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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

No cuddles, but lots of care: How a Paris-area wildlife hospital keeps rescued animals wild

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and support for wildlife rehabilitation efforts.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Wildlife and humans thriving in Unesco-protected sites

Unesco-protected areas support stable wildlife populations despite global declines, but face severe threats from climate change and human activities.
#birdwatching
Health
fromHigh Country News
2 hours ago

'Just noticing birds improves your health' - High Country News

Noticing birds enhances health and community well-being through increased awareness and advocacy against environmental pollution.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

The most spotted birds in your local area - and how to help them

The Big Garden Birdwatch reveals significant declines in certain bird species while showing improvements in others, highlighting the impact of environmental factors.
Health
fromHigh Country News
2 hours ago

'Just noticing birds improves your health' - High Country News

Noticing birds enhances health and community well-being through increased awareness and advocacy against environmental pollution.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

The most spotted birds in your local area - and how to help them

The Big Garden Birdwatch reveals significant declines in certain bird species while showing improvements in others, highlighting the impact of environmental factors.
Independent films
fromABC7 Los Angeles
10 hours ago

How Disneynature filmmakers found the story of 'Orangutan' and teamed up with Josh Gad

Indah, a young orangutan, faces the challenges of growing up in Disneynature's film 'Orangutan,' premiering April 22 on Disney+.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

They come right past the house': learning to live with rhinos as numbers soar in Nepal

Nepal is addressing human-wildlife conflict through education and community engagement to promote coexistence with increasing wildlife populations.
Roam Research
fromNature
2 days ago

'Bat feast' animal videos at African cave offer clues to how deadly viruses spread

Camera traps in Uganda revealed various species interacting with Egyptian fruit bats, highlighting potential pathways for Marburg virus transmission to humans.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

The Sonoran Desert teems with wildlife. These 3D scans could help protect its future

"It was so emotional and meaningful for everybody. [There] was like an excitement. But it was also super sorrowful at the same time," said Best.
US news
#david-attenborough
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Uproar over mama bear killing could help launch a state wildlife coexistence program

Legislation is being considered in California to promote nonlethal solutions for human-wildlife conflicts following public outcry over a bear's death.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

Best Places to Go Whale Watching in California

"The most successful wildlife trips follow animal patterns and seasonality," says Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist Josh Geller of Embark Beyond.
Travel
Miami food
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

7 Resorts Where You Can Help Baby Turtles Reach the Sea

Eco-luxury hotels are enhancing sea turtle conservation through nesting zones, incubation centers, and guest participation in protective initiatives.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Animal Minds: Can We Really Know What They Think and Feel?

Challenges in studying animal minds can strengthen scientific understanding and foster a deeper connection with nonhuman species.
#biodiversity
fromArchDaily
5 hours ago
Environment

On International Mother Earth Day: Urban Rewilding, Aquatic Ecosystems, and Ancestral Practices for Biodiversity

London
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

A prickle of hedgehogs and an armada of newts: wildlife settles in at London's new Queen Elizabeth garden

The Queen Elizabeth II garden in Regent's Park enhances biodiversity with diverse habitats and a significant increase in wildlife presence.
Environment
fromArchDaily
5 hours ago

On International Mother Earth Day: Urban Rewilding, Aquatic Ecosystems, and Ancestral Practices for Biodiversity

International Mother Earth Day promotes harmony with nature and raises awareness of biodiversity preservation amid climate change challenges.
Mindfulness
fromYoga Journal
5 days ago

6 Yoga Retreats That Center Wildlife and Conservation

Nature-based yoga retreats enhance mindfulness and presence through ethical wildlife experiences, fostering awe and connection in stunning ecosystems.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Stranded and dying, the German whale is a parable of our troubled relationship with these sea giants

A humpback whale in the Baltic Sea is suffering due to entanglement and human impact on its environment.
OMG science
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

Billions of Birds Have Vanished in a Generation | The Walrus

Bird populations are declining significantly, with billions fewer birds in North America and Europe, leading to quieter environments and loss of biodiversity.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
17 hours ago

Why People Risk Their Lives for Animals in War

Civilians in Ukraine face life-threatening decisions, often prioritizing their pets over personal safety due to emotional responses under extreme stress.
#extinction
UX design
fromAwwwards
1 week ago

100 Lost Species

The project illustrates extinction's impact through an interactive digital experience, emphasizing time's role in species disappearance and human influence.
Environment
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Britain has just 20 years to save its wildlife, experts warn

Urgent action is needed to prevent the extinction of hundreds of British species within the next 20 years.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Crews rescue sea lion pup found on side of street in San Francisco's Outer Sunset District

We are grateful for the quick action, dedication, and support from our partners that allowed this young animal to be rescued in the wee hours of the morning, giving Irving a second chance.
San Francisco
#wildlife-trade
Coronavirus
fromNature
1 week ago

Almost half of traded wildlife carry disease-causing pathogens

Nearly half of wild mammal species traded carry pathogens that can infect humans, linking wildlife trade to major disease outbreaks.
Coronavirus
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

How bad for humans is wildlife trade? A new study has answers

The wildlife trade significantly increases the risk of zoonotic diseases transferring from animals to humans.
Coronavirus
fromNature
1 week ago

Almost half of traded wildlife carry disease-causing pathogens

Nearly half of wild mammal species traded carry pathogens that can infect humans, linking wildlife trade to major disease outbreaks.
Coronavirus
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

How bad for humans is wildlife trade? A new study has answers

The wildlife trade significantly increases the risk of zoonotic diseases transferring from animals to humans.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Caracas' iconic macaws threatened by vanishing palm trees

The blue and gold macaws in Caracas face threats due to city authorities cutting down their nesting palm trees, risking their population decline.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A Gorilla Story: Told By David Attenborough review like one of our last meetings with an adored relative

Gorilla conservation has improved since the 1970s, but individual gorilla families face complex challenges today.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

Songbirds reveal the dark side of making new brain cells as adults

Aging and damaged brain cells, or neurons, can cause memory problems and limit the brain's ability to recover from illnesses. Some scientists have posited that if we could just turn on the ability to make new neurons in the brain—a process called neurogenesis—some of these deleterious changes might be reversed.
OMG science
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

On the trail with the hunters who believe shooting big game can save Africa's wildlife

Trophy hunting in protected areas like Niassa reserve raises ethical concerns about wildlife conservation and the impact on animal populations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

England wildlife watchdog has stopped designating special sites for protection'

While Natural England dithers and reviews processes, irreplaceable wildlife sites are being trashed, damaged, and even built over. That is not a technical failure, it's a dereliction of duty.
Environment
Writing
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Reimagining Animal Sentience: A Novel View of Animal Minds

Animal sentience is real, and poetry can transform our understanding and treatment of animals as conscious beings.
Pets
fromSFGATE
12 hours ago

8 birds of prey saved after being released in bizarre NorCal crime

A falconry center owner is urgently searching for 11 missing birds after a break-in.
#animal-welfare
fromFortune
1 day ago
Pets

Rubber bullet carnage as 1,000 animal welfare activists storm beagle breeding lab in Wisconsin | Fortune

Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Animal park euthanises entire wolf pack after vicious infighting

Wildwood animal park euthanised its entire pack of European grey wolves due to severe aggression and life-threatening injuries among the animals.
fromFortune
2 days ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

As former L.A. Zoo elephant Tina falls ill, Samuel L. Jackson and activists call for sanctuary

Animal welfare activists advocate for relocating former L.A. Zoo elephants Billy and Tina to a sanctuary due to health concerns.
fromFortune
1 day ago
Pets

Rubber bullet carnage as 1,000 animal welfare activists storm beagle breeding lab in Wisconsin | Fortune

Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Animal park euthanises entire wolf pack after vicious infighting

Wildwood animal park euthanised its entire pack of European grey wolves due to severe aggression and life-threatening injuries among the animals.
fromFortune
2 days ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

As former L.A. Zoo elephant Tina falls ill, Samuel L. Jackson and activists call for sanctuary

Animal welfare activists advocate for relocating former L.A. Zoo elephants Billy and Tina to a sanctuary due to health concerns.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Debate erupts over wolves in captivity after animal park euthanises entire pack

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
#wildlife-conservation
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Experts call for restrictions on pet flea treatments that harm UK songbirds

Pet flea treatments are contaminating songbird feathers with harmful insecticides, prompting calls for regulatory changes to protect wildlife.
Pets
fromNature
3 weeks ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Experts call for restrictions on pet flea treatments that harm UK songbirds

Pet flea treatments are contaminating songbird feathers with harmful insecticides, prompting calls for regulatory changes to protect wildlife.
Pets
fromNature
3 weeks ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Heath island being turned into wildlife sanctuary

A wildlife sanctuary project on Hampstead Heath's Model Boating Pond aims to protect nesting birds by removing access to the island.
#veterinary-care
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

From sleeping lions to spitting snakes: a year in the life of London zoo vets

Veterinary teams at ZSL face unique challenges in treating endangered animals, requiring specialized skills and techniques for various species.
Pets
fromSan Jose Inside
5 days ago

Beyond Dogs and Cats: What Silicon Valley's Exotic Pet Owners Need to Know About Veterinary Care

Santa Clara County's diverse communities face challenges in veterinary care for non-traditional pets due to a lack of specialized services.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Profit prioritised over welfare': UK's premier exotic animal hospital to close

The UK's premier parrot surgery is closing due to a corporate buyout, raising concerns about the future of avian care.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Why Seven Dogs Escaping Captivity Gives Hope to Us All

Resilience and leadership can emerge from unexpected sources, as demonstrated by a group of dogs navigating challenges together.
Pets
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

If You Find A Bird Egg In Your Vegetable Garden, Here's What You Need To Do Next - Tasting Table

Bird nests and eggs are legally protected; do not relocate them to avoid fines and ensure bird safety.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

South Koreans breathe sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo safely

A two-year-old wolf named Neukgu was safely captured after a nine-day search, becoming a national celebrity in South Korea.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

A Compassionate History of American Attitudes Toward Animals

A new book details the evolution of human-animal relationships and highlights the responsibility for unseen consequences of our actions towards other species.
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

In Her Final Reflections, Jane Goodall Issues a Warning: "Without Hope, We Fall Into Apathy"

Somebody sent to this world to try to give people hope in dark times, because without hope, we fall into apathy and do nothing, and in the dark times that we are living in now, if people don't have hope, we're doomed. How can we bring little children into this dark world we've created and let them be surrounded by people who've given up?
Writing
Pets
fromThe Washington Post
6 days ago

Can't wait to see the zoo's baby elephant? Here's what you need to know.

Linh Mai, a sassy Asian elephant calf, debuted at the National Zoo, weighing over 460 pounds and showcasing a vibrant personality.
from6abc Philadelphia
6 days ago

Mother bear and cubs take up residence under family's home in New Jersey

Veronica O'Brien-Lim explained that the bears were living under her home due to the previous owners digging a foundation under half of the addition. Initially adorable, the bears began causing problems by going through neighbors' trash and chewing on wires.
Pets
Pets
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Bronx Zoo's Playful Baby Nyala Is a Must-See

A newborn nyala calf at the Bronx Zoo is captivating visitors with its playful nature and striking appearance.
Science
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

5 unlikely animal friendships that prove connection has no species barrier - Silicon Canals

Animals form deep, unexpected interspecies bonds that transcend instinct, demonstrating that genuine connection can override species boundaries and learned categories.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Snake Bros Keep Getting Bitten by Their Lethal Pets. Only Zoos Can Save Them

Chris Gifford felt a fang sink into his skin and thought, 'I'm going to die.' He realized he needed to start a timer immediately.
Pets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

When Zoo Design Tells the Story of Life Itself - Yanko Design

The House of Elements, set to become the crown jewel of Orientarium Zoo in Łódź, Poland, takes the classical elements (earth, ice, water, fire, and air) and transforms them into a 6,000-square-meter narrative experience. Rather than designing a building where you walk from exhibit to exhibit, VMA created a continuous downward-then-upward journey that mirrors the evolution of life itself. Designer: VMA Design Studio for Orientarium Zoo
Design
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

The cost of casting animals as heroes and villains in conservation science

Hero-villain narratives in ecology oversimplify complex ecological stories and inappropriately impose human moral frameworks onto non-moral natural processes and species.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'You can't cut costs with animal welfare': The British zoos fighting for survival

Jersey's Durrell Zoo faces severe financial strain, risking closure within three years and forcing conservation and animal care cuts despite rising sector-wide budget pressures.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How ICE Is Disrupting the Human-Animal Bond

Abrupt immigration enforcement severs human-animal bonds, causing lasting trauma, abandoned pets, and reluctance to seek veterinary care.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Dogs and People: Stories of Redemption and Mutual Rescue

Canine redemption narratives shape perceptions of mutual rescue between humans and dogs, reflecting broader themes of responsibility and redemption in society.
Pets
fromThe Boutique Adventurer
2 weeks ago

These Are the U.S. Zoos Animal Lovers Should Visit at Least Once - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

Zoos in the US can be ethical, focusing on conservation, education, and research, with many being AZA-accredited for animal care standards.
Pets
fromPage Six
2 weeks ago

'Ben's Animals' documentary to make US premiere in NYC

Ben's Animals is a documentary about autism, art, and advocacy, premiering in New York City during International Autism Month.
Psychology
fromLady Freethinker
2 months ago

The Link Between Animal Cruelty and Human Violence

Animal cruelty commonly co-occurs with interpersonal violence and serves as a strong early warning sign indicating elevated risk to both animals and people.
Science
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

9 natural disaster warning signs animals display before humans notice anything wrong - Silicon Canals

Animals often detect imminent natural disasters through subtle environmental cues and flee before humans.
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Coyotes and cougars and rats, oh my! - High Country News

An unnamed tourist saw it and told Aidan Moore, who works for Alcatraz City Cruises. Moore told SFGATE that he was initially skeptical, but the guest's iPhone footage left little room for doubt. The video shows, not a sea lion or an otter, but an actual Canis latrans, doggedly dogpaddling, then clambering out of the water, noticeably shaky and struggling to settle tired paws on the craggy rocks.
California
#wildlife-rescue
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Baby mountain lion orphaned and left to starve in Southern California is rescued

A rescued baby mountain lion named Crimson requires intensive care and monitoring after losing toes and being orphaned in Southern California.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Fox family reunited after cubs found hiding in car

Five fox cubs found sheltering under a car at a London garage were successfully reunited with their mother after veterinary care and assistance from the Fox Project charity.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Healthy hedgehogs are best left in the wild | Letters

Hedgehogs are wild animals that should not be kept as pets; they thrive best in their natural habitat.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

How zoos are preparing animals for this weekend's massive winter storm

In Texas, the Houston Zoo has prepared its buildings and barns with heaters designed to withstand extreme conditions, the zoo said in a blog post on Friday. Animals will have access to extra hay and bedding, and food was stocked in advance. Across the Zoo, sensitive plants are being protected with coverings, and generators are positioned to provide backup power if needed, the blog post said.
US news
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Asian elephant born at Washington DC zoo for first time in 25 years

A 308 lb female Asian elephant calf was born at the Smithsonian National Zoo on 2 February, the first in nearly 25 years.
#wolf-euthanasia
Pets
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Adopters say they weren't warned before pack of wolves was euthanised

Animal lovers were not informed before a pack of adopted wolves was euthanized due to severe aggression and injuries among them.
Pets
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Scientists explain why entire pack of wolves needed to be euthanised

An entire pack of wolves was euthanised due to severe aggression and deteriorating quality of life, despite public outcry for alternatives.
Pets
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Adopters say they weren't warned before pack of wolves was euthanised

Animal lovers were not informed before a pack of adopted wolves was euthanized due to severe aggression and injuries among them.
Pets
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Scientists explain why entire pack of wolves needed to be euthanised

An entire pack of wolves was euthanised due to severe aggression and deteriorating quality of life, despite public outcry for alternatives.
Environment
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Rewilding Rejects the We're-So-Special Exceptionalism

Rewilding requires rehabilitating human hearts, overcoming self-centeredness, and treating nature with compassion so ecosystems and nonhuman lives can flourish.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Let these nine romantic animals inspire you on Valentine's Day

Animal courtship displays—dances, duets, lifelong bonds—offer creative, nontraditional romantic ideas inspired by seahorses, gibbons, and monogamous dik-diks.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Dogs, Cats, and Other Nonhumans Are Not 'Just Animals'

A new book challenges speciesist narratives and promotes deeper respect for animals as sentient beings with powerful social bonds.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

The truth behind wildlife tourism

Wildlife tourism in Kenya and Tanzania threatens migration corridors and Maasai land rights, requiring integrated approaches to reconcile conservation, community livelihoods and economic benefits.
Environment
fromFortune
2 months ago

Animal behavioralists saved a rhino with bleeding eyes by giving it eye drops, in a "ridiculous idea" gone right | Fortune

Voluntary training allowed caretakers to safely administer eyedrops to an endangered white rhino in Zimbabwe, preserving vision and protecting a community reintroduction program.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

Would you pay 1% more for wildlife? - High Country News

The 1% for Wildlife bill would raise lodging taxes to generate nearly $30 million annually for Oregon habitat conservation.
Pets
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

The battle over the aging Attleboro Zoo is getting wild

Attleboro proposes transforming Capron Park Zoo into a nature reserve to reduce costs and focus on native wildlife and conservation.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

These digital tools are stepping up the global fight against wildlife trafficking

In late 2025, Interpol coordinated a global operation across 134 nations, seizing roughly 30,000 live animals, confiscating illegal plant and timber products, and identifying about 1,100 suspected wildlife traffickers for national police to investigate. Wildlife trafficking is one of the most lucrative illicit industries worldwide. It nets between US$7 billion and $23 billion per year, according to the Global Environment Facility, a group of nearly 200 nations as well as businesses and nonprofits that fund environmental improvement and protection projects.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

The business of saving nature

The world spends 30 times more money destroying nature than protecting it. That's according to a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) that exposes a massive gulf between so-called "harmful investments" and financing that promotes nature preservation. The global environment agency's latest "State of Finance for Nature" (SNF) report is calling to phase out the US$7.3 trillion (6.2 trillion) in global investments that damage nature including into high-emissions energy infrastructure and manufacturing, for example.
Environment
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I love vultures, mosquitoes and, yes, even wasps. This is why you should too | Jo Wimpenny

Humans hold irrational emotional biases toward animals; wasps deserve reconsideration as valuable pollinators and pest controllers despite negative perceptions.
Pets
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Rare elephant shrews are born in the UK for the first time

Two black and rufous elephant shrews were born in the UK for the first time at Hertfordshire Zoo, weighing only 30g at birth and discovered through CCTV footage.
fromUSA TODAY
1 month ago

Red fox lands at Bronx Zoo after days at sea. Here's how he's doing.

Discovered on a ship arriving at the Port of New York & New Jersey from Southampton, England, the red fox was placed in the care of the Bronx Zoo on Feb. 19, one day after it was "safely secured" by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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