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The Hard Sell of Whale Sanctuaries Jul 20, 2021

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by Matthew Halliday • As aquariums end captive-whale programs, advocates seek to build ocean-based retirement homes for the animals—but finding the right host community is a feat.

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

In Goa, the Water Runs Black Jul 13, 2021

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by Disha Shetty • Locals near one of India’s coal-importing ports feel the effects of coal dust and are bracing for an even unhealthier future.

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

Survivor: Salmon Edition Jul 06, 2021

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by Brandon Wei • Will different salmon species adapt before the climate votes them off the island?

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

Birdopolis Webinar: Coastal Birds at Home in the City Jun 30, 2021

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This is a special episode of the Hakai Magazine Audio Edition. Researchers Louise Blight and Ed Kroc discuss the lives of gulls in urban environments along with managing editor Adrienne Mason. The conversation was recorded during the webinar called ‘Birdopolis: Coastal Birds at Home in the City’ on June 29, 2021.

Birdopolis, Part 3 of 3: The City, the Sparrow, and the Tempestuous Sea Jun 24, 2021

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by Joseph Quaderer • The saltmarsh sparrow survives the rattle and roar of one of North America’s most populated areas, but its greatest challenge comes from the sea.

This article is part of Birdopolis, a three-part series that explores the lives of birds that are, by accident or design, spending more time in urban environments. The other stories are “The Gull Next Door” and “Honolulu: A Seabird’s Surprising Five Star Destination”.

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

Birdopolis Part 2 of 3: Honolulu: A Seabird’s Surprising Five-Star Destination Jun 23, 2021

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by Joe Spring • The white tern—Manu-o-Kū—has excited ornithologists, its population growing within the busiest of Hawai‘i’s urban landscapes.

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

Birdopolis Part 1 of 3: The Gull Next Door Jun 22, 2021

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by Sarah Keartes • Your obnoxious neighbor or just a misunderstood, displaced seabird?

This article is part of Birdopolis, a three-part series that explores the lives of birds that are, by accident or design, spending more time in urban environments. The other stories are “Honolulu: A Seabird’s Surprising Five Star Destination” and “The City, the Sparrow, and the Tempestuous Sea”.

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

Freeing Oysters from a Parasite’s Hold Jun 15, 2021

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by Karen Pinchin • Armed with traditional knowledge and modern science, a small team hunts for the sweet spot that could save oysters from a parasite that has decimated populations in Cape Breton and beyond.

The original story, along with photos, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

Hawai‘i’s Last Outlaw Hippies (Rebroadcast) Jun 08, 2021

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by Brendan Borrell • After half a century, the counterculture squatters of Kalalau Valley are facing a final eviction.

The original story, along with photos and video, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

The Trees That Sail to Sea (Rebroadcast) Jun 01, 2021

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by Brian Payton • In one of nature’s remarkable second acts, dead trees become driftwood and embark on transformative journeys.

The original story, along with photos and video, can be found on hakaimagazine.com.

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