Cheetah reintroduction in Malawi brings vultures back to the skies

Cheetah reintroduction in Malawi brings vultures back to the skies

Four species of critically endangered vulture have returned to a park in southern Malawi from which they disappeared more than 20 years ago, and their comeback is credited to the reintroduction of cheetahs, lions and the carcasses the cats left behind, conservationists say. In 2017, seven cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus) were reintroduced to Liwonde National Park […]

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Thousands of kangaroos are slaughtered every year to be turned into Nike’s high-end soccer boots

Thousands of kangaroos are slaughtered every year to be turned into Nike’s high-end soccer boots

Tonight, as you sleep, hunters will be out in the dark with their spotlights, terrorizing, shooting, maiming, and killing a beloved national icon. This tragedy occurs each time the sun goes down across Australia. It’s a nightly affair, conveniently removed from the experiences of the majority of Australians and Nike customers. Kangaroo imagery appears on […]

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The return of large mammals aids in the rehabilitation of entire ecosystems, according to a new study

The return of large mammals aids in the rehabilitation of entire ecosystems, according to a new study

The reintroduction of gray wolves into Yellowstone National Park in 1995 set off a chain reaction of events. Herbivores like elk were kept in check and on the move by the wolves, minimizing their browsing impact on young trees. As a result, willow and aspen groves blossomed along watercourses, providing excellent circumstances for a healthy […]

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Cheetah pack leader killed by other family members in bloody coup

Cheetah pack leader killed by other family members in bloody coup

In a violent coup, an all-male cheetah pack attacked and killed its leader. Because of their predominance in the Maasai Mara natural reserve, Kenya’s Tano Bora cheetah pack, known as “the Magnificent Five” in the Maa language, is regarded as a force to be reckoned with. According to The Australian, big cat experts have been watching this alliance […]

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