Every spring, thousands of Greater Spotted Eagles make the arduous journey from East Africa and Greece to southern Belarus to breed. Now, a study has revealed the impact of the war in Ukraine on this annual migration for the first time. Researchers from the University of East Anglia found that shortly after Ukraine was invaded […]
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Yellowstone hit with allegations of animal abuse from group that claims its bear ‘sanctuary’ is not all it seems
controversial Idaho bear park is duping visitors into thinking it is a conservation charity and is only pretending to keep its animals for life, campaigners have claimed. Yellowstone Bear World is the only facility in the US where visitors are allowed to bottle-feed bear cubs. But guests who pay $75 for the privilege are being […]
The truth about Asian hornets: how terrified should humans and honeybees actually be?
Can a single insect reshape history? A queen hornet from the Vespa velutina species, which is believed to have stowed away in Chinese pottery, could make that claim. She was shipped to the port of Bordeaux in 2004. Having already mated with multiple males, she flew off into the sunshine of south-west France and built […]
Results of the Best Photo of the Month May 2024
We are delighted to announce the results of our latest photo competition. Glenn Bartley wins First Prize with his outstanding image ‘Buff-fronted Owl‘. Alan Murphy wins Second Prize with his inspirational image ‘Cave Bat’. Third Prize goes to Candy McManiman with ‘Bigfoot‘. Please give kudos to the photographers by leaving comments at the bottom of […]
Little Penguins on Penguin Island Face Extinction
A population of little penguins on Penguin Island, just off the coast of Perth, is now at a critical low, with only about 120 birds remaining. This dramatic decline, representing a two-thirds drop in just five years, is further threatened by proposed developments, including a container port in nearby foraging grounds. Recent studies reveal a […]
Howler monkeys `falling out of the trees like apples´ in sweltering Mexico
It is so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees. At least 83 of the midsize primates, who are known for their roaring vocal calls, were found dead in the Gulf coast state of Tabasco. Others were rescued by residents, including five that were rushed to a local veterinarian who […]
6 Beginner’s Tips for Raising Cattle
Do you love raising animals? You may want to know how your food is raised or are excited to start a cattle business. However, there is more to it than meets the eye. You might have some land and a barn in the back, but you need key equipment and sound knowledge to succeed on […]
Penguins in peril: why two bird charities are taking South Africa’s environment minister to court
It’s 3.40pm on a Thursday and Penguin 999.000000007425712 has just returned to the Stony Point penguin colony in Betty’s Bay, South Africa, after a day of foraging. She glides elegantly through the turquoise waters before clambering comically up the rocks towards the nest where her partner is incubating two beige eggs. She doesn’t realise it, […]