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That’s One Patriotic Puppet! Week 7 Wrap Up!
By - Mar 16, 2012
Posted in Birds,Endangered Species,Spotlight on Species

It wasn’t easy at all to pick the caption this week, because I really liked both of them!  In the end, though, Linda’s caption spoke of a common and unfortunate problem facing our favorite eagle, conflict with humans.

“I have a dream, that one day the Philippine Eagle will be free to fly the skies without fear!”
 
Our Birds of Prey Days will be funding community based conservation efforts in the area of the Philippines the eagles need it most.  Philippine Eagles often nest on the edge of forests near upland, bringing them in close contact with humans.  If they are pressed for food, an eagle will prey on domestic animals in these communities, and the human wildlife conflict can be very tense.   Because Philippine Eagles are loyal to a nest site and return year after year to the same nest, this community conservation education is vital to the survival of the species. 
So, thanks Linda!  We have that dream too! 
 
Melissa has taken the lead with a whopping 57 point total.
Hot on her trail is Tess, who took a week off from the contest and stands with 54 points. 
Linda is right behind with 49 points!
 
The Philippine Eagle isn’t the only beautiful bird on the islands.  There is over 600 species of bird in the Philippines, and all of them are threatened with extensive habitat loss!
 

Spotted Wood Kingfisher by Hazel Dawis

Above is another wonderful piece of art by my friend Hazel Dawis that will be available for raffle during our event.  Hazel is a very talented artist, but also one of the kindest and most generous people out there!  We are so glad to have her helping us help the eagle!
 
Don’t forget to stop by Monday to see where Jeffery ends up next week! 
 
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