Scientists thought ravens followed wolves for food. A 2.5-year GPS study told a different story.

Steve Brusatte book dives into everything you always wanted to know about birds

Fifty years ago, it would have seemed strange for a paleontologist to write a book about birds, but today we know why the pairing makes sense. Birds are dinosaurs: it’s as literally true as saying humans are mammals. The brontosaurus and the triceratops might have been wiped off the face of the planet 66 million []

Week in wildlife: paddling deer, a spring-loaded penguin and a rare sand cat

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Week in wildlife: Neil the seal, a pink grasshopper and condors in love

This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...

On the hunt: the ferocity and precision of Cooper’s hawks

A pair of Cooper’s hawks made their home in one photographer’s backyard. Over the last 18 months, he’s watched these wild birds adapt their routines to urban living

Anthropocentric Ethics vs. Biocentric Ethics

INTRODUCTION In “What is Science-Based Wildlife Management?” (June 2, 2026), I said one way to understand the question is to compare unregulated hunting of a century ago with contemporary wildlife

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲’𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠. 👀🐾

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲’𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠. 👀🐾 A simple change in camera angle is giving conservationists an entirely new way to study one of the world’s smallest and most elusive wild cats—the guiña. By pointing camera traps downward, researchers can identify individual cats by the unique markings on their backs, unlocking valuable data that could help protect this threatened species. Even better, this innovative technique may one day help researchers monitor other small wild cats around the world. Read more: https://news.mongabay.com/2026/06/telling-one-guina-from-another-its-all-about-the-angle/ #BigCatRescue #Conservation #TrailCameras #WildCats #Wildlife #SavingWildlife #SaveThePlanet

These wolves returned to California, but their eating habits have sparked alarm

A study on gray wolves' dietary preferences shows that the population regrowth is connected to the fact that wolves are feasting on cattle, while natural prey resources remain comparatively scarce. Researchers found cattle in 72 of scat samples collected.

Wildlife faces risks as extreme heat intensifies worldwide: Experts

Like humans, wildlife is increasingly vulnerable as climate change fuels longer and more intense heatwaves, disrupting feeding and breeding and in extreme cases proving fatal. The...

Beyond birds and mice, free-ranging cats eat a surprising number of insects

It’s pretty commonly known, and not very startling, that free-ranging cats eat birds and small rodents. But the degree to which they eat insects might surprise you. We are biologists who for many years have been trying to figure out what feral ...

Retinal Degeneration: Is Your Cat’s Diet Stealing Their Vision?

Most cat parents spend a lot of time thinking about what goes into their cat’s food bowl. But did you know that poor nutrition can actually cause your cat to slowly lose their vision? It’s true — and it’s one of the most overlooked connections in feline health. What Is Retinal Degeneration? The retina is [] The post Retinal Degeneration: Is Your Cat’s Diet Stealing Their Vision? appeared first on Animal Wellness Magazine.

Why two Edmonton locals are plotting a cross-country chase of a key migratory bird

Travelling along the Pan-American Highway, Timm Döbert and Leanna Carriere will highlight how the birds can play a significant role in directing conservation efforts. Data gathered from tracked birds will help researches understand how to respond to climate change based on the health of ecosystems along the highway.

A three-legged deer adopted babies, and people can’t stop sharing the photo

Tanya Decatur saw the makings of a perfect family photo from her front window on a recent sunny morning. A three-legged deer she named Tripod was standing on a Maine driveway with three fawns she had recently started caring for. Decatur, a hobbyist photographer, rushed to her bedroom to grab her camera. She captured Tripod, []

How leopards and wolves share the same Himalayan valley, study

Three of Asia’s most formidable predators share territory in a remote Nepal valley by eating different prey, according to a new study. Researchers found that diet, not time or space, is what keeps snow leopards (Panthera uncia), common leopards (Panthera pardus), and Himalayan wolves (Canis lupus chanco) from coming into direct conflict. The study, published []

Yes, cats do treat men and women differently. Researchers say it’s all in the meows.

Surprisingly, the answer has more to do with human behavior than feline preference. The post Yes, cats do treat men and women differently. Researchers say it’s all in the meows. appeared first on Upworthy.

17 Young Saker Falcons Begin Their Lives with Satellite Trackers

As part of the EU project “LIFE SakerRoads,” this year’s ringing and tagging season for the endangered saker falcons has been successfully completed. Thanks to modern satellite technology and meticulous field research, important data was collected that is intended to strengthen the long-term protection of these majestic birds of prey. As the Hungarian Society for [] The post 17 Young Saker Falcons Begin Their Lives with Satellite Trackers appeared first on Hungary Today.

Chaotic pigeons are helping redefine what we know about learning

Pigeons seem to defy a century-old psychology law about how rewards and consequences help us learn

Climate change pushing wading bird to brink in UK as numbers fall 89% – experts

The dotterel, which breeds in mountain habitats, could be the first bird species lost to climate change in the UK.

Study finds turtles are closely related to birds and crocodiles

Study finds turtles are closely related to birds and crocodiles

6-30-26 Tuesday

Jump to comments Jump to sidebar Cassandra’s keeping an eye on me. Zephyr’s havin’ a thought. (Or not.) It’s a rough life, kid. (That’s a yawn, not a hiss.) These kittens have suddenly all discovered the joy of rolling around with their feet in the air. Zephyr says “Mama, I...

Weird Cat Behaviors That Actually Make Perfect Sense

We have been sharing our lives with cats for thousands of years, yet we still find ourselves genuinely stumped by what they get up to. From chattering their teeth at the window to leaving dead mice at the door, these behaviors may look bizarre on the surface, but most of them have real explanations rooted []

Wildlife attacks, pests caused over RM1.4m in farm losses in 2025-2026, deputy minister says

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin said wildlife attacks an...

Citizen science in Japan’s Ogasawara Islands spotlights ties between ships and birds

A recent study has shed new light on seabirds' tendencies to follow ships near the island chain and highlights the role wildlife enthusiasts can play in research.

Indian Premier Modi says Seychelles valued maritime partner

After arriving for 3-day visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi enthusiastically fed large turtles, including 194-year-old famed Jonathan, recognized as world's oldest living land animal

Western North Carolina barn owls become international sensation

Wildlife biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commisssion set up a remote camera in Western North Carolina to share the life experiences of the barn owl, who are currently listed as a Species of Special Concern.

Why South Africa’s leopards shrank to half their normal size

A hidden population of South African leopards has revealed a remarkable evolutionary story. Researchers analyzing entire leopard genomes discovered that the Cape Floristic Region’s leopards are not only much smaller than most African leopards, but also genetically distinct after being isolated for roughly 20,000 years. Surprisingly, despite their small population, they have retained much of their genetic diversity.

Discovering one of the ‘most special places on Earth’ on an unlikely trip

I wasn’t getting my hopes up about having any meaningful wildlife encounters. One minute after stepping onto the Otago Peninsula, I’m eating my knitted beanie.

Securing India’s livestock feed supply chain in a changing climate

Climate variability is becoming the new normal, and ensuring reliable access to feed ingredients will be essential to protecting livestock productivity

Senior Cat Has the Most Special Bond With Much Younger Sibling

Some friendships seem destined from the very beginning, and that’s exactly how it unfolded for two orange cats named Diggle and Nala. Despite a six-year age gap and very different personalities, the pair formed an instant connection the moment they first locked eyes, and five years later, they still rarely leave each other’s side. Senior [] The post Senior Cat Has the Most Special Bond With Much Younger Sibling appeared first on CatTime.

Scientists in horror eyesight warning as common pet parasite 'infecting up to third of world's population'

Scientists publishing a new, global study have called for the World Health Organisation (WHO) to recognise the dangers posed by a common parasite that infects cats

Coyote attacks 2 cats in Mid-city

A coyote attack on a cat was caught on camera in L.A.'s Mid-City neighborhood earlier this week. The viewer who shared the video with KTLA said another cat was killed in the area. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

The Hen Report: “Everything Changes, Yet Nothing Changes” | Horse Carriage Ban, Vegan Food Policy & Animal Testing News

Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan catch up on New York City happenings and dig into major animal advocacy news, from a vegan appointee shaping the city’s food policy to the fight to finally end horse-drawn carriages after a tragic event. They also cover a legal win for student activists, RFK Jr.’s surprisingly bipartisan push to reduce animal testing, and a call

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Every Confirmed Animal Revealed for Planet Zoo 2 So Far

These are all the currently confirmed animal species for Planet Zoo 2.

Chris Packham: 'I'd throw myself in front of a T. Rex to be consumed'

As Chris Packham gears up for his new TV show, Evolution, he tells Penny Sarchet why understanding the latest evolutionary science is so important if we are to truly appreciate the natural world - and how he would happily die at the hands of a Tyrannosaurus rex

Global boom in livestock farming since 2006 is piling pressure on nature, report finds

Wildlife at risk as demand for cropland and water grows to feed 50 rise in farmed animals, campaign alliance saysThe number of mammals and poultry farmed worldwide has increased by half in the last two decades, research shows, and the amount of cropland used for feeding livestock has increased by about a quarter.These increases are putting rising pressure on natural systems, threatening wildlife and plant species and adding to the climate crisis. Continue reading...

The Buns Are Back

Well, one is. I used to have lots of bunnies in my backyard - see this post as an example! Over time, I started seeing fewer and fewer of the bunnies and more of the foxes. The other day, though, I pulled in and there this little one was! I asked her to please tell all her friends about my backyard, so maybe I’ll start seeing them more often again.