“It was beyond our wildest expectations.” The Missouri Stream Teams cleanup crew in Jefferson City has a knack for uncovering treasures amidst the trash. Over the years, they’ve stumbled upon…
As droughts intensify globally, wildlife species face increased challenges from habitat loss, resource competition, dehydration, and heat stress. A recent study sheds light on how drought will become more frequent…
Marine Animals Save Energy by Swimming at Optimal Depths, Study Finds Researchers from Swansea and Deakin Universities have discovered that air-breathing marine animals—including mammals, birds, and reptiles—consistently swim at similar…
Northern Muriqui Monkeys: Conservation Successes and Challenges in a Changing World Despite remarkable population growth since 1982, the critically endangered northern muriqui monkeys of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest face renewed threats,…
For over two years—850 days to be exact—Jake, a Doberman nicknamed the “saddest dog in Warwickshire,” waited in a shelter while the world passed him by. Fearful of other dogs,…
Chungungo (Marine Otter): A Tiny Sea Cat of the Coast The chungungo (Lontra felina), also known as the marine otter or sea cat, is the smallest species of otter and…
World’s Oldest Known Crocodile, Henry, Turns 124 Today (Dec. 16), Henry, the world’s oldest known Nile crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus), celebrates his 124th birthday at the Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh,…
Scientists have identified some of the involved genes behind cats’ spots, but there’s still a piece missing. How Do Cats Get Their Spots? Scientists Are Uncovering the Mystery From the…
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm Announces the Return of Its Popular Christmas Tree Recycling Initiative for January 2025 Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is thrilled to welcome back its much-loved Christmas tree…
EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — Scotland’s ban on animal snares has been hailed as a landmark moment for animal welfare by Cats Protection, the UK’s largest feline charity. The legislation, which…