Last fall, a Clallam County, Washington, resident spotted a young male cougar walking slowly through a field on the northern edge of the Olympic Peninsula. It was the middle of the day — a clear sign that something was off — and he was also skinny and weak, dragging his matted tail in the mud. […]
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Dead dolphins and seals wash up on LA beaches as officials face blame for toxic tide of wildfire debris
LA residents continue to witness the devastating impact of the deadly wildfires nearly three months on, with marine life now emerging as the latest casualty of the disaster, DailyMail.com can reveal. The fallout from the destructive blaze has reached the city’s coastline where a deadly tide of toxic fire debris has resulted in dead dolphins […]
Bird Flu Reaches Antarctica Threatening Penguins and Seabirds
A deadly strain of bird flu has officially made its way to Antarctica, raising serious alarm among scientists and wildlife advocates. According to New Scientist reporter Michael Le Page, H5N1 bird flu has been confirmed in dead skuas along the Antarctic Peninsula, marking the virus’s first known impact on the frozen continent’s wildlife. Researchers from […]
With Sea Ice Melting, Killer Whales Are Moving Into the Arctic
In the winter of 2020, Inuit hunters in Canada’s Central Arctic came across the frozen carcasses of 11 beached bowhead whales, enormous marine mammals that have made a slow but steady comeback since they were driven to the brink of extinction by late 19th and early 20th century whalers. Unsure of what killed the whales, […]
Canadian Officials Relocated an Elephant Seal, but He Found His Way Back to the City
Emerson, a 500-pound elephant seal, has captured the hearts of many along the rugged coast of western Canada. His story, marked by unexpected journeys and unlikely encounters, underscores the delicate balance between wildlife conservation and public fascination. Emerson’s journey began innocuously enough, born in Washington state and cared for by volunteers after being abandoned by […]
Petition: Help Protect Viral Seal from Humans
Neil the Seal is a 1,300-pound southern elephant seal who has become a viral sensation in Tasmania. However, there is growing concern for his welfare. Neil’s adventures, while amusing and endearing to many, underscore the potential risks when such a large wild animal becomes too accustomed to human interaction. We must ensure Neil’s safety is […]
Neil the Seal Goes Viral, Prompting Concern for His Welfare
A three-year-old Southern Elephant seal, affectionately dubbed Neil the Seal, has gone viral on the internet. An Instagram account with the handle @neiltheseal22 has amassed over 65,000 followers. The account documents the antics of juvenile Neil, who already weighs a whopping 1,300 pounds. However, wildlife experts have raised concerns about the seal’s safety in the […]
6 Exciting Ways To See More Wild Animals
Generally speaking, all animals are spectacular, but there’s just something special about the wild ones that words cannot describe properly. Maybe it’s the fact that we do not get to see them on a regular basis, hence coming face to face with them is a truly extraordinary experience. Unfortunately, the modern world hasn’t given its […]