In the year 1998, Olivier Rubbers took a bold step that would eventually make him a symbol of a growing underground movement. He engaged in what he fondly termed "beaver bombing" of his local waterways. In simpler terms, Rubbers took it upon himself to reintroduce beavers into the wild, allowing these industrious creatures to work their magic by naturally damming up rivers. … [Read more...] about An underground network of wildlife lovers are illegally ‘beaver bombing’ local rivers: ‘They are the heroes of our time
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Climate Change’s Toll on Wildlife: The Startling Image of a Balding Bird
One scorching afternoon, one of the brothers stumbled upon a peculiar sight in his own backyard - a bird seeking refuge in search of nourishment and relief. However, this was no ordinary bird; it displayed signs of hunger and thirst, and most strikingly, bald patches adorned its once-feathery body and head. This haunting and yet comical image captures the alarming consequences … [Read more...] about Climate Change’s Toll on Wildlife: The Startling Image of a Balding Bird
Magnificent Wildlife Photos From Savannah to Arctic Circle
ILLUSION How many heads do you see? Some people don’t get it, but to many it looks like this impala has two heads. It probably has to do with how the brain interprets patterns. I actually didn’t notice it myself until someone pointed it out. It is of course an impala with an oxpecker sitting on the side of its head removing ticks from its ear. The bird has sharp claws and a … [Read more...] about Magnificent Wildlife Photos From Savannah to Arctic Circle
69% Average Decline in Wildlife Populations Since 1970: Urgent Call to Action from New WWF Report
The latest edition of the World Wildlife Fund's (WWF) Living Planet Report for 2022 reveals a devastating reality: monitored populations of vertebrates, including mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish, have plummeted by an alarming average of 69% since 1970. The report paints an even grimmer picture for Latin America and the Caribbean, where wildlife populations have … [Read more...] about 69% Average Decline in Wildlife Populations Since 1970: Urgent Call to Action from New WWF Report
The Art of Wildlife Photography: Dutch Photographer Captures Adorable Shot of Baby Barn Owl Mid-Run
Dutch photographer Hannie Heere recently captured an adorable photo of a baby barn owl mid-run, and the image quickly went viral online. Heere, a 63-year-old photographer from the city of Dordrecht in The Netherlands, has always enjoyed photography, but she began taking it seriously after her children became adults and left home. She focused primarily on nature and wildlife … [Read more...] about The Art of Wildlife Photography: Dutch Photographer Captures Adorable Shot of Baby Barn Owl Mid-Run