Polar Bear’s Longest Swim
A polar bear swims 426 miles non-stop for nine consecutive days in search of food – a record beyond anything ever seen or imagined. Why won’t the federal government list polar bears as endangered?
Jaguars in Brazil – Must-see TV
You can go in search of jaguars for months without seeing one. But leading big cat expert Alan Rabinowitz gets lucky when he takes a team from 60 Minutes to Brazil to show us all the beauty of these elusive and highly endangered cats
Animal Talk Just for Fun
From the comedy folks at the BBC – could be right out of Monty Python. Lots more available. Don’t spend the whole afternoon on them!
Shakespeare and the Aflockalypse
We now know what really happened in at least one of the recent mystery bird deaths. They were killed by our government. The whole story begins with something Shakespeare wrote in Henry IV and that his fans in New York City did more than a century ago
How One Frog Made It to Safety in Aussie Floods
Hitches a ride on a green snake Photo by Armin Gerlach Computer technician Armin Gerlach was visiting friends in the flood-hit Australian town of Dalby, Queensland,…
Wildlife as Pets – What’s the Law?
Does an exotic or wildlife species make a good choice as a pet? And should our wildlife even be allowed as pets? Different states have different laws, and your state’s leaders might like to hear your views
Another Zoo, Another Fatal Accident
Why did the zoo director feel a need to assure us all that the elephant would not be punished for what had happened? Because so often that’s exactly what does happen. Is it time to realize that these large, intelligent, sensitive animals don’t belong in captivity?
Ferrets to Foxes: Exotic Animals as Pets
Veterinarian Liz Stelow says that keeping an exotic pet is a lot more difficult than having cats and dogs. It is difficult to provide the right food, housing and care. There is often little or no information about husbandry, and if the relationship doesn’t work out, you have fewer options
Five Top Tips for Holiday Gifts that Benefit Animals
Skip the items that say “10 percent of profits go to help …” and go for the gifts where 100 percent is going to help the animals. Here are some that will make you and your giftee feel good – and the animals even better
When Cats Meet Coyotes: A Cautionary Tail!
If you live in the suburbs, you’ve probably heard of someone’s cat being carried off by a coyote. As suburbs have sprawled, coyotes who used to catch wild rabbits have had to start hunting on our streets, where wild rabbits are scarce but house cats are plentiful
Wildlife Crossing: Top Designs Announced
Millions of animals are killed on our roads every year. Wildlife migrating through Colorado has to contend with the I-70. Now five teams of designers have proposed plans for a wildlife crossing. Check out their designs; one of them will be the winner
Sealed with a Birthday Gift
Seven-year-old Risa dedicates her birthday to Garland, an injured seal. When it’s time for Garland to be returned to the ocean, Risa is there to open the door. Garland heads off down the beach, then turns to bid Risa a fond farewell. Watch the video
Why Deer Act Like Deer in Headlights
Why do deer just freeze when you’re driving along and you catch them in your headlights? It’s because they’re actually blinded by the lights. A column…
A Day with Orphan Elephants
Our visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage in Kenya Leslie Smith at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Suguta was way too young to be on…
This Week in Green – Nov. 22, 2010
Paper or plastic? Parts of Los Angeles County have joined the movement to ban single-use plastic bags at the checkout counter. A conservative Congressman warns his party not to ignore the climate change issue. And more from This Week in Green.
Text 911 to Elephants!
Elephants sending text messages? Sounds like an advertising stunt. in fact, it’s a groundbreaking attempt to save their lives in parts of Africa where they come into conflict with farms and villages
Creating Your Own Wildlife Preserve
Arizona resident replaces water-thirsty lawn with native plants. She saves water and money, and soon birds and other welcome wildlife are gracing her backyard. “It’s a riot of color in spring when everything is blooming,” she says
This Week in Green – Nov. 12, 2010
What do sunburned whales, deformed beaks, rice, chocolate and beer have in common? They’re all in the environmental news this week. Rice may be the highlight, with strategies in the offing to help combat both hunger and poverty
The Other Firefox
Nicknamed for its fiery color, the red panda of the Himalayas could use some help. Now young people are rallying to build the Red Panda Network and to celebrate the first International Red Panda Day. How you can help
Donate Fur for Orphan Animals
Fur is a fashion faux-pas these days. But many people who have given up wearing it don’t know what to do with their old fur coats,…