The fishing lure market was valued at $2.87 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach a staggering 6.9 billion by 2030, so if you thought choosing the right lure didn’t really matter that much, it may be time to reconsider. Sure, you could use a stick and string, but if you’re serious about landing […]
Petition: Justice for Man Who Intentionally Ran Over Deer in Florida
In a truly sickening display, a man in Florida recently used his 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe to torment local wildlife. His goal? Chase down, drive over, and torture as many deer as possible, filming the whole thing to later post on TikTok. Sign the petition demanding that Clay Neil Kinney have his license revoked forever. Driving […]
Arrest warrant issued for Montana man accused of killing thousands of birds, including eagles
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – A federal judge issued an arrest warrant Monday for a Montana man who failed to show up for an initial court appearance on charges of killing thousands of birds, including bald and golden eagles. A second defendant pleaded not guilty. The two men, working with others, killed about 3,600 birds on […]
Monotreme dreams: the plan to reintroduce platypuses into Adelaide’s once ‘noxious’ river
In May 1872, Adelaide’s doctors were surveyed about the “noxious effluvia” emanating from the River Torrens, the South Australian Advertiser reported. John Burn wrote to the paper to say he endorsed their condemnation of “the filthy state of Adelaide – a city of stenches”. “If any of our citizens be sceptical, I would suggest his […]
Global heating pushes mountain goats into more nocturnal lifestyle
Global heating is pushing mountain goats into a more nocturnal lifestyle that could expose them to more predators, scientists have found. A team of researchers at the University of Sassari, in Sardinia, used GPS collars equipped with motion sensors to track the activity of the Alpine ibex, a species of mountain goat, between the months […]
California’s mountain lion population is worse than expected – as census reveals there are only 3,200-4,500 left – nearly 3,000 fewer than thought
Scientists have estimated the number of mountain lions, also known as cougars in California, which may be lower than they had hoped. Officials concluded that there are 3,200-4,500 total mountain lions, thousands fewer than expected. State and university scientists calculated the total number using GPS collar data and genetic information from shoreline samples. The scientists […]
5 of the Most Intricate Nests Built by Birds: From Weaving to Sculpting
Ever wondered how birds make their nests so cool? Well, turns out, they’re not just throwing sticks together. Some birds are like real architects, using crazy skills to build nests that are way more than just a place to crash. 1. The Montezuma Oropendola Source: Cornell Lab of Orinthology/Youtube Montezuma Oropendolas live in large colonies […]