In a monumental achievement for wildlife conservation, the California condor has experienced a banner year at the LA Zoo. After an absence of a century from California's redwood forests, the majestic bird, with its impressive 10-foot wingspan and distinctive white wing patches, has made a triumphant return to the region thanks to dedicated breeding and releasing efforts. This … [Read more...] about A Record-Breaking 17 California Condor Chicks Hatched at the L.A. Zoo This Year
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Bar-tailed Godwit Makes Record-Breaking Non-Stop Flight
The Bar-tailed Godwit (Limosa lapponica), a wading bird standing at just 41cm (16in) tall, has once again captured our attention with its incredible migratory feats. These birds nest in the vast tundra of the Arctic, but for their winters, they embark on journeys that take them to temperate areas and even some tropical regions, as far as Australia and New Zealand. Just a … [Read more...] about Bar-tailed Godwit Makes Record-Breaking Non-Stop Flight
Koalas Rescued During Australia’s Record-Breaking Bushfire Season Are Being Released Back Into the Wild
Against all odds, koalas ravaged by Australia's unprecedented wildfire season are finally returning to their natural habitats. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the staff at the Koala Hospital Port Macquarie, 49 bushfire-affected koalas have been treated and rehabilitated, and are now being released back into the wild. This heartwarming event has brought immense joy to the … [Read more...] about Koalas Rescued During Australia’s Record-Breaking Bushfire Season Are Being Released Back Into the Wild
Photos/Timelapse of Record-Breaking ‘Sail Amsterdam’ Will Make You Want to Attend This Year’s Event
The greatest nautical spectacle in the world is SAIL Amsterdam, held every 5 years in the capital of The Netherlands. Since its first edition in 1975, SAIL Amsterdam has grown to become the largest public event in the Netherlands and the largest free nautical event in the world. Every five years, in excess of 600 ships navigate along the North Sea Canal before mooring in and … [Read more...] about Photos/Timelapse of Record-Breaking ‘Sail Amsterdam’ Will Make You Want to Attend This Year’s Event
Greenland Shark That Could Be 500 Years Old Discovered by Scientists
A groundbreaking scientific discovery has revealed a staggering secret: the Greenland shark, a creature of the deep, may be the longest-living vertebrate on Earth. Recent research suggests that these enigmatic creatures could be up to 500 years old! A Lifespan Beyond Imagination Using radiocarbon dating techniques, scientists have estimated the ages of Greenland sharks, … [Read more...] about Greenland Shark That Could Be 500 Years Old Discovered by Scientists