There is something special about stepping away from screens and crowded streets and breathing in the fresh air of the wild. A walk beneath tall trees, a view of open hills, or the sound of birds at sunrise creates a peaceful break that is hard to find anywhere else. Nature offers comfort, and many people […]
They say that nice guys finish last, a sentiment with which this motely crew of mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, amphibians and insects would surely agree. As some of the most aggressive species on the planet, they’ve figured out that offence is often the best defence, whether you’re a bull shark headbutting its prey, a honey […]
Did you know flamingoes are pink on the inside as well as the outside? Or how about the wild bird that’s over 70 years old? And have you ever wondered why woodpeckers don’t get concussion from their never-ending pecking? We’ve rounded up some of the most extraordinary facts about birds and their fascinating world….. 32 […]
The annual meeting of the international body responsible for conservation of the marine ecosystems in the Southern Ocean concluded on Friday with no progress on two contentious issues before it: the creation of new marine protected areas and the strengthening of regulations governing krill (Euphausia superba) fishing. The 44th meeting of the Commission for the […]
An “iconic” saltwater crocodile has been transported more than 1,600km to Australia Zoo – made famous by Steve Irwin – almost two months after its controversial removal from its far north Queensland habitat. But while the Sunshine Coast zoo said it was proud to become the “forever home” of Old Faithful, as the crocodile that […]
Minke whales are the smallest and often overlooked members of the baleen whale family, yet they are fascinating creatures with complex behaviors and surprising adaptability. What are minke whales? Minke whales are one of 16 species belonging to the family of Baleen whales How big are minke whales? Minkes are the smallest of the whales, […]
What are moon bears? Where do moon bears live? Learn all about the beguiling moon bear in Heidi Quine’s expert guide Moon bears numbers continue to decline and we risk losing this enigmatic species, says Heidi Quine from Animals Asia. Learn all about moon bears in her expert guide What are moon bears The charismatic […]
A three-ton bull elephant lies dead on the ground in a remote corner of Africa. His life has been snuffed out by a marksman’s bullet fired into his brain. In a few seconds it was all over. He will have known nothing. Within minutes of his death ten days ago, a wildlife vet was running […]