An Australian zoologist has called for the gradual elimination of pet cats in Australia, arguing that domestic and feral cats are causing devastating losses to the country's unique native wildlife. The proposal has sparked widespread debate among conservationists, scientists and millions of Australian pet owners. Dr. Antone Martinho-Truswell of the University of Sydney … [Read more...] about Call for a complete ban on cats in Australia by making it illegal to even own one
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A pack of wild hogs destroyed a retiree’s new lawn. Now, his HOA is trying to make him pay for the damage
A Florida retiree says his dream home turned into a nightmare after a pack of wild hogs tore apart his brand-new backyard — leaving him facing what could become a costly repair bill. Glen and Stephanie Wulff had recently moved into their new home in Babcock Ranch after spending years searching for the perfect retirement community in Southwest Florida. But only months … [Read more...] about A pack of wild hogs destroyed a retiree’s new lawn. Now, his HOA is trying to make him pay for the damage
Colombia to kill dozens of “cocaine hippos” linked to Pablo Escobar
Authorities in Colombia have approved a controversial plan to reduce the growing population of wild hippos descended from animals once owned by drug lord Pablo Escobar. The animals, often referred to as “cocaine hippos”, now roam freely across parts of the country, raising concerns among officials and environmental experts. A growing ecological problem The hippos are … [Read more...] about Colombia to kill dozens of “cocaine hippos” linked to Pablo Escobar
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’
How Adorable Sea Otters Are Saving California’s Ecosystem by Battling Invasive Species
SAN FRANCISCO – A California ecosystem has gotten a big boost from an adorable, fluffy and hungry friend. At Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a newly-reinvigorated population of native southern sea otters has eaten so many invasive European green crabs that researchers say the otters have locally solved a problem that has plagued the West Coast for … [Read more...] about How Adorable Sea Otters Are Saving California’s Ecosystem by Battling Invasive Species