One day, a group of opossums showed up in my yard, looking gaunt and sickly. Concerned for their well-being, I contacted a veterinarian. The diagnosis: mange, a debilitating skin disease that can be fatal. Determined to help, I embarked on a mission to nurse these creatures back to health. The Challenge of Mange: Mange is caused by mites that burrow into the skin, causing … [Read more...] about From Skin and Bones to Fluffy Tails: My Opossum Rescue Mission
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Scientists make alarming discovery after studying polar bear blood samples: ‘Things are changing’
In a recent study published in the scientific journal PLOS One, researchers discovered a significant increase in the exposure of polar bears to viruses, bacteria, and parasites. This alarming trend is directly linked to the rapid melting of Arctic sea ice, which is forcing these iconic animals to spend more time on land. A Growing Threat As polar bears venture onto land, … [Read more...] about Scientists make alarming discovery after studying polar bear blood samples: ‘Things are changing’