Fur has always been a fashion staple, but the only statement it makes is cruelty. The demand for animal pelt has created a violent industry that tortures and slaughters animals for their skin, fur, or feathers. Minks are most commonly targeted, but cows, foxes, rabbits, and countless other animals face a similar fate. It’s estimated that annually, 100 million animals are killed for their fur, with farms in Europe in particular continuing to support the trade. Explore the many alternatives to animal byproducts and discover how you can ensure fur is no longer in fashion.
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Dragonflies
Dragonflies are some of the top predators of freshwater ecosystems. Throughout their life cycle, these insects have a voracious appetite. As nymphs, they feast on small fish, tadpoles, and mosquito larvae. But in Canada, their appetite is decreasing. During winter, salt is used to dissolve snow o...
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Seagulls
Seagulls are synonymous with sandy beaches and the smell of the ocean. They’re also notorious food thieves, but their hunting methods are far more refined than that of a scavenger. With techniques to trick their prey like mimicking the sound of rain to bring earthworms to the surface, sourcing fo...
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Chipmunks
Cities are never good news for wildlife – but chipmunks might disagree. Amid street hawkers and skyscrapers, their populations are expanding in ways we don’t usually see in their natural habitat. Usually, chipmunks scamper about trees and shrubs in search of food which they stow away for winter. ...
