All articles tagged with #animal encounters
Originally Published 17 hours ago — by Futurism
A tiny Reeves’s muntjac deer at Wroclaw Zoo in Poland bravely confronts a much larger female rhinoceros in a viral video, showcasing an amusing David vs. Goliath scenario where the small deer appears to come out on top, highlighting the playful and surprising interactions between different species in captivity.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Dodo - For Animal People
After the death of her beloved schnauzer Remington, Jennifer Starr received comforting signs, including a baby bird with eyebrows resembling Remington and a heart-shaped rock with a schnauzer profile, which helped her feel connected to her late pet. The arrival of a new schnauzer, Grady, further brought peace and healing, symbolizing Remington's ongoing presence in her life.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Whiskey Riff
A man in Canada came to the rescue of a struggling bald eagle trapped in the water next to a dock, cheering it on as it attempted to get up before springing into action to haul it onto the dock. The eagle, looking upset and wet, eventually flew off after getting enough water out of its feathers, showcasing a heartwarming wildlife rescue.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Whiskey Riff
In California, a red-tailed hawk was thwarted by a car windshield while attempting to snatch a kitten sitting on the dashboard. The kitten, unphased, eventually sought refuge behind the steering wheel, while the hawk gave up after persistent but futile attempts to penetrate the "invisible forcefield." In related incidents, a bald eagle in British Columbia nearly captured a pet Yorkie, and in another event, a Canadian woman ran out topless to save her pet goose from an eagle while breastfeeding her baby. These stories highlight the surprising and sometimes dangerous interactions between wildlife and domestic animals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A cougar attacked an 8-year-old boy while camping at Olympic National Park in Washington State, but the child's mother scared the animal away, resulting in minor injuries. Following the incident, visitors were evacuated from part of the park, and the Lake Angeles and Heather Park areas have been closed indefinitely. Law enforcement and wildlife officials are searching for the cougar, which will be euthanized and examined if found. This attack is one of several recent violent incidents involving wildlife in national parks, including bison attacks at Theodore Roosevelt and Yellowstone National Parks, as well as a fatal grizzly bear mauling in Yellowstone. Visitors are advised to be cautious and prepared for possible encounters with wildlife.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A coyote entered a California home through a doggie door in the middle of the night, causing the family cat to become terrified. The homeowner's brother locked the dog in the bedroom and scared the coyote away. No one was harmed. Coyotes are a common sight in the area, and experts believe encounters between humans and coyotes will continue to grow as housing expands.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A North Carolina man was surprised by a black bear on his patio while he was texting on his phone. The homeowner and the bear stared at each other in a tense standoff before the bear eventually wandered off. The man said he and the bear were already acquainted, as the bear often rummaged through his trash and stole food from his bird feeder. The encounter left the man shaken, but he noted that the bears in the area are generally peaceful. This incident is just one of many recent viral videos featuring bears behaving like humans.