From 60 million buffalo in 1830 to 23 free-ranging animals in 1884 – 54 years. How did men accomplish this? They slaughtered and slaughtered and slaughtered. Some states and territories passed laws to try to save the American buffalo. Idaho in 1864. Too late. There wasn’t a single buffalo left in Idaho. In 1871, Wyoming…
Category: Animals
The Year was A Date Lost in Antiquity
It was a pagan holiday. Now, the first day of November is called All Soul’s Day. According to various religions, this is the day to pray for the dead. In the Roman Catholic Church tradition, those who have gone to Heaven are Saints. Those who still have a chance to get into Heaven, who have…
The Year was 2007
“I want to go back.” These words were not supposed to be possible. The romantics believe that Alex knew exactly what he was saying. The scientists believe that Alex was not using real language but a “two-way communication system,” whatever that exactly means! Alex was a parrot, an African Grey. They are known for their…