Recently, we’ve seen a significant shift in the importance of educating people about animal conservation in wildlife sanctuaries and zoos. Educating the public is necessary to avoid animal extinction. Moreover, zoos and wildlife sanctuaries serve as an educational platform for visitors and where animals get to live in the most natural environment possible. It helps […]
Can You Sue for a Boat Accident? The Legal Landscape in Virginia
The glistening waters of Virginia call to boaters and vacationers alike. But amidst the idyllic scenery, the potential for accidents lurks. Whether it’s a collision with another vessel, a grounding on hidden rocks, or a malfunctioning engine, a boat accident can shatter the tranquility of your day and leave you with physical injuries, emotional trauma, […]
Petition: Help Protect Wildlife in New Jersey
Oftentimes, contests bring us together in wonderful ways. The chance to hone a skill, win prizes, and spend time with your community can be an amazing thing. Pie-baking contests, vegetable growing contests, art-making contests — all things that bring us together while adding beauty to the world. But one type of gruesome, tortuous contest does […]
Cold-Water Fish Are Being Threatened in Temperate US Lakes
Cold-water fish are losing their habitats in temperate lakes due to a climate change “squeeze,” scientists have found. A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that fish species are experiencing two climate-related changes at a time in their habitat: an increase in water temperature, and a lack of […]
Could mugger crocodiles be brought back from regional extinction in Bangladesh?
On Oct. 17, a mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), also zoologically known as a marsh crocodile, was recovered from the Bhubaneswar River in Bangladesh’s south-central Faridpur district, creating much excitement among local people, as the reptile species had not been seen in the locality in the last 70 years. Seeing a crocodile floating in the river, […]
Petition: Help Protect Neil the Seal from Humans
Neil the Seal is a 1,300-pound southern elephant seal who has become a viral sensation in Tasmania. However, there is growing concern for his welfare. Neil’s adventures, while amusing and endearing to many, underscore the potential risks when such a large wild animal becomes too accustomed to human interaction. We must ensure Neil’s safety is […]
Prehistoric aurochs are back from extinction and spreading across Europe. And they could be heading to the UK
In 2022, a film crew working on the Lika Plains near the Adriatic coast of Croatia picked up some remarkable behaviour. A small herd of aurochs had been released into the area a few years earlier, and thermal-imaging video footage showed the bulls responding to the threat of a pack of wolves by forming a […]