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Juvenile crocodile spotted in a Newcastle creek far from its tropical home
world3 days ago

Juvenile crocodile spotted in a Newcastle creek far from its tropical home

A 12-year-old in Newcastle, Australia, reported a juvenile freshwater crocodile in Ironbark Creek—about 1,200 miles from the species’ tropical range. After initial doubt, authorities confirmed the sighting, and the croc was captured two miles from the original report and taken to the Australian Reptile Park for care while officials decide its permanent home. The animal, Crocodylus johnstoni, is protected by law, and police suspect it may have been released from a pet, though it remains potentially dangerous.

via CBS News|
#ai-skepticism#freshwater-crocodile#newcastle
Gretel the Great White’s Pond Predicament and a Dramatic Ocean Rescue
science13 days ago

Gretel the Great White’s Pond Predicament and a Dramatic Ocean Rescue

In 2004, a four-meter female great white named Gretel wandered into a small saltwater pond off Naushon Island, Massachusetts. After two weeks of failed lures, scientists and local fishers used nets and high-powered water pumps to herd her from the pond, through the bay’s sandbars and boulder fields, into the deep water of Vineyard Sound; the satellite tag later malfunctioned, but the episode helped dispel myths about sharks and underscored their fascination rather than fear.

via BBC Wildlife Magazine|
#great-white-shark#gretel#massachusetts
Rescued Turtle Bob Moss Dies After Boat Strike, Spotlight on Ocean-Traffic Risk
environment13 days ago

Rescued Turtle Bob Moss Dies After Boat Strike, Spotlight on Ocean-Traffic Risk

A juvenile green sea turtle nicknamed Bob Moss was rescued in Vero Beach, Florida, arriving at Coastal Connections covered in red algae. Although initially thought to be cold-stunned, rescuers later found he sustained a fatal boat-strike injury and he died at the center. The case highlights the deadly impact of boat strikes on sea turtles (thousands die yearly) and reflects how more than half of Coastal Connections’ rescues involve strikes, underscoring the need for slower speeds in turtle zones and safer boating practices.

via The Dodo|
#boat-strike#conservation#environment
Heatwave Devastates Thousands of Flying Foxes Across Australia
environment1 month ago

Heatwave Devastates Thousands of Flying Foxes Across Australia

Thousands of grey-headed flying foxes have died across South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales during a severe heatwave—the worst mass mortality since the 2019-20 black summer—with estimates ranging from about 1,000–2,000 in SA, thousands in Victoria, and up to 1,000 in NSW. Volunteers rescued some pups, but many orphans face death from heat stress, starvation or predation, while researchers note that temperatures above 42°C dramatically reduce survival and nectar availability. Public should not handle distressed bats; wildlife groups report stretched capacity and no national rescue strategy, underscoring wildlife vulnerability to extreme heat amid climate change.

via The Guardian|
#australia#conservation#environment
Man Bitten by Rabid Raccoon During Rescue
health3 months ago

Man Bitten by Rabid Raccoon During Rescue

A man in Georgia is receiving rabies treatment after being bitten by an injured raccoon he attempted to rescue, highlighting the dangers of handling wild animals without proper precautions and the importance of professional intervention. The raccoon tested positive for rabies, which is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear, emphasizing the risks involved in wildlife rescue efforts.

via AOL.com|
#georgia#health#public-safety
Mississippi Woman Shoots Escaped Monkey Fearing for Children's Safety
world4 months ago

Mississippi Woman Shoots Escaped Monkey Fearing for Children's Safety

A woman in Mississippi shot and killed an escaped rhesus monkey out of fear for her children's safety after a truck carrying the monkeys overturned, leading to a search for the remaining animals. The monkeys, housed at Tulane University, were part of a research facility and most were killed in the crash, with authorities confirming the surviving monkey was taken into custody.

via PBS|
#animal-escape#escaped-monkeys#mississippi
Woman Grieving Receives Comfort from Familiar Eyebrow Visitor
pets9 months ago

Woman Grieving Receives Comfort from Familiar Eyebrow Visitor

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.

via The Dodo - For Animal People|
#animal-encounters#dogs#pets