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News Selection Nov. 21, 2007

By greenexpander ⋅ November 21, 2007 ⋅  Email This Post ⋅  Print This Post ⋅ Post a comment

Giant Catfish Caught in Cambodia - source

Perhaps the largest catfish in the world was captured just before midnight on November 13. The Mekong giant catfish has some amazing measurements, it’s 8 feet long (2.4 meters long) ands weighs 450 pounds (204 kilograms). After collecting data, the fish was released unharmed.

Japan Sets on Whale Hunt, EU Urges the Country to Stop - source & source

The European Commission urged Japan on Tuesday to stop a hunt it said could kill up to 1,000 mink, fin and humpback whales. Japan is facing increased pressure internationally, as well as from traditional anti-whaling and environmental groups., which have vowed to interrupt the hunt.

Bug-eating Plants Smarter Than They Look - source

The carnivorous pitcher plants that feed on insects in the Asian tropics may not snap shut like Venus flytraps, but they contain a liquid that produces powerful filaments to snare prey.

How Are Elephants Prevented From Destroying Indian Crops? - source

Wildlife experts in Assam are experimenting with the world’s hottest pepper to prevent wild elephants from destroying homes and crops and attacking people who live close to the pachyderm’s habitat, according to the AP. (photos included)

The Great White Shark Fading into Extinction - source

The great white shark is among 30 species of sharks and rays fast swimming toward oblivion in the Mediterranean Sea, a new report warns. 42% of Mediterranean shark and rays species are currently threatened.

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