All articles tagged with #wildlife safety
Originally Published 2 months ago — by TooFab
A 34-year-old man, Christopher Best, was killed by two polar bears on a remote Canadian island after sharing a photo of a bear on Instagram and dismissing safety concerns, highlighting the dangers of wildlife encounters and the importance of safety measures.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by FOX13 Memphis
Tulane University clarified that the escaped monkeys involved in a truck crash in Mississippi are not infected with any diseases, contrary to initial reports, and are considered aggressive wildlife that should be avoided by the public.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
An animal handler named Ryan Easley was fatally attacked by a tiger during a show at a private tiger preserve in Oklahoma, with the incident highlighting the dangers of working with wild animals. Easley's death is linked to a tiger previously associated with Joe Exotic, and the tragedy has prompted calls for increased safety and ethical considerations in animal performances.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News
A woman was seriously injured in a bear attack while jogging near her home in Kenai, Alaska, prompting a search for the bear by local authorities; the bear has not yet been found, and the investigation is ongoing.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by USA Today
A tiny five-pound Pomeranian named Scout bravely chased a black bear out of a Vancouver home, highlighting the unexpected heroism of small dogs and the importance of wildlife safety measures in bear-populated areas.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by USA Today
A four-year-old was attacked by a mountain lion at Olympic National Park in Washington, but the animal was later located and dispatched by park officials. The child was airlifted to a trauma center and is receiving treatment. The incident highlights the importance of safety precautions in wildlife habitats, especially around mountain lions, which are generally rare but potentially dangerous.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
Two tourists, a British woman and a New Zealand woman, were killed by a charging female elephant with a calf at South Luangwa National Park in Zambia, despite efforts by guides to stop the animal. The incident highlights the dangers of wildlife encounters during safaris, especially with protective elephants, and follows previous attacks on tourists in the country.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
A Tennessee woman shot a vervet monkey that attempted to attack her, leading to the monkey's euthanasia at the Chattanooga Zoo due to severe injuries. The incident raises concerns about the ownership of exotic pets, as the monkey was found with a collar, suggesting it might have been kept as a pet. Animal advocacy groups highlight the dangers of keeping primates as pets, noting their potential for aggression and the challenges in caring for them.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
A 64-year-old U.S. tourist, Juliana Gle Tourneau, was killed by an elephant in Livingstone, Zambia, marking the second fatal elephant attack on an American tourist in the country this year. The incident occurred when the elephant attacked the vehicle she was in, throwing her out and trampling her. Zambian authorities have urged tourists to exercise extreme caution around wildlife.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
An 83-year-old woman was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park, highlighting the dangers of close encounters with these large, unpredictable animals. Experts stress the importance of respecting wildlife and maintaining a safe distance to avoid similar incidents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
An 83-year-old woman was seriously injured after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park. The bison was defending its space and lifted the woman about a foot off the ground. The National Park Service advises visitors to maintain a safe distance from wild animals, as bison can be particularly dangerous when defending their territory. The incident is under investigation, and the woman's current condition is unknown.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
An 83-year-old woman from South Carolina was seriously injured after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park. The incident occurred near the Storm Point Trail, and the woman was airlifted to a medical center. The National Parks Service emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe distance from wildlife, noting that bison have injured more people in the park than any other animal. The incident is under investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 31 Denver
A 4-year-old boy was attacked by a cow elk at a playground in Estes Park, marking the second such incident in days. The boy was treated and released from the hospital. The attacks are linked to elk calving season, during which cow elk can become aggressive to protect their hidden calves. The playground and parts of a nearby trail are closed, and warning signs have been posted.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
An 83-year-old tourist from South Carolina was seriously injured after being gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park. The incident occurred near the Storm Point Trail at Yellowstone Lake, where the bison lifted the woman off the ground with its horns. She was airlifted to a hospital in Idaho, and the incident is under investigation. Park officials emphasize the importance of maintaining a safe distance from wildlife.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
An 83-year-old woman from South Carolina was seriously injured after being gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park. The incident occurred near the Storm Point Trail at Yellowstone Lake, and the woman was airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. The National Park Service emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe distance from wildlife, noting that bison are unpredictable and can defend their space when threatened.