The South Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher, a beautiful and critically endangered bird, has been a mystery to scientists for over a century. First described in 1894, this tiny kingfisher vanished from sight soon after, leaving only a handful of museum specimens and fragmented records. For over 100 years, the South Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher remained shrouded in secrecy. Due to … [Read more...] about The Elusive South Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher: A Rare Glimpse
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Boater Sees An Animal Struggling In The Water And Knows He Has To Help
“When she looked at me, I knew she was grateful ..." Boater Sees An Animal Struggling In The Water And Knows He Has To Help Navigating the waters of Panama's Bayano River, Matusalen Garcia is no stranger to the challenges and surprises that come with the territory. As a seasoned boat operator ferrying goods and cargo, Garcia possesses an intimate knowledge of the river's … [Read more...] about Boater Sees An Animal Struggling In The Water And Knows He Has To Help
Milk In US Is Testing Positive For H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Fragments
Amidst the alarming spread of bird flu among dairy farms across the United States, a new twist has emerged: traces of the virus have been detected in samples of pasteurized milk. However, reassuringly, health officials from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) affirm that these viral particles are inactive and do not present a risk to consumers. Since late March, cases … [Read more...] about Milk In US Is Testing Positive For H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Fragments
NOAA Is Offering $20,000 For Info On Who Shot This Dolphin
Bullets were found in the dolphin's brain, spinal cord, and heart. Tragedy struck on the serene shores of West Mae’s Beach in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, as a juvenile bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) fell victim to a senseless act of violence. The discovery of this beloved marine mammal, found lifeless on March 13, has shaken the local community and ignited a fervent … [Read more...] about NOAA Is Offering $20,000 For Info On Who Shot This Dolphin
Chiropractor adjusts giraffe’s neck, gets thanked in the most adorable way
Giraffes are some of the most unique and interesting animals on Earth. They’re the tallest land animal, and they also have the longest necks. Their necks alone are usually about 6 feet, taller than the average human man. In other words, it’s a lot of work for their chiropractors! That may sound like a joke, but it turns out giraffe chiropractor is a real job, as seen in … [Read more...] about Chiropractor adjusts giraffe’s neck, gets thanked in the most adorable way