For years, conservationists believed that Kenya’s Aberdare Mountains held the last remaining wild population of mountain bongos. These critically endangered antelopes are among Africa’s rarest mammals. Known for their chestnut…
Hidden deep within South America’s tropical rainforests lives one of the world’s most mysterious mammals — a shy, rarely seen canid with short legs, a bushy fox-like tail and partly…
“oms can be protective.” Last month, Priscilla Wolcott, an animal control officer with Fresno Humane Animal Services, received a report about a stray dog hiding beneath someone’s house. The caller…
“These dogs are an inspiration.” Staff at Brandywine Valley SPCA recently rushed into action after receiving an urgent call from the Marple Township Police Department. Officers had discovered nearly 50…
No one knows how long they’d been there. In late April, Shafter City Animal Control received a report about a dog family that had been left behind in an orchard.…
A woman in Wales had an unforgettable close encounter when Britain’s longest dragonfly landed on her thumb as if catching a ride. Sarah Hawkes spotted the impressive golden-ringed dragonfly while…
“ reads their body language like a pro.” At Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, every person plays an important role in helping elderly dogs find love, comfort, and new families. Shelter…
He raced to help them. A man was near a busy road when he suddenly heard faint cries coming from a patch of bushes nearby. Concerned, he stopped to take…
Trent Sizemore, a wildlife photographer from West Yellowstone, Montana, is used to photographing large and powerful animals. His work often features bison, bears, moose, elk, and other impressive wildlife found…
Late last month, a small bully mix puppy arrived at Border Tails Rescue in Northbrook, Illinois. The moment she walked through the doors, the shelter team was completely charmed by…