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Wildlife Conservation

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environment1 month ago•16 min saved

Women-led army revives India's bone-swallower stork

In Assam, the endangered greater adjutant stork (hargila)—nicknamed the bone-swallower—has been saved from a bad omen reputation by biologist Purnima Devi Barman and a growing all-women conservation group called the Hargila Army. Beginning in 2007 after a kadamba tree was felled, tens of thousands of women across 47 villages organized to protect nesting sites, promote the birds at cultural events, and create livelihoods through sewing and selling hargila-themed goods. The stork population in Assam has risen to about 1,800 from roughly 450 in 2007, though habitat loss and private land ownership remain threats. Barman was named Time magazine's 2025 Woman of the Year for this grassroots conservation effort.

via BBC|

#assam #environment #hargila-army

entertainment1 month ago•1 min saved

Paul Hollywood's Kent Home Compared to Serengeti

Paul Hollywood, the judge of The Great British Bake Off, praises a wild cat rescue group near his Kent home, comparing the sounds of lions from the sanctuary to the Serengeti, and discusses his involvement in wildlife conservation and upcoming Bake Off challenges.

via BBC|

#bake-off #big-cat-sanctuary #entertainment

environment2 months ago•2 min saved

Florida's Bear Hunt Falls Short: Low Harvests and Controversy

Wildlife officials in Florida announced the successful completion of a controversial three-week black bear hunt, killing 52 bears, despite significant opposition from wildlife groups and public opinion that opposes hunting and the use of certain hunting methods. The state claims the hunt is based on scientific data to manage the bear population, which has rebounded to over 4,000, but critics argue it is driven by bloodlust and flawed science, raising concerns about animal welfare and conservation ethics.

via The Guardian|

#black-bears #controversy #environment

environment2 months ago•2 min saved

25 Years of Rescuing Hedgehogs in My Garden

Joan Lockley has been rescuing and caring for hedgehogs in her Staffordshire garden for 25 years, helping over 600 animals annually, and was awarded a British Empire Medal for her conservation efforts, emphasizing the importance of year-round care and support for hedgehogs.

via BBC|

#british-empire-medal #environment #hedgehogs

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Seven Elephants Killed in Train Collision in India

Seven Asiatic elephants were killed and a calf injured after a passenger train collided with a herd crossing tracks in Assam, India. The train, traveling from Mizoram to New Delhi, derailed five coaches but no human injuries occurred. The incident highlights ongoing risks to wildlife from railway traffic in India, where efforts like reduced speed zones and surveillance systems are being implemented to prevent such accidents.

via CBS News|

#assam #elephants #india

world2 months ago•1 min saved

High-speed train in India strikes and kills seven elephants in Assam

Seven wild Asiatic elephants were killed after being hit by a high-speed train in Assam, India, where they were attempting to cross railway tracks. The incident caused derailment of five train coaches but no injuries to passengers. Assam, home to a large elephant population, faces frequent human-elephant conflicts due to habitat fragmentation, with 81 elephants killed in train collisions between 2019 and 2024.

via dw.com|

#assam #elephants #india

environment2 months ago•4 min saved

Missouri Implements New Strategies for Deer Hunting and CWD Management

MDC Director Jason Sumners discusses the impact of chronic wasting disease (CWD) on Missouri's deer populations, highlighting ongoing management efforts, the importance of collaboration with hunters and landowners, and the need for sustainable strategies to protect the future of deer and hunting in the state.

via Missouri Department of Conservation (.gov)|

#cwd #deer-management #disease-control

environment2 months ago•6 min saved

Global Efforts to Curb Illegal Wildlife Trade and Protect Endangered Species

The article discusses the rise of the illegal exotic pet trade, driven by online marketplaces and social media, which threatens wild populations of reptiles, birds, and amphibians. It highlights efforts at the CITES conference to implement stricter regulations and bans on certain species, such as Galápagos iguanas and African tortoises, amid concerns over illegal trafficking, permit abuse, and the impact on biodiversity. The article also notes opposition from pet trade advocates and emphasizes the need for stronger international cooperation to combat wildlife exploitation.

via AP News|

#cites #environment #exotic-pet-trade

science3 months ago•3 min saved

Yelling at Seagulls: The Surprising Way to Keep Your Food Safe

Research shows that shouting at seagulls is more effective than speaking softly or using bird songs to scare them away from food, suggesting that loud vocal deterrence can be a peaceful way to protect your picnic without harming the birds.

via Gizmodo|

#animal-behavior #bird-research #public-safety

environment4 months ago•7 min saved

Rare Hyena's Ghostly Portrait Wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year

A wildlife photographer spent 10 years capturing an elusive brown hyena in Namibia's abandoned Kolmanskop ghost town, resulting in an award-winning photo that highlights the species' rarity and ecological importance, while also emphasizing the need for conservation efforts.

via BBC|

#brown-hyena #environment #ghost-town

environment5 months ago•4 min saved

Chunk Crowned Fat Bear Week Champion in Record-Breaking Year

32 Chunk, a dominant brown bear with a broken jaw, won Katmai National Park's Fat Bear Week, marking the biggest contest yet with over 1.5 million votes, highlighting the bears' survival strategies and ecosystem importance.

via The Guardian|

#alaska #bear-competition #environment

environment5 months ago•2 min saved

Chunk, the 1,200-Pound Bear, Wins Alaska’s Fat Bear Week 2025

Chunk, a brown bear with a broken jaw, won the 2025 Fat Bear Week contest in Alaska's Katmai National Park, after a record salmon run that provided abundant food for the bears. The online competition, which attracts over 1.5 million votes, highlights the bears' impressive fattening process as they prepare for hibernation, with Chunk emerging as the winner despite previous near misses.

via AP News|

#alaska #brown-bears #environment

world5 months ago•2 min saved

Tiger Attack at Oklahoma Wildlife Preserve Results in Fatality

A tiger handler linked to 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic was killed in an attack by a big cat at the Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Oklahoma, highlighting the dangers of working with wild animals and sparking calls from animal rights groups to end the use of wild animals in performances.

via CNN|

#animal-attack #joe-exotic #oklahoma

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Tiger Attack Claims Life at Oklahoma Animal Preserve

A tiger handler, Ryan Easley, was fatally mauled at Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Oklahoma, highlighting the dangers of human-wildlife interactions and raising calls from PETA to retire wild animals to sanctuaries. Easley was remembered as a passionate advocate for wildlife, especially big cats.

via NBC News|

#mauling #oklahoma #peta

environment5 months ago•1 min saved

Boaters Discover Baby Nurturing on Engine

A baby seal mistook a boat propeller for its mother and was rescued by Marine Mammals of Maine, who cared for it until it was healthy enough to be released back into the wild, highlighting the importance of respecting wildlife.

via The Dodo|

#animal-rescue #environment #maine