An invasive predator that can grow up to 20ft, weigh over 100kg and devour prey six times its size – it is enough to make anyone’s skin crawl. That’s what residents of southern Florida have been struggling with for the past few decades, with the rapid growth of the Burmese python population in the Everglades. […]
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Blind Senior Dog Saves Volunteer from Rattlesnake
A senior dog named Moogan, despite being blind, has earned the title of “hero” for saving a volunteer at Utah’s Best Friends Animal Sanctuary from a potentially hazardous rattlesnake encounter. Dan Fishbein, the volunteer, was guiding Moogan along a sandy trail when the incredible event unfolded. Although Moogan relies on Fishbein to help him navigate […]
Georgia Man Arrested for Alleged Exotic Animal Trading Ring
A Georgia man known for his social media presence with exotic pets was arrested on October 17 after authorities uncovered an alleged illegal animal trading ring. JaeQuan Smith Devers, who went by “PetzonWheelz” on Instagram, was taken into custody following a raid on his home that revealed a collection of dangerous and tropical animals, including […]
The world’s weirdest penises – including a detachable one that swims off after a mate
When it comes to the animal kingdom, nature’s creativity knows no bounds – especially when it comes to reproduction. Across different animal species, penises take on strange and unexpected forms, each adapted for a specific ecological niche or evolutionary advantage. From detachable appendages and corkscrew shapes to multi-functional tools, the diversity in animal penises is […]
Man Caught Smuggling Over 100 Live Snakes in Trousers into China
A traveler was apprehended by customs officers while attempting to smuggle over 100 live snakes into mainland China, according to a statement from the country’s customs authority. The incident occurred as the unidentified man tried to cross from Hong Kong to Shenzhen. Customs officers discovered that the man had hidden six canvas drawstring bags, sealed […]
Man Bites Snake to Death After It Attacked Him
Aman in India bit a snake back after it attacked him, resulting in the snake’s death. The 35-year-old railway worker Santosh Lohar was working in a forested region near the city of Nawada in Bihar, India when the incident occurred on Tuesday evening. When Lohar went to sleep, the reptile suddenly attacked him. He reacted […]
Yes, some animals can have babies without a mate. Here’s how
A boa constrictor in the U.K. gave birth to 14 babies—without a mate. Is it a miracle? The result of a secret rendezvous? Probably not. Females of species have the ability to reproduce asexually, without sperm from a male. The process is called parthenogenesis, from the Greek words for “virgin” and “birth.” Some plants and […]
The Attitudes of Urban Residents on Encountering Animals in Cities
Urban environments are not just concrete jungles devoid of wildlife; they are their own ecosystems where humans and animals coexist. A recent study published in the Journal of Urban Ecology sheds light on how city residents perceive the presence of various animals in their immediate surroundings. T he study provides valuable insights into urban residents […]