Fuzzy Florida town faces, adorable invasion species: lionhead rabbits

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Breadcrumb Trail Links World News Let loose by a backyard breeder two years ago, the longhaired bunnies now number in the scores, and the city is considering a cull Author of the article: The Associated Press Terry Spencer Published Jul 17, 2023 • Last updated 2 days ago • 4 minute read Alicia Griggs looks out at rabbits outside her home during an interview this month in Wilton Manors, Fla. Photo by Wilfredo Lee /THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Article content WILTON MANORS, Fla. — When Alicia Griggs steps outside her suburban Fort Lauderdale home, Florida’s latest invasive species comes a-hoppin’ down…

Fuzzy invasion of domestic rabbits has a Florida suburb hopping into a hunt for new owners

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Open this photo in gallery: Alicia Griggs looks out at rabbits outside her home during an interview, in Wilton Manors, Fla., on July 11.Wilfredo Lee/The Associated Press When Alicia Griggs steps outside her suburban Fort Lauderdale home, Florida’s latest invasive species comes a-hoppin’ down the street: lionhead rabbits. The bunnies, which sport an impressive flowing mane around their heads, want the food Ms. Griggs carries. But she also represents their best chance of survival and moving where this domesticated breed belongs: inside homes, away from cars, cats, hawks, Florida heat and possibly government-hired exterminators. Ms. Griggs is spearheading efforts to…

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…

caring for rabbits; the do’s and don’ts of Easter bunnies

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WELLINGTON COUNTY- It’s generally accepted that rabbits are adorable creatures. They hop around, are most active in the early hours of the afternoon and are known to be quiet pets, making them a great fit for families with children. When properly cared for they make loving and loyal companions, but require much more care than most people realize. It is estimated that as many as 80% of all rabbits purchased at Easter die or are abandoned before their first birthday. Too often owners are unprepared for the commitment involved in keeping them. To prevent this from happening, it’s important to…

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…

Abbotsford SPCA In ‘desperate Need’ Of More Foster Families To Care For Animals

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Do you have room in your heart, and home, for a furry or feathered friend? Even just for a little while? The Abbotsford SPCA is looking for people who are willing to take in animals for short periods of time. “We are in desperate need of fosters,” said Sarah Ringer, manager of the community animal centre. “All kinds of fosters, for kittens, puppies, birds, rabbits. For anything and everything that needs fostering.” Fostering is an important part of animal rescue and adoption. Ringer explained that when an animal is able to live in a foster home — whether it’s for…

Rodents: Definition, Characteristics, and Examples

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KOMPAS.com – In everyday life, the term rodent is often heard. What is an animal and what includes rodents? Here is the explanation! Definition of rodents Rodents are an order of mammals called the order Rodentia. Reported from Encyclopedia Britannicarodents are more than 2,050 species of mammals that have continuously growing pairs of upper and lower incisors. Of the number of species, rodents are the largest order of mammals because they cover almost half of mammal species (there are 4,660 species of mammals). Also read: Mammals: Definition, characteristics, classification, and examples Characteristics of rodents The main feature of rodents is…