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An authoritative new study by the U.S. Geological Survey and others paints a depressing picture for the future of amphibians like frogs, toads and salamanders in the U.S. At the rate these species are disappearing, they will disappear from half their current habitats within about 20 years. The most threatened species among them could be reduced by half before the end of this decade. Leer más.

According to the Sea Turtle Conservancy, «Each year, more than 250,000 sea turtles are accidentally captured, injured or killed by U.S. fishermen. Many of these injuries and deaths take place while turtles are migrating through fishing areas. The turtles, attracted to the bait, get caught on the hooks used to catch fish” (2011, para. 2). Leer más.