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Up Close and Personal with Natural Selection in Action: The Tale of Two Islands of the Galapagos

Marine iguanas are one of the better examples of adaptation in the Galapagos. All photos credit: Collin Dunn Each of the islands in the Galapagos is incredibly different. From landscape to ecosystem to the endemic species that can only be found in that one tiny spot, the diversity of life and living systems is truly amazing. It’s one thing to say that — “Sure,” you think to yourself, “Different islands, different stuff, I get it” — but really a totally different experience to see it for yourself. The smallest change, whether it’s the few nautical miles in between two islands, or … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Up Close and Personal with Natural Selection in Action: The Tale of Two Islands of the Galapagos

Protect Your Hoofs in TOMS Vegan Shoes, Fall 2010 Preview (Photos)

Toms snow leopard print shoes, fall 2010. Image courtesy of Toms Shoes. Calling all animal and shoe lovers alike, TOMS Shoes has released images of their vegan shoes in new vibrant prints–including the snow leopard-inspired shoes, above–from their fall 2010 collection, made without the use of any animal by-products. For those who aren’t familiar with TOMS Shoes, the philanthropic footwear brand donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair sold. Recently, TOMS made e… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Protect Your Hoofs in TOMS Vegan Shoes, Fall 2010 Preview (Photos)