The fastest animals are neither large elephants nor tiny ants, but intermediately sized, like cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus). Why does running speed break with the regular patterns that govern most other aspects of animal anatomy and performance? New research suggests that there is not one limit to maximum running speed, as previously thought, but two: how […]
Primary school children are filming themselves killing and torturing wild animals including swans, deer and squirrels then sharing the grisly videos on WhatsApp in ‘sick’ nation-wide ‘trend’
Primary school children are filming themselves killing and torturing wild animals and sharing the grisly videos on WhatsApp in a ‘sick’ nation-wide ‘trend’. Around 500 youths across 11 groups, which include primary school children, have shared graphic photos and videos of wounded and dead animals killed using a hand-held catapult. Swans, deer, pigeons, foxes, squirrels, […]
10 Shocking Acts of Animal Cruelty in Africa: Uncovering Barbaric Practices
Africa is renowned for its rich wildlife and diverse ecosystems, attracting tourists from all over the world. However, behind the breathtaking landscapes and majestic creatures lies a dark reality – numerous barbaric acts of cruelty against animals. In this article, we expose 10 shocking practices that highlight the urgent need for increased Conservation efforts and […]
Survival Skills: Cooking in Nature Without Modern Conveniences
Cooking in nature strips back the complexities of modern life, presenting an opportunity to connect with the environment in a primal way. It’s about utilizing what you have, where you are, to nourish yourself. Embracing the wilderness requires a shift in mindset from the convenience-driven approaches of contemporary kitchens to the resourceful, innovative methods of […]
Harmonizing Aquatic Ecosystems: Strategies for Plant-Fish Coexistence in Aquariums
Around 2 million people globally have aquariums for various reasons, such as fun, hobbies, and business ventures. They make tiny to massive environments mimicking natural water, to keep diverse plants and fish. However, it takes lots of know-how to find fish and plants that coexist well in the aquarium. This article discusses how art and […]
Miami Seaquarium is Getting Evicted, but Where Will the Animals Go?
As the closure of the Miami Seaquarium draws near, questions surrounding the future of its inhabitants remain unanswered. CBS News Miami recently reached out to the Miami-Dade County Mayor’s Office and the Miami Seaquarium regarding the fate of the animals post-closure but received no definitive answers. Source: USA TODAY/YouTube This uncertainty comes after years […]
Rebuilding from the Ashes: The Story of the 2020 California Wildfires
The year 2020 is one that most people would like to erase from their memories. Not only was the planet under the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic, but 2020 was also the year that saw record-breaking wildfires in California. Record-breaking is probably the wrong word to use because it suggests something positive, but the 2020 […]
Montana man used animal tissue and testicles to breed ‘giant’ sheep for sale to hunting preserves
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – A Montana rancher illegally used tissue and testicles from wild sheep killed by hunters in central Asia and the U.S. to breed “giant” hybrid sheep for sale to private hunting preserves in Texas, according to court documents and federal prosecutors. Arthur “Jack” Schubarth, 80, of Vaughn, Montana pleaded guilty to felony […]