Octopuses, squids, and their cephalopod kin may soon find themselves receiving the same legal protections in the United States as other animals commonly employed in scientific research, such as monkeys and rodents. A recent call for information by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) signals a potential shift in policy, marking a crucial step towards recognizing the … [Read more...] about Octopuses Could Soon Get Same Legal Protections As Monkeys In US Research
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Fisherman see something odd stuck on an iceberg – soon realize the unimaginable truth
It's amazing how a simple act of kindness can make such a huge difference in the life of an animal. This was certainly the case for a stranded Arctic fox who was rescued by a group of crab-fishermen off the coast of Labrador, Canada. When Mallory Harrigan and her colleagues spotted a mushroom-shaped iceberg about four miles out at sea, they thought they saw a baby seal … [Read more...] about Fisherman see something odd stuck on an iceberg – soon realize the unimaginable truth
Lolita the Orca Could Be Released Soon After Decades in Captivity
If you went to a large aquarium a decade ago, such as SeaWorld or the Miami Seaquarium, you probably remember seeing orcas, also known as killer whales, perform. However, animal advocates, Indigenous activists, and others have pushed to end the harmful practise of confining these massive whales in small pools and forcing them to perform for crowds. In this ongoing crusade, … [Read more...] about Lolita the Orca Could Be Released Soon After Decades in Captivity