Birds are building nests everywhere this spring, but for a pair of critically endangered crows in Hawaii it’s an especially big deal – it’s the first time they’ve made one in the wild in 20 years. The ‘Alalā was once widespread throughout Hawaii, but a combination of threats ranging from habitat loss, disease and non-native […]
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Results of the Best Photo of the Month May 2019
We are delighted to announce the results of our latest photo competition. Alan de Witt wins First Prize for his brilliant capture ‘Bad Hair Day’. Second Prize is shared between Noushka Wildlife with ‘Wattled Cranes at Heart’ and Glenn Perrigo with “Long-billed Thrasher (Perfect Timing)”. Please give kudos to the photographers by leaving a comment […]
Petition: Stop the SHARE Act Which Would Endanger Wildlife!
The Sportsmen’s Heritage and Recreational Enhancement (SHARE) Act would allow hunters to kill and hurt vulnerable animals. If passed, this bill would endanger wolves, bald eagles, other protected birds, and would allow trapping and hunting on public lands where it isn’t currently allowed. Gray wolves went nearly extinct a long time ago before being protected […]
End Swimming With Dolphins: 10 Petitions You Should Sign This Week to Help Animals!
It’s horrible to hear about animal abuse cases or read the ways humans are endangering many species. Fortunately, there are things we can do to speak for them. One of the ways we can help and lend our voices to good causes is by signing petitions. Such petitions are sent to people in powerful positions […]
New project tackles illegal trade in vulture body parts
In Nigeria and across Africa, vultures are being killed so that their body parts can be used for various belief-based practices, including traditional medicine. This is a severe threat for a group of birds already beleaguered by poisoning and habitat loss. But on the 8th of May, scientists, officials and community members gathered at Lekki […]
Petition: Support Bill to End Use of Wild Animals in Circuses!
On May 1st, Environment Secretary Michael Gove introduced a bill to ban the use of wild animals in circuses in the UK. This would be a huge victory for animals. Circuses are terrible places for wild animals. Circus animals spend most of their lives in small cages since most circuses travel about 48 weeks of […]
Botswana condemned for lifting ban on hunting elephants
Conservationists have reacted with outrage and concern to a decision by Botswana to lift its ban on elephant hunting. The southern African country said the move was justified by an increase in population and its impact on farmers’ livelihoods. “The whole world is turning away from hunting. It is increasingly seen as an archaic practice. […]
Former Hornbill Poacher Becomes a Wildlife Ranger
In Indonesia, a moving experience with a bird caused a wildlife poacher to have a change of heart. Khaedir used to poach endangered hornbills in the Indonesian Leuser rainforest, according to a BBC report. Khaedir turned to poaching as a means of supporting himself financially, feeling he had no better way to earn money. But […]