A Virginia Tech research team puts necklaces equipped with small video cameras on black bears to gain insight into the bears’ daily activities. A typical encounter with a black bear in Virginia looks like this: you hear the rustle of leaves, then spot a patch of black fur as a large animal crawls through the […]
Month: July 2021
China claims progress on anti-inflation campaign – Radio Free Asia
China claimed an early victory in its battle against inflation, but the government’s tactics and economic policies left the outcome in doubt. On July 9, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that the producer price index (PPI) for June rose 8.8% from the previous year, declining slightly from a peak by 9% in 12 […]
How the animals at Welsh Mountain Zoo kept cool in the heat
GUARDIANS at the Welsh Mountain Zoo have found various ways to keep their animals cool. In response to the scorching weather (temperatures topped 27 degrees on Friday, July 23), the Colwyn Bay Zoo has put special measures in place to ensure their animals are comfortable in the heat. Snow leopards, with their thick fur, need […]
New conservation measures to protect bats in place in Pennsylvania state parks.
New conservation measures are in place in state parks across the state to help protect and maintain threatened and endangered bat habitats at the federal level. The new conservation measures limit the collection of firewood and the cutting of dead standing trees in certain areas in order to protect and maintain the habitats of the […]
Giant squirrels and wild cats on display at Pune Zoo
Outlook July 20, 2021 11:29 PM IST Giant squirrels and wild cats on display at Pune Zoo perspectivesinde.com 1970-01-01T05: 30: 00 + 0530 Pune, Jul 20 (PTI) The zoo run by the Municipality of Pune will soon have two new attractions for visitors – giant Indian squirrels and wild cats – officials said on Tuesday. […]
How Indian Photographers Are Actively Raising Conservation Awareness By Teaching Young People the Art of Wildlife Photography
Wildlife photography requires an understanding of animal behavior outside of photographic skills. Wildlife photography is generally considered to be one of the most challenging and rewarding genres due to the dynamic nature of the subject. It is based on chance and every brilliant move has a thousand wasted possibilities behind it. These Indian wildlife photographers […]
Fuel Bill to Boost Nigeria: Africa Energy Week in Cape Town commits to fostering collaboration, investment and deal-making in the energy sector in Nigeria
NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) recently paid a working visit to Nigeria with the sole mandate of expanding cooperation, reaffirming essential energy partnerships and promote the country as a premier investment destination, backed by the recently passed Petroleum Industry Bill (GDP) and the Decade of Gas initiative. By reiterating […]
San Diego Zoo, Safari Park to Begin Vaccinating Certain Animals Against COVID-19
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) – The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has said zoo and Safari Park staff will begin vaccinating some animals for COVID-19 “opportunistically” over the next few weeks or months. Last week, a spokesperson said that the zoo had received vaccines made from the purified and recombinant Zoetis advanced protein for use in […]
Bird lovers save eastern darter near lake Ameenpur
Sangareddy: Members of the Animal Warriors Conservation Society (AWCS) rescued a eastern darter (Anhinga melanogaster) that became entangled in discarded threads and released it safely to Lake Ameenpur in Sangareddy district. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has classified the beautiful bird as near threatened. Since the Ameenpur Peddacheruvu, which has been […]
I am grateful for the honor to the immigrant families of Montclair (Letter)
Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel Church at 94, rue Pine. FILE PHOTO The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, since its inception, built by Italian immigrants from southern Italy and Sicily, has been the foundation of the Fourth Parish of Montclair, a predominantly Italian-American and African neighborhood. American. It was a community of black and white families who shared […]
Omaha Zoo welcomes one millionth visitor to … Sioux Falls!
Going to the zoo is always a fun activity to do with family or friends. It’s a chance to see lions, tigers and bears in one place … oh my god! One zoo that’s not too far from the Sioux Empire is the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, Nebraska, which is about two […]
The deadlines of the conservation reserve program are approaching
BOZEMAN – Important deadlines for farmers and ranchers are fast approaching for the United States Department of Agriculture’s conservation reserve program. Enacted by President Reagan in 1985, the Conservation Reserve Program is one of the largest private land conservation programs in the country. USDA reminds landowners of two important registration deadlines for the program. Through […]
Africa’s largest oil producer passes a law to revolutionize its oil industry: what is it?
The Nigerian House of Representatives on Friday ratified the final draft of the so-called Petroleum Industry Law (GDP), approved the day before by the country’s Senate. Currently, Nigeria’s oil industry – Africa‘s largest, responsible for extracting 1.7 million barrels of crude oil per day – is regulated by the state-owned Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNCP), […]
Activists say 2 Syrian brown bears in Lebanon have flown to US
The two bears were released after animal rights activists convinced the zoo owner they deserved a place better than the small cages they had been kept in for more than 10 years. The bears were in the village of Hanaway, near the southern port city of Tire. “No animal should have to live in such […]
Mozambique: how Frelimo betrayed Samora Machel’s dream of a free Mozambique
Forty-six years ago Samora machel, leader of the Mozambique liberation movement and the country’s first president, stood before a euphoric crowd at Machava Stadium and declared the complete and total independence of Mozambique. He inspired the Mozambican people to imagine and build a new nation in which development, social justice, solidarity with – and caring […]
Crunchy’s birthday occasion to celebrate conservation – Bundaberg Now
Bite into the quoll at Alexandra Park Zoo Crunchy the spotted-tailed quoll celebrated its third birthday at the Alexandra Park Zoo this week, with the unique opportunity to see the native animal providing even more reason to celebrate. The status of the quoll species in Queensland changed from Vulnerable to Endangered under the Nature Conservation […]
A Story of Worms and Reptiles, By Majeed Dahiru
Bandits. Photo credit: Voice of America (VOA) Those who brought worm infested wood into the Nigerian home inadvertently invited reptiles, snakes and scorpions for breakfast, lunch and dinner. From Zamfara, Katsina to the states of Kaduna, Kebbi, Sokoto and Niger, terrorist shepherds now beatified as Fulani bandits have transformed the northwest corner of Nigeria into […]
North Carolina Zoo to Vaccinate Animals Against COVID-19 Soon
The NC Zoo will receive its first shipment of the experimental COVID-19 vaccine at the end of July. The primates in the zoo will be the first to be vaccinated. ASHEBORO, NC – Soon some animals in North Carolina will receive their own vaccine. The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro plans to vaccinate some of […]
“Get out of the water! Monster shark movies slaughter shark conservation – sciencedaily
Undeniably, the shark movie to End All Shark Movies, the 1975 blockbuster Jaws not only shattered box office expectations but forever changed the way we felt at the idea of ââgoing in the water – and our way of thinking about sharks. Now, for over 40 years (and over 100 shark films), the fear of […]
Guy criticizes zoo for expensive cheese sandwich and ‘no big animals’ – despite gorillas
A man criticized a zoo for having “no big animals” – although it is home to gorillas. Following a recent visit, Simon Ramsbottom took to TripAdvisor to complain about the Bristol Zoo, which is still home to 300 species as it moves sites. It was not just the supposed lack of impressive beasts in the […]
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall attend event hosted by wildlife conservation charity
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall attended a lavish 280-guest event that raises funds for a conservation charity founded by Camilla’s late brother Mark Shand. Prince Charles, 72, and Camilla, 73, stepped out of the ‘Starry Night in the Nilgiri Hills’ organized by the Elephant family today at Lancaster House in London. At […]
Tokyo 2020: Ellen White Helps GB Team to Olympic Victory Against New Zealand | Football news
Britain’s women’s football team beat New Zealand 3-0 on Wednesday in a friendly warm-up ahead of their campaign for the Tokyo Olympics. Ellen White scored a brace, while compatriot England Nikita Parris also scored the scoresheet. The game took place behind closed doors at Todoroki Stadium in the Greater Tokyo area. Hege Riise’s UK side […]
Bannerghatta Zoo still struggles to get beef for its carnivorous inmates – The New Indian Express
Express news service BENGALURU: Even five months after the anti-slaughtering of cattle bill came into effect, the management of the Bannerghatta Biological Park is struggling to meet the food needs of carnivores. Management has been feeding the zoo‘s lions, leopards and tigers chicken for over a year now. Reason: They have a hard time getting […]
Baby Animals Are Born Daily At Shedd Aquarium For Conservation Through Breeding Programs | ‘An Ocean on the Lake’ Episode 8
CHICAGO (WLS) – Breeding efforts at Shedd Aquarium are a big part of the conservation work staff and researchers engage in, and that means baby animals are born in Shedd every day. According to senior aquarist Rachel Zak, who currently works with marine fish larvae, said the county aquariums are actually working together on breeding […]
Christchurch Wildlife Park to become ‘MIQ’ for endangered African rhinos
Conservation Center.” style=”width:100%;display:inline-block”/> One to one hundred / provided A 3D render of the new Orana Park White Rhino Conservation Center. A Christchurch Zoo has joined an international partnership to help create a reserve population of white rhinos, to protect them from extinction in the wild. Orana Animal Park on Tuesday inaugurated its new $ […]
Charismatic, energetic lioness dies suddenly at Houston Zoo
The staff of the Houston Zoo mourn the loss of the animal kingdom’s largest land predator – Nimue, one of the zoo’s lions.The large cat was euthanized by staff on Saturday July 10 after being discovered completely unconscious. Vets discovered that an incision had opened following surgery on July 1 to remove bone fragments stuck […]
Why does pandemic recovery seek the hearts and souls of nations?
In her quest for EU membership in the early 2000s, Sofia started arguing about its possible membership of the euro zone. And, in fact, the number of experts and The politicians who are at least somewhat hesitant is not small. In addition, no country has adopted the common currency since 2015, when Lithuania abandoned its […]
Virus variants threaten global recovery, G20 warns
Variants, vaccine shortages increase risks-G20 Global tax deal on track for October signing But obstacles from the US and EU could complicate matters Call for financial stability VENICE, Italy, July 10 (Reuters) – An upsurge in new coronavirus variants and limited access to vaccines in developing countries threaten the global economic recovery, finance ministers from […]
After humans, creatures are taking the COVID-19 jab! Oakland Zoo is inoculating animals
A San Francisco Bay Area zoo is inoculating its big cats, bears and ferrets with the coronavirus. The effort is being made at the national level to protect animal species with the help of an experimental vaccine. Tigers Ginger and Molly were the first two animals at the Oakland Zoo to receive the vaccine this […]
Preservation group runs wildlife-focused Indy tours
Bears on a lamppost at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in downtown Indianapolis is part of the Indian Downtown Safari, a program of Indiana landmarks featuring architectural features and ornaments in the form of animals. Ryan Trares, Daily Journal Downtown Indianapolis can be a wild place at times. Lions roar along the sidewalks. Turtles glance […]
Rwanda sends 1,000 soldiers and police to fight Mozambican militants | Voice of America
Rwanda says it is sending 1,000 security agents to Cabo Delgado province in northern Mozambique to help fight Islamist militants who have terrorized the region. In a statement posted on the government website on Friday, Rwanda said the deployment would begin immediately and was being carried out at the request of the Mozambican government. Mozambican […]
Cincinnati Zoo animals will soon receive a special COVID-19 vaccine to protect them from the coronavirus
An orangutan training for a hand injectionPhoto: YouTube screenshot of the Cincinnati Zoo As the United States has failed to meet President Biden’s goal of vaccinating 70% of its human population against COVID-19 by July 4, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is preparing to launch its own program vaccination – but this time it’s […]
Fitch downgrades Tunisia to “B-”; Negative outlook
Fitch Ratings on Thursday downgraded Tunisia’s long-term default rating of foreign currency issuers (IDRs) to âB-â instead of âBâ. The Outlook is Negative. The downgrade to âB-â and the negative outlook reflect increased fiscal and external liquidity risks in the context of further delays in agreeing to a new program with the IMF, which is […]
What it means to be wild
In 1985, biologist Michael Soulé introduced the burgeoning field of conservation biology, a scientific response to the planet’s many ecological disturbances. Its purpose, he writes, was to support efforts to âconserve biological diversityâ. He also stated several core values ââto guide the emerging discipline; chief among them: Biodiversity has intrinsic value. Soulé also stressed that […]
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Mendota reporter | The Waterman Lions Show returns to normal in 2021
WATERMAN – After a 2020 year adjusted for COVID, the Waterman Lions Club will host a more traditional 21st annual Summerfest and Vintage Tractor and Truck Show on Saturday July 17 at Waterman Lions Park in Waterman. Publicity co-chair Pam Gaston describes the show as having a unique personality that sets it apart from some […]
Online Conference July 21 on the Conservation History of the Oregon Coast
Online Conference July 21 on the Conservation History of the Oregon Coast Posted 07/07/21 5:25 PM PDT By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff (Oregon Coast) – An online conference on July 21 will review conservation efforts on the Oregon coast and the complex movements and policies involved in keeping the state’s beaches in this pristine […]
EMERGING MARKETS – Stocks and currencies fall as Fed minutes and virus issues fuel caution
Band Ambar Warrick July 7 (Reuters) – Most emerging market currencies fell on Wednesday, as stocks were expected to experience their worst losing streak in 10 months, with investors fearing more hawkish signals from the minutes of the recent US Federal Reserve meeting. MSCI Emerging Market Currency Index .MIEM00000CUS fell 0.3% to a two-month low, […]
Perfect Honeymoon for Asian Lions | Rajkot News
Rajkot: The purring of lion cubs in the largest zoo run by the Gujarat Forestry Department, Sakkarbaug, in Junagadh, is getting louder by the day!Through successful breeding, the adoption of scientific methods to encourage mating, and mood-enhancing nutrition, no less than 40 cubs have been born in the zoo in the past 18 months. This […]
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Announces New $ 10,000 Prize for the Florida Python Challenge
The prize will be awarded to the participant who removes the most pythons The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the South Florida Water Management District and the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida are pleased to announce a new Ultimate Grand Prize of $ 10,000 exclusive to the Florida Python Challenge 2021 thanks […]
‘Hello, my name is South Africa … we have a collection …
(Photo: Lauren DeCicca / Getty Images) New research published in the South African Medical Journal has found compelling evidence that a blanket alcohol ban reduces the number of unnatural injury-related deaths, while curfews have less impact. Adele Baleta spoke with lead author Professor Tom Moultrie. New research published in the SA Medical Journal (SAMJ) found […]
Charity camper, 11, taking a nap with the lions for children’s charity
A n An 11-year-old boy who has raised half a million pounds camping outside for over a year takes his tent to London Zoo as part of his latest charity challenge. Max Woosey from Braunton in Devon “is living the dream” according to his mother, and is not only expected to sleep among creatures and […]
CDMT 2022-2024: As FG seeks a “new” loan of 15 trillion naira | The Guardian Nigeria News
The government regularly talks about tax reforms that would allow it to increase infrastructure spending and channel more resources into non-oil sector growth, but translating intention into action seems overkill as the medium-term spending framework and the 2022-2024 Paper budget strategy (MTEF / FSP nevertheless reflects old habits. In March, the country’s documented debt stock […]
Eagles released into the wild after suspected raccoon attack | State News
GLEN, Minnesota (AP) – A family of three bald eagles who were rescued and treated for injuries in what appeared to be an attack by another animal have been released back into the wild in eastern Minnesota. Lt. Robert Gorecki, a conservation officer with the state Department of Natural Resources, released the birds on Friday […]
Delta variant of Covid creates gap in emerging markets as outperformers strike
Countries lagging behind in vaccination rates, such as South Africa and Russia, could feel the pressure as they tighten restrictions that will hurt economic activity, according to Crédit Agricole CIB. Once the best performers of 2021, the rand and ruble were among those that pushed an emerging market currency index down in June for the […]
Big cats, bears and ferrets get COVID-19 vaccine at Oakland Zoo
San Francisco Bay Zoo Inoculates Big Cats, Bears, Ferrets With Coronavirus ThroughThe Associated Press 3 July 2021, 21:18 ⢠2 minutes to read Share on FacebookShare on twitterEmail this article OAKLAND, Calif .– A San Francisco Bay Area zoo is inoculating its big cats, bears and ferrets with the coronavirus as part of a nationwide […]
WATCH NOW: Changing landscapes bring new plant and animal species | Local
Common invasive species in the news that we hear about are Phragmites, Purple Loosestrife, Collared Doves, Wild pigs, a multitude of insects (wasps, ants, etc.) as well as many things that you donât miss. never would have thought. Many are terrestrial, many are not, and the list goes on. Invasive aquatic plants include algae, floating […]
Growing need to break China’s dominance in rare earth materials
Editor’s Note Rare earth elements are needed for a multitude of strategic and consumer requirements globally. So far, the Chinese have been the main producers and have also usurped the production of other big producers. It is a strategic weapon in the hands of the Chinese which can cause dysfunctions in many areas. However, although […]
Pulse of Nile water deepens regional crisis between Egypt and Ethiopia
The waters of the Nile rise in temperature as the summer progresses, but, like last year, it does not only due to the intense summer heat. As in 2020, Ethiopia insists on its intention to continue the second phase of filling the gigantic dam which is being finalized in its section of the river, even […]
One Tank Trips: Southwick Zoo | Connecticut News
MENDON, MA (WFSB) – This week’s edition of “One Tank Trips” sets out to explore exotic animals like flamingos, tigers and giraffes, all without ever leaving New England. It takes about 90 minutes to get to the Southwick Zoo in Mendon, Massachusetts. âWe call ourselves a zoo but more than a zoo,â said Betsey Brewer […]
An estimated 42.1% of Ghanaians own their homes
Friday 02 July 2021 / 14:43 / By Northcourt / Header Image Credit: Northcourt Ghanaian economy in 2020 The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines coupled with a decrease in the number of cases and easing of restrictions is expected to ease tenuous market feelings resulting from the discovery of new strains and the second wave that […]
Conservation plan established after 150 vultures were spotted in Valmiki Tiger Reserve in Bihar
A vulture rescue center will be set up in the Ganauli reserve to increase the number of vultures Vultures play an important role as natural scavengers. Photo: Mohd Imran Khan Authorities at Bihar’s Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) began planning for vulture conservation after 150 of the birds were sighted recently in the protected area. VTR […]
The OIE celebrates 10 years of rinderpest eradication
New The OIE celebrates 10 years of rinderpest eradication July 02, 2021 The OIE and iD4D underline the interest of vaccines on the occasion of the global eradication of rinderpest ten years ago. The global eradication of rinderpest gives cause for optimism in the fight against infectious animal diseases. While the recent COVID-19 pandemic has […]
On July 4th, Shaggy and new animals on safari round out this weekend’s events
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida – There was so much going on this 4th of July weekend that it was hard to narrow our list. From live reggae to a host of patriotic events, and even new animals on safari, here are your â5 fun things to do this weekendâ. 1) 18th Annual Florida Jerk Festival […]
Lord Howe Island Group – WorldAtlas
The Lord Howe Group of Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to countless unique plants and animals, many of which are endemic to the region. It is also home to a large population of nesting seabirds and is home to the world’s southernmost coral reef. The entire site covers over 361,000 […]
Africa’s turn to green energy
A handful of countries on the African continent have the potential to address future shortages of the minerals needed to drive green energy solutions, but investments, political, regulatory and infrastructure hurdles persist. -Due to future uncertainty, miners are unlikely to put money into Greenfield investments-Copper production in the DRC is supposed to explode– China’s involvement […]