Electrocuted CERN weasel newest exhibit for Dead Animals with a Story February 2, 2017 The Natural History Museum Rotterdam has added an asset to its exhibition Dead Animals with a Story: a stone marten that had accidentally found… Continue Reading
Wednesday Zen Moment: Dancing Winnie the Pooh. You’re welcome February 1, 2017 Technically this is a story about a computer animated critter based on a children’s storybook critter, which was based on a real life critter…. Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
A Dog’s Purpose still a box-office draw despite controversy January 30, 2017 A Dog’s Purpose opened amid allegations of animal abuse, but that didn’t seem to keep movie-goers away. The film, which shared the story of… Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
Meatless Monday: Electrocution for wild animals as a form of trapping on rise in India January 30, 2017 Animal activists are warning that increasingly electrocution is being used as a preferred method for trapping wild animals across India’s forests and the government… Continue Reading
Top Dog: Calgary police K9 member drops the ball at NLL Roughnecks game January 29, 2017 It’s not often professional sports goes to the dogs, but a National Lacrosse League game did just that Saturday night. And, Jag, a member… Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
U.S. Army Reserve gets in on #CuteAnimalsTweetOff with critters who defend freedom January 27, 2017 The #CuteAnimalTweetOff has been a balm for many this past week. We’ve always known that cute critters rule, but now we’re also feeling the… Continue Reading
