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Disney Sponsored Turtles Compete in Annual Marathon

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.- Fans at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort will be able to cheer on “Peach” and “Pearl” as the two loggerhead sea turtles return to the Atlantic Ocean to compete in the annual Turtles Migration Marathon. Named after characters from the Disney-Pixar movie Finding Nemo, Peach and Pearl are competing in the “Tour … Continue reading "Disney Sponsored Turtles Compete in Annual Marathon"
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Disney Named Conservationist of the Year by Wildlife Federation

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., – The Florida Wildlife Federation recently highlighted the efforts of the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) naming it “Corporate Conservationist of the Year” during its annual awards ceremony. “The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund was chosen because of the very generous grants and remarkable efforts to support conservation projects, protect endangered species … Continue reading "Disney Named Conservationist of the Year by Wildlife Federation"
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Disney Nature’s Chimpanzee to hold World Premiere at Walt Disney World

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The WORLD PREMIERE of the feature film “Chimpanzee,” will take place beginning 11am on April 13, 2012 at the AMC Downtown Disney, Walt Disney World. Directors Alastair Fothergill (“African Cats” and “Earth”) and Mark Linfield (“Earth”), as well as Dr. Jane Goodall will be on hand for the celebration to walk the red carpet. Disneynature’s … Continue reading "Disney Nature’s Chimpanzee to hold World Premiere at Walt Disney World"
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Party for the Planet

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At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Guests will “Party for the Planet” during a week-long, park-wide Earth Day celebration, with the first and last days–April 13 and April 22-featuring even more fun activities. Guests will learn what they can do to make their backyards wildlife-friendly and discover other ways to protect nature and conserve wildlife, including chimpanzees … Continue reading "Disney’s Animal Kingdom Party for the Planet"
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Chimpanzees Receive Emergency Support from the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund

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The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund is responding immediately to needs of the Jane Goodall Institute and the Pan African Sanctuary Alliance to protect endangered chimpanzees in Africa. The Jane Goodall Institute was awarded $5,000 for veterinary supplies to vaccinate chimpanzees and staff against a dangerous measles outbreak at the Tchimpounga Sanctuary in the Democratic Republic … Continue reading "Chimpanzees Receive Emergency Support from the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund"
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Marks 10 Years of Conservation Leadership

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 17, 2011 – While guests may visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to experience the more than 200 animals from 30 different species roaming across 46 lush acres, the generosity of those guests has also funded conservation projects that extend far beyond the savannahs of the resort hotel. Since Disney’s Animal … Continue reading "Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Marks 10 Years of Conservation Leadership"
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Sea Turtles Continue On The Road To Recovery At Walt Disney World Resort

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 16, 2010 – All 32 sea turtles recently taken in by Walt Disney World Resort after being impacted by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico have completed their initial veterinary examinations and are responding well to treatment, say Disney animal care experts. Among the sea turtles in recovery … Continue reading "Sea Turtles Continue On The Road To Recovery At Walt Disney World Resort"
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Disney Animal Experts Say Farewell to Flippered and Furry Friends

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 8, 2010 – Breaking up is hard to do – especially before Valentine’s Day. But for a team of animal care experts from Disney’s Animal Programs, saying goodbye often means a new beginning for the wildlife they’ve taken under their wing. During the next few weeks, animal managers, veterinarians and … Continue reading "Disney Animal Experts Say Farewell to Flippered and Furry Friends"
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First Rescue Center for Gorillas to Open in Eastern Africa

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International Partnership Will Reintroduce Rescued Gorillas in Democratic Republic Congo September 15, 2008 — The first center in eastern Africa designed to rescue, rehabilitate and reintroduce orphaned gorillas back into the wild will begin construction later this month in the Democratic Republic (DR) of Congo. The center will also include a conservation education and public … Continue reading "First Rescue Center for Gorillas to Open in Eastern Africa"
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