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The beloved emperor penguin and Antarctic fur seal are now officially endangered. Here's what can be done
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (663+ words) In 1902, British explorer Robert Falcon Scott spotted a large group of large black and white birds at Ross Island, Antarctica. This was among the many milestones of Scott's famous Discovery expedition: the first breeding colony of emperor penguins. Now, only…...
How to feed your garden birds without spreading disease
7+ hour ago (414+ words) The outbreak of a mysterious and deadly disease in finches in British gardens in 2005 set alarms bells ringing for conservationists. A decade later, the extent of that disease in greenfinches and chaffinches was reported. And now, bird scientists are beginning…...
Baby osprey saved from monofilament line in Fort Myers Beach nest
2+ hour, 25+ min ago (299+ words) That would have killed it," Howell said. Howell said the baby osprey is about three weeks old. Howell said the mother osprey got squirmy" when he first approached on the left but took off after a couple minutes. The baby…...
Red Cross encourages planning for emergencies during Pet First Aid Awareness Month
2+ hour, 38+ min ago (202+ words) PORTLAND " Pets are family, and they need emergency plans too. In recognition of Pet First Aid Awareness Month this April, the American Red Cross is helping empower pet owners with practical tips and tools to prepare for four-legged emergencies, including…...
Recognizing dementia in dogs and cats
1+ hour, 48+ min ago (1278+ words) Sorry, something went wrong and the translator is not available. Sorry, something went wrong with the translation request. Age-related cognitive decline in pets mimics Alzheimer's in people, researchers find Dr. Lisa Wilhelm was at her wits' end with Uncle Terry....
Keepin' Up With Dave Has a Special Event for Birders on the Great River
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (167+ words) Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day along the Great Mississippi Flyway! Learn what makes this spot on the river so captivating for migratory birds. Check out the live raptors, attend a family-friendly bird walk or an indoor talk about bird conservation....
One-legged stork gets high-tech prosthetic, expected to return to the wild
10+ hour, 28+ min ago (98+ words) news. cgtn. com One-legged stork gets high-tech prosthetic, expected to return to the wild A rescued oriental white stork in north China is getting a second chance at life. The injured bird has been fitted with a fifth-generation mechanical prosthetic…...
Giant echidna fossil found in Australia fills a major gap in animal history
7+ hour, 43+ min ago (662+ words) A hidden cave in Australia has quietly kept a secret for over a hundred years. Deep inside, scientists have now found proof that a giant echidna once lived there. This exciting discovery helps us understand how animals lived long ago....
Five Decades of Research Reveal Big Gaps in Bhutan's Hidden Wildlife
11+ hour, 47+ min ago (310+ words) | Newswise'Newswise Five Decades of Research Reveal Big Gaps in Bhutan's Hidden Wildlife The number of species and publications over five decades (19722022). Newswise " Bhutan sits within the Eastern Himalayas, one of the world's great biodiversity regions, and supports a remarkable range…...
Dogs that killed 3-year-old kept in broken cage near her - Wilmington Today
1+ day, 11+ min ago (324+ words) Prosecutors say father failed to secure dangerous pitbulls that mauled his daughter to death Apr. 13, 2026 at 7: 05pm A 46-year-old Ohio man is on trial for involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment after his two pitbull terriers escaped from a broken cage and…...