Although the African lion population is estimated at 25,000 individuals, increasing habitat fragmentation is putting the future of Panthera leo in serious risk .Researchers at Oxford University have completed a recent continent wide survey that shows the cats are at serious risk from the fragmentation of populations They are therefore facing some of the sameContinue reading “The African lion population Is Under More Threat From Fragmented Habitat Than Was Realized, But Solutions Are Possible”
Monthly Archives: August 2024
Florida Python Hunters Compete To Capture The Greatest Number And Biggest Burmese Pythons In Annual Challenge
Burmese pythons (Python bivittatus) are an invasive species wreaking havoc on Florida’s ecosystems already under attack from numerous other invasive species. For several years Florida python hunters have answered the call to retaliate. This year is no exception. According to Popular Science the annual 10-day hunt began earlier in August. The goal for Floria pythonContinue reading “Florida Python Hunters Compete To Capture The Greatest Number And Biggest Burmese Pythons In Annual Challenge”
Colorado Wolves Begin To Eat Livestock; Colorado Authorities Investigating Canine Depradations
Colorado reintroduced gray wolves (Canis lupus) to the state last December. Now as Colorado wolves begin to eat livestock one wonders about the future of the controversial reintroduction. According to SkyHighNews wolves have killed just over one dozen head of livestock since the return of the wolves to the state. Colorado wildlife authorities are awareContinue reading “Colorado Wolves Begin To Eat Livestock; Colorado Authorities Investigating Canine Depradations”