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The Pribilofs

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A visit to St. Paul Island in the Bering Sea is described. The island, which normally has constant fog and drizzle, has become a habitat for various sea birds and as many as 800,000 fur seals.

Description and travel, Seals (Animals), Sea birds, Saint Paul Island (Alaska)

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Urban bears: the lure of easy food tempts wild bruins to embrace city life

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Bears in Alaska are attracted to areas in which food is stored or kept, as the food is usually easy to obtain. More bears are venturing into city garbage dumps or cabins in the wilderness than in years past and becoming bolder with their behavior, but the animals most likely seek food because their natural sources are lacking. Advice for being safe around the bears is given.

Natural history, Bears

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He walks on the wild side

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Rick Sinnott, a biologist at Alaska Department of Fish and Game, expresses his concern for protection of wildlife from human environment. He rescues animals like a moose to protect city residents with wildlife problems.

Executive changes & profiles, Services information, Administration of Conservation Programs, Wildlife Protection Programs, Officials and employees, Services, Wildlife conservation, Alaska. Department of Fish and Game, Sinnott, Rick

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