RSPCA fears animals found dead in lay-by were illegally hunted

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Two foxes were among animals found dead, with RSPCA inspectors fearing they were victims of illegal hunting. (Stock image: Getty) A collection of animals found dead in a lay-by may have been the result of illegal hunting, the RSPCA fears. Two foxes, four rabbits and a badger were all found dead in a lay-by with dog attack-like wounds, the animal’s charity said. The bodies were found dumped in a ditch near Ashford, Kent, on 3 May. All the animals except the badger had wounds consistent with being attacked by dogs, the RSPCA said, with inspectors saying it suggested someone was…

Elephants in US zoos? Without breeding, the future is uncertain

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Estimated read time: 6-7 minutes FRESNO, Calif. — Mabu saunters across a grassy field and raises his long, gray trunk to wrangle food from a hole carved inside a large boulder, captivating the attention of a girl propped up on her father’s shoulders. At this zoo in a central California farming community, the 32-year-old African elephant is key not only to drawing visitors but also to ensuring there are elephants for zoogoers to see in the years to come — a future some animal lovers want to avoid . Over the past year, the Fresno Chaffee Zoo has been pulled…

Disabled kitten who can’t use his back legs moves in with baby rabbits while receiving therapy

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Honorary Easter bunny! Adorable disabled kitten who can’t use his hind legs makes friends with RABBITS at animal shelter where he awaits loving furever home A disabled cat without active rear legs was integrated with rabbits in Utah Canelo the cat is now said to be recovering well and awaiting adoption By Neirin Gray Desai For Dailymail.Com Published: 9:01 PM EDT, April 9, 2023 | Updated: 9:12 p.m. EDT, April 9, 2023 A disabled cat without active rear legs was integrated with rabbits at an animal shelter in Utah this Easter weekend. Canelo the domestic cat arrived at the Best…

Stella McCartney Corrals Rabbits, Cows, and a Goat for New Campaign

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ANIMAL CROSSING: Stella McCartney has said “yes” to fur in her latest campaign, which was photographed at The Gentle Barn animal sanctuary in Santa Clarita, California. This being Stella McCartney, the rabbits, kids and cows are still wearing their fur (and hides), and cuddling up to the actress, and animal lover, Madelyn Cline. More from WWD The spring 2023 campaign is called “Change the History,” and draws on the work of the Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara, whose illustrations and punk social statements feature in the collection. The shoot is meant to highlight “the fundamental belief that all creatures are equals,…

Rabbit Steps Up To Help Store Owner With Unique Note-Dispensing Skills

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Last Updated: March 27, 2023, 16:22 IST The rabbit helping its owner at the store. (credits: Twitter/@cctv_idiots) The rabbit’s role was not just limited to handling the change to customers. The furry animal also helped the store owner with packages and receipts. The cuteness of a rabbit shopkeeper has stumped the internet. The pet rabbit stepped up to help its owner while handling customers at the store. The now-viral video opens by showing a winsome bunny sitting on the front counter of a shop. A woman shopkeeper, who is standing behind the counter, can be heard asking the customer to…

Feathered Friends: ‘Scavenging’ for birds | Lifestyles

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It’s a cozy morning here in the house as I awake to a very frosty and icy late February morning – further convincing me that February and March got mixed up on our weather calendar. I took a quick walk outside to get the bird feeders filled and operating after that a heavy layer of ice coated them. The birds will be very happy for the bird feed today with most of their natural food supply encrusted by ice and little chance that we will see above freezing temps for a while. While I enjoy being home and retired, I…

Gorgeous owl among rescues getting TLC at Turtle Pond

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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Wildlife rehab center in Val Caron adds heated outbuildings Published February 28, 2023 • Last updated Mar 01, 2023 • 6 minute read A great gray owl stares out from its cage at the Turtle Pond Wildlife Center near Val Caron. The big bird of prey was rescued after getting tangled up in a wire fence in the Chelmsford area and injuring its leg. Photo by Jim Moodie/Sudbury Star Article content They’re big, but elusive. Stylish, yet shy. Advertisements 2 This advertisement has not been loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content…

Ecological improvement of freshwater ecosystems benefits fish and people

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Teilen: 03.03.2023 09:34 Ecological improvement of freshwater ecosystems benefits fish and people Study: Successful strategy against the worrying loss of biodiversity in inland waters Freshwater biodiversity is declining at alarming rates. In a large-scale effort, a research team led by the Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) and the Humboldt Universität zu Berlin (HU) in cooperation with angling clubs, has conducted whole-lake experiments in 20 lakes to improve ecological conditions. Habitat improvements were the most effective means to increase fish populations, while fish stocking completely failed. The study published in the journal Science emphasizes the importance of…