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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Iran Says Only 12 Asiatic Cheetahs Left In Country
Only a dozen Asiatic cheetahs are left in the wild in Iran, the deputy environment minister said, describing the situation for the highly endangered species as “extremely critical.” “The measures we have taken to increase protection, reproduction, and the installation of road signs have not been enough to save this species,” Hassan Akbari told the […]
Wild cat trade: Why the cheetah is not safe just yet
A recent article on the Emirati newspaper The National reports that, according to conservationists, “The increased enforcement by Somaliland in the Gulf [of Aden] and along known smuggling routes, plus the increased community awareness for poaching as a crime has led to a major decline in cub trafficking.” While this is a positive outlook, and […]
Incredible moment zebra is swallowed whole by a monster crocodile among stunning scenes snapped in nature photo contest
THIS is the incredible moment a zebra is swallowed whole by a monster crocodile. The shocking snap is one of 10 jaw-dropping scenes selected for a wildlife photography contest showcasing Kenya’s serene Maasai Mara savannahs. In the pic, the huge reptile pokes its jaws out of the water with an entire bloodied zebra in its […]
Fury as British hunters offered ‘cynical’ 20% off to kill African big game on safaris
British hunters are being offered a “cynical” 20% discount to shoot leopards, cheetahs and rhinos in Africa. Hippos, buffalos and elephants are also on the sickening wishlist of targets. Safari boss Brian Roodt told the Sunday Mirror he launched the promotion to lure hunters back to Namibia after the pandemic. He insists hunting is vital […]