A creature that humans came very close to obliterating now offers hope that we may be able to find ways to tackle one of the most pernicious environmental poisons, say scientists. Their research has revealed that one of the world’s most isolated aquatic mammals, Arctocephalus philippii, can tolerate high levels of cadmium, as well as […]
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How One Curious Seal Led Scientists to a Climate Disaster
Climate change is a complex issue, and scientists are constantly working to uncover new evidence that helps us understand the dangers we face. But sometimes, clues to a potential disaster can come from the most unlikely of places. Such is the case with a curious seal and a wayward robot that helped scientists uncover a […]
This Walrus Climbs on People’s Boats and Enjoys a European Summer Vacation
A European summer vacation is a dream for most people. The getaway will undoubtedly bring you to majestic places to forget your worries for a while. Soaking under the warm sun in beach towns and islands with beautiful waters makes the vacation a healing trip. Not to mention the friendships you can form with the […]
Baby seals to get ‘smashed to death’ in harrowing scenes for new Frozen Planet series
Baby seals will be seen getting smashed to death in the new series of Frozen Planet later this week, meaning harrowing scenes are set to air on our screens very soon. Eleven years in the making, Sir David Attenborough, 96, will be at the helm of Frozen Planet II when it catapults onto our television […]
Young Seal Accidentally Breaks Into The House Of A Marine Biologist In New Zealand
What would you do if you go home one day and suddenly saw a pup that you don’t recall ever having adopted? Cute, if you think about it, I mean who doesn’t love puppies? But the pup I’m talking about is not the kind you’re probably thinking about right now; it’s actually an ocean puppy– […]
Lost Seal Causes Confusion on a Rural Farm in Victoria
Each animal has a designated habitat. One where all their basic needs are met and suitable for their lifestyle. However, there are times when animals surprisingly appear in different places. It causes confusion to witnesses, especially the animals living in that particular environment. People wonder why those animals end up there — why did they […]
A Baby Seal Keeps on Hissing After Being Rescued and Brought to Rehabilitation
Animals tend to be snappy to humans when they find it hard to trust due to previous experiences. Baby animals who aren’t taught by parents about socializing grow to be hostile. They still don’t know how to move around the environment, making them skeptical of almost everything. People must be patient and alert during the […]
Surfer Bill Lowe rescues osprey entangled in fishing line
Every day, Barry Brown walks out to the North Stradbroke Island headlands with a camera in his hand, hoping to catch a unique moment, such as a whale spouting or a fur seal relaxing on a rock. Last week, Brown was looking for birds to shoot in his normal location near Whale Rock at the […]