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US Department of Agriculture

Usda: National Agricultural Statistics Service

For Students 9th - 10th
A good site for statistical evidence of the importance of domesticated mammals in feeding this country. Click on any of the animal types and you can retrieve how many were slaughtered.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Importance of Mammals

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Mammals play many important roles in ecosystems, and they also benefit people. Learn more about the importance of mammals in this learning module produced by CK-12.
Handout
Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State Univ: Breeds of Livestock Other Species

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a good overview of the use of "other species" that one would not immediately think of as a domesticated mammal. Examples include Buffalo and Llamas.
Handout
US Department of Agriculture

U.s. Department of Agriculture: Bats Can Be Farmer Friendly!

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn about bats and how they are useful to farmers.
Article
Other

Canadian Federation of Humane Societies: Marine Mammals in Captivity

For Students 9th - 10th
An article expressing concern about the use of marine mammals in the entertainment industry.
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Other

International Marine Mammal Project: Dolphin and Whale Project

For Students 9th - 10th
A site authored by the trainer from the original "Flipper" TV show. This site takes the approach that the exploitative use of marine mammals should be stopped.