We have reported on the status of critically endangered red wolves, which one were quite common in the United States. The wolves, which are smaller than their gray wolf cousins, became critically endangered. They are said to be the most critically endangered canine species on earth. The situation was so bad that in 1967 theContinue reading “Good News/Bad News For Red Wolves: Zoos Celebrate Birth of Critically Endangered Pups; Federal Agents Looking For Killer of Adult In North Carolina”
Monthly Archives: May 2022
Tasmanian Tigers: Are They Extinct, And Can Extinction Be Reversed?
e They were certainly unusual, if they are actually extinct. Thylacines, known as Tasmanian Tigers were/are/may be again dog sized predatory marsupials that once roamed most of Australia. There presumed extinction is not fully accepted and may even be reversible. Unfortunately, the striped marsupials ran up against human animosity. Once common, sightings became rarer andContinue reading “Tasmanian Tigers: Are They Extinct, And Can Extinction Be Reversed?”
Caltrans, Conservation Partners, Expanding Secure Passages For Wildlife To Avoid Freeway Danger
Conservationists worldwide are realizing that wild animals are increasingly locked into pockets by freeways and highways. Staying in the pockets leads to inbreeding and local extinction. Trying to venture out too often leads to death on roads and highways. In California, Caltrans, the state transit agency, is partnering with the public and conservation groups toContinue reading “Caltrans, Conservation Partners, Expanding Secure Passages For Wildlife To Avoid Freeway Danger”
Young Orange County Cougar Risks All In Journey Across Roads And Freeways To Establish A Home Range
He isn’t as famous as P-22 the male cougar who has roamed the Hollywood Hills for years, but M317 is living an adventurous life in Orange County as he tries to establish a range and find a mate. About 20 months old, the cat has wandered more than 100 miles from mountains to shore inContinue reading “Young Orange County Cougar Risks All In Journey Across Roads And Freeways To Establish A Home Range”
New York Court Of Appeals To Decide If An Asian Elephant Has Human Rights
Happy, an Asian elephant in the Bronx Zoo, is at the center of a legal dispute over the rights of animals in custodial situations. Her case is before the New York State Court of Appeals and a decision is expected within a few months. The zoo is being sued claiming Happy is essentially a prisoner.Continue reading “New York Court Of Appeals To Decide If An Asian Elephant Has Human Rights”
New Study Sheds Light On Dingo DNA; They Are Related To Domestic Dogs, But Were They Ever Domesticated?
Australia is isolated and home to dozens of unusual creatures including koala bears, numerous marsupials, lots of poisonous snakes and the dingo a somewhat mysterious canine. Dingoes are the subject of a recent study that sheds light on the origin of these dogs but doesn’t quite settle the question of whether they were ever domesticated.Continue reading “New Study Sheds Light On Dingo DNA; They Are Related To Domestic Dogs, But Were They Ever Domesticated?”
Endangered Sand Cats Are Among Species Jordanian Conservationists Aim To Protect
They are tiny – less than 8 pounds- but ferocious and they are endangered. Sand cats are one of the most unusual of the 41 species of cat on earth. They inhabit unforgiving desert land and can stand temperature extremes to eke out a living in a nearly waterless climate. Like many of the 34Continue reading “Endangered Sand Cats Are Among Species Jordanian Conservationists Aim To Protect”
Chinese Monk Devotes Himself To Rescuing Strays; Rescues An Estimated 8,000 Since 1994
Since beginning this blog I have been staggered by the size and scope of problems facing wild and domestic animals throughout the world. From the captive animal trade to highway deaths animals face terriffic threats from uncaring humans. The captive animal trade is thought to be in the top three illegal trades in the worldContinue reading “Chinese Monk Devotes Himself To Rescuing Strays; Rescues An Estimated 8,000 Since 1994”
Feeding Wild Animals: Research, Insects, Mice Are Major Players In Finding High Protein Food
it isn’t much of a secret that wild animals kept in zoo, veterinary or sanctuary settings need quite a lot of food. Much of what they need has to be high protein and the need forces animal rescue groups to fundraise constantly. Tigers and lions, for example, are estimated to eat 20 to 25 poundsContinue reading “Feeding Wild Animals: Research, Insects, Mice Are Major Players In Finding High Protein Food”
Ribbon Cutting And Tribute To Young Patron Slain In Road Rage Incident To Mark May 13 Opening of Orange County Zoo Large Mammal Enclosure – Orphan Cougars Have New Home
It will be a mixture of happiness and sadness Friday at the Orange County Zoo. The zoo recently rescued two mountain lion kittens from Thousand Oaks, who will have a new home. But one of the zoos youngest patrons will not be there to see it. Aiden Leos, who was 6, was shot to deathContinue reading “Ribbon Cutting And Tribute To Young Patron Slain In Road Rage Incident To Mark May 13 Opening of Orange County Zoo Large Mammal Enclosure – Orphan Cougars Have New Home”