Evolution is a Religious Issue

OTOH, you could stick around and defend your statements. That's very much "the true nature and tone of these forums". You made fairly specific, scientific claims. One of the major functions of this discussion board is to examine such claims for their scientific validity. Unwillingness to do so usually means that either the claims have no merit (and often the proponent knows it), or that the proponent is unable from personal knowledge to support them adequately.The fact that you received the responses you did indicates that these particular claims have been addressed fairly often here, and have invariably been found wanting. If you have evidence and/or further argument to produce in their support, you should present it/them - at least if you want to be taken seriously. Otherwise, you may be regarded as simply "yet another hit-and-run". Think about it. At worst, you might learn something.

Well, my Internet friend, I hope that if at some point you do find the time, you take us up on our offer. I like nothing better than a genial discussion on science (well, biology anyway - physics and cosmology make my head hurt and what I know about geology comes from an ancient course called "Environmental Geology"). There are several creationist posters here - even Young Earthers - whose style of posting makes them a very welcome addition to the forum. I will accept your word that you didn't know what you were getting into by sticking your head into a lion's den as it were. I do hope you'll lurk occasionally - you might find the science threads especially enlightening. We have a number of exceptional practicing scientists in various disciplines who post here on a regular basis.In any event, best of luck and hope to see you around.