All articles tagged with #wildlife
Originally Published 1 day ago — by WBRZ
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries declared an emergency after detecting chronic wasting disease in a deer in Concordia Parish, affecting multiple parishes with restrictions on baiting, feeding, and carcass transport to prevent the spread of this fatal disease.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Dodo
An eastern screech owl unexpectedly flew into a Florida woman's house, took a nap on a curtain rod, and refused to leave, leading to a rescue effort that safely returned the bird to the wild.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Yahoo
A video of a Scottish Wildcat playing tug-of-war with a human showcases its intense focus and adorable appearance, highlighting the wildcat's ferocity and charm despite its wild nature and endangered status.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by ABC News
A solo hiker was fatally attacked by a mountain lion in Colorado, leading to the killing of two lions by wildlife officials; the search for a third lion ended with no further sightings, and the incident was ruled an accident.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The New York Times
Cindy Blaney, a senior ranger and bat expert in Highgate Wood, North London, shares her passion for bats through night walks and surveys, highlighting their often-misunderstood role in the ecosystem and her efforts to study and protect them.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by DW
Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary super tusker elephant known for his massive tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts that have increased elephant populations and highlighted the importance of protection and community involvement.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Yahoo
Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary 'super tusker' elephant in Amboseli National Park, known for his immense tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts; he died of natural causes at age 54, leaving a lasting legacy in wildlife protection and tourism.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Yahoo
A study during COVID-19 lockdowns revealed that human activities like hiking and mountain biking pose a greater threat to Bonelli's eagles in Spain than natural factors, highlighting the need for targeted conservation efforts and behavioral changes to protect keystone species and ecosystems.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by ABC News
A female hiker was killed by a mountain lion on Crosier Mountain trail in Colorado, marking the first fatal attack since 1999. Authorities euthanized two mountain lions in the area, and the incident has led to trail closures and increased caution about wildlife encounters.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by bbc.com
A woman hiking alone in Colorado was killed in what is believed to be a mountain lion attack, the first fatal incident in the state since 1999. Wildlife officials euthanized two mountain lions in the area for investigation, and the search for the attacker continues. The incident highlights the rare but serious danger mountain lions can pose to humans.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Colorado Sun
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in over 25 years in the state. Wildlife officers tracked and killed two mountain lions in the area, and a search for a third was ongoing. The incident highlights the rare but serious danger posed by mountain lions in the region.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in the state in over 25 years. Wildlife officers found and fatally shot two mountain lions in the area, and the incident highlights the dangers of mountain lion encounters in remote, wooded areas. The attack is a rare event, with Colorado's last suspected fatal attack occurring in 1999.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by ABC News
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in over 25 years in the state. Wildlife officers found and fatally shot two mountain lions in the area, and the incident highlights the dangers of mountain lion encounters in remote, wooded areas. Mountain lion attacks are rare, with previous fatalities in Colorado occurring in 1999 and earlier.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by CBS News
A 550-pound black bear has been living under an Altadena home for a month, despite efforts to remove it, leading the homeowner to consider legal action due to concerns about safety and wildlife protection.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by The Guardian
The Japanese town of Osaki is experiencing a record year of bear encounters and attacks, driven by increasing bear populations and food shortages, leading to public safety concerns, media coverage, and government culling efforts, with experts calling for wildlife management as a national policy issue.