A former newspaper editor made an extraordinary decision that would leave a lasting environmental legacy — purchasing an entire island to preserve it from development. Brendon Grimshaw first visited Seychelles in the 1960s and quickly became captivated by its natural beauty. Determined to protect part of it, he later bought Moyenne Island, a small, neglected piece of land … [Read more...] about Man buys island to save it from development, turn it into natural paradise: ‘He did something incredible’
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Kenya burns seized ivory in fight against poaching
Kenyan authorities have destroyed large quantities of confiscated ivory in a public effort to combat illegal wildlife trade and send a strong message against elephant poaching. The burn took place under the direction of the Kenya Wildlife Service, with officials stating the move was intended to demonstrate that ivory has no value unless elephants are alive. At the event, … [Read more...] about Kenya burns seized ivory in fight against poaching
Unusual Tracks In The Sand Lead Beachgoer To Huge Animal Napping On Dune
On a quiet beach in Tasmania, the sand told an unusual story before the animal itself was ever seen. Earlier this week, a massive marine animal emerged from the ocean and slowly made its way across the shoreline toward a shaded sand dune. As it moved, it left behind a wide, rectangular trail marked by small, rounded impressions on each side — tracks unlike anything typically … [Read more...] about Unusual Tracks In The Sand Lead Beachgoer To Huge Animal Napping On Dune
Family saves whale trapped in net – then stunned by the animal’s powerful display of gratitude
Michael Fishbach was enjoying what was supposed to be a peaceful family day out on the water when everything suddenly changed. While boating, he noticed what appeared to be a dead whale floating motionless on the surface. In an instant, the relaxing family outing turned into a tense and unforgettable rescue situation. Michael and his family drifted beside the whale for … [Read more...] about Family saves whale trapped in net – then stunned by the animal’s powerful display of gratitude
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’