Orphaned manatee calf rescued with belly full of plastic bags has died

February 1, 2017

It was tragic day, but also a “teachable moment.” That’s how Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo characterized this week’s death of Emoji, an orphaned manatee…

Speaking out against the Muslim ban because she can: The Bronx Zoo Cobra

January 31, 2017

Even critters are rising up to voice their opposition to President Donald Trump’s decision to close the borders to Muslims seeking a new life…

Ollie, the bobcat, on the lam after escaping from Smithsonian’s National Zoo

January 30, 2017

Ollie, a female bobcat, is on the loose after escaping from the Smithsonian’s National Zoo early this morning. The approximately 25 lb. bobcat was…

Emaciated northern fur seal pup now recovering at Vancouver Aquarium

January 28, 2017

Skinny and far from home, this northern fur seal pup is getting a second chance at life. The Vancouver Aquarium estimates the wee thing…

Trembling, weeping chihuaua in high-kill animal shelter will break your heart

January 27, 2017

Carson Shelter in southern California is full of dogs waiting to be adopted and the urgency is really high right now. The high-kill shelter…

Puppies rescued from avalanche in Italy give rescuers hope of more survivors

January 24, 2017

Lupo and Nuvola are among the survivors of the deadly avalanche at Hotel Rigopiano in Italy. And yesterday, the Abruzzo sheepdogs, which resided at…

Meatless Monday: Reducing calories help rhesus monkeys live long(er) and prosper

January 23, 2017

Reducing calories has benefits to longer life, at least they do in yeast cells, studies show, and now new research has found that when…

Moth with bright yellow head, small genitalia named after Donald Trump

January 20, 2017

Canadian entomologist Vazrick Nazari had an ulterior motive when he studied a newly discovered species of a moth found between the border of California…

Do animals fart? Scientists build database of which species break wind

January 17, 2017

Dear Readers: We’re reposting this from the weekend because the database has grown substantially and it’s vital that you stay updated. If you’ve ever…

Australian man saves drowning Kookaburra using CPR, air pump and now has new BFF

January 17, 2017

This story is for the birds. Specifically one bird, a Kookaburra named George that is now BFFs with his “bloke” from Sydney, Australia. You…