Rangers are investigating two encounters between children and dingoes on the popular holiday destination of K’gari in recent days. A five-year-old girl was bitten on the thigh after running from a dingo near Wathumba beach, on the Queensland sand island, around 3pm on Sunday. The girl had moved away from a large group of people […]
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Chile Becomes 45th Country To Ban Cosmetic Testing On Animals
A huge victory has been won for animals in Chile after several years of campaigning by Humane Society International (HSI) and ONG Te Protejo. A unanimous vote by the Senate passed a bill on December 20 that bans cosmetic testing on animals and bans the sale, marketing, and import of cosmetics tested on animals from […]
The Ongoing Feud Between Long Islanders and Wild Turkeys
A conflict between the residents of Long Island and a flock of wild turkeys is developing. Despite efforts to resolve the issue, the standoff between humans and birds continues, with legal battles, public outcries, and even viral videos adding fuel to the longstanding controversy. The roots of the feud can be traced back to 1999 […]
The 32 states where cases of zombie deer disease has been reported
At least 32 states in America and parts of Canada have seen reports of a virus dubbed ‘Zombie deer disease’ that could potentially spread to humans in what one experts calls a ‘slow-moving disaster.’ The fatal brain virus, which leaves animals confused, drooling, and unafraid of humans may someday infect people, as cautioned by some […]
Study: Singapore biodiversity loss is bad — but not as bad as previous estimate
With its iconic skylines and waterfront vistas, Singapore is today a bustling city-state with one of the highest population densities in the world. Two centuries ago, before the British chose to build the port city in 1819, Singapore was covered by rainforests, mangrove forests and swamp forests. In the two centuries that followed, these forests […]
4 Common Mistakes to Avoid When it Comes to Oral Health
Oral health is integral to overall well-being. Despite the abundance of information available, many people inadvertently make mistakes that can impact their dental health. This comprehensive guide explores four common mistakes to avoid regarding oral health, offering insights into how to foster good habits for a bright and healthy smile. Overlooking the Importance of Regular […]
Tank Tales: Navigating the Differences Between Freshwater and Saltwater Fishkeeping
In the world of fishkeeping, your home becomes a theater where you get to watch nature’s most interesting animals in action. It’s not only about the tanks and waters, it’s all about having a part of wild animals in places like your home where you spend every day. This hobby is more than just a […]
Deadly brown snake bites Queensland woman in her bed while another serpent seen in fridge ice dispenser
A Queensland woman has been bitten in her bed by the world’s second most venomous snake, the state’s ambulance service says. The eastern brown snake bit the woman, who is in her 20s, on her hand in the early hours of Friday on a rural property in the Western Downs, two and a half hours […]