As with MOST Hollyweird "Stars" it's all about what they WANT as opposed to what is good.Not so long ago Loons like Close would have been driven / herded into the back paddock and contained long enough for Nature to run its course,in a kindly way of course.
Now with the new " Science", Hollyweird Science prophets, snake oil sales persons like her are promoted to the exalted state of Shaman, Y2K Sales persons,Temperature Control Taxation Spruikers,Witch Doctors, Soothsayers and Crystal Gazers, masters / keepers of the keys to the Idiot in search of a village "Scientist's".
Thanks to Sheik Yer Mami for the original post at WOJ
Hollywood star bats for flying foxes
Caitlin Drysdale
February 1,2014
A HOLLYWOOD heavyweight and a world-renowned scientist have thrown their support behind Cairns' infamous bat colony.
She has written a letter addressing her concerns about the planned relocation of the Cairns CBD flying foxes.
"It deeply distresses me to learn that the Cairns Regional Council, led by its Mayor Bob Manning, is planning to disperse and remove the vulnerable creatures from what can only be described as a unique and ideal location in the town centre," she wrote in the two-page letter.
When Loons and Gaia Worshippers rule Society
I recall a conversation I had with one of these caring and sharing eco warriors out in the field mid 2013 regarding the above video,they assured me that it was a total fabrication, and the proof of that, was that it was a sixty minutes production, and there fore must have been a fabrication, and a distortion of facts. The supporters of the spreading of the lyssavirus infection are very much like the self aquired / volunteer AID's and STD sufferers,they see some natural honour in the spreading of the manifestations of Nature and their sexual perversion of choice,much like the mindset of the Loons in the movie The Omega Man.
Until recently Sydney's Royal Botanical Gardens some 200 meters from the Sydney Opera House was over run by these flying Rats, they destroyed numerous age old trees and turned the gardens into their own stinking foul private toilet.
I remember eating at the Australia Square restaurant one evening with family and friends and witnessed scenes reminiscent of Gotham City, the night skies full of Bats circling around the building, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the then AMP Tower, pissing and shitting on all and any below.
I see daily these Flying Rats, flying crapping and pissing some 100 meters from Pre Schoolers as they attend and or delivered picked up from Day Care, but my eco warrior friend assured me they were in no danger.
Whilst lieing on my back a few years ago in my back yard relaxing after mowing the lawn I was conscious of been watched after some minutes of careful observation of the palm trees above me, I saw three of these Bats hanging upside down as they do, due to the fact their legs are not strong enough to hold their weight upright,staring at me as one, sure it was fascinating and novel however I made sure I was not going to be their next target, and moved out of range.
"I sincerely hope that you not only leave the colony where it is, but also maximise accessibility while providing education about flying foxes and their value in a delicate ecosystem."
A letter has also been penned by Dame Jane Goodall, a British primatologist, ethologist and anthropologist renowned for her work with chimpanzees.
"Education by the State Government is extremely important," she wrote.
"The Queensland State and Federal Government handing over power to the councils to act is not in the interest of conservation consideration of the species."
The two letters have been presented to the Cairns Regional Council by environmental activist Noel Castley-Wright.
Mr Castley-Wright will also be approaching other notable Hollywood identities for support.
"Glenn Close is one of many we are aiming at getting, what's wonderful about Glenn is that she's been here so it's credible," he said.
"The people we are approaching have all been here and understand the eco-tourism side of things.
"Eco-tourism is a very special part of Cairns.
"We have something unique here."
But the council maintains it is acting in accordance with State and Federal Government approval.
"Cairns Regional Council has resolved to manage and reduce the impacts of the CBD Flying Foxes colony and then work towards their eventual dispersal from the CBD," a spokeswoman said.
"Council officers are working closely with experts from the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection, CSIRO and wildlife ecologists."
Health district warns against handling bats due to deadly lyssavirus threat
Amanda Partridge
Macarthur Chronical Campbelltown
Janruary 28,2014
BATS are popping up in southwest Sydney backyards, prompting a health warning about the deadly dangers of handling the animals.
With native food sources currently limited, bats are increasingly turning to suburban backyards to forage for food. But the South Western Sydney Local Health District Public Health Unit has warned residents to keep their hands off the animals, which can carry the deadly Australian lyssavirus.
The virus, which results in a rabies-like illness, is easily passed on from bites and scratches from bats. The virus is very serious and if untreated can be fatal.
"Lyssavirus is rare in Australia and only transmitted through bites and scratches from bats," Public Health Unit director Dr Leena Gupta said.
"People should assume that all bats and flying foxes are infectious, regardless of whether the animal looks sick or not."
Dr Gupta said people who have been bitten or scratched by any type of bat or flying fox should clean the wound for at least five minutes with soap and water as soon as possible.
They should then apply an antiseptic solution and seek urgent medical advice.
"If bitten of scratched you may require a series of injections to protect against Australian lyssavirus infection and the first two need to be given as soon as possible," Dr Gupta said.
"Your GP or local public health unit can provide advice on treatment."
Anyone who comes across an injured or distressed bat should avoid all contact and call WIRES on 1300 094 737.
For more details on the lyssavirus visit health.nsw.gov.au/factsheets/infectious/rabiesbatinfection.html.
Health district warns against handling bats due to deadly lyssavirus threat
Amanda Partridge
Macarthur Chronical Campbelltown
Janruary 28,2014
With native food sources currently limited, bats are increasingly turning to suburban backyards to forage for food. But the South Western Sydney Local Health District Public Health Unit has warned residents to keep their hands off the animals, which can carry the deadly Australian lyssavirus.
The virus, which results in a rabies-like illness, is easily passed on from bites and scratches from bats. The virus is very serious and if untreated can be fatal.
"Lyssavirus is rare in Australia and only transmitted through bites and scratches from bats," Public Health Unit director Dr Leena Gupta said.
"People should assume that all bats and flying foxes are infectious, regardless of whether the animal looks sick or not."
Dr Gupta said people who have been bitten or scratched by any type of bat or flying fox should clean the wound for at least five minutes with soap and water as soon as possible.
They should then apply an antiseptic solution and seek urgent medical advice.
"If bitten of scratched you may require a series of injections to protect against Australian lyssavirus infection and the first two need to be given as soon as possible," Dr Gupta said.
"Your GP or local public health unit can provide advice on treatment."
Anyone who comes across an injured or distressed bat should avoid all contact and call WIRES on 1300 094 737.
For more details on the lyssavirus visit health.nsw.gov.au/factsheets/infectious/rabiesbatinfection.html.
