Bears are among the most intelligent mammals on Earth. Scientific studies on American black bears have demonstrated advanced cognitive abilities, including basic counting and problem-solving skills. Despite this, thousands of bears around the world have endured extreme confinement and physical abuse for commercial exploitation. Few cases illustrate this cruelty more clearly … [Read more...] about Bear Caesar: From Bile Farm Torture to Freedom — and the Cost of Survival
Biodiversity Conservation
Multiple states still dealing with 20-pound, orange-toothed invasive rodent: ‘This is a real issue, and we have to act quickly’
Over the past few decades, an unexpected invader has quietly been spreading across the United States: the nutria. These large, orange-toothed rodents are causing ecological havoc, prompting urgent action from wildlife experts and local authorities. What Are Nutria? Native to South America, nutria—also known as coypu, swamp beaver, or coypu rat—were brought to the U.S. in … [Read more...] about Multiple states still dealing with 20-pound, orange-toothed invasive rodent: ‘This is a real issue, and we have to act quickly’
A ‘De-Extinction’ Company Wants to Bring Back the Dodo after 300 Years And Release Into Wild
The dodo could once again roam the earth after a de-extinction company announced ambitious plans to bring the long-gone bird back to life 300 years after it was wiped out. A de-extinction company has announced plans to bring back the dodo more than 300 years after the creature was wiped out. Colossal Biosciences, who previously vowed to resurrect mammoths and Tasmanian … [Read more...] about A ‘De-Extinction’ Company Wants to Bring Back the Dodo after 300 Years And Release Into Wild
Nature’s Delight: Caiman Wears Crown of Butterflies in Once-In-A-Lifetime Photo
In a mesmerizing display of harmonious coexistence, an extraordinary photograph captures a caiman adorned with a crown of vibrant butterflies. Photographer Mark Cowan, on an expedition to study reptile and amphibian diversity in the Amazon, immortalized this enchanting moment that offers both visual splendor and ecological insight. Lounging gracefully by the Los Amigos … [Read more...] about Nature’s Delight: Caiman Wears Crown of Butterflies in Once-In-A-Lifetime Photo