoo mammals: what zoo veterinarians should know. University of Zurich. https://www.zora.uzh.ch/id/eprint/54377/1/Hatt_VotragAAZV.pdf
Higgins, Jessie. (2016, October 9). Mesker Zoo could lose nearly half its animals. Evansville Courier & Press. https://www.courierpress.com/story/news/local/2016/10/09/mesker-park-zoo-could-lose-nearly-half-its-animals/91609772/
Mason Studio. Photo. Lion pit at Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville, Indiana. University of Southern Indiana University Archives and Special Collections. https://digitalarchives.usi.edu/digital/collection/RLIC/id/17807/
Mesker Park Zoo. E is for Everyone. https://www.evansvillegov.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item;id=1142
Mesker Park Zoo Earns Prestigious AZA Accreditation. City of Evansville, Indiana. https://www.evansvillegov.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item;id=1142
Tidière, M., Gaillard, JM., Berger, V. et al. Comparative analyses of longevity and senescence reveal variable survival benefits of living in zoos across mammals. Sci Rep 6, 36361 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1038/srep36361
Walden, Laurie Anne. (2016, November 16). Most Mammals Live Longer in Zoos Than in the Wild. dvm 360. https://www.dvm360.com/view/most-mammals-live-longer-in-zoos-than-in-the-wild
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Not all zoos are created equal. Let's talk about the difference between AZA-accredited zoos, roadside zoos, and sanctuaries.
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About GFAS. (2022). Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. https://www.sanctuaryfederation.org/about-gfas/
Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations. (May 2019). USDA.
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_welfare/downloads/bluebook-ac-awa.pdf
FAQ. (2022). Association of Zoos and Aquariums. https://www.aza.org/accred-faq
What is a Sanctuary. (2022). Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. https://www.turpentinecreek.org/sanctuary/
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Is there an ethical way to swim with dolphins? Join me and guest Cindy Elliser from Pacific Mammal Research and PacMam podcast as we discuss the ethics and practicality of swimming with dolphins in the wild and in captivity.
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In today's episode, we discuss the pros and cons of popular animal cafés around the world. Should we be visiting them?
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Today, Humane Nature discusses the pros and cons of how tourism affects coral reefs worldwide.
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Today let's talk about the history and significance of one of my favorite destinations to see wild snakes - LaRue Pine Road or "Snake Road", Illinois!
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Jochimsen et al. A Literature Review of the Effects of Roads on Amphibians and Reptiles and the Measures Used to Minimize Those Effects. Herpetology Laboratory Department of Biological Sciences: Idaho State University. 11 November 2004. https://idfg.idaho.gov/old-web/docs/wildlife/collisionAmphibRep.pdf
Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District. Snake Migration LaRue-Pine Hills. US Forest Services. 2006. https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5106391.pdf
Palis, John G. Solving the Mystery of Wood Frogs at Snake Road. Bulletin of the Chicago Herpetological Society 55(6):117-120. 2020. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/John-Palis/publication/342850895_Solving_the_mystery_of_wood_frogs_at_Snake_Road/links/5f08b576299bf18816107d5a/Solving-the-mystery-of-wood-frogs-at-Snake-Road.pdf
Palis, John G.; Boehler, Mary B.; & Vossler, John J. An Update and an Addition to the Anuran Fauna of LaRue-Pine Hills, Union County, Illinois. Bulletin of the Chicago Herpetological Society 54(10):201-203. 2019. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/John-Palis/publication/337183420_An_update_and_an_addition_to_the_anuran_fauna_of_LaRue-Pine_Hills_Union_County_Illinois/links/5dca1472299bf1a47b300678/An-update-and-an-addition-to-the-anuran-fauna-of-LaRue-Pine-Hills-Union-County-Illinois.pdf
Schons, Mary. Snake Migration. National Geographic Society. 25 June 2019. Web. https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/snake-migration/
USDA Forest Service. LaRue-Pine Hills-Otter Pond Research Natural Area. United States Department of Agriculture. Web. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/shawnee/recarea/?recid=35185
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The late Betty White was not only a sensation on television and film but a hardworking wildlife warrior as well. Let's discuss how Betty lived her life as both America's hilarious grandma and fighter for animals and wildlife.
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Betty White: Charity Work, Events, and Causes. Look to the Stars. 2022. Web. https://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/betty-white
Chang, Rachel. Betty White’s Love for Animals Began as a Child. Biography. 17 January 2020. Web. https://www.biography.com/news/betty-white-animals-charity
DogTime. Betty White, zoos, and animal advocacy. Dogtime.com. Web. https://dogtime.com/dog-health/general/6040-betty-white-zoos-and-animal-advocacy
“”KOKO” – To look into the eyes of a 300 pound – Great American Country.” YouTube, uploaded by Butto, Eric C. Jr. 23 December 2017. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIbx9BW7ktc
Morris Animal Foundation Remembers Betty White, A Tireless Champion for Animals. Morris Animal Foundation. 31 December 2021. Web. https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/article/morris-animal-foundation-remembers-betty-white
Reeder, Jen. One of Betty White’s greatest legacies is helping animals. Today. 31 December 2021. Web. https://www.today.com/pets/betty-white-animal-lover-rcna10067
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Sweetwater, Texas is home to the largest rattlesnake roundup in the United States. Let's talk about what a rattlesnake roundup is, what happens at Sweetwater, and the ecological impact of this event.
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Sources
Adams, Clark E.; Thomas, John K. Texas Rattlesnake Roundups. Print. Texas A&M University Press. 6 Oct 2008. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=VwJKDwAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PR5&dq=rattlesnake+roundup+sweetwater+texas&ots=RitTNNlzIw&sig=USOSQlGsRC8lMBzpvXaodTiKmQo#v=onepage&q=rattlesnake%20roundup%20sweetwater%20texas&f=false
Adams et. al. Texas Rattlesnake Roundups: Implications of Unregulated Commercial Use of Wildlife. Wildlife Society Bulletin. 1994. Pp 324-330. Wiley. https://www.jstor.org/stable/3783264
Animal Info. Diamondback Rattlesnake Information, Facts, Photos, and Artwork. 3 May 2017. American Expedition. https://americanexpedition.us/learn-about-wildlife/diamondback-rattlesnake-information-facts-photos-and-artwork/
National Geographic. Rattlesnake Roundup | National Geographic. YouTube. 12 April 2010. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6TfBBN8vqs
UNILAD Adventure. The Texas Rattlesnake Roundup: The Dark Truth. YouTube. 6 April 2021. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8cS4l9Fw4E
Villegas, Angela M. A Case Study on Rattlesnake Gassing for the World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup in Sweetwater, TX. Journal of Undergraduate Research & Scholarly Work. https://rrpress.utsa.edu/bitstream/handle/20.500.12588/95/JURSW_Vol_6.49_ff.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y
Wilson, Sylvia. The American West through Representations of the World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup. May 2019. The University of Texas at Austin. https://repositories.lib.utexas.edu/handle/2152/74550
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In this mini-episode, we discuss the incredible Saengduean "Lek" Chailert and her work with Asian Elephant tourism. An amazing person for our first wildlife warrior episode and to finish off our episodes in Chiang Mai, Thailand!
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Sources
BUILDseries Interview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgjVxugFGIc
Green Global Travel. Interview: Lek Chailert, The Elephant Whisperer of Elephant Nature Park. Green Global Travel. https://greenglobaltravel.com/interview-lek-chailert-elephant-whisperer-elephant-nature-park/
Guerin, Kelly. Lek Chailert. Unbound Project. 2017. https://unboundproject.org/lek-chailert/
Lek Chailert. United Nations System Staff College. https://www.unssc.org/about-unssc/speakers-and-collaborators/lek-chailert/
Lewis, Kelly. The Woman Saving Thailand’s Elephants. Unearth Women. 2018. https://www.unearthwomen.com/2018/12/10/the-woman-saving-thailands-elephants/
Loop Abroad. Meet Lek! Loop Abroad. https://www.loopabroad.com/lek-chailert/
Love and Bananas: An Elephant Story *
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Save Elephant Foundation. Our Founder. Save Elephant Foundation. 2021. https://www.saveelephant.org/about/founder-sangduen-lek-chailert
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In today's episode, we take a deep dive into an ethical elephant rescue in Chiang Mai, Thailand that I have visited and recommend: Elephant Nature Park!
All destination highlight episodes are places I have personally visited and recommend due to their ethical standards.
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Sources
Buckley, Carol. Elephant Foot Care and Mahout training provided by Elephant Aid International: Summary of Services Provided. Outcomes and Recommendations. Elephant Aid International. 2011. Letter. https://www.elephantaidinternational.org/pdf/ENP_Report2011.pdf
Garcia, Luisa. Meet Thailand’s elephant whisperer. CBS News. 2016.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/meet-sangduen-lek-chailert-thailands-elephant-whisperer/
Sacha & Jmayel. 15 Quick Facts on Chiang Mai. 8 Miles from Home. 2012. Blog. https://8milesfromhome.com/15-facts-on-chiang-mai/
The Elephant Nature Park. About Us. https://www.elephantnaturepark.org/about/about-us/
The Elephant Nature Park. FAQ. https://www.elephantnaturepark.org/enp/faq-s
Ynoei. 15 Interesting Facts About Chiang Mai (Northern Thailand). Chiang Mai Traveller. 2017. https://www.chiangmaitraveller.com/15-interesting-facts-about-chiang-mai/
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Should we be riding elephants in Chiang Mai, Thailand? Here's what science and research say about the effects of tourists riding elephants and elephant tourism in Chiang Mai.
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Bansiddhi et al. Changing trends in elephant camp management in northern Thailand and implications for welfare. Zoological Science. 23 November 2018. https://peerj.com/articles/5996/?td=fb&fbclid=IwAR1_5Dvow1vFsAnJdnNAtEPyiPcqJJvN230njEBMrN1kd7TDS6Ko8pH7XZ0&utm_source=TrendMD&utm_campaign=PeerJ_TrendMD_0&utm_medium=TrendMD
Cohn, Jeffrey P. Do Elephants Belong in Zoos? BioScience V56 #9. 1September 2006. https://academic.oup.com/bioscience/article/56/9/714/262884
Facts About Elephants. Elephant Nature Park. https://www.elephantnaturepark.org/about/facts-about-elephants/.
Laws et al. The Elephant Tourism Business. CAB International. Print. 2021. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=XTELEAAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PA64&dq=impacts+of+elephant+riding&ots=DbEkQrd2Rv&sig=ewESubVhoPDcOsBJRBM_Cm2Kyjc#v=onepage&q=impacts%20of%20elephant%20riding&f=false
Laws, Scott, & Koldowski. The Routledge Handbook of Tourism. Routledge. Print. 2019. https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781351025102-7/impacts-elephant-tourism-thailand-eric-laws-noel-scott-john-koldowski
Not Riding! Useful Information. Green Elephant Sanctuary Park Phuket.https://www.green-elephantsanctuarypark.com/not-riding/
Rizzolo & Bradshaw. Wild Animals and Leisure. Routledge. Print. 2018. https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781315457413-7/human-leisure-elephant-breakdown-jessica-bell-rizzolo-gay-bradshaw
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WWF. Top 10 Facts About Elephants. World Wildlife Fund. https://www.wwf.org.uk/learn/fascinating-facts/elephants
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This episode is the shorter, introductory episode to Humane Nature! We discuss what animal tourism and wildlife tourism is, and how to determine whether an animal or wildlife tourism destination is ethical.
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Callos, Nick. Redefining Wildlife Tourism: Ethically Interacting with Animals Abroad.
Volunteer Forever. 9 November 2019.
https://www.volunteerforever.com/article_post/redefining-wildlife-tourism-ethically- interacting-with-animals-abroad/.
Christa. How to Recognize (Un)Ethical Animal Tourism. Expedition Wildlife. 2 October 2020.
https://www.expeditionwildlife.com/what-is-unethical-animal-tourism/.
Salyer, Aaron. Animal Tourism: What you need to know. The Dharma Travels. 14 October
2020. https://thedharmatrails.com/be-aware-of-animal-tourism/.
Winter, Caroline. A review of research into animal ethics in tourism: Launching the annals of
tourism research curated collection on animal ethics in tourism. Annals of Animal Tourism
V84. September 2020.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S016073832030133X.
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