They are the size of your hand and will eat about anything they can overpower. Cuban tree frogs are now found in Florida. A few have been spotted in New England. Georgia officials ask residents there to kill them. Osteopilus septentrionalis is native to Cuba and some of the surrounding Caribbean landmass. They eat otherContinue reading “Cuban Tree Frogs Are Invading United States, Giant Cannibal Frogs Found From Florida To New England, Georgia Officials Latest To Be Worried”
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Wild Turkey Population Is Declining, Several Factors May Be Contributing To Sharp Drop In Numbers
The wild turkey ( Meleagris gallopavo) holds a special place in American hearts. It is the very emblem of Thanksgiving, a very popular game bird and even the symbol of a popular spirit. Benjamin Franklin allegedly suggested it for the national bird, although that is now doubted. Unfortunately, the wild turkey population is shrinking and noContinue reading “Wild Turkey Population Is Declining, Several Factors May Be Contributing To Sharp Drop In Numbers”
Female Red Wolf Arrives In Tennessee, Curators Hope She Will Help To Increase The Numbers Of Her Highly Endangered Species
A female red wolf has recently arrived at Zoo Knoxville in Tennessee. The 2-year old is expected to help the species recover further from near extinction. According to 10News the two-year-old female red wolf will join two males currently living there. It is hoped she will be able to breed successfully. After several rocky startsContinue reading “Female Red Wolf Arrives In Tennessee, Curators Hope She Will Help To Increase The Numbers Of Her Highly Endangered Species”
Threatened “Tiny Tigers” May Benefit From New Study Detailing Suitable Habitat For The South American Cat
As we have noted, better genetic understanding is changing the way scientists look at many felines. Today’s example is Leopardus tigrinus, which used to be known as the oncilla or the tigrina. Now the threatened “tiny tigers” (as they sometimes are called” are spilt into two species. The northern l.eopardus tigrinus and the southern L.Continue reading “Threatened “Tiny Tigers” May Benefit From New Study Detailing Suitable Habitat For The South American Cat”
Giant Tegu Lizards Appearing In South Carolina; Authorities Very Concerned About Invaders
Black and white tegu lizards are appearing in South Carolina and authorities are seeking to halt the spread. Giant tegu lizards can reach 5 feet in length and are a threat to a number of native birds, reptiles and other species. According to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) the creatures have noContinue reading “Giant Tegu Lizards Appearing In South Carolina; Authorities Very Concerned About Invaders”
California Beaver Family Is Released Into Wild; First Beavers In The State In 75 Years
Beavers (Castor canadensis) are on what might be a “short list” of animals conservationists want to see returned to former haunts. This is because the industrious rodents transform landscapes in many beneficial ways. A California beaver family is leading the way in Golden State recovery efforts. According to Governor Gavin Newsom the release of the seven-memberContinue reading “California Beaver Family Is Released Into Wild; First Beavers In The State In 75 Years”
Five Wolves First To Be Released In Colorado As State Begins Ambitious And Hotly Contested Reintroduction Effort
Colorado has finally taken the plunge and begun reintroducing wolves to the state. The five wolves released recently are expected to carve out territory and bring the animals back to the areas from which they were driven. The first animals have been joined by another five, according to news reports. If their enemies permit. ColoradoContinue reading “Five Wolves First To Be Released In Colorado As State Begins Ambitious And Hotly Contested Reintroduction Effort”
Housecat Rampage: New Study Claims Wandering Pet Felines Kill Billions Of Birds And Small Animals Annually
Tigers and housecats share about 95 percent of their DNA. So the tiny cat curled on your couch remains a fierce predator. Another new study proves the point. It claims that roaming housecats kill billions of creatures a year. Housecat rampage is real and apparently obligate. Housecats, after all are impressive predtors. Tehey have keenContinue reading “Housecat Rampage: New Study Claims Wandering Pet Felines Kill Billions Of Birds And Small Animals Annually”
Ohio Bobcats Return To State After 100 Year Absence, Numbers Appear To Be Rising
Bobcats, wolves and cougars were driven from Ohio in the 19th Century but Ohio bobcats appear to be making a return to parts of the state. According to MSN at least one family of Ohio bobcats is being tracked by biologists as they try to make a return to an old home. According to WDTN DaytonContinue reading “Ohio Bobcats Return To State After 100 Year Absence, Numbers Appear To Be Rising”
Sea Spider Haven Found Off Scottish Coast; Some Sea Spiders There Have 16-Inch Legspans
Spiders are commonplace all over the world. So, apparently, are sea spiders. A recently discovered sea spider haven off Scotland’s coast is bringing attention to the eight-legged relatives of our familiar web-spinners. According to the BBC the spiders have been found in or near the Faroe-Shetland Sponge Belt Nature Conservation Marine Protected Area, which liesContinue reading “Sea Spider Haven Found Off Scottish Coast; Some Sea Spiders There Have 16-Inch Legspans”