Sometimes animals become orphaned, and rely on the kindness of humans for survival. Thankfully, there are many people who devote their lives to taking care of these animals, and can become like a parent to them. The trust between these animals and their caretakers was exemplified in one viral photo, which showed two orphaned gorillas posing for a “selfie” with one of … [Read more...] about Orphaned gorilla, famous for viral selfie, dies in the arms of her human rescuer
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In a South African Game Reserve, a Pride of Lions Consumes Rhino Poachers Alive
In a shocking turn of events at the Sibuya Game Reserve in South Africa, a pride of lions has reportedly consumed rhino poachers alive in an act that has stunned both wildlife conservationists and the public. The incident, occurring in the Eastern Cape region, is an extraordinary case of nature's justice, where the poachers—previously responsible for multiple illegal rhino … [Read more...] about In a South African Game Reserve, a Pride of Lions Consumes Rhino Poachers Alive
Ivory Poaching in Mozambique Has Caused Female Elephants To Rapidly Evolve Into Tuskless Creatures
It's no secret that human activity has a significant impact on the ecosystem, but the manner in which humans influence the evolution of creatures in our immediate vicinity can be more subtle. Poaching proved to be a significant enough evolutionary pressure for a population of African elephants (both species are now listed as endangered) in Mozambique, according to new research, … [Read more...] about Ivory Poaching in Mozambique Has Caused Female Elephants To Rapidly Evolve Into Tuskless Creatures