While it’s rather difficult to picture whales outside their vast marine habitats, the early ancestors of these gigantic creatures were actually terrestrial — and a recent discovery of new four-legged whale species brings to light more exciting evidence about the animals’ … [Read more...] about Researchers discover ancient four-legged whale in Egypt
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Need a laugh? Check out this year’s comedy wildlife photography finalists
Between the pandemic and climate disasters, summer 2021 hasn’t been easy, but humor is a powerful tool for helping us through tough times. Fortunately, the 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards are here just in time to lift our spirits with some of the best comedic relief … [Read more...] about Need a laugh? Check out this year’s comedy wildlife photography finalists
South Korea to increase animal protection by granting them legal status
While South Korea’s pet-owning population grew significantly in recent years, so did the number of animal abuse cases, which are often ignored due to the fact that animals in the country have no legal status. That makes it difficult to bring potential abusers to heel. However, … [Read more...] about South Korea to increase animal protection by granting them legal status
Lifeguard dogs successfully rescue 14 struggling swimmers in Italy
In the peak of summer in Italy, when swimmers flock to the beaches and lakes, the lifeguards keeping everyone safe bring in some much-needed assistants who are masters of dog paddling — something that shouldn’t come as a surprise since they are, well, dogs. That’s right, in … [Read more...] about Lifeguard dogs successfully rescue 14 struggling swimmers in Italy
The Optimist View: Honoring the Animals
"It's not whether animals will survive, it's whether man has the will to save them." - Anthony D. Williams BY Amelia Buckley Coming around a bend along a trail in Glacier National Park, I saw something that stopped me in my tracks. Just ten feet ahead of me, standing … [Read more...] about The Optimist View: Honoring the Animals
