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Delaware Wildlife Officials Urge Public to Leave Young Animals Alone
DOVER, DE — As spring blooms in Delaware, wildlife watchers are likely to encounter young animals, particularly deer fawns, that may seem abandoned. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) urges the public to resist the urge to “rescue” these animals. Despite their vulnerable appearance, most young animals are not abandoned. Their parents…
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Wildlife SOS Urges All and Sundry To Protect Vanishing Species
Home News World Endangered Species Day: Wildlife SOS Urges All and Sundry To Protect Vanishing Species India is fortunate to be home to some of the world’s rarest endangered species, including Asian elephants, tigers, crocodiles, sloth bears, pangolins, star tortoises, hoolock gibbons, one-horned rhinoceros, and many more. World Endangered Species Day: As the world commemorates…
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Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center sees increase in animals following severe weather
The Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center of Texas is already dealing with the aftermath of Thursday’s severe storm, having taken in nearly 100 wild animals, primarily baby birds. As the community begins cleaning up after the storm, the Center is anticipating a continued influx of injured and orphaned wildlife over the next few days. Recommended Videos…
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Controversial video: Pakistani YouTuber Nouman Hassan pets Cheetah, raises concerns over wildlife interaction
Share This News Nouman Hassan’s encounter with the cheetah definitely sparked controversy. It’s concerning to see someone engaging with a wild animal in such an informal setting, especially when it could lead to harm for both the human and the animal. Encounters like these can perpetuate the misconception that wild animals are tame and safe…
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Houston SPCA expects surge of wild animals in need to continue over next days amid storm recovery
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Hundreds of wild animals were taken into the Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center as the city undergoes storm recovery efforts. On Friday, the Wildlife Center said most of the animals being cared for are baby birds and officials expect the influx to continue over the next few days as Houstonians work to…
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African Safari Wildlife Park welcoming new animals to walk-through exhibit
**Related Video Above: Critically endangered animals born at African Safari Wildlife Park last summer.** PORT CLINTON, Ohio (WJW) – The African Safari Wildlife Park is introducing some new animals for guests to see up-close this summer. Capybaras, known as the world’s largest rodents, are joining the park’s Walk-Thru Safari. According to park officials, their 1,500…
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State Bill Aims to Promote Wildlife Corridors Across California
Unless wild animals learn how to drive, they should be kept off of the highway. New wildlife bridges would aid these creatures in their safe passage through humanity’s obstacles, which is the goal of one bill currently making its way through the California Assembly. The Coastal Ranches Conservancy (CRC), a Gaviota-based nonprofit, is co-sponsoring Assembly…
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KWS cautions Kenyans over wild animals displaced by floods
The Kenya Wildlife Society has warned Kenyans over wildlife displacement due to floods. In a statement on Friday, KWS called on Kenyans living near wildlife-prone areas to avoid outdoor activities after dusk. KWS asked Kenyans to report unusual wildlife sightings in their communities. “The recent heavy rains have caused significant wildlife displacement, leading to the…
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National Parks Service Hilarious PSA In Response To Tourist-Animal Encounters
Whoever is doing the social media for the National Parks Service has a wry sense of humor judging by this hilarious guide to wildlife interactions. The message is clear, visitors are responsible for their own safety and for the safety of the animals. In the simplest of terms, leave animals alone—no touching, no feeding, no…
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Community Conversations: Think Wild hosting Wildlife Baby Shower to support their youngest animals
In Friday’s Community Conversations, Lynsey Harris speaks with Sally Compton, the executive director of Think Wild, a wildlife hospital and conservation center for Central Oregon, about Sunday’s Wildlife Baby Shower. BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION KTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. Please keep your comments respectful and…
