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Post by sickandtired on Feb 25, 2007 12:21:35 GMT -5
Beautiful flies that live in the Hawaiian Islands Here is pieces of the article about these flies.... Twelve species of rare flies known for their elaborate courtship displays and found only in the Hawaiian Islands are now protected under the Endangered Species Act "The Hawaiian picture-wings ... are one of our most important endemic invertebrates in Hawaii,'' said Brent Plater, a staff attorney in the center's San Francisco office. The flies are named for the intricate markings on their clear wings and are known for their elaborate performances when protecting their territory or courting a mate and here is the kicker.......... Researchers have also found antibiotic resistant bacteria on some Hawaiian flies, including some of the newly protected species, that may help scientists find new ways to combat diseases such as bird flu and even cancer, he said. and a link to the whole news article..... www.livescience.com/animalworld/ap_060510_flies_endangered.htmlThese organisms set free for our environment again hard at work infecting everything they come into contact with......
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Post by gracebeours on Feb 25, 2007 12:43:16 GMT -5
I guess protecting flies is more important than helping people. Remind me to throw my fly-swatters away. I sure wouldn't want to get arrested.
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