Bing Xing the giant panda, the Madrid Zoo's most famous resident, relished watermelon popsicles on Wednesday that keepers offered to keep him and other animals cool as temperatures in Spain soared past 40 degrees Celsius (104°F) amid a searing heatwave. Bing Xing, whose name means "star of ice," excitedly chewed on frozen fruit on a stick in addition to his daily quota of 50 … [Read more...] about Animals in the Madrid Zoo Eat Popsicles to Cool Themselves During The Heat Wave
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Animals Can Sense When They Are Being Treated Unfairly (And They Don’t Like It).
Humans appear to be hardwired with a sense of justice. This is perplexing from an evolutionary standpoint, as you would think we were predisposed to seek advantage for ourselves and our families wherever possible. However, a sense of fairness is required for humans to be able to help one another. Human cooperation is based on reciprocal altruism: we help people because they … [Read more...] about Animals Can Sense When They Are Being Treated Unfairly (And They Don’t Like It).
Artist Gathers Fallen Flora and Creates Beautiful Portraits of Animals and Insects From It
In his breathtaking arrangements, Montreal-based artist Raku Inoue emphasizes natural connections. He fashions leaves, petals, and twigs into the forms of various animals using miscellaneous objects, ranging from multicolored fish to scarlet birds. Inoue practiced sculpting, graphic design, painting, and drawing prior to creating these plant-based arrangements. He tells My … [Read more...] about Artist Gathers Fallen Flora and Creates Beautiful Portraits of Animals and Insects From It
109 Live Animals Are Discovered By X-Ray In Women’s Luggage At The Airport In Bangkok
Following the discovery of 109 live animals in their luggage at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport, two women were detained and charged with smuggling, according to Thai authorities. The wild animals were found in two suitcases after an x-ray check, according to a statement released on Monday by Thailand's Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation. Two … [Read more...] about 109 Live Animals Are Discovered By X-Ray In Women’s Luggage At The Airport In Bangkok
France Will Outlaw Using Animals In Circuses And Live Performances
An important vote that will forbid the use of animals in live circus performances starting in 2023 just occurred in France. In the past, tigers, lions, and bears have performed in circuses, but once the prohibition is in force, such displays will be prohibited. Although the Republic on the Move (LREM) party referred to the ban as "a historic stride in the animal rights war," … [Read more...] about France Will Outlaw Using Animals In Circuses And Live Performances