JAKARTA — A new study on Javan leopards has found that areas with higher numbers of the endangered subspecies have richer wildlife diversity than those from where the elusive big cats are absent. More Javan leopards (Panthera pardus melas) in a given habitat correspond to higher richness and abundance of other animals that coexist in […]
Lebanon’s Migratory Birds Are Dying for TikTok Likes
On Mount Terbol in northern Lebanon, shell casings scatter across meadows, marking a grim scene for the millions of migratory birds traveling one of the busiest routes between Africa and Eurasia. This natural corridor, shaped by harsh winds, forces birds to fly low, making them easy targets for local poachers. Michel Sawan, director of the […]
Man punches grizzly in face during bear attack in northern B.C.
A B.C. cyclist is recovering after a run-in with a grizzly and two cubs that ended with the bear getting punched in the face. According to conservation officer Matthew Corbett, a man was riding his bike along a forested trail next to Anderson Flats Provincial Park in northwest B.C. when he surprised a female grizzly […]
Human Actions Blamed for Gatlinburg’s Tragic Black Bear Losses
In the serene town of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, a series of unsettling events involving black bears have captured national attention. These encounters, often caught on camera, have led to controversial decisions by wildlife authorities. In a town known for its natural beauty and close proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the delicate balance between […]
Study Unravels the Mystery of False Memories in Cuttlefish
Memory can be a tricky thing. We often find ourselves confident in a memory that others dispute. This phenomenon isn’t just a human experience; recent research has shown that even cuttlefish can form false memories. A team of scientists from the University of Caen in France has made a groundbreaking discovery, demonstrating that cuttlefish can […]
Shirtless Yellowstone tourist gives a perfect demonstration of how NOT to photograph bison
A man has been caught at Yellowstone National Park giving a picture-perfect demonstration of how not to photograph the local wildlife, squatting down right beside a herd of bison to take close-ups at dangerously close range. The man, wearing swim shorts and slides, completely ignored advice from the National Park Service (NPS) to stay at […]
13 Sharks Test Positive for Cocaine Near Brazil
Scientists have detected cocaine in multiple sharks off the coasts of Brazil, according to a new study. In the study, which was published in the journal Science of the Total Environment, researchers set out to analyze the levels of cocaine as well as benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine, in Brazilian sharpnose sharks (Rhizoprionodon lalandii). The […]
Man Arrested in New Jersey for Allegedly Ripping Off Seagull’s Head
A New Jersey man was arrested following an incident at Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Water Parks, where he is accused of decapitating a seagull. The arrest took place after 29-year-old Franklin Zeigler from Cape May allegedly reacted violently when a seagull attempted to snatch French fries from his daughter on July 6. According to a […]