Category: Science
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DelVal Tropic Ecology students Adventure to Costa Rica
A group of 14 Delaware Valley University students embarked on a 10-day tropical ecology trip to Costa Rica, experiencing the rich ecosystem through hikes, wildlife encounters, and cultural exchanges.
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So you want an animal on campus? Here’s how to get one.
Owen Klessel’s content highlights the benefits of having an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) on campus, particularly for individuals with disabilities. He illustrates this through a story about Animal Boy, who struggles with chronic anxiety and brings his pangolin, Pango, to college. However, Animal Boy fails to file the required ESA paperwork. The video serves as…
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Meet the World’s Most Trafficked Animal
Eli Freier hosted a pangolin exhibit to raise awareness about the illegal trafficking threatening the species, just before World Pangolin Day. With six of the eight pangolin species endangered, Freier emphasized their unique qualities and the need for protection, as over 100,000 are poached annually for their scales.
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Exploring Peace Valley Park: A Nature Lover’s Paradise
Amy Rims, who grew up exploring Peace Valley Park, now serves as its Office Manager, promoting its wildlife and educational programs. The park, once her grandmother’s dairy farm, features diverse habitats and offers various activities such as bird watching, nature walks, and seasonal events, fostering environmental appreciation and education.
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Protecting Pennsylvania’s Native Turtles from Illegal Trade and Trafficking
Pennsylvania has 14 native turtle species increasingly targeted by illegal traffickers despite being protected. Between 2015 and 2021, wildlife trafficking operations linked to disease spread resulted in 140,000 seizures. A secret agent’s investigation led to the arrest of key traffickers, highlighting the urgent conservation issues and dangers within local ecosystems.
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To be loved is to be seen; and if you have feathers, Trinity Gomez is looking at you
COMMENTARY: A PERSONAL REFLECTION STORY By Charlie Roller (They/Them) I chose to go to Delaware Valley University, a notorious agricultural school, as an English major. And I did so for two reasons: (1) location and (2) to learn something new. I have always loved writing but I have equally always loved animals. I have had…