Not two months have passed since a series of four dams were demolished on the Klamath River, and salmon are already spawning in creeks and tributaries far upriver. It’s the ultimate goal that a coalition of tribal, state, and federal government entities have campaigned for since the early 2000s. GNN reported on the dam demolition, […]
Protecting 2.6% of oceans could prevent deadly whale-ship collisions: Study
Ship strikes are a leading threat to large whales, with global shipping routes overlapping 92% of their habitats, a new study finds. But protecting whales in the most dangerous collision hotspots would require action over just 2.6% of the ocean’s surface, researchers conclude, potentially saving thousands of whales with minimal disruption to global trade. The […]
Lion Cub Rescued from Lebanon’s Conflict Finds Hope in South Africa
When Sara, a young lion cub, came under the care of Animals Lebanon, she was in a dire state. Her health was failing, and she bore the physical signs of neglect, including a serious ringworm infection. The cub had been used as a social media prop by her owner in Baalbek, Lebanon, despite local laws […]
The Ethiopian Wolf
The Ethiopian Wolf Elegant and slim In trouble now And needs us to Help take care of them.
A Nigerian reserve, once a stronghold for chimps, is steadily losing its forest to farming
Oluwa Forest Reserve, located in southwestern Nigeria, contains some of the last large swaths of old growth — also called “primary” — forest in the region. These forests are home to a rich diversity of wildlife, including endangered species and subspecies such as red-capped mangabeys (Cercocebus torquatus), Nigerian white-throated guenons (Cercopithecus erythrogaster pococki), white-bellied pangolins […]
Wildfires and Wildlife: Striking a Balance for Our Ecosystems
Wildfires are a natural and essential process in many ecosystems, but their increasing frequency poses significant challenges for wildlife. While some species depend on fire to regenerate habitats, others face habitat destruction and population decline. Balancing wildfire management with wildlife conservation requires a nuanced approach that acknowledges both ecological and human needs. Understanding the relationship […]
Ethiopian Wolf Is First Known Large Predator-Pollinator to Feed on Nectar
Many animals — from bees to bats and lizards to lemurs — are pollinators, but have you ever seen a wolf happily licking the cone of a flower? Ethiopian wolves have been observed foraging for nectar from the Ethiopian red hot poker flower, with some of the canids visiting up to 30 blooms in one […]
Debate Over Bears and Responsibility in Trentino, Italy
The rewilding of brown bears in northern Italy‘s Trentino province was once celebrated as a success story for Conservation. However, the death of Andrea Papi, a 26-year-old athlete, in a bear attack last year has ignited fierce debates about the coexistence of humans and wildlife. From an Animal rights perspective, this tragedy raises critical questions […]