enews: Yellowstone wolf kills a new low

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Take Action Don't send wildlife over the fiscal cliff! Unless Congress can reach a sensible budget agreement before the year's end, massive budget cuts will slash funding for endangered species, wildlife law enforcement, national wildlife refuges, and a host of other conservation programs. It’s not too late to stop this budget disaster before it happens. Contact your elected officials and demand an end to partisan wrangling. Feature Research wolves killed outside of Yellowstone Wolf hunting in the Northern Rockies is taking a toll on Yellowstone packs. Recently, it was discovered that seven radio-collared wolves that were part of an ongoing study were shot and killed just outside the park boundary. The loss of these wolves is a serious setback for wolf researchers. Learn more » [PROMO: A Message from Liberty Mutual] At Liberty Mutual we work to do the right thing. Just like you. Responsibility is integral to who we are at Liberty Mutual Insurance and we admire your commitment to saving wildlife and doing the right thing. We are proud to partner with Defenders of Wildlife to offer quality auto, home, and renters insurance. As a member of Defenders of Wildlife you could receive our caring service, expert advice, and quality coverage all at exclusive savings. Learn more and get a free quote from Liberty Mutual. Wins for Wildlife Ranching with Wolves: Advancing toward Peaceful Coexistence In Idaho, experiments with non-lethal means of preventing wolf predation on sheep are yielding exciting results. After five years, sheep predations in a 1200-square mile area have fallen nearly to zero. And, no wolves were harmed. Learn More » New Hope for Ending Shark Trade Endangered hammerhead sharks may get a new lease on life. Six countries, including Mexico and Brazil, have formally endorsed a proposal to ban trade in hammerhead shark fins and other parts at the bi-annual meeting of the upcoming conference of parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Learn More »   Defending Wildlife North Carolina Court Halts Spotlight Hunting of Coyotes Defenders of Wildlife joined a number of other conservation groups in court to stop spotlight hunting of coyotes at night. The hunting was occurring statewide and included areas that are inhabited by the only wild population of about 100 red wolves. After four critically endangered red wolves were shot and killed, a North Carolina court issued a temporary restraining order to stop the night hunts. Red wolves are similar to coyotes in color and size, making it virtually impossible for hunters to tell them apart. Click here to read the full press release »	Wildlife needs your help to survive. You can help ensure their future by including Defenders in your will, living trust, IRA, 401(k), or other estate plans. Polar Bears People and polar bears have lived in harmony for millennia. Meet some of the Native Alaskans on the front lines of saving one of America's most beloved wild creatures. Learn more about these magnificent creatures » Connect with Defenders! Defenders CEO Jamie Rappaport Clark is now on twitter!   Follow Jamie on Twitter and get her take on the important issues affecting wildlife today.

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