Texas lawmakers have introduced a new bill intended to help the state’s ongoing fight against an invasive species of big game animal. But in order to properly tackle the aoudad sheep (Ammotragus lervia), Texas House Representative Eddie Morales argues that it’s time to call in the helicopters. “This is not a baa-a-ad bill,” Rep. Morales […]
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Officials say black bear likely killed man and his dog in Florida
Wildlife officials in Florida are investigating what is believed to be the first fatal mauling of a human by a bear in the state. The body of the black bear suspected in the death of 89-year-old Robert Markel was removed from woodland near the unincorporated community of Jerome, close to Florida’s Big Cypress wildlife management […]
Why Is Your Bearded Dragon’s Beard Turning Black?
Bearded dragons are fantastic, easy-to-care-for pets that bring joy with their unique behavior and vibrant colors. One of the distinctive features of bearded dragons is their beard, a flap of skin that stretches around their neck. When they feel threatened or stressed, they usually puff up to make themselves appear larger and more intimidating. However, […]
Petition: Stop the Attack on Endangered Species Protections Now
The Trump administration is proposing a harmful change to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) that could devastate countless species and the environment. The proposal is designed to benefit industries like oil, gas, mining, and logging, who have long lobbied for weaker environmental laws to increase their profits. If this moves forward, species like the northern […]
Well-known grizzly bear hit and killed by vehicle in Wyoming — months after his famous mother met same fate
A 5-year-old bear that was a member of a well-known and beloved grizzly family in Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park died after it was hit by a vehicle, the same fate that befell his mother late last year, wildlife officials said this week. Park rangers found the body of the male bear, known as Grizzly […]
French hunter, 81, avoids jail after killing endangered female bear in Pyrenees
An 81-year-old French hunter has avoided jail after killing an endangered female bear that attacked him in the Pyrenees in 2021, in an incident that sparked fierce criticism from environmental associations. The defendant, who said he had no choice but to open fire when a brown bear attacked him while he was boar-hunting in the […]
The Benefits of Wild Life: How Nature Regulates Balance
Do you love wildlife, often scroll through beautiful nature photos online, and even have one set as your desktop background? Make a few smart bets Bizzo Casino Online and read about how wild nature balances itself in its own unique way. We often think of the wild as something chaotic and dangerous. Wolves, brown bears, […]
Trophies, body parts & live animals dominate global lion trade, data show
As apex predators, lions (Panthera leo) roam the African savanna, and occasionally even the rainforests, as the only social big cats. A small, isolated population of Asiatic lions (Panthera leo persica), an endangered subspecies, is found in the scrublands of the Indian state of Gujarat. Their majestic manes, thunderous roars and regal presence have piqued […]