Scientists are worried about the fate of the banana. I've pointed out before that scientists are fighting a losing battle against diseases attacking banana plants and bananas may be a food of the past. And I posted about the feared ultimate demise of the Tasmanian Devil.
Eels are on their way out, too, apparently. Eel populations are dwindling and New Science magazine reports that scientists fear the extinction of the wondrous eel.
But on the brighter side for all of you animal lovers, a male almiqui was found in Cuba, alive and in good health. The almiqui was thought to have been extinct. I would feel somewhat better about the survival of the ugly little critter if they found a female, too.
Posted by Bill at October 1, 2003 03:16 PMI'm sorry about any species disappearing and possible effects on the ecosystem, but I must say, since I heartily dislike both bananas and eels, if something's gotta go...
Posted by: TW at October 1, 2003 03:29 PMYesterday I heard a report about the declining number of vultures in India. It concerns the burial practises of certain religions. You would not believe how many vultures are needed to consume three bodies a day. Bon Appetit!
Posted by: Anji at October 2, 2003 01:35 AMI have to agree with you Bill. I think I would sleep much better at night knowing a female almiqui was found too. ;-)
Posted by: Michelle at October 2, 2003 07:20 AMmmm bananas. What would I do without them.
The cute little froggies in the cloud forest in Costa Rica are disappearing too. They think the acid rain spread from "developed" nations to the north is doing them in.
Posted by: Tuesday at October 5, 2003 01:48 PM