2 days ago | Ornithology

In 1938, the feature film Tarzan and the Green Goddess contained a call from the Laughing Kookaburra even though Tarzan's adventures occurred in Africa where there are no...
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Birding Nanhui, Shanghai in October

27 days ago | 10,000 Birds

What an exciting title, isn`t it? I was thinking of something along the lines of “Sex and drugs and birds” first - probably a good way to increase readership... But it really...
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3 White Lions Cubs

1 month ago | Metro Richmond Zoo | 3 articles

The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of 3 White lion cubs born to parents, Xonga and Basa, on April 2nd, 2018. After a 110 day gestation period, Xonga, a 3...
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Pygmy Hippo Exhibit Now Open

1 month ago | Metro Richmond Zoo | 4 articles

The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the opening of our new Pygmy hippo exhibit. The Pygmy hippopotamus is a rare species native to swamps and rivers in forested areas...
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White Lion Cubs Now On Exhibit

1 month ago | Metro Richmond Zoo | 3 articles

The Metro Richmond Zoo is excited to announce our 3 White lion cubs are now on exhibit! Xonga gave birth to 3 cubs on April 2nd, 2018 after a 110 day gestation period. There...
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Baby Pygmy Hippo

1 month ago | Metro Richmond Zoo

The Metro Richmond Zoo is excited to announce the birth of a female pygmy hippo. She was born on July 26 th to parents Iris and Corwin. The baby is doing well and growing...
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New Gray Wolf Exhibit

1 month ago | Metro Richmond Zoo | 4 articles

The Metro Richmond Zoo is thrilled to announce the opening of a new Gray wolf exhibit. The Gray wolf is native to North America and can live in a variety of habitats: forest...
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Wolf Awareness Week

1 month ago | Minnesota Zoo

We at the Minnesota Zoo are howling with excitement and pride over Wolf Awareness Week! Join us this year from October 18th-24th as we recognize and celebrate one of the...
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Molly Has Spent 11 Needless Years In A Shelter Waiting For A Home

1 month ago | iHeart Dogs

Living in an animal shelter for any amount of time is too much for a dog. Imagine having to live there for months, or years. Now try to imagine living in a shelter for over a...
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Sweetest German Shepherd Mothers Abandoned Lion Cubs

1 month ago | iHeart Dogs

Most mothers are loving and nurturing for their babies' needs. This is true for most species, whether it's humans, dogs, or cats. Unfortunately, it seems that not everyone is...
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Forest Bathing

I'm writing this post primarily because I am currently dreaming of the subject. Having been penned in our house for the last month , the last time we have been out birding... Read more ...

Dog Who Charged Into Gunfire To Save Soldiers Receives Highest Honor

Not all heroes wear capes. Some are covered in fur with wagging tails. Military K9 Kuno went above and beyond during his duties, risking his own life to save the lives of... Read more ...

Carla Abellana's Rescue Dog Dies Only Hours After She Saves Another Dog

Actress and animal welfare advocate Carla Abellana has dedicated her life to helping animals in need. Whenever she can save a dog's life, she doesn't hesitate. But the most... Read more ...

Greece Passes Revolutionary Animal Cruelty Laws After Horrific Abuse

Greece is taking strides towards protecting the rights of dogs and other animals throughout their nation. How? The Greek parliament recently passed a law that punishes animal... Read more ...

Dog Declared A Stray Turned Out To Be Missing For 7 Years

It could happen to any dog parent. A broken leash, a startling sound, an open door, a distracting scent... no matter how it happens, millions of dogs go missing every single... Read more ...

Home Sweet Habitat

Some animals are amazing architects! Spiders weave webs, birds build nests, and beavers construct lodges and dams while also creating a habitat for many other animals. So let's... Read more ...

Feeling and Weather Journal

Have you ever noticed that your mood may change with the weather? Maybe you feel a little happier on sunny days and a little sad on rainy or cloudy days? Or maybe you notice a... Read more ...

Man Adopts Longest Resident At Animal Shelter After Losing His Mom

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of loss and heartbreak to people around the world. In the spring of 2020, Wilfredo Vega from South Daytona, Florida faced his worst... Read more ...

Scientific Research Tells Us What Dogs Are Thinking

I bet you've looked at your dog's innocent little eyes and wondered, “What's he thinking?” Unlike my Yorkie, Leonard, who stands on my chest, cries in my face, and then leads... Read more ...

We came out to just look, not really sure if

We came out to just look, not really sure if we wanted a brother for our then 8-month-old Labrador Retriever. Then after visiting with four fur babies we sat down in front of... Read more ...