While there are plenty of weird birds to be found in the natural world, this avian selection is particularly extraordinary. From the only bird that hibernates, to the bird that can kick a human to death, here are 10 birds that defy the norms of nature. Birds that break nature’s rules Livingstone’s turaco The bird with metal […]
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From endangered to invasive: Rare ocelot spotted on Mexico’s Cozumel Island
In 2016, when biologists in Mexico reviewed their photo traps from Cozumel, a Mexican island in the Caribbean, they were surprised to see an ocelot, a wildcat considered endangered in the country. But curiosity soon turned to alarm: ocelots are effective predators of endemic species on the island, which have no experience or natural defense […]
A trail camera captured a young northern hairy-nosed wombat in Queensland
At the Richard Underwood Nature Refuge in the Australian state of Queensland, a surveillance camera recorded a young northern hairy-nosed wombat. This species is considered one of the rarest mammals on the planet and is listed as Critically Endangered. For the conservation community, such footage was a significant milestone that confirms the viability of a […]
What a Cave Camera Near Yellowstone Captured Over 10 Years
In a secluded corner of the American wilderness near Yellowstone National Park, a hidden camera spent ten years without a single human visit. The device was installed in an abandoned bear den—specifically, a small cave long since abandoned by its original occupants. Wildlife director and cinematographer Casey Anderson placed the camera covertly, leaving no trace […]
Drunk tourist steals a flamingo from a Las Vegas hotel enclosure and faces four felony animal-cruelty charges
33-year-old Canadian tourist Mitchell Fairbarn was arrested in Las Vegas after, according to police, he stole a flamingo named Peachy from an open enclosure at one of the casino hotels on the famous Strip. The man took the bird to his room. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) filed four felony counts of animal […]
Explore Different Types of Cannabidiol Gummies Available from Reliable CBD Sellers
Interest in cannabidiol products has expanded as people seek plant-based options that support relaxation and daily balance. Among these options, cannabidiol gummies stand out for their convenience, enjoyable flavors, and precise servings. Reliable CBD sellers now offer several varieties designed to meet different preferences and wellness goals. Variety plays an important role when selecting cbd […]
Facebook shuts Indonesia groups after Mongabay and Bellingcat report illegal wildlife trade
This story was produced in collaboration with Bellingcat. JAKARTA — A new report by Mongabay and independent journalism organization Bellingcat has uncovered several Facebook groups selling protected species in Indonesia, one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. In a Facebook group whose Indonesian name translates to “West Bogor Animal Selling and Trading Forum,” […]
Elusive Nightjar Populations Doubled in 5 Years, a ‘Remarkable Comeback’ Conservationists Say
The population of one of England’s most-elusive birds is flourishing again thanks to conservation efforts in the south of the country. The nightjar, sometimes called the nighthawk, becomes active at twilight, and they’re famous for their chortling calls and fantastic camouflage. Their numbers declined some 51% between the 1970s and 2000s after substantial forest loss. The […]