Rare albino fur seal pup spotted in Russia

September 15, 2020

A rare seal pup has been spotted in Russia and the biologist who spotted the unusual animal is worried that it might be rejected…

Humpback whale tangled in fishing nets rescued off coast of Australia

September 14, 2020

An incredible rescue operation off the Australian coast has saved the life of juvenile humpback whale that was caught in ropes and fishing nets…

B.C. Mounties save baby raccoon from drowning in storm drain

September 10, 2020

It was around 1 in the morning Tuesday when RCMP officers were sent to check out a report of a “baby crying” just outside…

“World’s loneliest elephant” fit enough to be relocated from Islamabad zoo

September 7, 2020

For 35 years, Kaavan has lived at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad — most recently in appalling conditions and in failing health. But now…

Ugly critters need love too and get the spotlight for once

September 3, 2020

World Animal Protection is highlighting “ugly” animals to create more awareness around species that are just as vulnerable as more visually appealing animals. The…

Meatless Monday: KFC suspends slogan Finger Lickin Good to reflect new coronavirus reality

August 31, 2020

KFC has decided to suspend its finger licking good slogan because touching your own face, even if it’s to lick your own fingers, probably…

Lonely Rockhopper Penguin binge-watching Pingu cartoon and penguin videos

August 28, 2020

It’s tough being the one and only. That’s why the Perth Zoo is using technology to show Pierre, the facility’s only Northern Rockhopper Penguin…

Rescued fox kits and foster mother making their way back to the wild in Manitoba

August 27, 2020

Each fox arrived with a tragic story. Slowly, Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre in Manitoba nursed three kits and an adult female back to health…

Painting eyes on cows’ butts can thwart attacks from predators, scientists discover

August 25, 2020

Painting eyes on the backsides of cattle in Botswana appears to prevent attacks from lions in landscapes where they coexist. It’s a trick of…

Bear cub caught in a tree rescued by conservation officers in British Columbia

August 20, 2020

The call came from someone who thought they heard a bear cub crying. That’s when the Conservation Officer Service of B.C. responded to an…