Wildlife experts have reached an impasse in their investigation into how a gray wolf managed to travel to southern Michigan for the first time in over a century. The wolf, killed in January by a hunter who claimed to have mistaken it for a coyote, has left experts perplexed. While gray wolves are commonly found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with an estimated population … [Read more...] about No charges in killing of gray wolf in southern Michigan. Experts stumped about how it got there.
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The Lowland Nyala: A Spiral-Horned Antelope of Southern Africa
The lowland nyala, scientifically known as Tragelaphus angasii, is a captivating and elusive antelope native to the southern regions of Africa. Renowned for its distinct spiral horns, this medium-sized herbivore holds a vital place in the intricate tapestry of the African savanna. Inhabiting dense lowland woodlands and thickets, the nyala finds its home in southern Malawi, … [Read more...] about The Lowland Nyala: A Spiral-Horned Antelope of Southern Africa
Foot of a Marble Sculpture of Marcus Aurelius Unearthed in Southern Turkey
In a remarkable archaeological discovery, parts of a colossal and exquisitely carved marble sculpture depicting the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius have been unearthed at the ancient city of Sagalassos in southern Turkey. This finding has sent ripples of excitement through the archaeological world, shedding light on the grandeur of ancient Roman art and culture. The fragments … [Read more...] about Foot of a Marble Sculpture of Marcus Aurelius Unearthed in Southern Turkey
Incredibly Spectacular Red Sprite Photographed Over Castle in Southern France
Red sprites, also known as "lightning sprites," are a rare and fascinating phenomenon that occurs high above thunderstorms. These electric discharges are typically associated with powerful lightning strikes, and they are known to reach heights of up to 90 kilometers above the Earth's surface. Recently, a photographer captured an incredible photo of a red sprite above a … [Read more...] about Incredibly Spectacular Red Sprite Photographed Over Castle in Southern France
CUTE! Southern Pudu, The World’s Smallest Species of Deer, is Born in The Zoo
A newborn southern pudu, one of the world's tiniest deer species, has arrived to the Oakland Zoo. The zoo uploaded a video of the baby fawn exploring its surroundings while staying close to its mother. Southern pudus are only approximately 33 inches long and 24 to 29 inches tall, according to the zoo. Male pudus have antlers that are about three inches long. Northern … [Read more...] about CUTE! Southern Pudu, The World’s Smallest Species of Deer, is Born in The Zoo