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Carpet python grabs kookaburra from Queensland roof; bird survives
A kookaburra escaped death after snake catchers in Queensland rescued it from the grip of a carpet python hanging from the roof of a house. The bird appeared lifeless at first but recovered within minutes, began squawking and flew into nearby bushland. Rescuers said it had only been "semi-constricted", making it a very lucky escape.
Winner of Florida python hunting contest nabs 96 snakes: ‘I was on a mission’
Burmese pythons are an invasive species in the Everglades, and the challenge is part of initiative to remove themThe winner of this year’s annual Florida Python Challenge hunted down and eliminated 96 invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades national park, as part of an initiative to remove hundreds of the snakes from the area every year.The challenge invites hunters to participate in 10 days of capturing and humanely euthanizing as many of the invasive snakes as possible across eight design...
Two US men charged for allegedly using snakes, a lemur and a monkey for exotic photoshoots
Men allegedly used exotic animals for photoshoots featuring a ring of fire in a parking garage in Maryland Two Baltimore, Maryland, men are facing charges for allegedly using exotic animals – including snakes, a lemur and a spider monkey – in photoshoots featuring three semi-clothed models and a ring of fire in a garage beneath a luxury shopping complex.Photographer Vernon Crowfey III, the 32-year-old owner of the company Photogeniks, was arrested in Towson, Maryland, on 16 July after an underco...
Judas goats helped eliminate 140,000 invasive goats from Galapagos
In a remarkable ecological initiative, over 140,000 invasive goats have been eradicated from three areas of the Galapagos Islands. This operation, costing $10.5 million, aims to rejuvenate the habitat for native wildlife. Using judas goats fitted with transmitters, conservationists pinpointed the remaining invaders. Following their removal, the area's native plants are thriving once again, supported by continuous monitoring and protective measures.
Cat survives Utah apartment fire by sheltering in closet for three days
Toast the cat escaped his namesake fate when blaze ripped through building and displaced more than 40 familiesA pet cat quite fittingly named Toast survived a devastating fire that recently gutted an apartment complex in Utah by hiding in a closet – and then safely endured a days-long wait before being rescued, according to officials.Beside prompting comments across the news and social media landscapes about cats having nine lives, Toast’s death-defying story provided a slight measure of glad ti...
Kazakhstan releases first wild tiger in 70 years after extinction
Kazakhstan has released adult Amur tigers into the wild after a 70-year absence. This reintroduction follows extensive habitat preparation and prey population restoration efforts. Scientists confirmed the genetic similarity between extinct Turanian and current Amur tiger populations. The country has implemented a comprehensive conflict-prevention system for human-tiger coexistence. This significant conservation initiative aims to re-establish tigers in their historic Central Asian range.
Capybaras crash Brazilian lawmakers' voting session and steal the show
Brazilian lawmakers preparing to conduct official business found themselves sharing the halls of a state legislature with several uninvited — but unusually relaxed — guests.A group of capybaras entered the Mato Grosso Legislative Assembly in Cuiabá on July 30, briefly drawing attention away from an upcoming vote as they explored the government building.Video recorded by legislative staffer Nayara Bueno showed the animals moving calmly through the entrance while workers sought to steer them outsi...
Calls to ban ‘toxic’ pet flea treatments that harm UK wildlife and environment
Over-the-counter treatments for cats and dogs contain chemicals that are banned in pesticides and pollute waterwaysOver-the-counter flea treatment for cats and dogs should be banned as millions of hazardous chemicals are unnecessarily applied to UK pets each year, a parliamentary report has concluded.Cats and dogs are widely treated with topical, or “spot on”, treatments that include insecticides to prevent fleas. Vets often recommend regular treatments as a preventive measure, even when the ani...
Russian drone chases Ukrainian vegetable seller in 'safari' attack - Watch
Ukraine on Tuesday accused Russia of committing a war crime after footage emerged showing a Russian drone pursuing and striking a vegetable seller in the southern city of Kherson, leaving the civilian wounded.
Penguins and dolphins among nearly 400 Australian species under threat from bird flu as ‘true extent of disaster’ revealed
Assessment of more than 2,000 native species warns nearly one in five at high risk of deadly H5N1, including parrots, fur seals and quollsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereAlmost 400 native Australian bird and mammal species have been assessed as being at a high risk – or worse – from the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus, a federal government assessment has revealed.Some of Australia’s most belov...
Rogue parrot attacks players during Brazilian U-15 soccer game, then comes back and does it again
With the World Cup behind us, the sport of soccer is going to need to find some new, innovative ways to put the game in front of people's eyeballs.Well, a U-15 game down in Brazil — which, from what I hear, is a nation quite big on soccer — may have found the solution.Two words: parrot attacks.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW!According to The Sun, two clubs — Flamengo and Ceará — were in the midst of a Brazil Under-15 Cup match in Rio de Janeiro. That's...
Campaign warns of perils UK waters can pose for dogs and owners
Dogs Trust points to hundreds of incidents over recent years, some involving deaths of pets or peopleWith its gentle rippling water, tall purple flowers and rustling trees, Earlswood Lakes near Solihull in the West Midlands seems the perfect spot for dogs to paddle. But their owners have been warned that the otherwise idyllic open water could prove perilous to pets.“We’ve had all this hot weather and millions of families are now spending time around open bodies of water, and it’s easy to not rea...
Great white sharks may already be lurking off UK beaches
With rising ocean temperatures, great white sharks are migrating further north than ever documented. Researchers suggest that these formidable predators might already be silently exploring British waters. This phenomenon signifies a broader ecological crisis, forcing various marine species to adapt their hunting and migration patterns in response to shifting sea temperatures, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts.
Why vultures can eat rotten meat without getting sick
Wondering how vultures can eat a carcass and not get sick? Well vultures may have one of the toughest diets in the animal kingdom but their bodies are built to cope.
One crab can swallow over 1,000 seeds in a night, study finds
When we think about how forests grow and regrow, we often think about colorful birds carrying berries or monkeys dropping fruit seeds. For a long time, these animals have been known as nature's seed dispersers, carrying seeds far from the parent plant and helping forests grow.
OpenAI's Greg Brockman gives millions to save eagles Jackie and Shadow's home
Greg Brockman and his wife Anna donated five point five million dollars to save shoreline forest. This significant contribution helped secure ten million dollars for land conservation efforts. The land, which is home to rare species, will now be protected from development. Over twenty-five thousand small donors also contributed to the successful fundraising campaign. Meanwhile, the eagle matriarch Jackie faces an uncertain health prognosis.
Viral video shows dolphin carrying dead newborn in apparent mourning
Fraggle, a grieving mother dolphin, carried her deceased calf for six days, a poignant testament to her profound maternal love. Captured by drone footage in the Indian Ocean, this heart-wrenching scene revealed the support of her pod, which gathered around her in solidarity during her mourning. This behavior, seen in over twenty cetacean species, underscores their intricate social connections and possible awareness of mortality.
Three lions die of suspected heatstroke at Tokyo zoo as Japan swelters
Most of the zoo’s 16 lions have struggled to cope with high humidity this summerThree lions from a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke and others are undergoing treatment, a spokesperson said on Tuesday, as the big cats struggle in Japan’s high levels of humidity.Japan sweltered through its hottest summer on record last year and parts of the country have hit 40C in recent weeks, qualifying for the new “cruelly hot day” designation. Continue reading...
Nine Lives, the feral cat that terrorised New Zealand’s rare ducks, is caught after three years
Large tabby cat that wiped out dozens of rare pāteke, or brown teal, has been killed after eluding trappers with its ‘very erratic’ behaviourA notorious feral cat given the name “Nine Lives” because it eluded trappers for three years has been caught and killed in New Zealand, ending its devastating rampage against one of the country’s rare duck populations.The cat, a large grey tabby, is estimated to have killed dozens of New Zealand’s rarest mainland duck – or 1% of its population – plus a host...
‘Scott and Damien are afraid’: senior Liberal quizzed about former staffer’s message at Icac
NSW shadow attorney general, Damien Tudehope, tells inquiry Jean-Claude Perrottet had a talent for recruitingA senior New South Wales Liberal says the younger brother of former Liberal premier Dominic Perrottet had a “talent” for recruiting and renewing new members to the party, a corruption inquiry has heard.On Tuesday, NSW shadow attorney general and Liberal leader in the upper house, Damien Tudehope gave evidence as part of the Independent Commission Against Corruption’s (Icac) Operation Rosn...
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