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, United States. The organization works to rescue all members of the reptile family, including

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s. Founded in 1978, the organization also educates the public about reptiles through outreach programs, including offering lectures in educational settings such as libraries, science museums, television appearances and specially arranged birthday parties. Under the name of Hart's Reptile World, the organization was often featured in the local

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s from the exhibit were featured in the video '' Sowing the Seeds of Love'' by

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, and Wilbur the Crocodile was featured in the

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video "Leave Me Alone."

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External links

Official site

Michael Jackson's video ''Leave Me Alone'' featuring "Wilbur the Crocodile" from Hart's Reptile World (at 1:45)

Portland Tribune article ''The blood runs cold: At reptile haven, scales rule and fur is history''

* ttp://www.katu.com/amnw/seenonamnw/3693041.html Hart's Reptile World reference on KATU page, under heading "BACK CLOSE TO HOME"
Oregon Science Teachers Association conference list, within lineup including Hart's Reptile World
Canby, Oregon Buildings and structures in Clackamas County, Oregon Education in Clackamas County, Oregon 1978 establishments in Oregon Wildlife rehabilitation and conservation centers Environmental organizations based in Oregon Reptile conservation organizations {{Oregon-org-stub

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