This story has been updated with additional details. Carolina Chickadees cheep a pitchy “fee-bee-fee-bay.” The Eastern Gray Squirrel barks, not unlike a small dog. Raccoons… The post Durham City Council considers a ‘wildlife feeding ban,’ sparked by hullabaloo in Trotter Ridge appeared first on 9th Street Journal.| 9th Street Journal
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The planet would be a whole lot hotter if it weren’t for fecal pellets. Across the world’s oceans, tiny organisms known as phytoplankton harvest the sun’s energy, gobbling up carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. They’re eaten by little animals called […]| Mother Jones
Over 100 neglected dogs were rescued from a filthy NYC apartment. Sign the petition now to demand an investigation and stop cruelty. The post Petition: Investigate NYC Dog Hoarding Case to Stop Animal Cruelty appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
An elderly woman, a starving mother dog, and seven puppies were abandoned in Adams County. Demand justice—sign the petition now. The post Petition: Justice for Elderly Woman and 8 Abandoned Dogs in Adams County appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Burn pits and starving dogs were found at a Texas ranch. Demand justice: mental health treatment and lifetime ban on ownership. The post Petition: Shut Down Texas Ranch of Cruelty and Protect Animals for Good appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
A missing store cat’s adventure across state lines ends in joy, proving how compassion connects people, animals, and the planet. The post Store Cat’s Wild Adventure Ends With Heartwarming Homecoming appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Enjoy an animated short film created in just 48 hours, showcasing a dog's unyielding lust for life. A quick yet uplifting watch full of joy and adventure. The post Inspiring Animated Short of a Dog’s Joyful Journey Made in 48 Hours [VIDEO] appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Domestic rabbits cannot survive in the wild, yet they’re still being dumped. Sign now to stop this cruelty and demand action. The post Petition: Stop Dumping Domestic Rabbits Into the Wild appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Coco the cat was allegedly shot twice from a moving car, leaving him paralyzed. Demand justice: ban guns and animal ownership. The post Petition: Justice for Cat Shot From Moving Car in New York appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
A man in New Mexico allegedly killed two dogs after a violent outburst. Demand urgent psychiatric intervention. Sign the petition now. The post Petition: Stop Repeat Animal Abuser in New Mexico With Urgent Intervention appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Finland’s heated poles keep dogs cozy through freezing winters, blending smart design with compassion for animals. The post Finnish City Installs Heated Poles to Keep Dogs Warm in Winter appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Cats sleep up to 16 hours a day — and that’s totally normal. Experts say good rest keeps pets healthy and stress-free. The post Why Your Pet Sleeps All Day — And Why That’s Perfectly Normal appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
This Morrissey video unveils the shocking realities of the chicken industry. An eye-opening look at animal welfare concerns. The post Have You Seen Morrissey’s Video Exposing Chicken Industry Horrors? [VIDEO] appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
The Netherlands could change animal rights forever with glass walls in slaughterhouses and bold climate reforms. Sign now The post Petition: Glass Walls in Slaughterhouses Could Transform Animal Rights appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
North America’s bison are nearly gone, but new research shows restoring them could revive entire ecosystems. Sign the petition now. The post Petition: Bring Back the Buffalo and Restore America’s Lost Giants appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Seventeen horses in New York suffered neglect, with one euthanized. Demand justice: ban ownership and require counseling. Sign now. The post Petition: Justice for 17 Neglected Horses in New York appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Nairobi’s Birdman rescues raptors while living on the streets, showing love can heal both people and the environment. The post Nairobi’s Birdman Rescues Raptors While Dreaming of a Better Future appeared first on One Green Planet.| One Green Planet
Horses tend to be known for their land-based achievements, but that doesn’t mean equines aren’t sometimes aquatic. In fact, for more than a century, beginning in the 1810s, horse-powered ferries were a common form of transportation in the U.S. Also known as team boats, they were most often used in lakes and rivers — even a team of Clydesdales can’t cross the Atlantic — and worked by having a small group of horses (usually between three and five) walk in a circle on the deck while at...| History Facts
MEKELE, ETHIOPIA—Expressing utter embarrassment about the long-hyped event, a desert locust in the Ethiopian Highlands was reportedly humiliated Friday after a swarm he organized was only attended by 40 million other members of his species. “Oh man, I thought everyone would be more excited to cause a famine,” said the newly gregarious African grasshopper, adding […] The post Locust Humiliated Swarm He Organized Only Got 40 Million Attendees appeared first on The Onion.| The Onion
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed three new laws to protect cats and dogs from unethical treatment in California, which will help reduce the number of animals in shelters and provide relief to local shelters and animals awaiting adoption.| FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI News
The October 2025 issue of Scout Life is fall-ing into mailboxes everywhere, and this month is packed with Halloween surprises and animal adventures.| Aaron On Scouting
The newly discovered ichthyosaur dubbed Xiphodracon goldencapsis was about 10 feet long and had a sword-shaped snout.| Latest from Live Science
Naked mole rats may have specific roles, such as cleaning the toilet chamber or transporting waste, rather than being generalist helpers. The findings suggest naked-mole-rat colonies are even more complex than we thought.| Latest from Live Science
Rare photos and the remarkable story of Félicette, the first cat launched into space in 1963, whose historic mission marked France’s entry into the Space Race.| Rare Historical Photos
Rome promotes adoption of dogs from kennels with red-carpet event. Rome's city-run kennels will stage a dog parade on Saturday 11 October as part of efforts to give shelter dogs a day out and increase their chances of finding a forever home. The initiative, now in its sixth edition, will be held at 11.00 in Villa Carpegna where 22 dogs from the municipal kennels at Muratella and Ponte Marconi will be the stars of the show. Titled Il canile va in città (The kennel goes to town), the par...| Wanted in Rome - Wanted in Rome | Italy's news in English
These fish have skeletons made of cartilage, not bone — and aren’t nearly as scary as portrayed in the media.| Science News Explores
Humans have driven sharks and their cousins to the brink of extinction, but it’s not too late to turn the tide. At stake is the health of the entire ocean.| Science News Explores
Heidy Martinez never wanted to study sharks as a kid. That changed after encountering a white shark in South Africa.| Science News Explores
The Horse Trust and The British Animal Rescue and Trauma Care Association (BARTA), marked a hugely successful three days at the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) Congress 2025, held in Birmingham between 10th and 13th September. The annual BEVA Congress is one of the world’s largest gatherings of equine veterinary professionals, attracting experts and practitioners...| The Horse Trust
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to a truly one-of-a-kind Norwegian Fjord Pony, Perry, who passed away aged 30. A huge character with striking| The Horse Trust
Ben Leonberg’s directorial debut, told from a canine’s-eye view, gives new, tail-wagging life to a predictable genre| New Statesman
From New Jersey’s shadowy backcountry trails to the icy highways of Maine, the Northeast boasts more than its fair share of allegedly haunted roads. The post The Most Haunted Roads in the Northeast appeared first on Your AAA Network.| Your AAA Network
No, not cat. You know, those four‑legged furry things, like Garfield.| Tao of Mac
Attack occurred near stop for shuttle bus to Shirakawa observation area. Gifu Prefecture’s Shirakawa-go village is one of Japan’s most beautiful sights, a tranquil cluster of preserved farmhouses standing in lush green fields and backed by forested mountains. Unfortunately, on Sunday morning while a foreign traveler was taking in the scenery, he was attacked by […]| SoraNews24 -Japan News-
Sunday Stills wants us to post photos in honor of world animal day~!!| lifelessons – a blog by Judy Dykstra-Brown
Disclosure: I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.Hispanic Heritage Month began on September 15th. It goes through October 15th. I have not focused on the heritage months as much as I have in the past because I truly believe books sharing any heritage and history is important for all kids to read and should be read any time. That said I am sharing a picture book today that takes place in Mexico so if you are someone who pays more attention to...| Crafty Moms Share
This vivid and photogenic amphibian seems too perfect to be real. The post The Colorful Magic of a Red Eyed Tree Frog appeared first on Moss and Fog.| Moss and Fog
September 2025 Spring awakening on a farm We have, since our return to the Western Cape Province, written about beautiful camping spots and also the picturesque coastal village, Kalk Bay. But we th…| Wet and Dusty Roads
Throughout history, animals have been powerful symbols of luck, strength, and prosperity. Different cultures connect specific creatures with money, abundance, and financial wisdom. From the piggy bank on your dresser to the bull statue on Wall Street, these animals remind us of the many ways wealth can be created, protected, and grown. Here are 10 […] The post 10 Animals That Symbolize Wealth And Money appeared first on SavingK.| SavingK
We had had some heavy rains, which inundated my porch floor. After the water receded, I heard there was going to be more heavy rains. My porch, as well as my neighbor’s porch above me, have a right angle gutter that drains down a pipe beside our porches. The water goes down a drainage pipe … More A Hungry Young Squirrel| joyful2beeblogs
Discussion group about all kinds of dogs, doggos and good bois. Fediverse address:@dogs@fedigroups.social| Fedi.Directory – Interesting accounts on Mastodon & the Fediverse
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Renton will mark St. Francis Day with a free Blessing of the Animals event at Noon this Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, and all creatures are […] The post Free Blessing of the Animals will be this Sunday, Oct. 5 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Renton appeared first on The B-Town (Burien) Blog.| The B-Town (Burien) Blog
If you’ve been searching for a running buddy who will never bail on a game of fetch, meet Snow, a spirited 2-year-old Lab mix waiting at the Houston SPCA for her forever family. At just 38 pounds, this lean, athletic girl is all about motion, joy, and tennis balls. Snow is ready to hit the ground running — literally.Photo courtesy of Houston SPCA “Do you like to run? Me too!” her bio declares. “We may be a perfect ‘set, match.’” One look at her eager eyes and wagging tail, and...| CultureMap Houston
The human world is full of headlines about people who can’t get along—and sometimes peace and harmony seem impossible. Thankfully, a cute animal story from Australia can remind us there’s another way. A few weeks ago, Steve Lamplough found two creatures from opposite corners of the animal kingdom bonding in his backyard. While at home […] The post Man is Shocked to Find His Dog Giving a Baby Koala a Piggyback Ride appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
The fossil of a tiny fish found in southwestern Alberta, Canada, provides new insight into the origin and evolution of otophysans, the supergroup of fish that includes catfish, carp and tetras—which account for two-thirds of all freshwater species today. The specimen, located well inland from any seashore, was studied by researchers at Western University and […] The post Tiny Prehistoric Fish Fossil Rewrites Evolution With Clues for Mysterious Origins of Catfish and Carp appeared first on...| Good News Network
Beavers had not been seen in New York City for 200 years, after their coveted fur pelts became valuable and habitat was impacted by human activity. But, finally, in 2007 one was spotted in the Bronx River. Then, a second beaver arrived—nicknamed Justin Beaver, who joined José, the original—and they lived together for a number […] The post Camera Traps Reveal Beavers Have Finally Returned to the Bronx River After ‘a Very Long Time’ appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
A stray dog that was saved from being euthanized has become an expert pet detective, displaying an uncanny knack for sniffing out lost animals. Rico was just days away from being put down when kind-hearted Rachel Rodgers, who runs a dog training school, paid almost $200 to rescue him from the Portuguese dog pound. “I […] The post Stray Dog Saved From ‘Death Row’ Turns into Brilliant Detective, Sniffing out Lost Animals appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
More than 1.2 billion birds streamed south in one night during their Fall migration in late September—the largest single-night total ever recorded by the American live radar project. Called BirdCast, a collaboration led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the platform uses the same weather radar technology behind daily forecasts to track migrating birds. On […] The post Record-Breaking Night of Bird Migration Caught on Radar During a ‘Perfect Storm’ for Feathered Flight appeared first ...| Good News Network
Reprinted with Permission from World at Large Two small islets crucial to the resiliency of the local environment in the Marshall Islands Republic are witnessing a major ecological revival. Island Conservation, a global nonprofit organization with a mission to restore islands for nature and people, has successfully eradicated invasive black rats, allowing the native forests […] The post Marshall Islands Experience Explosion of Wildlife One Year After Invasive Rats Were Removed appeared firs...| Good News Network
A Canadian dog-lover has gotten to learn all over again why they call the animal Man’s best friend after his own brave pooch deterred a bear attack. On a familiar trail in Cochrane, near Calgary, Craig Campbell was on a walk with his dog, a 10-year-old Doberman named Night. It was a trail he had […] The post Man’s Best Friend Recognized as Dog of the Year For Saving Him from a Bear Attack appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
Every time a toilet in Melbourne flushes, the contents start a long trip from the metro area to a sewage treatment plant that has garnered a mythical reputation among birdwatchers. Following the treatment process, the government allows it to retain certain excess nutrients that cause microbes and insects to flourish—anchoring the food web in an […] The post A Melbourne Sewage Farm Has Become a Haven for 300 Species of Birds appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
For 50 years, the state of Maine has drawn worldwide attention for its efforts to restore a puffin colony, an effort that has brought controversy, hope, and a cottage industry you have to see to believe. Featured recently on the PBS News Hour, it’s a story that begins back in 1973 when a young ornithologist […] The post Determined Scientists Created Only Puffin Colony in the US, and Continue to Protect it Decades Later appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
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From roadside cages in Armenia to wild encounters in Siberia, brown bears reveal both human cruelty and awe. To truly respect them is to keep them free — not captive, not tamed. The post Armenia’s captive brown bears and how we can stop the illegal practice appeared first on Green Prophet.| Green Prophet
The core technology (PauseM®) is based on inducing a “paused” or “suspended animation” state in Black Soldier Fly (BSF) neonates so that they can survive transportation with extended shelf life before being revived, fed and grown for animal feed. They also have a partnership with Hermetia Baruth GmbH (Germany) for joint production / distribution of PauseM in Europe. The post Startup FreezeM turns food waste into insect protein for fish and chicken appeared first on Green Prophet.| Green Prophet
The incredible unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands includes everything from birds and fish to reptiles and mammals. Learn more about it here!| Metropolitan Touring
Bees can get a bad rep. Sure, […] The post Oddly Adorable: Bee Emerges From Colorful Snap Dragon Flower appeared first on InspireMore.| InspireMore
Oonee is a corgi with a personality […] The post Dog Mom Asks Groomer For Photo Of How Her Dog’s Bath Is Going, Groomer Obliges Perfectly appeared first on InspireMore.| InspireMore
Dancing is for everyone. It doesn’t matter […] The post Daily Dose Of Adorable: Bouncy Baby Donkeys Can’t Stop “Dancing” appeared first on InspireMore.| InspireMore
Els gats comunitaris formen part del paisatge quotidià de ciutats i pobles. En un context en què els animals ja són reconeguts com a éssers vius dotats de sensibilitat, la seva presència planteja r…| RCDP blog
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Meet Mars (aka ‘Mars Attacks’, aka ‘Mars Potato Jones’, aka ‘The Cutest’) Did I mention that Mars is a 3-month-old pygmy hippo? Oh, let me tell you! He’s c…| Accidental Wanderlust
Hundreds of people flocked to a South Bronx park Tuesday to pick up food for their families — pets included. Jonathan Vicente hauled a large sack of kibble for his 3-year-old bully mix, Maria, who walked alongside him at Bill Rainey Park to one of the dozens of mobile food pantries across the city where […] The post Pinched for Pet Food: Hunger Pains Extend to New Yorkers’ Furry Friends appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.| THE CITY – NYC News
An exercise in creative watercolor and gold paint for an illuminated letter F. Draw and paint a Fearless leopard resting on letter F.| Cecilie Okada Design
An easy-to-follow guide to drawing a horse. Follow the steps and gain the skills to draw a horse with confidence.| Cecilie Okada Design
Learn how to watercolor a close-up of a friendly green snake, with a focus on the eye and scales.| Cecilie Okada Design
Learn realistic watercolor painting with the lustrous bullfrog. Practice gradients with its green-brown-beige hues. Step-by-step-tutorial.| Cecilie Okada Design
"As wildlife advocates fight to free the last captives of Vietnam’s bile farms, rescued bears find dignity in the country’s sanctuaries."| Longreads
"Even though my brain is confused and I’m struggling, always struggling, to see if my writing is good, I still want to write. And the writing that matters the most to me isn’t about Alzheimer’s. It’s about a cat."| Longreads
September is flying by in a whirlwind of events, apple cider donuts and golden light. Amid all that, here’s what I have been reading: We All Live Here, Jojo MoyesI picked up Moyes’ latest at the Strand this summer. It follows Lila, struggling after her divorce and juggling her writing career and a houseful of […]| cakes, tea and dreams
Because methane is so potent, trapping more than 80 times as much heat as carbon dioxide over a 20-year period, the livestock industry’s footprint has become a central focus for climate scientists …| California Curated
Jill McIlraith I was eight when I learnt two things: how to tie a reef knot and that I should never sing in public. The right-over-left-and-left-over-right knot sequence had a symmetrical simplicity that stuck with me and was the most useful thing Brownies taught me. Not singing in public was a lesson learnt when another […] The post Covid cat first appeared on Corpus.| Corpus
Ihimaera, Witi "The Whale Rider" - 1987We discussed this in our international online book club in September 2025.| Let's read
German tourists captured the wholesome moment when they surprised their driver with his first-ever safari experience. Gina Haerle was on holiday in South Africa with her friend Marina, staying at a private game reserve, about two hours from Cape Town. Their driver had mentioned that he had never been on a safari and the tourists […] The post Tourists Surprise Driver with His First-Ever Safari –Buying a Ticket So He Could Go Instead of Waiting in Car (Watch) appeared first on Good News Net...| Good News Network
A Massachusetts community was delighting in the smile of their neighborhood community resource dog after he got a meaty reward for his good deed. In the town of Avon, a known dementia patient went missing, and Cruiser the golden retriever cruised right to his location, tracking and locating him in the woods behind a school. […] The post Police Dog Enjoys Meaty Reward for Finding Missing Massachusetts Man: ‘Can’t hide his smile’ appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
Australian shark experts have tested four bite-resistant materials to assess their ability to reduce injuries and blood loss, and found that While internal and crushing injuries may still occur, bite-resistant wetsuits can now be added to the ‘toolkit’ of measures available to reduce shark-bite risk and resulting injuries, say researchers from Flinders University’s Southern Shark Ecology Group. […] The post Bite-Proof Wetsuit Fabric Almost Entirely Prevents Shark Bite Flesh Wounds a...| Good News Network
A couple of months ago I was called in my capacity as a volunteer Scan Angel to scan a cat for a microchip, it had been hit by a car on a local road about 15 minutes drive away. The young man who c…| Life In The Mouse House
Drones with thermal cameras are being used to track Suki the missing bearcat in Kent as zookeepers and locals join the search for the vulnerable animal after her escape.| Need To Know
Let’s go on an exciting expedition to Chile, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the frozen continent of Antarctica! Make sure to pack your thermals, you’re going to need them. Ant…| The Eternal Traveller
a person who overestimates their own influence—1661—alludes to the fable of a fly sitting on the axletree of a moving chariot and saying, “See what a dust I raise”| word histories
Gabriel Said Reynolds— The eighteenth chapter of the Qur’an is named “The Cave” because it includes a story of young men who slept for hundreds of years in a cave... READ MORE The post A Dog, a Donkey, and an Ant: Animals in the Qur’an and Their Biblical Background appeared first on Yale University Press.| Yale University Press
When we decided on August for our Svalbard visit I wasn’t sure whether we would see any pack ice. As the summer progresses the ice retreats northwards, beyond the area our itinerary was scheduled to cover. But on an expedition cruise the planned itinerary can often be abandoned because of weather conditions, wildlife viewing opportunities or other factors. The post Arctic diary six: sea ice and polar bear appeared first on Travel with me.| Travel with me
Austria’s police deployed five trained data sniffer dogs to detect digital evidence, cash, and documents, aiding cybercrime investigations.| The International
Moose Emil was tranquilized near Austria’s A1 highway and released in the Bohemian Forest. Animal groups call for more wildlife corridors.| The International
Looking for the best ducks for meat? Explore the duck meat breeds that provide the tastiest flavor and give you the best return on your investment.| The Tiny Life
"Cloned and genetically modified animals are entering the black market, possibly forever altering our ecosystems."| Longreads
Data gathered using software developed by Johns Hopkins University computer scientists will have 'huge implications' for understanding human health and evolution| The Hub
ZooBoo is a great way to celebrate the Halloween season […] The post Indianapolis ZooBoo | Costumed Fun at the Zoo! appeared first on Indy with Kids.| Indy with Kids
These tiny animals can survive drying out, freezing, harsh radiation and other hazards.| Science News Explores
Cats are fascinating animals. They can present as mysterious beings, cunning hunters, or...| Hooked by Kati
Rhythmic breathing; expanding awareness; Russia, Ukraine; Iran, Israel; Muslim immigrants; diet; Earth civilizations, bright future| Matthew Books
God’s greeting; “mysterious drones”; upcoming changes; animals; volunteers; differences in physical and spirit worlds| Matthew Books
Safeguarding Helene-threatened salamanders, cultivating gulf oysters, boosting mallard habitat, and spreading native grasslands—the work of this year’s under-the-radar Southern eco-heroes is more important than ever The post Champions of Conservation 2025 appeared first on Garden & Gun.| Feature Archive – Garden & Gun
Dear Editor,The case involving the Burien man who allegedly killed cats and threatened to kill his own father (read our previous coverage here) may be a textbook example of what law enforcement professionals call “the link” between cruelty to animals and interpersonal violence. Abusing animals is a cowardly act. The FBI uses reports of cruelty to animals when assessing the threat potential of suspected and known criminals, and classifies such acts as felonious, alongside arson, burglary,...| The B-Town (Burien) Blog
The other day I was driving to a friend’s house to feed her cats while she was away. I was driving about 45 miles an hour. As I drove on the shady two lane road, I looked to my right and took…| joyful2beeblogs
We had our youngest grandson (15mo) stay with us for a night so his parents got so time to themselves. This little fella was on the move all the time, so when he went back home we all felt like Tin…| Ritva Sillanmäki Photography
