Hunters in Maine have been warned not to eat wild turkeys in parts of the state, after the birds were found to contain “forever chemicals” that can cause an increased risk of cancer. Maine officials warned that high levels of Pfas – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – have been detected in wild turkey and deer […]
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Woman wanted by Interpol over trafficking of tiger parts arrested in India
A woman accused of being one of the world’s most wanted traffickers of tiger body parts has been arrested in India, officials have said. Yangchen Lachungpa, who was detained earlier this week, is accused of playing a critical role in building trafficking corridors leading out of the country to smuggle tiger parts out of the […]
The 50-Year Conservation Secret: How Your Safari Choice Becomes a Wildlife Protection Strategy
If you follow stories on wildlife conservation, none of this is shocking anymore. Rhinos are still being killed. Habitats are still shrinking. Predators still lose ground to people. Most readers already know this. Awareness is not the issue. The harder question is what actually helps; what changes things on the ground? And this is where many […]
Norwegian Forest Cat
With a majestic ruff and a tail like a feathered plume, the Norwegian Forest Cat looks as if it stepped right out of a Norse legend. These gentle giants are very real, carrying the history of Scandinavia’s ancient forests in their DNA. Their appearance is one of wild, weathered beauty, but behind those knowing eyes lies […]
Global tiger trafficking crisis worsens with nine big cats seized monthly
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysa (AP) — Authorities have seized an average of nine tigers each month over the past five years, highlighting a worsening trafficking crisis. A report by TRAFFIC warns that criminal networks are evolving faster than conservation efforts can respond. The global wild tiger population has plummeted to an estimated 3,700-5,500. Despite international protection, […]
“Their eerie howling from a wintery mountainside will still bring a shiver to the spine” – 10 biggest wild dogs on the planet
We all know some of the more sizeable domestic dogs – Great Danes, Newfoundlands and St Bernards, for example – mostly seen on a lead with their loving owners. Less familiar, perhaps, are their equally sizeable canine relatives, at large in the wild, which are a quite different and more dangerous proposition. Let’s take a […]
Top Dog Clothing Brands Pet Parents Trust for Cold-Weather Comfort
Cold weather is when dog clothing stops being cute and starts being… necessary. That’s the part a lot of people don’t realize until they’re already halfway through a walk, hands numb, dog suddenly refusing to move. You’ve probably seen it and or experienced it. One minute, your dog’s fine, the next, they’re lifting their paws […]
Why Mindful Pet Ownership Matters for Ecosystem Balance
In our increasingly interconnected world, the choices we make as pet owners resonate far beyond the walls of our homes. Mindful pet ownership isn’t just about training and feeding. Rather, it’s about understanding how our companion animals fit into the broader tapestry of nature. From the wildlife in our backyards to fragile ecosystems halfway around […]