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In the UK the government has decided to ease the lockdown. We feel quite bittersweet about it, actually.
Lot's of reasons why for us, but the main one is that with the world becoming busier again, Earth and Nature will continue to suffer because most humans are selfish. Most want to return to normal. But where did "normal" get us?
It got us to here. This situation. A pandemic.
The real endangered species are animals because we already know that this pandemic is the consequence of mankind's invasion of the natural order of things. To quote the brilliant Dr Jane Goodall, "We brought it on ourselves" because of the "absolute disrespect" humans have shown for the natural world around them.
And she is so right. Mum and I both agree. Jane Goodall also added,"We hunt them, kill them, eat them, traffick them, sell them for meat in wild animal meat markets in Asia and Africa, and we have these intensive farms where animals are crowded in unsanitary conditions, terrified and frightened. This is how this particular coronavirus, COVID-19, has spilled over."
The 15th Annual Endangered Species Day on May 15th, 2020
Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people of all ages to celebrate and learn about endangered species and how to protect them. Due to the global coronavirus crisis, Endangered Species Day 2020 will primarily be celebrated through online events, digital actions, and individual activities.
More info here https://www.endangered.org/campaigns/endangered-species-day/
"The video released by the symphonic metal band celebrates the work of GESG in Mexico. Nightwish, who have been charming fans across the globe with their anthemic music since 1996, began supporting World Land Trust last year when lead singer, Floor Jansen, auctioned a beautiful portrait painting on WLT’s behalf.Now, ahead of their new album release, Human:II:Nature on Aril 10th 2020, the band have released the video, exploring WLT’s work alongside GESG in the Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve. Their generous ongoing support to the project will support conservation in Mexico’s ancient forests. Dan Bradbury, Head of Communications and Development, has said of the partnership, “It’s very exciting to be partnering with Nightwish. Their passion for the natural world shines through in their music, and the support of WLT and our partner GESG is a further demonstration that they are committed to making a positive impact on the environment whilst trying to influence others to do the same.”
About the World Land Trust
World Land Trust (WLT) is an international conservation charity that protects the world’s most biologically significant and threatened habitats acre by acre.Through a network of partner organisations around the world, WLT funds the creation of reserves and provides permanent protection for habitats and wildlife. Partnerships are developed with established and highly respected local organisations who engage support and commitment among the local community.https://www.worldlandtrust.org/who-we-are-2/
NIGHTWISH - Ad Astra (World Land Trust Partnership)
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You will have seen this artsy graphic of me healing the world before. I love it and so here it is again for Earth Day. I always send healing purrs to Mother Earth. She needs it more than ever now and so does everyone who lives on this beautiful planet (excluding evil people).
This year Earth Day is going digital for obvious reasons.
From EarthDay.Org
On Earth Day, April 22, 2020, we have two crises: One is the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The other is a slowly building disaster for our climate. We can, will and must solve both challenges. The world was not prepared for the novel coronavirus. But we still have time to prepare — in every part of the world — for the climate crisis. The coronavirus pandemic does not shut us down. Instead, it reminds us of what’s at stake in our fight for the planet. If we don’t demand change to transform our planet and meet our climate crisis, our current state will become the new normal — a world where pandemics and extreme weather events span the globe, leaving already marginalized and vulnerable communities even more at risk.
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I am sending healing purrs to the world because we need to help raise the vibration. The world is changing in a horrifying way right now and so us kitties have to purr all over the Earth to send love and healing energy to everyone who needs it right now.
Mum is a Reiki healer and is sending healing thoughts and light. Yes, she's panicking and her anxiety level is through the roof, but she also has moments of calm (she's not anxious all day, for example). When she has those moments she sends healing green light to the world.
Maybe you can all do it too?
Cat friends, you already know that you have the power to heal in your purr energy.
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BUBBLES is seeking a forever home. (Photo: Wood Green)
Just look at this sweet kitty!
She looks like a kitten but she's actually 13 years old 💚 "Bubbles is a beautiful lady who has come to Wood Green after her owner passed away. She is a sweet girl who enjoys fuss on her terms. She has her mad moments where she runs around the house and likes to slide a rug across the floor! Once she knows you she loves to curl up on your lap. She also learns very quickly that the fridge is a very good place to spend some time if you want to be in with a chance of a tasty treat and is starting to do tricks for some turkey!" If you would like to know more about Bubbles, please visit her profile Check her out on YouTube! https://youtu.be/y0hRwe1IjVU
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Don't forget tomorrow is the opportunity to shine the light on rescue pets and pet adoption. Time to raise awareness for orphaned animals everywhere and share your own posts about your rescue pet on social media. Let's do it for our rescues cos Rescue Pets Rock!
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Mum says I look like a wild cat with my amazing markings.
Talking of wildcats, have you seen The Tigers of Scotland documentary on Netflix? Catch the trailer here Mum watched and was shocked to hear that these amazing and beautiful creatures are on the verge of becoming extinct. Sadly, their numbers are dwindling fast.
" In just a couple of years ago experts believed that there were between 35 and 100 pure breed Scottish Wildcats and up to 400 hybrids. The latest estimate is that there are up to 100 hybrids with the possibility that there are no 100% pure Wildcats left." - The Tigers of Scotland website.
The hour-long documentary by Wild Films Ltd and narrated by actor Iain Glen, focuses on the wildcats and the conservation efforts currently being undertaken to ensure their survival. These elusive and magnificent cats, that once inhabited England and Wales and are now only confined to Scotland, are larger than a domestic cat and not to be confused with a domestic tabby. These ‘Highland Tigers’ (the name originates from their stripey fur and the fact that they’re the UK’s only remaining ‘big’ cat) are the UK's rarest mammal.
Even though Mum jokes with me that I look like a wild cat, it's important to note that the Scottish Wildcat is a distinctly different species than a typical domestic tabby house cat. For one thing, the wildcat is around 50% larger than the average moggy. And another thing is they are of stockier build and their tail is bushy with distinct black bands and a blunt tip. They also stay away from humans. Yeah, they may be cute but I doubt they would want you to pet them.
The Scottish Wildcat Action is the first national conservation plan with a vision to restore viable populations of Scottish wildcats north of the Highland fault line. They are committed to:
Working with local people in wildcat priority areas to reduce the risks of hybridisation, disease and accidental persecution;Breeding healthy wildcats for later release to bolster the population through a conservation breeding programme;Gathering extensive data and sharing our findings to improve understanding of this elusive predator."
1) Hybridisation - Wildcats are very rare, so it makes it difficult for them to find and breed with other wildcats. Hybridisation starts when a Scottish wildcat breeds with a domestic cat, either an unneutered pet cat that is living in the countryside or a domestic cat that is living wild, known as a feral. Their hybrid kittens grow up and go on to breed again. A healthy population of wildcats can cope with some hybridisation on its fringes. However, because numbers of wildcats are now so low, and there are many times more domestic/feral cats, our native cat will soon be wiped out by this genetic introgression.
2) Disease - Ferals also carry a lot of disease and parasites unfortunately because they are often in poor condition. They can pass these on to wildcats including fatal diseases such as FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) and FeLV (feline leukaemia virus), as well as cat flu. Surviving the harsh Scottish winters is tough enough without disease so this contributes to a shorter lifespan and less opportunities for wildcats to produce offspring.
3) Accidental persecution - Some land owners keep game birds, such as pheasants, and feral cats are considered a pest because they eat these birds. Ferals are therefore shot to keep numbers down. This is a legal predator control practice. However, sometimes wildcats can be mistaken for a feral cat, particularly at night when it is difficult to see.
We want to say that number 3 above "this is a legal predator control practice" angers me and Mum. Especially, Mum, who as you may well know is passionate about animal rights and hates all humans who mess with animals and nature. There is another reason why these wildcats are threatened. They are losing their habitat. A third of the small number of Scottish Wildcats that remain live in the publicly-owned Clashindarroch Forest in the Scottish Highlands and are in danger from logging by the Scottish Government’s Forestry Commission Scotland.
"Wildcat Haven have found13 wildcats in this forest. It is their last and only known major stronghold and breeding site. But logging is taking placein the middle of kitten season, disturbing wildcat mothers, which could make them abandon or even eat their young.The logging will tear the wildcat population apart, and threaten many other rare animals that live in the forest alongside them."
Sign the petition calling on the Scottish Government to immediately halt the logging and exploitation of Clashindarroch Forest to ensure the iconic Scottish wildcat survives. Click here to sign
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On Monday afternoon the sky over England suddenly came over all Tatooine like. It became quite orange. Like the sun had turned red or something. In fact, it rather looked like the world had turned sepia. There was an eerie glow too. Hurricane Ophelia is to blame, they said and debris from forest fires in Portugal and Spain also played a part. And now an analysis of tiny particles has indeed confirmed that the dust blown over from the Sahara by the remnants of Ophelia is what had caused this phenomenon. So, while Mum was editing today's photo she came across the Sahara filter from an app on her computer and this is what she got.
And here is a song called Sahara from Mum's favourite band, Nightwish.
