The stunning landscapes and natural wonders of the countryside often draw people in search of breathtaking photos and memorable experiences. But, as a recent heart-wrenching incident on the Gower peninsula in Wales has shown, the quest for the perfect selfie can come at a devastating cost, particularly for the local wildlife. In April, a disturbing event unfolded that … [Read more...] about Selfie-taking tourists cause newborn wild pony to fall off cliff to its death: ‘The countryside is not a theme park’
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Neglected dog arrived at shelter nearly starved to death — now he’s living his best life
Some animals arrive at shelters in heartbreaking condition, but with a little love their lives can totally turn around. That was the case for one neglected dog, who was found nearly starving to death, but in the weeks since has been making incredible strides. In September, the South Suburban Humane Society, in Illinois, took in a severely emaciated dog named Pumpkin. He … [Read more...] about Neglected dog arrived at shelter nearly starved to death — now he’s living his best life
Lisa Kudrow considering adopting Matthew Perry’s dog after “Friends” co-star’s death
Fans around the world are mourning Matthew Perry, who died this weekend at the age of 54. Perry was best known for playing Chandler Bing on the beloved, long-running sitcom Friends, and had a close friendship with his co-stars. Now, one of his Friends castmates is reportedly interested in adopting Perry’s dog after the actor’s death. The death of Matthew Perry … [Read more...] about Lisa Kudrow considering adopting Matthew Perry’s dog after “Friends” co-star’s death
Suspected Poacher Trampled To Death By Elephants In South African National Park
In a chilling encounter that underscores the perilous world of wildlife poaching, a man met a tragic end as he was trampled to death by elephants while attempting to evade authorities in South Africa's Kruger National Park. The incident transpired when rangers, suspecting the man and his two companions of being poachers, initiated a pursuit, only for the elephants to intervene, … [Read more...] about Suspected Poacher Trampled To Death By Elephants In South African National Park
The Curious Life and Surprising Death of the Last Dodo on Earth
The dodo was a flightless bird that lived on the island of Mauritius. It was hunted to extinction by humans in the late 17th century. The last confirmed dodo sighting was in 1662, but a 2003 estimate by David Roberts and Andrew Solow placed the extinction of the bird around 1690. The dodo was a large bird, about the size of a turkey. It had gray-brown plumage, a large … [Read more...] about The Curious Life and Surprising Death of the Last Dodo on Earth