Animals

Horses are very clever, scholars prove it for the first time

The horse is a smart animal and possesses advanced cognitive abilities and short-term memory. This is the result of a study conducted by researchers of the Veterinary Sciences Department of the University of Pisa which demonstrates this for the […]

The tongue of this fish has been consumed, and entirely replaced, by a parasite

It is not a deformed tongue, but a parasite that destroyed the original language and took its place He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him It […]

The funny illustrations that only those who have a cat can really understand

Tender, affectionate, sometimes spiteful. Acrobats and actors. In one word: cats. Our mustachioed friends fill our days and between damage and some effusion they fill our days. But trying to humanize them is perfectly useless. Cats have their […]

Anti-freeze candles in South Tyrol to save the vineyards (and not only) from the cold

In South Tyrol, to avoid damage to vineyards, apple orchards and various types of plantations, farmers have lit thousands of anti-freeze candles. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him South […]

Kiwi: 20 things to know about New Zealand's iconic animal

Kiwi is not just the name of a fruit. In fact, this is the name of the symbolic animal of New Zealand Kiwi […]

The wounded jaguar, symbol of the fires in Pantanal, is walking again

The jaguar with his legs burned from the fires in the Pantanl is now better thanks to a treatment with stem cells. It […]

Penguin dies after ingesting a mask in Brazil. The other face of the coronavirus ...

The little Magellanic penguin found lifeless about two weeks ago on a Brazilian beach had a mask in his stomach. He […]

The house transformed into a cat paradise (PHOTO)

$ 35 to turn the house into a cat paradise. A cat lover has spent so much for her 18 cats, who can now roam freely on walkways, ramps, slides and scratching posts that decorate the house, from floor to ceiling. He […]

Abayed: the paralyzed sheepdog that walks with wheels

They tried to kill him. But Abayed, a 6-year-old sheepdog, was too eager to live and made it. It all began two years ago, when, mistaken for a stray, he was hit in the back by a bullet that paralyzed his hind limbs forever, causing severe marrow […]

Hunting for roe deer, the massacre of a thousand specimens in Liguria has begun

The selection hunt for male roe deer in Liguria is underway: a bloodbath in which 1256 animals can be killed. The hunt that began on June 1st will continue until July 13th and then resume from August 15th to September 30th. He […]

The elephant trapped in the mud saved only thanks to some Chinese workers in Kenya (VIDEO)

An unusual collaboration to save an elephant trapped in mud in Kenya. Chinese construction workers together with Kenyan environmentalists worked together to free the young pachyderm trapped for 12 hours in a mud pit near the town of Makindu, bordering […]

Here the bridle: horses rescued from slaughter to help victims of gambling and mobbing

Horses, to help those suffering from gambling addiction, stalking, mobbing and other social problems. "Qua la briglia" is born in Perugia, the initiative which, in collaboration with the Scuderia Unicorno di Corciano, will take care of the recovery […]

Scientists make the most up-to-date genetic map of cats ever produced

The most up-to-date genetic map of cats has been made in the US and has already identified the cause of a new form of dwarfism The […]

Mia: hero dog saves apartment building from fire in Livorno (video)

He saved an entire apartment building from a fire. It's Mia, a beautiful 16-month-old golden retriever puppy, who barked as much as she could to wake her family up and save her from imminent danger. In fact, in a nearby house, an important fire […]

No, there is nothing affectionate about the giant octopus of the Genoa Aquarium that trapped the diver cleaning the tank

At the Aquarium of Genoa, a giant octopus blocked a diver in charge of maintenance of the tank with its tentacles in front of amazed visitors He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

Ancient DNA reveals the secrets of Game of Thrones' direwolves

A new DNA study found that these animals were not wolves at all, but the last of a lineage of dogs that only lived in North America He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him The […]

Hunter shoots and kills Kentucky's first wolf in 150 years (photos)

It is a wildlife mystery why it was in Kentucky, where no specimens had been seen for 150 years. But the story of the first free wolf in the modern history of the US does not have a good ending: he was killed by the bullets of a local hunter, […]

The 10 smallest mammals in the world (PHOTO)

Some are so small that they can hardly see themselves among nature. Let's talk about the smallest mammals in the world that despite their small size, give other animals a hard time and are excellent predators, let's see what they are. He […]

The 5 factors that favor animal obesity

The extra pounds are not a problem that affects only us, but increasingly also the animal world. In recent years, in fact, obesity has spread at an impressive speed even among dogs, cats and many other animal species. Dr. David Allison, a professor […]

He goes down to shovel the snow and makes a "magical" encounter: the video is surprising and wonderful

The wonderful video of the encounter with a deer, among the snow-covered and still illuminated streets in a small Abruzzo town He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him An […]

Is your cat aggressive and not very affectionate? Follow these 3 very simple guidelines developed by scientists

Paying attention to the behavior of cats and evaluating where to pet them are the keys to improving the relationship with our feline friends Feline […]

Ecological, effective and cost-free cat litter with these ingredients that you surely have at home

How to make a healthy, eco-friendly alternative to litter box sand your cat (and wallet) will love Three […]

Six new species of frogs discovered in Mexico are among the smallest in the world

A team of researchers spotted six different specimens of tiny frogs on an expedition to Mexico, providing new insight into the taxonomy of amphibians. The six frogs measure less than a dime and are in effect among the smallest ever known He […]

Angora rabbit: the softest animal in the world

What is hidden under this huge fluffy fur ball? It is a rabbit, the Angora rabbit, the softest animal in the world. What […]

Since being adopted, this Jack Russell never leaves his bowl (even when he sleeps)

Neville, a Jack Terrier Russell adopted two years ago, sleeps next to his bowl every night and takes it just about anywhere. For the dog, the bowl is a source of comfort and represents his new life. He […]

The terrible images of polar bears forced to look for food in village dumps (VIDEO)

A real invasion due to climate change: polar bears no longer find enough food and are increasingly moving towards the Russian settlements in the Arctic, forcing residents to stay indoors. A […]

How to make a cat tent in just a few steps

DIY Cat Tent. Cats, as we know, love hiding places and sheltered places. As an alternative to the classic basket, you can make a do-it-yourself tent in a few steps, starting with an old t-shirt and some metal hangers. It only takes a few minutes […]

Whale beached in Malaysia, traces of plastic in its stomach

A 12-meter whale was found beached in Malaysia. The large amount of plastic found in her stomach is thought to have killed her. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Another […]

In California pet stores only abandoned or sheltered animals

California could be the first US state to ban the sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters and other pets in stores, unless they come from a shelter or are abandoned animals. La […]

Robots instead of cats and dogs: are they really the pets of the future we want?

You don't have to worry about giving them water and baby food. You don't have to take them for a walk outside. They do not create problems with the neighbors, simply because they do not bark. They do not cause you allergies. And they also save […]

These hound dogs rescued 45 rhinos from poachers in South Africa

Forty-five rhinos are safe thanks to a pack of dogs, trained to protect wildlife from poachers in South Africa. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Forty-five […]

10 ideas for a cat and dog-friendly home

A cat and dog friendly house would be a dream for our pets. Thus, even if the space available is not much and if the garden is missing, they can feel at ease and have fun. It is enough to organize a corner entirely dedicated to them by providing […]

Gallo convicted in court for singing too many times a day

Maurice, like all roosters, loves crowing but he does it in a somewhat exaggerated way, at least according to his human neighbors who dragged him to court to get him to stop (he waits shortly to know his fate) . Another rooster, on the other hand, […]

Traces of plastic and phthalates even in the eggs of Arctic birds

There are traces of plastic and chemical additives in the eggs of birds living in the Arctic. This was revealed by a new study conducted by the Canadian Wildlife Service, according to which eggs laid by northern fulmars on Prince Leopold Island […]

Nurse adopts her patient's elderly dog that he was forced to leave in a shelter

Dog adopted by the nurse of the center where the owner is hospitalized for health problems that no longer allow him to look after him Dog […]

Hundreds of puppies purchased during the lockdown were put back up for sale

Hundreds of dog ads were impulsively purchased during the lockdown and now put back on sale He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him During […]

Chow Chow dog died of hypothermia, left to freeze on the terrace in the province of Prato

Shock in the province of Prato: a Chow Chow died of hypothermia after being left for days on the terrace in the cold He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Despite […]

Victory! The world's largest dog meat slaughterhouse closes

The facility that housed six dog slaughterhouses closes the Taepyeong-dong complex in the city of Seongnam. The tradition of eating canine meat is now on the decline: 70% of South Koreans no longer eat them and 40% believe that the practice should […]

Japan is among the countries most involved in the illegal trafficking of sea turtles: their beautiful shells used to make ornaments

Japan is among the countries most involved in the illegal trafficking of Hawksbill turtles, included among the "critically endangered" species in the IUCN Red List Sea […]

The 10 smartest animals in the world

What are the smartest animals in the world? We have to admit it: there are animals in the world that are probably much more intelligent than humans. Science is increasingly interested in studying the psychology and behavior of animals, be they […]

Hamilton loses his Coco: the 6-year-old dog suddenly dies

Coco, the dog that Lewis Hamilton had adopted and always carried with him, died suddenly. The pilot announced it on Instagram He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him She […]

Weever bite, how to avoid it and what to do in case of contact with spider fish

Weever or spider fish are very common in the Mediterranean. It can happen that you are stung by the poisonous quills that are on the back He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Weevers […]

They killed Voortrekker, the legendary elephant of Namibia

They killed Voortrekker, the legendary elephant of Namibia, one of the last remaining specimens, loved and photographed by many tourists. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him In […]

Can Dogs Eat Salmon? The veterinarian's response

Dogs can eat salmon but it is not at all necessary and beware of the risks of possible poisoning if it is raw or poorly cooked Anyone […]

Does your dog or cat lean their head against the wall? Go to the vet now!

A symptom that may seem trivial and harmless, but could actually save your dog or cat's life if detected. It's about resting your head against the wall. If your pet leans his head against the wall without moving, run to the vet He […]

400 stranded pilot whales in New Zealand: race against time to save them (VIDEO)

At least 400 stranded cetaceans have been spotted on a remote New Zealand beach. Volunteers are engaged in a real race against time to save them He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him At […]

The rare albino seal pup rejected by its peers for its golden color

A rare albino seal pup was spotted by marine biologist Vladimir Burkanov on a trip to the island. It […]

Cats protect babies from asthma

Who said cats need to stay away from babies? A new study by Danish scientists has revealed that their presence not only protects little ones from asthma but could also help them fight obesity and diabetes. Who […]

The crocodile with a tire around his neck is finally free

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Starfish, the increasingly frequent heat waves could make them disappear forever

Starfish, increasingly frequent heat waves could make them disappear forever according to a study. Le […]

The fox strolls undisturbed through the deserted streets of a Dublin once again in lockdown

A fox roams the streets of Dublin city in full lockdown. The animal was filmed by the journalist Ibraheem Razan A […]

The irresistible Golden Retriever who loves to harvest Durians, the most smelly fruit in the world

Jubjib is an adorable Golden Retriever who spends his days helping harvest Durians, the most smelly fruit in the world. Jubjib […]

Crocodiles VS Hippos: images of an epic battle

To what extent do we really know the behavior of animals? We have learned something about the habits of domestic animals, but we know very little about the wild ones, which live far away from us. Often several interesting discoveries in this regard […]

Discovered why cats always know what room we are in even if they don't see us

How do our feline friends always know which room of the apartment we are in? Simple, they pay attention to our every step How […]

The mysterious oil spill that is leaving birds and turtles in agony in Brazil

It is not known where the giant oil spill that has already hit 46 municipalities in Brazil comes from. The tragedy is that it is killing too many marine animals. He is about to end up run over, his […]

Dogs: beware of the risk of chocolate poisoning

At Christmas in our homes the consumption of chocolate increases and even our 4-legged friends can find it easily and, greedy as they are, eat it. However, veterinarians warn to pay close attention: this substance is dangerous for dogs and there […]

Let's help Leonardo DiCaprio free killer whales and belugas from Russian marine prisons (PETITION)

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Stray dog rescues newborn abandoned in landfill

It happened in the Philippines on Christmas Eve. A man found a newborn thanks to a stray dog who had reported his presence It […]

The mistakes that too many make when preparing food for their dogs or cats (and which could be costly)

Here are the hygiene practices to follow when preparing food for your dog or cat to avoid serious risks for your health but also for that of your pet. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves […]

The eagle that steals a video camera and creates a cinematic masterpiece (video)

A real naturalist cinematic masterpiece. An unusual Australian recorder made it, perhaps in search of fame and notoriety ... It is a young and curious eagle, you got it right. The raptor stole a motion-activated camera set up by rangers to study […]

The oldest female chimpanzee in Europe dies at the Barcelona Zoo, a whole sad life in captivity

The oldest chimpanzee in Europe, Vieja, dies at the Barcelona Zoo. She was about fifty-seven years old and had been captured in Guinea He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Eventually […]

Aeolian Islands, 13-meter sperm whale found dead on a beach in Vulcano

The carcass of a 13-meter-long sperm whale was found on the beach of Borgo di Gelso, on the island of Vulcano. The causes of death are still to be clarified, but the cetacean could have been killed by plastic as happened recently to another specimen […]

Abandon the dog in the street and run away: the video is heartbreaking

Donna abandons the dog in the street after removing the collar and runs away: the video of that moment is heartbreaking. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him In […]

Huge bioluminescent sharks have been discovered that glow in the darkness of the sea depths

A new study has found that three species of sharks have an unusual ability: they are bioluminescent. They are in fact able to "shine" They […]

Two raccoons sneak into a garden and once discovered they pretend to be statues (Video)

After hearing a noise, the two raccoons are frightened and remain motionless like statues in the hope of not being noticed He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

5-month-old bear cub rescued in Trento: he wandered on busy streets undernourished

A decaying bear cub was recovered in Trentino and is now in rehabilitation. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

Lewis Hamilton: 'My dog has gone vegan with health issues and is doing better'

Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton said on his social media that his bulldog Roscoe is now 'completely vegan', just like him. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Formula […]

Can you find the owls? Here are 15 perfect examples of camouflage

"Nature loves to hide", said Heraclitus. Can you find owls in these 15 perfect examples of their ability to hide? He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him "Nature […]

Japan resumes whaling and exits the IWC

Japan wants to withdraw from the International Whaling Commission (IWC) and resume hunting as early as next year. This was revealed today by a report that has already infuriated numerous countries including Australia, which has condemned Japan's […]

Poaching: tourists save a rare owl trapped in a trap in the protected park of Lecco

A rare capogrosso owl has been saved in the Grigna Park in Lecco. The nocturnal bird had ended up in a trap He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

Antibiotic abuse that's killing bees (and also bad for humans)

Antibiotics, enemies of bees. We know that the abuse of these substances is unhealthy for humans, but it is also unhealthy for these precious insects. In fact, according to new research, bees treated with a common antibiotic, tetracycline, risk […]

Doggie reunites with his family after three years: the video of his joy is moving

Ciuffo was lost three years ago on the Aurelia and ended up in France: it was found a few days ago thanks to the microchip He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Tuft […]

6 endangered red wolf pups were born in the wild, the first time in 4 years

Hope is growing for the conservation of the red wolf species in America after a litter of six pups was spotted in the wild a week ago. It is an endangered animal that the US government is trying to protect with special programs He […]

Penguin alarm in Antarctica: from 18 thousand couples only 2 surviving babies

It is alarm in Antarctica where from a colony of over 18 thousand pairs of penguins, only two survived, while the others died of starvation. This was denounced by the WWF, according to which climate change is to blame. It […]

Aphrodite, the turtle who swam with nylon and a bicycle rim between the fins

He swam carrying a tangle of nylon and a bicycle rim, we are talking about Aphrodite, the sea turtle recovered from the CRTM of Brancaleone, yet another victim of the environmental tragedy caused by man. He […]

Fox hunting all year round: in Lombardy you can become a hunter from the age of 17

The hunters of Lombardy will soon have an easy life. In fact, the Regional Council approved the simplification law 2018, with which not only the limit of 55 days of fox hunting was abolished but the age to take the hunting qualification exam was […]

New species of burrowing dinosaur discovered from two fossils from 130 million years ago

Another hitherto unknown dinosaur lived on Earth: paleontologists discovered a new species about 130 million years ago Another […]

Climate change and acidic oceans are also putting the survival of mussels at risk

Climate change is altering the oceans to the point of jeopardizing the ability of mussels to remain attached to the rocks He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him I […]

The very rare white moose affected by piebaldism has been spotted and photographed in Sweden

A very rare white moose suffering from the pigmentation disorder called piebaldism has been spotted and photographed in Sweden He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Photographer […]

The video of Minister Brambilla playing with the tiger. It is immediately controversial

The Minister of Tourism Michela Brambilla had herself portrayed in a video together with a tiger. But for the Greens the animal was sedated He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him The […]

Watch the moving rescue of the baby elephant stuck in a hunter's trap [VIDEO]

In Thailand, a baby elephant was rescued after being trapped by a hunter's trap. The cub is injured. An […]

The meat from genetically engineered "super cows" can now be sold in the United States

Hear hear: you may soon be eating genetically modified beef thanks to a US Food and Drug Administration decision. No, it is not the factory of horrors. Or maybe yes Two […]

Koshlandia, the Russian farm that is home to "a million or more" of fluffy Siberian cats

In Siberia, farmers Alla and Sergey have turned their farm into a welcoming place for all cats Farmers […]

10 thousand hens died of heat in intensive farming

A real massacre: more than ten thousand hens were killed by the heat in a farm in Cologne and now, to dispose of the carcasses (about 18 tons), an order has been issued for burial. A […]

Elephants flocked to the wake of their human friend

Lawrence Anthony, known for being the author of the book "The Elephant Whisperer" died last March at the age of 61. In 1999 he rescued and rehabilitated a group of wild South African elephants that had been considered dangerous to humans. According […]

Penguins saved from extinction thanks to Maremma sheepdogs

In Australia, the smallest penguins in the world have been saved from extinction thanks to the use of Maremma sheepdogs, which have turned into real bodyguards. The penguins of the Eudyptula minor species can reach a height of just over 40 centimeters […]

Even bats have oral sex (video)

Did you know that bats also engage in oral sex? Well yes, humans are not the only species to know those sexual acts that require the use of the mouth and tongue for erotic stimulation of the genitals. In addition to bonobo monkeys, known for their […]

After the Australian fires, the recovered Koalas go “home” to their eucalyptus trees

Many koalas are finally returning free among the eucalyptus trees after the severe fires that had destroyed much of the biodiversity "We […]

In India the first hospital to treat elephants abused by circuses (and not only)

There are elephants that were exploited in the circus, those injured by poachers, with disabilities and victims of malnutrition. Since November, in India in Uttar Pradesh, there is a very special veterinary center, the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital […]

The song of one of the rarest whales on the planet has been recorded for the first time

After eight years of work, marine biologists have managed to record the song of the North Pacific right whale, an endangered species. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him After […]

Victory! Stop the capture of African wild elephants for zoos and circuses

Stop the capture of wild elephants for later use in zoos and circuses: they can only be captured to be included in conservation programs in Africa. The CITES proposal, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, has been accepted […]

The cry of the koala on the last eucalyptus tree (video and petition)

The cry of a koala in one of the last trees of its forest goes unheard. In Australia the timber industry is cutting down thousands of hectares of what is now its new habitat, killing them or seriously injuring them with automatic machines that […]

Manatees are starving, never have so many died in just two months in Florida

In Florida, manatee deaths are ominously rising. Between January and February of this year alone, 358 manatees died. And the main cause is due to the lack of algae that this species feeds on. He is […]

Gynecologist rescues moose cub from river

An unusual fishing. It's what Karen Sciascia, a gynecologist from Pennsylvania, and Seth McLean did while fishing along the Big Hole River in southwestern Montana when they spotted a moose trying to cross the waterway. But she wasn't alone. He […]

Vivisection: Heroic, the project to develop alternatives to animal testing for cosmetics, drugs and pesticides

Disseminating, sharing and systematising data and methodologies for determining the risk of chemical substances without having to resort to further tests on animals: the Heroic project, the acronym that stands for "Health and environmental risks: […]

The hermit crab that uses plastic as a “home” is the image of the failure of our society

Winning 1st prize was the hermit hermit crab, immortalized crawling on a pile of plastic He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him It […]

This New Zealand city closed a busy road for 4 weeks to secure a sea lion and her cub

In Dunedin, a city in New Zealand, a road has been closed to protect a sea lion mother and her cub, who have settled on a golf course. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Dunedin, […]

If your cat is constantly and compulsively licking his tail, you should go to the vet right away

Why do cats sometimes lick their tails all the time? Could it be a wake-up call for feline health? Who […]

Porto Cesareo: new hatching of the Caretta caretta in the dunes. Another 79 baby turtles are born

In the bay of the Dunes of Porto Cesareo, in the province of Lecce in the heart of the protected marine area, 79 baby turtles have come to light. The […]

Shark finning: FAO's software that saves sharks

New FAO software helps save sharks. New digital tool enables rapid identification of these species, helping to tackle illegal shark fin trade and protect endangered shark species and combat illegal shark fin trade He […]

This little sea dweller looks like sushi ready to serve

A curious sea dweller has found a home in the Fukushima Aquarium, attracting many tourists for its curious appearance He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

“We will all die”: fear for the Piripkura of the Amazon, threatened by wild deforestation

The lands of the uncontacted Piripkura tribe are constantly being invaded and destroyed to make way for beef production He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him There […]

Australia's largest mobile wildlife care hospital is established

He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

Dolphin mother adopts pilot whale cub: a concentrate of tenderness (where size doesn't matter)

Maternal instincts go above and beyond: off the coast of New Zealand a bottlenose dolphin mother has adopted a pilot whale pup. Maternal […]

Millions of grasshoppers continue to devastate Sardinia: the 2020 invasion is 'the most massive in the last 70 years'

Millions of grasshoppers continue to ravage Sardinia and the 2020 invasion is 'the most massive in the last 70 years'. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Millions […]

Trophy hunters pay up to € 40 to kill polar bears for "sport" (and are slaughtering them)

In recent years, the business of hunting polar bears that are increasingly threatened has grown: a practice that puts their survival at risk He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him They […]

The city of Nashville will cut down the trees to prevent the purple swallows from returning this year

Nashville, Tennessee: every spring thousands of purple swallows or purple martins gather here but this year they will find a sad surprise in the city center. It was in fact chosen to cut down the trees to prevent birds from settling before migrating […]

So the plastic in the oceans is creating a very dangerous "evolutionary trap" for young sea turtles

The plastic present in the oceans, ingested more and more often by sea turtles, is creating an evolutionary trap The […]

Bovine TB, a risk for the Marsican bear. The Park captures infected cattle

Something is moving at the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise on the front of the protection of Marsican bears from Bovina TBC. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Something […]

Dakshayani, the oldest elephant in the world kept in captivity, has died

Her name was Dakshayani, but she was also known to everyone as Gaja Muthassi, or elephant grandmother. The oldest elephant kept in captivity has recently died in India. Her […]

The Buenos Aires zoo closed (a year ago), but the animals are still in the cages

It closed after 140 years but the animals are still there: the Buenos Aires zoo closed its doors a year ago, but the animals are still behind bars. It […]

Turtle freed from a plastic bottle attached to its back for years (VIDEO)

While on the beach he noticed something in the water: a bottle that floated, but moved in a very strange way. What she saw with her eyes is unbelievable. While […]

Australia: fines for those who do not walk the dog up to 4000 dollars, even for those who have a garden

According to the associations, the sanctions should be extended throughout the country to those who have gardens and courtyards available He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Take […]

Honey bees use other animals' feces as a chemical weapon to protect their hives from giant hornets

Honey bees also use other animals' feces as a chemical weapon to protect their hives from giant hornets He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Skilled, […]

Leopoldo, the sperm whale beached in Ischia: plastic and nylon in the stomach

It is not known exactly whether he died from malnutrition or from man-made pollution. What is certain is that Leopoldo, the sperm whale beached in the town of Forio, in Ischia, on Christmas Eve, had traces of plastic bags and nylon threads in […]

Why do dogs eat their own droppings (and when to worry)

Why do dogs eat their own droppings? Among the reasons, those of ancestral origin and only very rarely dysfunctions and pathologies He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him As […]

Harpy eagles: they are the largest in the world, but they no longer have space to live (or food to feed on)

The harpy eagle - among the largest in the world - is running out of space and food, according to a recently published study. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him According […]

Listen to the songs of the whales: on this site you will find 8 thousand hours of recordings

He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him How […]

Asian bugs wanted: contribute to the biological fight by bringing the insect to the researchers

Researchers ask citizens to bring live Asian bedbugs in order to reproduce samurai wasps, natural antagonists of these insects He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him La […]

Derby, the dog that runs for the first time thanks to 3D printing (VIDEO)

Derby was born with a congenital malformation which resulted in his front legs being underdeveloped, severely impairing his ability to move. Until now he could only move on soft surfaces, while hard ones, such as pavements, cause him severe abrasions. […]

Fishermen find a beached whale carcass with a belly full of "gold"

A spectacular stroke of luck happened to fishermen from Yemen, who found a treasure in the carcass of a whale He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

The baby giraffe who died at the zoo a few days after his birth (without ever having known the savannah)

At the zoo de Champrépus, a 10-day-old baby giraffe suddenly died of a fulminant intestinal torsion Totally […]

Cecil, the lion symbol of Zimbabwe killed by a hunter (PETITION)

Cecil, the Zimbabwean lion who lived in Hwange National Park, was killed in early July. Now the culprit has a name. This is Walter James Palmer, a dentist and hunter from Minnesota who visited Zimbabwe in recent weeks as a tourist. Cecil, […]

Trump authorizes cyanide bombs to kill wild animals

"Cyanide bombs" against foxes, wild dogs, coyotes and more. The Trump administration has again authorized the use of poison traps, despite clear opposition from animal rights activists. "Cyanide […]

Labradors' coat reveals ancient secret about dog evolution (which has to do with the Arctic)

Canine crosses share only five different recurring furs, whose genes originated more than two million years ago He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Hundreds […]

The mysterious mass death of stingrays on the beaches of Sardinia (PHOTO AND VIDEO)

Abandoned on the shore, destined to die because considered useless by fishermen. It happened in Sardinia, and it probably happens almost everywhere. But in this case it was the images of Andrea Marongiu that documented this unusual "death" of […]

Iman, the last Sumatran rhino, is dead: the species is practically extinct

In Malaysia, Iman, the last Sumatran rhino, died and now the species is practically extinct, were it not for the few remaining specimens in Indonesia. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves […]

PetTherapy: little girl admitted to Gemelli defeats depression thanks to her dog Portos

Even the doctors had not been able to heal her from the deep depression into which she had fallen following the serious illness that struck her. But her dog, Portos, did it, bringing home smiling her owner, a 10-year-old girl hospitalized in the […]

The other side of palm oil: the orangutan drama is not over (PHOTO)

Monkeys are in constant risk of extinction due to deforestation and the disappearance of their natural habitats. Photos of a malnourished and endangered Bornean orangutan are circulating the web and have gone viral in the hope that they will serve […]

Even baby bats 'whine' like our babies. I study

Small flying mammals would repeat vocalizations to learn the 'language' they will need in adulthood He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Small […]

The sad images of polar bears playing with plastic waste in Alaska

Two polar bears play with a plastic can in Alaska, knowing the level of pollution we are producing with our lifestyle Much […]

Orca cries by the pool: the true face of captivity (VIDEO)

He climbs onto the platform by the pool and cries, cries all the time. We are at Kamogawa Sea World, a Japanese water park. Here, before the astonished eyes of the spectators, an orca begins to emit an excruciating moan He […]

Pets (especially dogs) are good for the heart… literally! The new confirmation

In general, pet owners have a higher level of physical activity, a healthy diet, and an ideal blood sugar level. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him If […]

Billions of "zombie" cicadas are about to invade the US (but it is a beautiful and rare natural phenomenon)

Billions of cicadas could soon invade the Eastern United States after spending a full 17 years underground He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Billions […]

The dolphin rescued from an aquarium that now lives free with its baby in the ocean (VIDEO)

Dolphins released from aquariums and marine parks can return to live in the ocean. Recently, researcher Mi Yeon Kim spotted a group of dolphins near Jeju Island, South Korea, among which was a particular and recognizable female dolphin. Dolphins […]

Rescued the dog buried in the sand and completely burned by the sun

The man who found it could not believe what he was seeing: a dog buried under the beach with only his head out, unable to move and his skin completely sunburned. He is about to end up run over, his […]

She kills black giraffe and gives her husband her heart: the endless horror of the young trophy hunter

The well-known trophy hunter Merelize van der Merwe killed a black giraffe and then took its heart and gave it to her husband on the occasion of Valentine's Day. Unfortunately, however, it is the umpteenth inhumane gesture of the woman, which […]

How to protect your dog from fleas

Although autumn, with its cool and sunny days, is one of the most beautiful times of the year for walks and runs in the open air in the parks with our faithful four-legged friends, unfortunately it is, together with summer , also the "season par […]

The Smithsonian Zoo celebrates the birth of a giant panda cub

The little panda was born as part of a conservation program for the species, he is doing well and his mother is taking care of him He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him The […]

The beautiful story of the friendship between a man and a family of bears

An incredible story of friendship between humans and animals comes straight from the former Soviet Union, where for years Nikolai Lukich Machulyak has fed a polar bear and its cubs with meat and condensed milk. He […]

Vets remove 19 baby pacifiers from a bulldog's stomach

They couldn't believe their eyes when they saw what was in her stomach. 19 pacifiers ended up in a bulldog's belly He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him They […]

5 reasons to take your dog out even in rain, cold and snow (VIDEO)

If on the most pungent or wet days of the year we like to stay warm, perhaps lying on the sofa with a nice blanket and a cup of hot chocolate, for dogs, on the other hand, regular outings are of fundamental importance for well-being. And not only! He […]

If you come across this animal, don't kill it. The scutigera is not only harmless, but also very useful in the home

If you find one in the house, don't kill it! The scutigera is a harmless animal and an excellent ally against cockroaches, termites, ants, silverfish and mosquitoes He is about to end up run over, […]

Rescued the dog buried alive for 40 hours in Brescia

A dog was found buried alive by his owner after 40 hours of agony. The Enpa announces severe penalties, but luckily the animal does not risk his life He is about to end up run over, his mother saves […]

The terrible images of the bull being skewered during the first bullfight after the blockade of the pandemic

In Avila, a city west of Madrid, post lockdown rhymes with bullfighting and these images show the first bull killed after the coronavirus. A […]

International Orangutan Day: What we can do to save this endangered species

Today we celebrate the international day of the animal most similar to man, which threatens its survival on Earth Today […]

The man who nearly killed a shark in Florida for a selfie (VIDEO)

Again selfies with animals: a man was filmed dragging a shark out of the waters of Florida and, holding it motionless for more than a minute on the water's edge, he had a myriad of photographs taken with the poor animal. He […]

New prehistoric species of mosasaur identified, it was a fish hunter "monster"

Researchers have identified a new species of mosasaur - a real 'monster' that lived in our seas eighty million years ago He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Researchers […]

Microplastics in Florida raptors: the shocking discovery of an American study

Florida raptors also ingest microplastics: their stomachs are invaded by these materials, which can induce hunger, poisoning and death Florida […]

Asperger's Syndrome: the dog that helps its owner during a crisis (VIDEO)

The dog is truly man's best friend. The brave video shot by a woman with Asperger's syndrome, which shows her dog comforting her during a crisis, is proving it to the whole world. Her goal was to raise awareness of what it really means to live […]

They return home and find a koala clinging to the Christmas tree, the sweetest scene you will see today

A truly unexpected surprise the one that welcomed this family on their return from outside: a koala had placed itself on the Christmas tree! A […]

AAA are looking for volunteers to monitor butterflies in the Piedmontese Po Natural Park

The butterfly season starts again, and the Piedmontese Po Park is looking for volunteers to take care of the census of these fragile insects He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him How […]

If you see such a scene, don't be scared! They are bees traveling, leave them alone

Perhaps so far you have never seen a similar image, that is, the one that shows a swarm of bees that stop in a hurdle making a sort of cover. At first glance such a scene can be a little scary, but if you don't disturb the bees they do nothing. Perhaps […]

Hundreds of pilot whales are stranded in Tasmania: it has raced against time to save them

Hundreds of pilot whales have beached in Macquarie Harbor, a Tasmanian bay off the coast of Australia He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Hundreds […]

Find an incredibly well-preserved wolf pup and ice age caribou

A mummified wolf cub and a caribou cub were found in mines in Yukon, Canada. A sensational discovery. The two creatures have been very well preserved and date back to the Ice Age A […]

The cows of Chernobyl have gone wild and are living free and happy

Not just despair and death: Chernobyl's abandoned cows are going wild and looking pretty happy Not […]

At 15, he breaks the wings of two budgies to take a souvenir photo with tourists

He had broken his wings to prevent him from flying, which is why a boy was reported for mistreating two budgies. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him He […]

The ball falls into the water and the German Shepherd retrieves it, saving the little girl

The video of the little girl saved by her German shepherd has gone viral: the dog retrieves a ball in the water instead of the little one, saving her He is about to end up run over, his mother saves […]

Lioness kills a Tehran zoo keeper and escapes from the cage along with another lion

Dramatic accident in the Arak zoo: a lioness fatally wounds a keeper and escapes from his cage. How many more tragedies will still have to occur to realize that animals weren't born to be in captivity? He […]

Whaling has started again in Norway: the slaughter of 1278 specimens has been authorized

As the world faces the pandemic, Norwegian whalers set sail to slaughter whales. The government authorizes the hunting of 1300 specimens He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him There […]

Narnia, the beautiful cat with two faces (PHOTO)

Cats never cease to amaze us, not only because they are wonderful animals, but because their beauty is unique, their fur can take on particular shapes and spots. Look at Narnia, this adorable cat with 'two faces'. Cats […]

What's a sea lion doing on the highway? The daring rescue

Bad misfortune for a sea lion, ended up on the highway in San Diego. Saved by a team of rescuers, he will soon return to the ocean He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

The secrets of intensive farming revealed by a drone (VIDEO)

Have you ever seen intensive farming? It is no wonder that the world of the meat industry is largely hidden from the eyes of consumers. Director Mark Devries hopes to change that by showing them. How? Simple: using a drone He […]

Taiji Bay, never-ending horror: 55 dolphins slaughtered, including a cub torn from its mother

A pod of 55 dolphins was slaughtered in Taiji Bay in Japan, including a pup who had tried to escape In […]

Chernobyl: Bumblebees are still at risk from radiation nearly 35 years after the terrible nuclear disaster

A new study has found that radiation is continuing to impair reproduction of bumblebees 35 years later He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him For […]

This Brazilian priest brings abandoned dogs to his masses to be adopted

This Brazilian priest brings abandoned dogs to his masses to find a family that can adopt them He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Dogs […]

World Cup Brazil: dog finds owner after walking 800 kilometers

The true story of Jefferson / Negro, the dog who walked 372 miles for the World Cup He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him The […]

The heroic rescue of the beached turtle in Thailand [VIDEO]

A beached green sea turtle was rescued by military personnel in the protected area of Trang province in Thailand A […]

Killed and tied to a stone: serious act of poaching against a turtle

A loggerhead turtle killed and tied to a boulder. It happened in Taranto, where this serious act of poaching was discovered on Saturday. In fact, the animal's body had been tied to the stone to keep the body on the bottom and hide it A […]

4 tons of pangolin flakes, the busiest mammal in the world, are seized in Cameroon

In Cameroon, 4 tons of pangolin flakes were seized, hidden in plastic bags, the value of which is around 5 million pounds. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him There […]

How to protect our dogs from the summer heat

A few simple precautions are enough to prevent heat stroke from affecting our four-legged friends. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him With […]

Cat slaughter in Taiwan: 154 victims of animal smuggling were brutally euthanized

Controversy broke out in Taiwan following the killing of 154 purebred cats, victims of animal smuggling. A […]

How this teacher defeated the mining industry and saved the snow leopard

Here is Bayarjargal Agvaantseren, the Mongolian woman who staunchly defended the habitat of the snow leopard. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him She […]

Children who read books to dogs to help them find a new home (PHOTO and VIDEO)

How to help a dog, especially if it is shy and not very sociable, to find a family to adopt it? An American association has answered this question by launching an unusual and interesting program: children between the ages of 6 and 14 spend time […]

The jellyfish population explodes: the causes, the dangers and the (questionable) solutions

Climate change and intensive fishing are increasing the jellyfish population. Human impact on marine ecosystems is also causing a reduction in the number of fish in the ocean and this favors the spread of jellyfish He […]

Floods in Australia: Thousands of echidnas and wombats risk being trapped underground

The […]

The dog abandoned at the airport tied to a pole, because he could not board with his "family"

It is the terrible story that comes from overseas and that rekindles the spotlight once again on the cruelty of the human being. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him It […]

Banned bee killer pesticides: Efsa waivers could return, under accusation

Neonicotinoid pesticides and bees, despite the bans and restrictions introduced in Europe, there is a risk that these substances, harmful to the health of pollinating insects, could return "through the back door" He […]

Tihar: the wonderful festival with which Nepal celebrates stray dogs

At this time of year, millions of people around the world - and in particular Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs - celebrate the festival of Diwali, also known as the "festival of lights". The anniversary, dedicated to the victory of good over […]

Dead wolf hanging from the bus stop: gruesome scene in Coriano

A macabre scene, which we never wanted to show you. The lifeless body of a wolf hanging from a bus stop, near Rimini, in Coriano He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

Pesticide juices: such as Florida oranges and lemons increase antibiotic resistance

Citrus fruits from Florida are full of streptomycin and oxytetracycline and now new studies tell us that these pesticides are resistant to antibiotics and very dangerous for human health. He is about […]

Puffin sighted after more than 100 years in the Gulf of Taranto

A puffin (Fratercula arctica) has been sighted in the waters of Taranto in recent days. It hadn't happened for over 100 years A […]

The German Shepherd hero who saved his human friend from a stroke

Brian Myers is 59 years old and suffered a stroke on January 16th. Luckily with him was Sadie, his faithful dog who immediately intervened to save his life. He is about to end up run over, his mother […]

Baby dolphin freed from a net rejoins his friend and thanks with a spectacular jump

The young dolphin thanks the fishermen with a spectacular jump, after being freed from a fishing net in which he was trapped A […]

Juboraj: farewell to the skeletal lion of the Cominlla zoo

Juboraj did not make it, the 18-year-old lion who until the end of his days continued to be an attraction for the hundreds of visitors to the Cominlla Zoo in Bangladesh. Clearly suffering and skeletal he has died in these days, after a life of […]

Dogs turned blue in Russia, chemical waste is investigated

A pack of stray dogs has turned blue in Russia probably due to contact with some chemical waste He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him In […]

Golden Retriever dogs "swim" in the snow for the first time and conquer TikTok

A video of two golden retrievers "swimming" in the snow has gone viral, with over 13,2 million views. A […]

Sick puppies without food and water for days, forced on grueling journeys, the shock investigation that reveals the cruel smuggling from Eastern Europe

Thousands of puppies smuggled from Poland to the UK, detained in poor condition and sold with false papers. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Puppies […]