According to the Living Planet 2024 report — compiled by WWF and the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) — Earth’s wildlife populations have plummeted by 73 percent on average in half a century. The highest declines — 95 percent — were seen in the Caribbean and Latin America, the report said. A 76 percent decline […]
Raccoon Takeover Shocks Washington Woman and Authorities
A woman near Poulsbo, Washington, recently faced an unusual and overwhelming problem—her home was overrun by raccoons. She called authorities after being unable to enter her property due to nearly 100 raccoons gathering outside, all “demanding food.” Kevin McCarty, a spokesperson for the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office, explained that the woman had been feeding the […]
Echoes of the Wild: The Red Wolf’s Fight Against Extinction
As the world confronts an accelerating biodiversity crisis, few animals stand as vivid symbols of the ongoing battle for survival as the red wolf. Once a dominant predator across the southeastern United States, the red wolf now teeters on the brink of extinction, existing only in small, managed populations. Conservationists and wildlife advocates have rallied […]
Chunky Grazer’s “fur-midable” reign continues as the grizzly wins Fat Bear Week again, beating opponent who killed her cub
Fat Bear Week 2024 drew to a close yesterday, with last year’s chonky champ taking the crown once again. For the second year in a row, enthusiastic viewers voted for the impressively rotund 128 Grazer to take all in the annual bracket-style contest live streamed from Alaska’s Katmai National Park. “Grazer’s fur-midable reign continues! Let […]
5 Proven Patterns to Target Big Bass During Hot Summer Months
Catching big bass in the middle of summer may feel like a challenge, but it’s far from impossible. When the heat rises and bass seek cooler, oxygen-rich waters, understanding their behavior and utilizing the right techniques can make all the difference. In this article, we’ll cover five effective patterns that will help you catch those […]
Herd of tauros to be released into Highlands to recreate aurochs effect
A herd of beefy, long-horned tauros are to be released into a Highlands rewilding project to replicate the ecological role of the aurochs, an extinct, huge herbivore that is the wild ancestor of cattle. The tauros have been bred in the Netherlands in recent years to fill the niche vacated by the aurochs, which once […]
Legal Battle Over Molly the Magpie Sparks Debate on Wildlife Protection
The ongoing saga of Molly the Magpie has taken a significant turn as a prominent legal team prepares to challenge the bird’s return to a Gold Coast couple in Australia’s Supreme Court. The case raises concerns about the country’s approach to wildlife protection, with parallels drawn to the United States, where wild animals like big […]
Bears have learned to open doors in California town
Owning a home in Southern California isn’t just a dream for humans. Apparently, the bears want in on the market too. Just ask residents and city officials in Sierra Madre, who in the last few years have seen their furry, four-legged neighbors amble out of the forest and barge into their cars, kitchens and living […]