Crotalus horridus
Notice anything about the Timber Rattlesnake’s Latin name? Crotalus horridus? The species was named for the undeserved dread it inspired in many of the first colonists 300 years ago and the persecution of apex predators begin as soon as they arrived. The Gray Wolf is another example of a misunderstood and exaggerated fear that has been passed on unnecessarily through generations in America. Thanks to intensive research and a renewed educational media focus (less Little Red Riding Hood and more informative, factual documentaries) they have had a much more positive perception in recent...
Read MoreThe Weather Channel and climate change ignorance
First of all, a couple of disclaimers: the following piece will not be accusing The Weather Channel (TWC) of climate change ignorance, nor is it solely to bash what TWC has become. I grew up an enormous fan of TWC ever since I used to visit my grandfather’s house and watch his cable to enjoy their 24/7 coverage in the early 90s. Once we had cable I was hooked and meteorology pulled me all the way in. I make that distinction because today it does not exist and TWC has become infotainment at best and a mockery of what it once was at worst. Various scripted and reality programming has...
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