A sperm whale who became stranded on a Florida beach over the weekend has died, state’s fish and wildlife conservation commission said in a statement on Monday. The case was an urgent one for animal preservationists because sperm whales are classified as an endangered species. Police and wildlife officials had tried to free the male […]
New trackers bring prairie dogs’ little-known underground life to light
To say tracking prairie dogs is difficult would be an understatement. The animals spend most of their time in burrows. Since conventional GPS collars don’t function underground, the movements and interactions of prairie dogs (Cynomys spp.) have remained notoriously elusive to the researchers who study them. What do they do? How do they move within […]
March 23rd Is World Bear Day
I am the spirit of the bear and i am in such prolonged, deep pain. Some humans out there think we bears are here for hunting or to entertain, to dance in the circus to be baited and tormented or our parts used for medicine by those humans, demented. We belong to the forests, to […]
Mexican gray wolves boost their numbers, but a lack of genetic diversity remains a threat
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) – The wild population of Mexican gray wolves in the southwestern U.S. is still growing, but environmental groups are warning that inbreeding and the resulting genetic crisis within the endangered species will continue to be a threat to long-term survival. The warning came Tuesday as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and […]
For the First Time in Recorded History Bald Eagles are Nesting in Toronto
Toronto has recently welcomed a new addition to its wildlife roster: a pair of bald eagles, nesting for the first time in the city’s recorded history. This remarkable event reveals the city’s evolving ecological landscape and the success of Conservation efforts in rejuvenating its green spaces and waterways. The presence of bald eagles in Toronto […]
Organized Crime in Cyprus Kills Over 400,000 Songbirds
A recent report has revealed a grim reality: over 400,000 songbirds were trapped and slaughtered in Cyprus during the autumn of 2023, marking a distressing surge in wildlife crime. The findings, compiled by BirdLife Cyprus with Support from the RSPB and the Committee Against Birds Slaughter (Cabs), shed light on an ongoing issue that threatens […]
THREE-QUARTERS of deer in some parts of US have 100% deadly ‘zombie deer virus’ – as officials issue warning to national park goers
Three quarters of deer in some parts of the US are infected with an 100 percent fatal ‘zombie deer virus’, experts have warned. The deadly neurological illness, also known as chronic wasting disease, is currently attacking North American cervids including deer, elk and moose. The brain virus leaves animals confused, drooling, and unafraid of humans. […]
Mastering Pest Defense: Expert Strategies for a Pest-Free Nature
The tranquility of natural settings, whether in gardens, parks, or wild landscapes, can be disrupted by the presence of pests. As custodians of these environments, it is crucial to cultivate a pest-free nature to preserve the beauty and balance of ecosystems. In this blog, we will explore expert strategies for mastering pest defense, encompassing eco-friendly […]