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‘Huge influx of animals:’ animal intake at St. Francis Wildlife triples after Friday’s tornadoes
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – It isn’t just people trying to recover from last week’s tornadoes. From woodpeckers to foxes to possums, many animals were hurt or lost their homes due to the storm. Some of them ended up at St. Francis Wildlife Association in Gadsden County. WCTV got an inside look at the organization’s day-to-day…
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Toronto wildlife officials note uptick in ‘zombie’ raccoons
It may seem like something out of a horror movie, but what’s been nicknamed the ‘zombie’ virus is indeed a real thing among Toronto’s wildlife. Toronto Animal Services confirms there has been an increase in service requests for sick and injured animals this spring, prompting a reminder to be on the lookout for Canine Distemper, a…
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On National Endangered Species Day, see what wildlife aligns with…
On the third Friday in May — landing on the 17th this year — we celebrate National Endangered Species Day and the importance of protecting threatened wildlife. An endangered species is a plant or animal at serious risk of becoming extinct. Several factors — including human development, climate change, natural disasters, pollution and poor reproduction…
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Best cameras for wildlife photography in 2024
If you’re looking to capture pin-sharp, dynamic images of animals in their natural habitat, our guide to the best camera for wildlife photography is here to help. Photographing wildlife is a demanding pursuit, one that rewards patience and preparedness as much as it does quick reaction and fast focusing. You can read our complete guide…
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Experts advise bird rescue best left to professional, permitted wildlife rehabilitators
Greenfield Recorder – Experts advise bird rescue best left to professional, permitted wildlife rehabilitators <!– –> <!– –> Tom Ricardi of the Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Center in Conway feeds a days-old baby screech owl. STAFF PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ A 3-week-old barred owl sits in a plastic bowl nest at the Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Center…
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Wolf or coyote? Wildlife mystery in Nevada solved with DNA testing
Three wolves roaming the mountains in northeastern Nevada would have been notable for a state without an established wolf population. But one recent sighting of a wolf-like animal trio in that area turned out to be a false alarm, after an investigation and a round of genetic tests revealed that the creatures are almost surely…
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‘Tis the season for wildlife encounters
Whether hiking remote trails or backyard gardening, ‘tis the season for Texans to encounter the offspring of many wildlife species. Spring and early summer brings an increase in sightings of juvenile wildlife across Texas. While many people fear for the safety of these animals, which are often found alone, an expert with Texas A&M AgriLife…
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Tribute to ‘wonderful’ man who dedicated his life to rescuing Surrey’s wildlife
The co-founder of an animal hospital in Surrey has died, aged 80. Graham Cornick and his wife Lyn founded the Hydestile Wildlife Hospital and dedicated much of their lives to rescuing wildlife. In 2021, the couple from Hydestile, were recognised with a special accolade from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) at the House…
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Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary sees increase in injured and orphaned animals
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Thanks to a mild winter, warmer weather arrived a bit earlier than expected. This means an earlier mating season for Wisconsin’s wildlife. Staff at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary in Green Bay said they’re noticing a big jump in injured or orphaned animals. They shared advice about handling these animals. What You Need To…
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Twenty Siberian tigers dead in China zoo
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails A privately owned wildlife park in eastern China is being investigated following reports of abnormal deaths of several animals in recent years, including at least 20 Siberian tigers.…
