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The suspected case of Australian native animals being infected by "Leishmania", a feared parasite spread by blood sucking sandflies and responsible for millions of cases of human disease, is investigated by infectious disease and wildlife agencies. It is discovered that four red kangaroos held as exhibits at the Territory Wildlife Park at Berry Springs, South of Darwin, had a mystery skin disease affecting their tails.
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The benefits of bioprospecting, a technology of manipulation of living material to create new types of medicines and agricultural products that will be worth $48 billion a year around the world is reported. An effective regulatory framework is required so that the venture proceeds with the maximum commercial benefits will pass to all interested parties and the least amount of harm is done to the environment.
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Some whaling countries are arguing against the moratorium on commercial whale hunting imposed by the International Whaling Commission. As a result of this restriction, even the small whales like the minke are commanding bigger prices than ever.
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