Humans aren’t the only ones at risk from natural disasters. Hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes can affect wildlife, too. For species already at risk of extinction, these natural disasters can add new perils. In a recent study, researchers identified species particularly at risk from natural hazards as well as the management actions that could protect […]
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New AI Tool ‘SuperAnimal’ Accurately Analyzes Animal Behavior
SuperAnimal, a groundbreaking deep learning model, has emerged as a transformative tool in the study of animal behavior. This revolutionary technology, developed by a team at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) under the leadership of Dr. Mackenzie Mathis, is designed to detect animal motion across various species and environments with unprecedented accuracy. […]
The Consequences of Forbidden Romances in the Animal Kingdom
In the animal kingdom, tales of forbidden romances between endangered wild animals and their domestic counterparts weave a complex narrative fraught with consequences. From yaks seeking affection from docile cows to testosterone-fueled wild camels charging pastoralist herds, these encounters pose serious challenges with far-reaching implications. The dwindling populations of many endangered species, coupled with shrinking […]
How writing can be used as a tool for promoting wildlife conservation
The more technology and industry develop, the more nature needs protection. The world has started to care more about the environment, and that’s great. But how can wildlife conservation be influenced through the use of writing skills? This article describes the various ways in which people use writing to promote the conservation of wildlife. How […]
Six Important Upcoming Wildlife Grants
Wildlife grants play a crucial role in the conservation and protection of our planet’s diverse ecosystems. These grants provide essential funding for projects aimed at preserving endangered species, restoring habitats, and conducting vital research. By supporting conservationists, researchers, and local communities, wildlife grants help ensure that future generations can enjoy and benefit from the rich […]
Brooklyn Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Illegal Exotic Animal Parts
A recent case in Brooklyn sheds light on the disturbing illegal trade in exotic animal parts. Usher Weiss, a 26-year-old resident, pleaded guilty after being caught selling items including a mounted cougar head and other prohibited wildlife products to an undercover officer from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). The undercover operation […]
Scientists reveal why hundreds of fish in Florida Keys are spinning to death and washing up on popular beaches
Scientists may have discovered what has caused hundreds of fish off the coast of the Florida Keys to spin in circles until they die. Reports of the bizarre behavior first surfaced in October 2023, leading to nearly 500 reports of dead fish washing ashore as of May 8. Researchers at Florida Gulf Coast University recently […]
4 Dominicans are accused of smuggling wildlife and throwing 113 birds overboard to their deaths
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico– Today a federal grand jury indicted four men from the Dominican Republic who attempted to smuggle hundreds of exotic birds into the Dominican Republic and were interdicted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Coast Guard. According to court documents, on or about May 3, 2024, defendants Frankluis Carela […]