It started as a study of the diet of red foxes living in Scottish pine forests, but researchers discovered something unexpected that may have an impact on many forms of wildlife. According to the BBC, the research discovered that dog poop was as much as the number two source of nutrients in these animals diet.Continue reading “Scottish Foxes Eating Dog Poop; Experts Unsure About Possible Effects Of Humans And Their Pets On Wildlife”
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California Department of Fish and Wildlife Works to Keep State Cougar Populations Healthy
This blog has been reporting frequently on the problems faced by cougars in Los Angeles and Orange counties. In those areas the big cats face problems with human contact and inbreeding. Both counties have cougar populations but the areas are fragmented and that is leading to inbreeding and traffic collisions. Statewide most of the residentContinue reading “California Department of Fish and Wildlife Works to Keep State Cougar Populations Healthy”
New Study Charts Middle Path For Wolves – Neither Heroes Nor Villains, Simply An Important Part Of Nature
Wolves have bitter human enemies and passionate human supporters and both are wrong in their extreme views, a new study argues. Wolves do not destroy game animal populations and deprive hunters and ranchers of livelihood. Nor does their mere presence restore the balance of nature and right environmental wrongs, according to the authors. Instead, wolvesContinue reading “New Study Charts Middle Path For Wolves – Neither Heroes Nor Villains, Simply An Important Part Of Nature”
Local Extinction Reversed? 19 Rhinos Released In Mozambique After 40 Year Absence
If you have been reading this blog you will know that conservationists all over the world have been battling local extinction by re-introducing or even rewilding species missing from a particular area. In California, over and underpasses have been or are being built to prevent local extinction of cougars. The most famous is Liberty Canyon.Continue reading “Local Extinction Reversed? 19 Rhinos Released In Mozambique After 40 Year Absence”
Invasive Species: Giant African Land Snail Spotted, May Add To Florida’s Woes
The Bad news: Giant African land snails have been spotted in Pasco County, Florida. The good news: They have been found in Florida before and have been successfully eradicated. It won’t be easy. The eradication of previous outbreaks took years and required lots of effort but the stakes are high. The snails are huge, theContinue reading “Invasive Species: Giant African Land Snail Spotted, May Add To Florida’s Woes”
109 Live Animals Rescued From Luggage At Thai Airport; Captive Animal Trade At Work
In our last post we talked about Armenian bears rescued from display at gas stations and restaurants. Today comes news of alleged animal smugglers busted in Thailand. Two Indian women were arrested when authorities allegedly found 109 live animals in their luggage. The animals were confiscated. Thai officials did not say what was done withContinue reading “109 Live Animals Rescued From Luggage At Thai Airport; Captive Animal Trade At Work”
Himalayan Wolves Expanding Range, Eating Livestock in Nepal
Himalayan wolves appear to be expanding their range out of Tibet and into Nepal. Livestock kills attributed to the wolves are on the rise. The wolves are not very well known to most people and eke out a living on the slopes of Mt Everest and its environs. Also known as Tibetan wolves, several thousandContinue reading “Himalayan Wolves Expanding Range, Eating Livestock in Nepal”
Conservation Debate: World Wildlife Federation Adopts “People-Centric” Model For Tiger Conservation
Just last week we reported that what appears to be a stunning conservation success may actually have a dark lining. Both India and Nepal have reported surges in their wild tiger population. They are one of a few nations with wild tigers to record significant surges. The two countries have almost doubled the numbers ofContinue reading “Conservation Debate: World Wildlife Federation Adopts “People-Centric” Model For Tiger Conservation”
Challenges Of Wildlife Management: 143 Sheep Die In Panicked Stampede Running From Idaho Wolves
Gray wolves were once common in most of the United States. They were hunted to near extinction and survived in a few scattered places. Slowly they have been returning to a number of western states. The return has not been smooth or without anger and controversy. Wolves are predators and our domestic animals qualify asContinue reading “Challenges Of Wildlife Management: 143 Sheep Die In Panicked Stampede Running From Idaho Wolves”
Wild Monkey Enters Medical Clinic In India To Seek Aid For Herself And Her Baby
The relationship of people and animals runs the gamut from cruelty to kindness. Many animals receive absolutely no compassion from humans. Others seem to get the help and treatment they need. In Bihar, India a doctor at a human medical clinic noticed a wild monkey with a head injury carrying a baby with a kegContinue reading “Wild Monkey Enters Medical Clinic In India To Seek Aid For Herself And Her Baby”