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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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NEWS ABOUT: walruses

walruses stories: 3 news summaries

Fossil of 'Missing Link' Walking Seal Found

Arctic creature's existence was predicted by Charles Darwin

Apr 23, 09 3:03 AM CDT
(Newser) - The fossil of a semi-aquatic creature unearthed in northern Canada may hold the key to how seals and walruses evolved, the BBC reports. The carnivore—which resembles a cross between an otter and a seal—had feet that were webbed but weren't flippers. Scientists believe the animals walked on land... More »

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evolution • Arctic • fossil • Charles Darwin • walruses • marine mammals • seal

 Warmest Year Ever 
 Threatens Arctic Wildlife 

Greenland ice shelf loses 24 cubic miles to melting

Oct 16, 08 6:44 PM CDT
(Newser) - The Arctic had its warmest year on record in 2007, and a new government report underscores the unsettling consequences for ice sheets and wildlife, ABC News reports. The report reiterates many of the familiar scenarios of late about the region—sea ice is vanishing at a record pace and permafrost... More »

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climate change • Arctic • Greenland • polar bear • walruses

US Drilling Deals Spark New Fears for Polar Bears

Oils companies to explore frozen seas

Feb 7, 08 3:24 AM CST
(Newser) - The US government has announced $2.7 billion in winning bids for oil drilling rights in 2.8 million acres of Alaska's frozen Chukchi Sea, despite angry objections of lawmakers and environmentalists. The bids include a record $105 million offer from Shell for a single 9-square-mile tract. Environmental groups say... More »

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oil • Alaska • global warming • gas • polar bear • natural gas • Sierra Club • Chukchi Sea • exploration rights • walruses • bowhead wales • Interior Dept.

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