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reason for animal endangerment. It may sound funny to say, but it's worth |
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remembering that it takes 100 years to grow a hundred-year-old tree. |
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Come to the Zoo and learn more about endangered animals and why they're |
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endangered. Tell people about what you've learned. |
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Recycle aluminum cans. Rainforests are cleared to mine for the aluminum. Recycling |
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a can requires no new aluminum. |
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Recycle Your Old Cell Phones at Zoo Atlanta for Gorilla Conservation new! |
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Conserve energy and protect the global environment by carpooling, taking public |
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transportation, or riding your bike instead of taking the car whenever you can. |
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Create a back yard habitat. Birds that migrate from tropical forests need to rest, eat |
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and drink along the way. Planting native shrubs and trees provide shelter and food, a simple bird bath or a little pool can provide water. Native animals can benefit from this year round, and it's fun to watch the beautiful animals that are attracted to your yard. |
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If you travel to a tropical forest, make sure the money you spend is supporting local |
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people and local conservation efforts. |
