Although, mercifully, still rare, there are signs that wild animal attacks on humans are increasing. Research from the scientific journal Nature found that, as our urban areas further expand into the territories of carnivorous animals, attacks on pets, livestock and sometimes humans have been on the rise. In Kashmir, local wildlife departments have been reporting […]
Wild birds can be killed to protect game birds in England – new guidance
Some wild birds can be killed in order to protect game birds bred for shooting in England, the government has ruled, in an update to guidance on general shooting licences. General licences give broad permissions to shoot certain species of wild birds to protect livestock, aid conservation, and preserve health and public safety. The new […]
Petition: Protect Atlantic Humpback Dolphins
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is currently reviewing a petition to list the Atlantic Humpback Dolphin as Threatened or Endangered Under the Endangered Species Act. Once a species is listed, it becomes eligible for “critical habitat designation.” Then, the federal government works to implement several types of protections. The Fish and Wildlife Service summarizes […]
Charges Coming Against Landowner and Company Involved in Koala Massacre
Last week, the Australian authorities charged a landowner and two companies over a koala massacre that happened last year. The landowner and companies are being held responsible for the dozens of koalas that were killed during a clearance operation. After the operation, 21 koalas were found dead and dozens more seriously injured at the timber […]
Foundation to Undertake Biggest Tiger Rescue in Thailand’s History
The Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand plans to undertake the biggest tiger rescue in Thailand’s history. Last week, the WFFT received news that the Phuket Zoo would be suddenly closing its doors for good. They asked that the Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand rehome eleven tigers and two bears. The WFFT already takes care of more than […]
The world is heading for the largest mass extinction event since the dinosaurs that will push millions of species to the brink of extinction within the next decade, WWF claims
The world is heading for the biggest mass extinction event since the dinosaurs within the next decade, pushing millions of plants and animals to the bring of extinction, the WWF has claimed. Elephants, polar bears, sharks, frogs and fish are all under threat according to the environmental organisation in its Winners and Losers of 2021 […]
5 Amazing Ways to Help Conserve Wildlife
Human activities have negatively impacted wildlife mainly through habitat invasion and the extinction of wild species. Though humans coexist well with many domestic animals, human actions such as deforestation, ocean pollution, and poaching have put many wildlife species at the brink of extinction. Luckily, there are ways to reduce human-wildlife conflict. Minor actions towards wildlife […]
African Caracals Seized From Home and Sent to Sanctuary
Authorities have seized 4 African caracals from a local residence after repeated escapes resulted in frantic police calls from worried residents. Elaine Westfall, the owner of these 50-pound cats, was at first relieved to have the police help her catch her wandering cats. However, after multiple escapes police are done helping her and have seized […]