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African wildlife: Dr Mark’s Animal Show premieres on Showmax
An exciting new children’s programme, “Dr. Mark’s Animal Show”, commenced streaming on Showmax from Friday, March 15, 2024. Dr Mark’s Animal Show poster The 11-part series showcases African wildlife, even as each episode takes a deep dive into a different animal species, from turtles to pangolins, unpacking their remarkable features, the roles they play in…
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Saco River Wildlife Center, already outgrowing space to care for wild animals, enters its busy season
Bethany Brown feeds mealworms to Harvey, a chipmunk at the Saco River Wildlife Center. The nonprofit organization, established in 2015, provides care for ill, injured or orphaned wildlife and promotes compassion and awareness through educational resources and programs. Derek Davis/Staff Photographer LIMINGTON — Wildlife rehabilitator Bethany Brown walks down the narrow aisle between rows of…
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Wildlife: Dr Mark’s Animal Show Premieres on Showmax
Entertainment AN exciting new children’s programme, “Dr. Mark’s Animal Show ”, will be available to stream on Showmax from Friday March 15, 2024. This is contained in a statement signed by Mr Festus Iyorah, Nigeria Representative, Wild Africa Fund and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Lagos. Iyorah said that the unique, 11-part series…
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Why wildlife selfie seekers in Odisha can face arrest, 7 years in Jail
By curbing irresponsible behaviour and promoting respect for wildlife, Odisha aims to safeguard its rich biodiversity and prevent tragic incidents involving tourists and wild animals. Those caught engaging in this ‘illegal activity’ could face arrest and be liable for up to seven years of imprisonment. (Photo Source: X) New Delhi: In a conservational move to…
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People taking selfies with wild animals in Odisha to face arrest
People taking selfies or photographs with wild animals in Odisha without prior permission will face arrest and are liable for punishment of up to seven years of imprisonment, a senior official said. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) (Wildlife) Susanta Nanda asked the field staffers to make “unscrupulous elements, trying to gain fame by violating…
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Chafford wildlife park highlighted as a location where animal cruelty takes place
A NATURE park in Thurrock has been identified by police as a focal point in investigations against animal cruelty. Essex Police’s rural engagement officers are appealing for the public’s help in tackling a disturbing crime trend which sees wild animals targeted for fun. PC Jed Raven, the force’s Wildlife Crime and Heritage officer, explains that…
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Dozens of dead wild animals dumped outside Hampshire shop
Police are investigating a series of gruesome wildlife killings in Hampshire after about 50 hares, a kestrel and a barn owl were dumped outside a village shop. Staff were “distraught” after discovering the animals’ bodies early last Friday morning at the Broughton Community Shop. Blood had been smeared on the shop windows and the two…
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Chafford wildlife park highlighted as a location where animal cruelty is prevelent
A NATURE park in Thurrock has been identified by police as a focal point in investigations against animal cruelty. Essex Police’s rural engagement officers are appealing for the public’s help in tackling a disturbing crime trend which sees wild animals targeted for fun. PC Jed Raven, the force’s Wildlife Crime and Heritage officer, explains that…
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In a first, Odisha government bans selfies with scheduled animals
BHUBANESWAR: In a significant move, probably the first in the country, the wildlife wing of Odisha government on Friday declared taking selfies and pictures with scheduled wild animal species, their carcasses, body parts and trophies a punishable offence under Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The act liable for punishment with imprisonment up to seven years is…
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Why are one-fifth of the world’s migratory species facing extinction?
The flocks of birds that fill the skies during their long migrations and the herds of animals that make their way across vast expanses of land are dwindling in numbers as they navigate through regions that are becoming increasingly uninhabitable for them. About 44 percent of migratory species across the world are in decline while…