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Indian star tortoises are in jeopardy as good luck charms
One sweltering afternoon in May, Aishwarya Sridhar stood sweating by the side of an isolated road in Bangkok, waiting for a tortoise smuggler to arrive. A man dressed in a gray t-shirt, black shorts, and a face mask soon approached and introduced himself as “Mr. X.” He didn’t want to use his real name, he said.…
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Wildlife advocates: Bats provide $50 billion worth of natural pest control
As Halloween approaches and thoughts may turn to spooky bat costumes, advocates for endangered species are reminding everyone bats are not creatures to fear. Bat Week is underway, and wildlife advocates in North Carolina are urging residents to learn about these enigmatic creatures and the advantages they provide. Ben Prater, southeast program director for Defenders…
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Animals of Montana has federal license revoked by USDA
BOZEMAN — Animals of Montana (AOM), a Bozeman-based business that provides animals for filmmaking and photo shoots, had its federal license revoked by the USDA on Oct. 6, 2023, following a complaint from PETA alleging the business has garnered numerous violations of state and federal animal welfare regulations. The move comes three years after AOM…
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A Fragile Equilibrium
Explore Brad and Beca often cross the Pungwe River from Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park to visit the village of Vinho, although they never go together. Their rambles to explore the countryside are solitary and often nocturnal. And if they come across something tasty to eat, they just swipe it up without a second thought. These…
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Oklahoma Senate Committee looks to increase turkey population
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Despite having a mountain named after them the turkey population in Oklahoma is in declining. An Oklahoma state Senate committee is looking at solutions to reverse the decline in population and bring the state back to good levels. Turkey is one of the most sought-after animals for hunters, especially when fall…
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DWR reminding drivers to watch for wildlife
SALT LAKE CITY — As the temperature gets cooler and the days get shorter, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is reminding drivers to be on the lookout for animals on the roads. Deer and other wildlife migrate in October and November looking for food and potential mates. They are more active in the early…
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Wildlife crossings and roadkill
We are inviting Iowans to add observations of roadkill or successful animal crossings across Iowa roads. This will help us in demonstrating the need for wildlife corridors and safe sites for animal crossings (underpasses and overpasses) Iowa. What participants do
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York County wildlife rehabilitation center asks for communities help after relocation demand
West Shore Wildlife Center is being asked to relocate by Newberry Township due to the rapid growth of its operation. YORK COUNTY, Pa. — West Shore Wildlife Center is being forced to relocate and is now asking for the community’s help to find a new home. The wildlife center received a letter in late September…
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Augustus the baby brushtail possum was orphaned. His carers say he’s a sign of a big problem
Quick read In short: Wildlife injuries in Victoria have increased by more than 50 per cent compared to September last year. Experts are worried summer will be worse, with a current boom in babies being born. What’s next? Wildlife experts are calling on the community to bring any injured animal to a vet or contact Wildlife Victoria for…
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Wildlife Center tours region with children’s black bear book
The Wildlife Center of Virginia is sponsoring a three-day children’s book tour throughout the Shenandoah Valley and Charlottesville. WMRA’s Randi B. Hagi reports. From Thursday through Saturday this week, staff from the Wildlife Center and author Christy Gove will be visiting several venues in the area. Gove’s new children’s book, “Bailey the Bear Needs Help!,”…
