Belgium has become the seventh country globally and the fourth in Europe to permanently ban dolphinariums, marking a significant step forward for Animal rights advocates. This decision follows decades of persistent efforts by GAIA, an organization dedicated to ending the captivity of dolphins and other marine animals. Flanders, the final Belgian region to allow dolphinariums,
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A man who was responsible for the death of thousands of protected birds was finally caught earlier this year, bringing his murderous spree to a halt, USA Today reported. Travis John Branson pled guilty to several federal charges, including conspiracy, wildlife trafficking, and trafficking bald and golden eagles. Over several years, federal prosecutors said, Branson
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For over 40 years, the Coastal Barrier Resources Act has been a little-known bipartisan environmental law—quietly protecting critical bird habitat, providing coastal communities with a natural buffer against storms and sea-level rise, and saving taxpayers billions of dollars, all while staying under the radar. Audubon has long been a champion of the CBRA, and now
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(NEW YORK, December 5, 2024) — Audubon Conservation Ranching, the flagship grassland habitat program of the National Audubon Society, is partnering with Kateri, a leader in carbon project development, to provide ranchers with enhanced financial incentives for adopting regenerative land management practices. This collaboration aims to expand biodiversity, improve bird habitats, and enhance soil health through comprehensive
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A black bear cub has successfully returned to the wilderness after a troubling encounter with humans, North Carolina wildlife officials confirmed. The young bear was released last month in a secluded mountainous area in western North Carolina. A video shared by the Wildlife Resources Commission captured the moment the cub dashed from its carrier, hesitated
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In contrast with last year’s horrible weather, the 124th Audubon Christmas Bird Count (2023-2024) was the warmest on record taking place during the hottest December on record in Minnesota. While last year’s count was snowy and white, this year’s was brown. Warm weather left the lakes ice-free well into the count, which kept a high
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Cats are mysterious and enchanting companions, each with their own unique ways of communicating and connecting with us. Among their many intriguing behaviors, the purr stands out as a truly extraordinary ability. This gentle, continuous sound is not only a sign of contentment but also serves a variety of remarkable purposes. Let’s explore why your
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Starling murmuration near the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge in Polk County, Oregon. Image courtesy of Brian Stone. Murmurations are incredible activities of starlings who take to the skies. Unbeknownst to them, they are creating stunning displays of what can only be described as gorgeous sky art. There are natural science and laws of physics
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In this episode of Too Cute, watch as three litters of adorable puppies grow up and explore the world, from Jack Russells taking their first shot at modeling, to Portuguese water dogs taking their first dip in a pool. Stream Full Episodes of Too Cute: https://www.animalplanet.com/tv-shows/too-cute/ Subscribe to Animal Planet: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkEBDbzLyH-LbB2FgMoSMaQ?sub_confirmation=1 Join us on Facebook:
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They came across a shelter kitten who looked constantly “in shock” and couldn’t leave without him. FlabbergastHaley Emilie Rackovan and Haley from Thrifted Kittens Animal Rescue flew to Pasco County Animal Services to volunteer when there was an influx of animals that needed help. During their stay there, they did everything they could to assist
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Less than an hour outside of New Orleans lies an iconic landscape filled with all the things one may think of when picturing Louisiana: bald cypress trees draped in delicate Spanish moss, alligators roaming the waters with snouts and eyes barely visible, and large-winged herons and egrets hunting along the flooded forest floor. Maurepas Swamp, one
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For full episodes of Infested, visit http://www.youtube.com/user/animalplanetfulleps In Arizona, a woman is receives disturbing news that her family’s home is being overrun with venomous scorpions. | For more Infested, visit http://animal.discovery.com/tv-shows/infested/#mkcpgn=ytapl1 Subscribe to Animal Planet! | http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=animalplanettv
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