A 44,000-acre wildlife sanctuary came under threat when floods began shrinking the island where it was located. To make matters worse, it had a small population of Rothschild’s giraffes, the most endangered giraffe species in the world. They had to be rescued. The ever-shrinking Ruko Community Wildlife Conservancy, which was established in 2006, was home to a small … [Read more...] about Endangered Giraffes in Kenya Rafted To Safety Through Crocodile-Infested Waters
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Injured stray dog dragged himself to safety after being hit by car — now he’s looking for a home
A stray dog who fought for survival after being paralyzed in a hit-and-run has been making a miraculous recovery — and is now looking for a home. A dog named Buster was taken in by Florida Urgent Rescue (FUR) earlier this year after he was struck by a car in the Bahamas, leaving him in critical condition. After the hit-and-run the poor dog could do nothing but try to drag … [Read more...] about Injured stray dog dragged himself to safety after being hit by car — now he’s looking for a home
Wildlife Crossings: A Vital Solution for Highway Safety and Biodiversity Conservation
In Banff National Park, the Trans-Canada Highway runs through the Rocky Mountains, making it a vital route for motorists traveling between British Columbia and Alberta. But as traffic volume increased over the years, so did highway-related wildlife mortality. Enter the Banff Wildlife Crossings Project. The Banff Wildlife Crossings Project was initiated in 1978 by Public … [Read more...] about Wildlife Crossings: A Vital Solution for Highway Safety and Biodiversity Conservation
Australia Implements ‘Glow In The Dark’ Road Markings To Improve Safety
Australians are lighting the way to safer roads at night with a groundbreaking solution: glow-in-the-dark road markings. Taking a cue from the luminous hands of tactical watches, these innovative markings aim to enhance visibility and improve road safety, particularly during nocturnal journeys. This revolutionary initiative, spearheaded by Regional Roads Victoria as part … [Read more...] about Australia Implements ‘Glow In The Dark’ Road Markings To Improve Safety
Rescuers Fight a Lightning Storm to Get Abandoned Sisters to Safety
“There were definitely a few tears.” Rescuers Katelyn Mannion, Kim Reid, and Fiona Mc Clintock were unfazed when lightning streaked over the black and blue sky. They knew there were two terrified German shepherd sisters out there who needed rescue. They weren't going to give up until they located them. The squad, which frequently assists in the rescue of abandoned … [Read more...] about Rescuers Fight a Lightning Storm to Get Abandoned Sisters to Safety