Science breakthrough as new tiny ‘pumpkin toad’ discovered hidden in depths of Brazilian tropical jungle
A previously unknown species of miniature “pumpkin” toadlet has been identified by biologists working in the tropical rainforests…
Advocating for the environment is risky in Colombia’s Amazon
PUERTO ASIS, Colombia (AP) — Jani Silva sits inside the wooden house she built on the banks of…
Oblivious Brit tourist films brush with death unaware of danger lurking in beach clip
Andrew McConnell came across the blue-ringed octopus in the Philippines, not knowing it is one of the deadliest…
Conservationists connect with chimps in a Ugandan rainforest as they seek a sense of communion
KIBALE NATIONAL PARK, Uganda — The man tracking chimpanzee movements in a rainforest is required to follow the…
How a Ugandan won the trust of a rainforest chimp leader
KIBALE NATIONAL PARK, Uganda (AP) — The man tracking chimpanzee movements in a rainforest is required to follow…
‘Much loved’ animals at Auckland, Hamilton zoos farewelled
It has been a difficult day for New Zealand zoos as two much-loved animals have been farewelled: Auckland…
Companies offer $279 million for Gulf of Mexico drilling rights in first of 30 planned oil sales
WASHINGTON — Oil companies offered $279 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday in…
The first giant panda cub born in Indonesia squeals and squirms in park video
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The first giant panda cub born in Indonesia is noisy, nursing well and showing other…
First giant panda cub born in Indonesia
The first giant panda cub born in Indonesia is noisy, nursing well and showing other signs of good…
Auckland man fined $9800 for ‘serious neglect’ of animals
An Auckland man has been fined $9800 and had restrictions placed on how many cows and horses he…
5 animals that give birth in large litters​
Nature pulls off some amazing surprises when it comes to reproduction, especially among animals that produce massive broods…
Why You Should Never (Ever) Throw an Apple Core Out the Car Window
Key Points Apple cores don’t decompose properly on the ground and can linger for months. They attract animals…