This Day in History January 4, 1968

By Ruth on January 4, 2015 in history
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On this date in 1968, a duck hunter in Texas accidentally shot and killed an endangered whooping crane. Actually I didn’t realize that whooping cranes were endangered until I read this story. It happened in the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge.  These whooping cranes really have struggled to reproduce, and though unfortunate, this did give scientists the opportunity to study these creatures in detail.

Genesis 1:28 ESV

And God blessed them. And God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.”

For more information:

http://blog.chron.com/txpotomac/2010/01/today-in-texas-history-a-texas-hunter-shoots-a-rare-whooping-crane/

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

3 Comments

  1. Lori Thomas January 7, 2015 Reply

    I did not know either that they are endangered. Beautiful birds.

  2. Linda Madden January 6, 2015 Reply

    It is sad what happened, but I think it’s great that they got to study it.

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      Ruth January 6, 2015 Reply

      Definitely agree Linda. Would not have wanted to be that hunter. I think he paid quite a fine.

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