They may be known for being cunning, but this fox has been been described as ‘all brawn and no brain’. The clumsy creature had to be rescued by the RSPCA after it was outfoxed by a wooden fence. The animal had attempted to leap between two gardens when it found itself jammed between two wooden […]
Blue groper: man fined $500 for killing protected fish in Sydney
A man has been fined $500 for spearing a protected fish species in Sydney over the weekend. NSW police have confirmed officers spoke to a 26-year-old man on Saturday following reports a blue groper (Achoerodus viridis) was speared and killed at Oak Park in Cronulla. Police said the fish was not found but was “believed […]
Fence me in: the bold plan to save native species on Wilsons Promontory
Deep in the wilderness, surrounded by ferns and the calls of cockatoos, Richard Marchant was so focused he didn’t realise three leeches were latched to his face. The ecologist had spent the day on his knees, searching for tiny invertebrates carried by a stream winding through Wilsons Promontory, a 50,000 hectare national park in Victoria, […]
Bird flu found in mammals near Antarctica for the first time, scientists say
Bird flu has made its way into fur and elephant seal populations for the first time on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, a team of scientists confirmed on Thursday, setting off alarm bells for conservationists as the highly contagious disease has already killed millions of birds worldwide. Scientists first suspected the presence of avian […]
Governments accused of not doing enough as 17 species added to Australia’s threatened wildlife list
Seventeen species, including two birds, two fish, several reptiles and the Lord Howe earthworm, have been added to Australia’s list of threatened species. The sooty shearwater, known for its long-distance journeys, has been listed as vulnerable, while the red-tailed tropicbird, which breeds on Christmas Island, has been listed as endangered. The Lord Howe earthworm, Daintree […]
How Animal Welfare Advocacy Benefits Both Animals and Humans
Key Takeaways Animal welfare advocacy promotes better health outcomes for both humans and animals. Economic benefits of animal welfare are far-reaching, influencing food safety, job creation, and market stability. Strengthening societal bonds through a shared culture of compassion significantly reduces cases of animal cruelty and neglect. Environmental stewardship is closely linked to animal welfare, contributing […]
Do You Need Permission to Photograph Wild Animals: Legal Guide for Photographers
Welcome to the exciting world of wildlife photography! You are not alone if you’re drawn by the allure of capturing the elegance of a deer in dappled forest sunlight or the mischievous glint in a raccoon’s eyes. However, while exploring this hobby, it’s crucial to understand the legal guidelines. Ignorance isn’t bliss when it means […]
Mouse Caught Tidying Man’s Shed Every Night
In a small shed in Builth Wells, Powys, Wales, wildlife photographer Rodney Holbrook discovered an unlikely helper tidying up his workspace every night. For two months, Holbrook noticed that items he left out of place were mysteriously returned to their proper spots by the morning, so he decided to investigate. Source: Guardian News/Youtube Holbrook […]