Harpy Eagle "Cheyenne" - 51 Years Old - Died At Summit Zoo


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Welcome to Panama Guide Harpy Eagle "Cheyenne" - 51 Years Old - Died At Summit Zoo![]() ![]() Big Lizard Has Residents of Las Garzas Concerned![]() Editor's Comment: Four or five meters? That's one big friggin' lizard. Martinelli Partially Vetoes Animal Protection Bill![]() The international organizations for the protection of animals refer to and define pets as "those domestic animals that are not forced to work, nor are they used for food, but is retained for the purpose of providing company or for the enjoyment of their owners." The President's veto referred to Chapter VI, relating to offenses and penalties, specifically in Article 15, which outlines what constitutes offenses against domestic animals, subject to criminal liability in such event, the following conduct: 1. Cause injury or death to a domestic animal through acts of abuse or cruelty. That failure under Article 16 of the bill establishes a penalty of fine of five hundred dollars ($500.00) to one thousand dollars ($1,000.00), and community work. This regulation establishes a dogmatic collision of character, because the same action or conduct is already sanctioned under Article 421 of the Penal Code, which states that "whoever by acts of cruelty, causes death or seriously injures an animal used as a pet shall be punished with a from one hundred to two hundred days/fine, or community work. That is to say, the same behavior is seen as a crime. (Dia a Dia)
Editor's Comment: When I was a kid growing up, both my father and my grandfather had the same rule when it came to using a gun in the woods - "if you kill it, you gotta eat it." The point was simple. If I wanted to blow away some poor little defenseless chipmunk for sport with a .22 just because I could, I had better like to eat chipmunk roasted over an open fire. The same thing went for turtles, frogs, snakes, birds, or anything else that moved in the woods. All domesticated animals should be taken care of responsibly, given adequate food and water, as well as shelter and medical treatment if necessary. If you take care of your animals, then they will take care of you. I personally don't get excited about bull fights or cock fighting and I understand those activities are cultural and probably came to Panama with the Spanish conquistadors 500 years ago. I eat both chicken and beef and I bet if the bull had a choice he would rather go down fighting, rather than taking a bolt-gun to the forehead. In Panama this Bill has become hotly contested and controversial, and apparently Martinelli is trying to do a tight-walk down the middle. ANAM and Smithsonian Institute Join Forces To Save Amphibians in Panama![]() ![]() New Law 308 Protects Domestic Animals and Pets![]() The principal right animals will have will be to have adequate food and nutrition, including a reasonable limitation of time and intensity of work, rest, and not be forced to work beyond the capabilities of their physical body. Owners who break the law or threaten the lives of animals can be fined from $500 to $1,000 dollars, based on items one and two of the law. Under Article 15, in numerals three, four, five and six, provides that the fines will range from $100 to $ 500. (Siglo)
Scientists Exploring The Waters Around Hannibal Bank in Panama![]() ![]() From the STRI Webpage: "Panama’s Coiba National Park, part of a major migration route for marine animals in the Tropical Eastern Pacific--from the Galapagos to Costa Rica’s Cocos Islands-- remains largely unexplored. From Mar. 4-10, Mission Blue, founded by Sylvia Earle, oceanographer, environmental advocate and National Geographic ‘Explorer In Residence,’ will explore Hannibal Bank, the top of an undersea mountain near Coiba Island. Mission Blue aims to use films, expeditions, the web and new submarines to create a campaign that ignites public support for a global network of marine protected areas—Hope Spots--large enough to save the blue heart of the planet. Scientists from the Smithsonian and from Panama’s government research institute, INDICASAT-AIP, as well as representatives of Panama’s Environmental Authority, ANAM and Marine Resources Authority, ARAP join the expedition. Follow our web posts and the links on this page for daily updates from the expedition."
Editor's Comment: Think of the Hannibal Bank as a big, underwater mountain. During this study the researchers will be running up and down the sides of that mountain using HD video to document all of the different species found there. But a word of caution. The Blog about the expedition on the STRI website, specifically - /blogs/biff - is infected with a JS/Iframe.BJ Trojan. So, surf with caution and with your raincoat on, if you must. Amigos de Animales Boquete is an SPCAI Shelter of the WeekMonday, February 13 2012 @ 12:54 PM EST Contributed by: Anonymous Views: 2,329 ![]() Killer Bees Attack College Students And Janitor![]() ![]() Editor's Comment: All honey bees in Panama are Africanized, which means they are more aggressive and defensive. It there's a bee in your soda, it's his. Leave him alone and go get another one... The Summit Zoo in Panama On The Road To Gamboa (Video)![]() ![]() Question Received Via Email: "Good morning, Do you know the cost of a taxi to and from the zoo from downtown Panama City? Lets say the Torres de Alba. It would would be nice for visitors to know so they do not get miss information from a taxi driver. (Gringo'ed) Especially getting back to their hotel. Thanks, Jim." I don't know - maybe ten or fifteen bucks? It might be a better deal to just rent a car for a day and drive yourself. It's a pretty long haul out there, and then you have to catch a ride back. If you're doing it on a budget I know there are buses you can catch at the bus terminal in Albrook to go to Gamboa. So, bus to Albrook then bus to Summit - about a buck or two total or less than five round-trip. Copyright 2012 by Don Winner for Panama-Guide.com. Go ahead and use whatever you like as long as you credit the source. Salud. Great New Documentary Video About Spay Panama![]() Copyright 2012 by Don Winner for Panama-Guide.com. Go ahead and use whatever you like as long as you credit the source. Salud. Africanized Bees Kill 84 Year Old Woman in Los Santos - Stung More Than 500 Times![]() ![]() Editor's Comment: The dry season is just starting to kick in, so possibly the movements and activities of these swarms of Africanized bees might be related in some way to the weather? That's just a hunch on my part. In any case, heads up and be aware for the potential for swarms. Monkeys In Small Groups Fight More (STRI Research in Panama)![]() ![]() Researchers used recorded vocalizations to simulate territorial invasions into the ranges of wild white-faced capuchin monkey groups at the Smithsonian research station on Barro Colorado Island in Panama. Monkeys responded more vigorously to territorial challenges near the center of their territories and were more likely to flee in encounters near the borders, they found, and defection by members of larger groups was more common than defection by members of smaller groups. These behavior patterns even the balance of power among groups and may explain how large and small groups are able to coexist, the researchers said. Area Residents Rescue Two Dolphins in Puerto de Guararé![]() ![]() Police Dog (Mutt) Blown Away For Trying To Hump A Rich Bitch![]() Editor's Comment: Apparently the dog that was living at the police station was a mutt, and the female (bitch) owned by the resident was a pure breed of some kind. The guy shot four times, but apparently only one of the bullets struck the dog, killing it. Obviously this animal was not a working police dog but rather more of a mascot. And how dumb do you have to be to blow away the police dog mascot using a handgun with an expired license? He should have just kept his bitch in heat inside of the house. Maybe he could give one of the pups to the cops? Possible Virus Kills Ten Head of Cattle in Bocas del Toro, Panama![]() ![]() Africanized Bees Causing Problems in Chilibre![]() ![]() Lions that were caged at Panama fairgrounds have new home![]() The lionesses usually were housed in a 6-foot-by-8-foot concrete and steel cage in a zoo at the fairgrounds. "These three girls didn't have a family structure," Craig said. "It was more or less that they were isolated for (nearly) 15 years." Wednesday afternoon, they were in a 1,500-square-foot temporary area at the sanctuary. "They are in their enclosure, and they are resting comfortably," according to Craig. "They are enjoying the space." He expects that the lionesses will eventually join a pride of lions that were rescued in Bolivia. "African lions are the only cats that have a strong instinct to live together," Craig said. In February, 25 lions rescued from harrowing conditions at circuses in Bolivia were flown to the sanctuary, where they live uncaged. The flight, part of an Animal Defenders International operation, followed the passage of a Bolivia 2009 law that bans the use of any animals in circuses. The sanctuary built an 80-acre fenced site for the lions, which are split into four prides, Craig said. "They all have practically doubled their weight" in the past seven months. The 720-acre sanctuary of rolling grasslands, split into habitats, houses about 300 large carnivores, including bears, tigers and other big cats. Most of the lions have a lifespan of about 21 to 23 years, double their expected longevity in the wild. That's largely because they have no predators or competition from within their population. Lionesses receive estrogen implants so they won't go into heat. That also reduces the competition and fighting among males. FedEx carried the felines from Panama to Memphis, Tennessee, on Tuesday and then to Denver early Wednesday. Rescued Lions Flown From Panama to Denver![]() Concerned about them - This relocation was made possible thanks to the chiricano Emilio Knox, who has been living in the United States for more than 30 years, and who promotes the creation of new laws to protect abused animals. Another who helped was the Englishman Nigel Cosans. The wildlife expert, who works for Fox television and National Geographic, made a video of the transfer and the arrival of the lionesses at the sanctuary. He said in one year might this documentary might be shown by the National Geographic Channel.
In better condition - The lionesses will be living in a pen five times larger than where they were in La Chorrera, and they will be with other lions. Edgar Chacón, National Director of Protected Areas and Wildlife of the ANAM, said the rest of the animals at the zoo were removed and taken to other zoos in the country. (Dia a Dia) Lions Transferred From Panama Zoo to Denver![]() ![]() Editor's Comment: In my humble opinion, if you're going to keep a wild animal in captivity, then you assume the responsibility of adequately caring for said animal. The Zoos in the United States are normally world class, and without a doubt these three lions will receive much better care than what they were receiving here in Panama. Panama does not have a First World zoo. They have Third World zoos. At one point, many years ago, I left the Summit zoo after chewing out the manager due to the atrocious conditions in which the animals were being kept. I think zoos are great things, especially for young children, so they can see and learn about animals. However, this simply has to be done in a responsible manner. I would like to see the government of Panama step up and make a commitment to having a World Class zoo. I also think Panama would be a great place for a World Class aquarium. Imagine the best and largest and most interesting aquarium located in Panama City, right at the end of the Causeway. With fish and creatures from both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, as well as freshwater animals from Lake Gatun. Panama needs an attraction such as this. But if you're going to do a zoo they either do it right, or don't do it at all. Dozens Of Dead Pigeons - Poisoned - Falling To The Street on Via España![]() ![]() Editor's Comment: One man's "cute little bird" is another man's "flying shit machine". Some people like to feed the pigeons, but it looks like someone got tired of cleaning bird crap off of their Lexus. Personally speaking, while I don't particularly like pigeons, putting out poisoned food for them is simply evil. There are other ways to go about address issues of pests without killing dozens of birds. Stop feeding them and they'll go away. Who knows, maybe the person who killed them got tired of asking nicely? And if there are dozens of birds crapping all over your stuff all day long, you can bet that whoever was feeding them never had to clean up one square inch of bird shit. Whatever. When I see a pigeon, I think "flying rat." Massive Anaconda Reportedly Sighted in Lake Gatun![]() ![]() Editor's Comment: Anacondas can grow to as much as 25 feet in length, but when explorers first started going into the jungles of South America, there were reports of snakes reaching 50' or more, although none of those have been scientifically verified. An article appeared in the Panama America newspaper back in March 2011, saying that an Anaconda had reportedly escaped from an American in Arenosa, and it now lives in Lake Gatun.
Five Cows Killed By Lightening (And, It's The Government's Fault For Not Protecting Them)![]() ![]() Editor's Comment:What? Your cows get struck by lightening so you ask the government to protect them? This is a perfect example of what happens when people get it in their heads that the government will do everything for them. Ridiculous. Whatever. Anyway, watch out for lightening. Or die. Expat Needs Donations of O- Blood at Instituto Onocologicol Nacional (Cancer Hospital) In Panama City![]() Copyright 2011 by Don Winner for Panama-Guide.com. Go ahead and use whatever you like as long as you credit the source. Salud. Africanized Bees Kill Dogs in "El Gringo" Arraiján![]() ![]() About what happened, a source of the Arraiján Fire Department said in fact they actually do not have the equipment required to handle calls about swarms of bees, but that once they could, they moved to the site to provide the aid. He said that aid is not denied to any person who calls and requests help, and he said they respond to about eight calls each month for Africanized bees. Ricardo Jaramillo, Fire Department spokesman, confirmed that the fire department has not received the equipment required to deal with these kinds of emergencies in more than 20 years, and they are waiting for new orders which have already been processed. (El Siglo) Editor's Comment: Africanized bees are a fact of life in Panama. Practically every honey bee you see belongs to a larger colony that could kill you if it decides to. When you see a bee, any bee, simply leave him alone. If you find yourself in a swarm get the hell out of there. You should also review this document - What To Do If Attacked By Africanized Honey Bees. Vampire Bats Cause Alarm in Panama![]() ![]() Sleep Loggers, Take Two![]() Saturday, May 14 - We are still unable to download the sleep data recorded from our first flying frigate bird because seawater penetrated the sleep logger. Our research project, which is to try to discover whether frigate birds can sleep while flying, is dependent on these miniaturized computers to record the birds’ brain waves. Our first attempt to create a breathable and waterproof housing for the loggers worked well in the laboratory, but failed under field conditions. The zinc air batteries we’re using to power the neurologgers require a small but steady flow of oxygen in their chemical reaction to provide electrical current. It’d be easy to simply use some anaerobic lithium batteries and vacuum-pack the loggers airtight like a frozen turkey. But the even smallest lithium batteries are huge compared with the tiny zinc air ones. On a flying bird, even one extra gram can have a significant effect, so we’re making every effort to keep the mass at an absolute minimum. This weight issue is an ongoing battle for any field scientist tagging and tracking wildlife. (more)
Yes, There Are Talking Dogs In The World...![]() You Know What's Coming: The best part about this video, is as soon as you see these jerks in action, you pretty much know how it's going to end ... hilarious.
Copyright 2011 by Don Winner for Panama-Guide.com. Go ahead and use whatever you like as long as you credit the source. Salud. $ 4.8 million to strengthen information exchange between US and Panama![]() Editor's Comment: Panama is going to spend $4.8 million dollars on a system to improve information sharing with the United States? And according to the Ministry of the Presidency (who is getting the money) it's a system to combat drug trafficking and weapons smuggling. Hmmm. Well, it could be that Panama is getting tied into a regional intelligence network that's being built, with most of the money coming from the US, but each local country has to put up a part to participate. Colon Cops Catch Carnivorous Carnival Crock![]() ![]() Owl Kicked By Panamanian Soccer Player in Colombia Dies of Injuries![]() ![]() Editor's Comment: What a friggin' moron. That was a real bone-headed thing to do. The only way for Luis Moreno to deal with this is to face up to it, apologize a thousand times, admit the fact that he screwed up royally, accept responsibility, beg for forgiveness, and wait for the media frenzy to die down. While he's waiting he should read Michael Vick's book about dog ownership, the humane treatment of animals, and sports professionals. |
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