Nima Sarikhani, a British amateur photographer, has captured the hearts of wildlife enthusiasts worldwide with his ethereal portrait of a polar bear resting on an iceberg. This mesmerizing image has clinched the prestigious People’s Choice Award in the 59th edition of the renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. Selected from a pool of nearly 50,000 … [Read more...] about Dreamy Portrait of Sleepy Polar Bear Wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award
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Casper, dog who fought off coyotes to protect his flock of sheep, wins “Farm Dog of the Year” award — congratulations
Dogs are such intelligent and protective animals, and we love hearing stories of dogs who heroically step up to defend other animals in need. That was the case for Casper, a heroic Great Pyrenees herding dog who fought off a flock of 11 wild coyotes to protect his flock of sheep. Now, this inspiring dog has won a major honor…. Casper’s story In November 2022, a pack … [Read more...] about Casper, dog who fought off coyotes to protect his flock of sheep, wins “Farm Dog of the Year” award — congratulations
Venomous snakebites kill thousands every year. A California doctor may have a solution
In the serene orchards of Marin County, California, John Heenan experienced a brush with terror that would change the trajectory of snakebite treatment. A routine summer morning in 2017 turned harrowing when Heenan, a 74-year-old horticulturist, inadvertently stepped on a rattlesnake. A swift strike, a searing pain, and Heenan found himself grappling with the venomous … [Read more...] about Venomous snakebites kill thousands every year. A California doctor may have a solution
Two idiot tourists suffer instant karma after taunting ornery moose in Montana: ‘One of the best things I’ve seen all year’
Approaching wild animals can be not only obnoxious but also dangerous, a lesson two tourists in Montana learned the hard way. The incident, captured and shared by the popular Tourons of Yellowstone Instagram account, unfolded in Big Sky, Montana, earlier this year and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of respecting wildlife. The video showcased a nerve-wracking … [Read more...] about Two idiot tourists suffer instant karma after taunting ornery moose in Montana: ‘One of the best things I’ve seen all year’
Unrecognizable before-and-after photos show ‘zombie lake’ rising from the grave after years of droughts: ‘It’s been a wild year’
In the midst of California's recent climate rollercoaster, marked by devastating wildfires, severe droughts, and floods, a surprising turn of events offers a glimmer of hope. The Golden State's two major reservoirs, Lake Shasta and Lake Oroville, once resembling desolate "zombie lakes," have undergone a remarkable revival. Data from the Los Angeles Times indicates that both … [Read more...] about Unrecognizable before-and-after photos show ‘zombie lake’ rising from the grave after years of droughts: ‘It’s been a wild year’