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Where do trafficked animals go after they’re rescued? This network could be the answer
Wildlife trafficking has long posed an issue for authorities trying to wrangle a multi-billion-dollar illegal trade that often yields high profits for smugglers. What has already been a growing problem in the U.S. has been exasperated by online sellers and social media, making these underground transactions even easier and resulting in millions of at-risk and…
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Cat Urbigkit: Wildlife Management Via Drone
In travels across Oregon last summer, I was able to participate in a field visit where I learned about how federal animal damage control specialists are using drones to haze wolves away from cattle. The drones are equipped with bright flashing lights and a speaker system, allowing the drone pilot to either sound loud sirens or yell at…
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Experts warn against ‘recycling’ Halloween pumpkins in woodlands
A Facebook post with thousands of shares recommends “recycling” pumpkins in woodland areas or fields after Halloween, and claims they are “safe” for “wildlife to eat”. However, woodland and animal safety organisations advise against this. The post, which has almost 4,000 shares, was originally shared in October 2022 but has been recirculating in recent days.…
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Consequences of feeding wildlife
Feeding wildlife often does more harm than good. Feeding wildlife can unintentionally lead to negative consequences for both animals and people. Feeding wildlife is illegal in Mississauga under the City’s Animal Care and Control By-law, with a minimum fine of $300. This includes leaving food out, disposing of food waste, or providing food in natural…
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Ecological sustainability for the future of all life on Earth
image: @guenterguni | iStock The Born Free Foundation’s Head of Conservation, Dr Nikki Tagg and Head of Policy, Dr Mark Jones, say that ecological sustainability is an essential element for the future of all life on Earth We are living in the ‘Anthropocene’, or human-dominated, era, in which human activities are having unprecedented and devastating…
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Portion Of A North Carolina Scenic Parkway Closed Due To Wildlife
Looking to make that picturesque leaf season drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway? You may not be able to. A portion of the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway is closed for the immediate foreseeable future just north of Asheville. The popular drive will be closed from mile 367.6 near the Craggy Gardens Picnic Area to milepost…
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Staffordshire estate will continue reintroducing wildlife, ranger says
By Alice Cullinane & Stuart George BBC News, West Midlands Species reintroduction will continue on a Staffordshire estate despite the government stepping away from the strategy, a wildlife ranger has said. Harvey Tweats, from Trentham Gardens, near Stoke-on-Trent, said it was still an exciting time for wildlife species. In June, the estate recorded the birth…
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Way We Were: Wildlife of Summit County
Moose, including two young, in the backyard of 2728 Meadow Creek Court in August 2019. Moose are frequently sighted in Park Meadows and McLeod Creek.Courtesy of Dalton Gackle The many open spaces around Park City provide shelter and food for a wide variety of wildlife. Perhaps the most recognizable animal living around Park City are…
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Oregon researchers test wild animals for COVID-19 virus
Oregon researchers are embarking on a years-long study of how COVID-19 impacts wild animals in the state. Researchers with Oregon State University aim to test about 1,600 wild animals for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: “Right now we don’t know if there are any species that are more or less…
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Two conservation artists receive ‘Ding’ Darling Memorial Award
Share this article Featured in This Article Wildlife Featured in this article American marten Forest elephant great egret October 31, 2023 by David Frey Melissa Groo and Erika Coover are being honored for their work The Wildlife Society is recognizing two artists for putting their artistic talents to work for conservation. Melissa Groo and Erika…