A recent case in Brooklyn sheds light on the disturbing illegal trade in exotic animal parts. Usher Weiss, a 26-year-old resident, pleaded guilty after being caught selling items including a mounted cougar head and other prohibited wildlife products to an undercover officer from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). The undercover operation […]
Scientists reveal why hundreds of fish in Florida Keys are spinning to death and washing up on popular beaches
Scientists may have discovered what has caused hundreds of fish off the coast of the Florida Keys to spin in circles until they die. Reports of the bizarre behavior first surfaced in October 2023, leading to nearly 500 reports of dead fish washing ashore as of May 8. Researchers at Florida Gulf Coast University recently […]
Grizzlies are returning to Washington’s North Cascades. How will that work?
Among the jagged peaks of the North Cascades, lush alpine meadows rich with berries and wildflowers blanket valleys carved by glaciers, some threaded with trickling creeks. But these idyllic landscapes are missing one big thing that had helped sustain them over the millennia: grizzly bears. That will soon change after federal officials decided last month […]
Climate Change is Driving the Mass Migration of Venomous Snakes
A recent study has highlighted a concerning effect of Global warming: the migration of venomous snakes into new regions, posing increased risks to human populations. Published in the journal Lancet Planetary Health, the research predicts significant shifts in the habitats of venomous snakes by 2070 due to Climate change, affecting countries primarily in Asia and […]
Elevate Your Dog’s Style and Safety with a Tactical Dog Collar
Is your furry companion in need of a style upgrade? Look no further than a tactical dog collar! Not only will it elevate your pup’s fashion game, but it will also prioritize their safety and comfort. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of choosing a tactical collar for your four-legged friend and why […]
4 Dominicans are accused of smuggling wildlife and throwing 113 birds overboard to their deaths
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico– Today a federal grand jury indicted four men from the Dominican Republic who attempted to smuggle hundreds of exotic birds into the Dominican Republic and were interdicted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Coast Guard. According to court documents, on or about May 3, 2024, defendants Frankluis Carela […]
Family of bears cools off in California pool: ‘They can take a dip whenever’
As southern California warms up this month, everyone is looking to soak up the sun while staying cool – even the bears. A family of bears in Monrovia, about 30 minutes from Los Angeles, took a stroll through a backyard on Monday afternoon, exploring their surroundings and investigating a pool. Video captured by the home’s […]
Petition: Help Pass the Captive Primate Safety Act
Primates are not suited for life as pets. Thankfully, the reintroduction of the Captive Primate Safety Act aims to end the cruel and dangerous pet primate trade in the United States. Nonhuman primates, who are highly intelligent and social, endure profound suffering and cause significant safety risks when kept as pets. This act, championed by […]