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Unhappy endlings: What tales of the last days of extinct and dying species can bring to our own story

They are all now dead and can never be replaced but at least they got names. Martha, Benjamin and Incas… Booming Ben and Lonesome George. They were endlings, each one the last known member of its species. Their names remind … Continue reading

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What gorillas can teach children about being human

The world’s most famous gorilla died 18 years ago today. I’m grateful for what he taught me while he lived. Continue reading

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