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Rare twins born in DRC raise cautious hope for endangered mountain gorillas
Africa’s great elephant divide: countries struggle with too many elephants – or too few
Birdwatch: Cold snap brings fieldfares and redwings to the fore
Horses can smell fear in humans, researchers say
Former NSW Labor minister condemns Forestry Corporation after greater glider ‘den trees’ found at planned logging site
Rare twins born in DRC raise cautious hope for endangered mountain gorillas
It was noon by the time Jacques Katutu first saw the newborn mountain gorillas. Cradled in the arms of their mother, Mafuko, the tiny twins clung to her body for warmth in the forest clearing in Virunga national park, in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Africa’s great elephant divide: countries struggle with too many elephants – or too few
In countries such as South Sudan, the great herds have all but disappeared. But further south, conservation success mean increasing human-wildlife conflict
Birdwatch: Cold snap brings fieldfares and redwings to the fore
Horses can smell fear in humans, researchers say
Former NSW Labor minister condemns Forestry Corporation after greater glider ‘den trees’ found at planned logging site
Two Asian otters put down at Telford zoo over health conditions
Baby goats found dumped in Kent bin recovering well
Dolphins and young rescued after stranding on Orkney beach
'This mysterious little beast is returning to our forests': Rare images of Europe's 'ghost cat'
Monkeys on the loose in St Louis, Missouri after four-day search
Two Asian otters put down at Telford zoo over health conditions
Otters Starsky and Hutch were born at the zoo in 2015 and had lived there their whole lives Two Asian small-clawed otters have been put down by a Telford zoo due to long standing health conditions with their kidneys. Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World says it decided to let the male otters go "peacefully together".
Baby goats found dumped in Kent bin recovering well
Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats Things are looking positive now for Veolia and Biffa Two baby goats found dumped in a bin are recovering well following their "poor start" to life, according those looking after them.
Dolphins and young rescued after stranding on Orkney beach
'This mysterious little beast is returning to our forests': Rare images of Europe's 'ghost cat'
Monkeys on the loose in St Louis, Missouri after four-day search
Revealing the hidden kingdom of seahorses
These unearthly whale songs helped save humpbacks from extinction
How scientists learn from the masters of invisibility: octopuses
Inside the sacred wolf hunts of western Mongolia
Incredibly rare mountain gorilla twins born in Virunga: 'It’s kind of miraculous'
Revealing the hidden kingdom of seahorses
On a Bahamian island, in a landlocked lagoon, the planet’s densest collection of seahorses is offering scientists new insights into the secret lives of one of the world’s most mysterious fish.
These unearthly whale songs helped save humpbacks from extinction
Once at risk of being wiped out, humpback whales charted a remarkable comeback thanks to their songs. In 1979, National Geographic issued a record-breaking album of those tunes alongside a story about Roger Payne's groundbreaking research.
How scientists learn from the masters of invisibility: octopuses
Inside the sacred wolf hunts of western Mongolia
Incredibly rare mountain gorilla twins born in Virunga: 'It’s kind of miraculous'
This fish may play a hole in its head like a drum
Animal personalities can play a big role in saving species
How cheetah mummies could help bring the species back to Arabia
Among chimpanzees, thrill-seeking peaks in toddlerhood
Queen bumblebees are poor foragers thanks to sparse tongue hair
This fish may play a hole in its head like a drum
For the rockhead poacher, the noises are all in its head. The fish is a pint-size, unassuming inhabitant of nearshore shallows, but it has a conspicuous divot in the top of its skull that appears to work like a drum.
Animal personalities can play a big role in saving species
From bold foxes to gregarious birds, animals’ personalities are increasingly being seen as crucial to conservation efforts.
How cheetah mummies could help bring the species back to Arabia
Among chimpanzees, thrill-seeking peaks in toddlerhood
Queen bumblebees are poor foragers thanks to sparse tongue hair
Bird Flu Virus Might Resist Fever, Study in Mice Finds
More Than 71% of Americans Oppose Common Factory Farming Practices
Police Bodycams Reveal Pattern of Deference to Meat Industry
Could the Fight Against Animal Testing Help Farm Animals? Some Advocates Are Shifting Tactics
Could the U.S. Switch to Regenerative Chicken? Only if Americans Ate This Much Less
Bird Flu Virus Might Resist Fever, Study in Mice Finds
Running a temperature helps humans protect themselves from infections, but research testing avian flu viruses in mice suggests these strains share a trait with those that caused some of the world’s worst pandemics: the ability to resist a fever.
More Than 71% of Americans Oppose Common Factory Farming Practices
Nearly all livestock in the United States is raised in industrial facilities , where animals are often kept in cramped, harsh conditions.
Police Bodycams Reveal Pattern of Deference to Meat Industry
Could the Fight Against Animal Testing Help Farm Animals? Some Advocates Are Shifting Tactics
Could the U.S. Switch to Regenerative Chicken? Only if Americans Ate This Much Less
Rare nocturnal parrots in New Zealand are breeding for the first time in 4 years — here's why
Did any cat breeds develop naturally?
Did reintroducing Wolves to Yellowstone really cause an ecological cascade?
Orcas are adopting terrifying new behaviors. Are they getting smarter?
Last of its kind dodo relative spotted in a remote Samoan rainforest
Rare nocturnal parrots in New Zealand are breeding for the first time in 4 years — here's why
The critically endangered kakapo have entered their first breeding season in four years, officials report. (Image credit: Liu Yang/Getty Images) A critically endangered, flightless parrot species is breeding for the first time in four years in New Zealand, officials announced Jan. 6.
Did any cat breeds develop naturally?
Of the more than 600 million cats across the globe, less than 10% belong to a specific breed. But are these purebred cats the result of human intervention, or did some develop naturally? The answer is more complicated than it might seem. According to Leslie A.
Did reintroducing Wolves to Yellowstone really cause an ecological cascade?
Orcas are adopting terrifying new behaviors. Are they getting smarter?
Last of its kind dodo relative spotted in a remote Samoan rainforest
Some Antarctic fish arrange their nests into odd shapes
Woodpeckers grunt like tennis players when they peck
Polar bears leave thousands of tons of food scraps for other species
Let’s learn about lab-grown meat
Flamingos hunt by creating their own underwater tornadoes
Some Antarctic fish arrange their nests into odd shapes
Scientists found nests organized into curves, clusters and ovals on the Antarctic seabed. Such groupings may protect the fish eggs from predators.
Woodpeckers grunt like tennis players when they peck
Muscle movements and breathing team up to give these birds their iconic hammering motion
Polar bears leave thousands of tons of food scraps for other species
Let’s learn about lab-grown meat
Flamingos hunt by creating their own underwater tornadoes
Big, barking, bellowing sea lions back in B.C.'s Howe Sound
Province considering expansion of black bear hunting in B.C.
Whooping cranes infected with avian influenza died near Saskatoon | CBC News
Manitoba judge orders NDP government to reconsider polar bear viewing permits for Churchill ecotourism company
Giraffe dies after being caught in habitat door at Toronto Zoo
Big, barking, bellowing sea lions back in B.C.'s Howe Sound
Sea lions are back for their annual visit to B.C.'s Howe Sound and have taken over two private docks, sending a cacophony of barking and bellowing through West Vancouver. West Vancouver Mayor Mark Sager admits people have complained to him about the ruckus.
Province considering expansion of black bear hunting in B.C.
Black bears are currently a legal huntable species in B.C. Now, the provincial government is mulling a proposal to expand the black bear hunting season in response to fruit and vegetable producers requesting an extension.
Whooping cranes infected with avian influenza died near Saskatoon | CBC News
Manitoba judge orders NDP government to reconsider polar bear viewing permits for Churchill ecotourism company
Giraffe dies after being caught in habitat door at Toronto Zoo
City of Surrey fines owner after fatal dog attack, but animal remains still missing - BC
Delay forces judge to drop charges against teen in Toronto animal cruelty case
Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack while hiking in Colorado
Edmonton Valley Zoo plans facility upgrades with new animals, attractions
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s French sex symbol turned animal rights activist, dies at 91
City of Surrey fines owner after fatal dog attack, but animal remains still missing - BC
Animal law lawyer V. Victoria Shroff, K.C. said that the owners of the attacking dog might have committed a crime by allegedly disposing of Lucky's body after the attack.
Delay forces judge to drop charges against teen in Toronto animal cruelty case
A judge has tossed the charges against a Toronto teen who was accused in the death of a cat and causing harm to a raccoon in 2024 in the Riverdale neighbourhood.
Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack while hiking in Colorado
Edmonton Valley Zoo plans facility upgrades with new animals, attractions
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s French sex symbol turned animal rights activist, dies at 91
Whales Are in Danger in N.Y. Waterways: ‘Like Deer Crossing the Road’
In the Arctic, Drones Help Identify Deadly Virus in Whales
How the Pandemic Lockdowns Changed a Songbird’s Beak
Killer Whales Find an ‘Unlikely Friend’ in Dolphins
Utah Tries Relocating Beavers to Save Them, and Remake the Landscape
Whales Are in Danger in N.Y. Waterways: ‘Like Deer Crossing the Road’
Just before noon on a Sunday in October, passengers settled onto the upper deck of the American Princess, a 95-foot cruising vessel that departed from Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, into the Atlantic Ocean in search of whales. They did not have to wait long to find one.
In the Arctic, Drones Help Identify Deadly Virus in Whales
In northern Norway, scientists detected a disease-causing virus in humpback whales by flying drones over them. It is the first time the virus, known as cetacean morbillivirus, has been identified in Arctic waters.
How the Pandemic Lockdowns Changed a Songbird’s Beak
Killer Whales Find an ‘Unlikely Friend’ in Dolphins
Utah Tries Relocating Beavers to Save Them, and Remake the Landscape
A new treaty comes into force to govern life on the high seas
Involuntary parks: Human conflict is creating unintended refuges for wildlife
5 unexpected animal behaviors we learned about in 2025
Camera traps in China capture first-ever footage of Amur tigress with five cubs
The conservation ledger: What we lost and what we gained in 2025
A new treaty comes into force to govern life on the high seas
A new United Nations treaty governing biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction will enter into force on January 17th 2026, creating the first global framework to conserve life on the high seas.
Involuntary parks: Human conflict is creating unintended refuges for wildlife
Involuntary parks — areas made largely untenable for human habitation due to environmental contamination, war, border disputes or other forms of conflict and violence — have often unintentionally benefited nature, with flora and fauna sometimes thriving in the absence of people.
5 unexpected animal behaviors we learned about in 2025
Camera traps in China capture first-ever footage of Amur tigress with five cubs
The conservation ledger: What we lost and what we gained in 2025
CDC Seeks to End Program Using Monkeys in Research
Tyson Foods Agrees to Stop Making 'Net-zero' and 'Climate-smart Beef' Claims
Appeal Filed Over Court Decision Letting EPA Suppress Factory Farm Air Pollution Reporting
A Dog Named Smokey Reunites with Guardian After Being Kidnapped
Lawsuit to Proceed Against USDA for Issuing Animal Welfare Act License to Yellowstone Bear World
CDC Seeks to End Program Using Monkeys in Research
The Animal Legal Defense Fund continues to advocate for animals suffering in research labs
Tyson Foods Agrees to Stop Making 'Net-zero' and 'Climate-smart Beef' Claims
Lawsuit alleged Tyson Foods falsely claimed it will be net-zero by 2050 and marketed its industrial beef products as “climate-smart”
Appeal Filed Over Court Decision Letting EPA Suppress Factory Farm Air Pollution Reporting
A Dog Named Smokey Reunites with Guardian After Being Kidnapped
Lawsuit to Proceed Against USDA for Issuing Animal Welfare Act License to Yellowstone Bear World
New Florida law creates animal cruelty offender database
The City of Latrobe has a new partnership with a no-kill nonprofit for animal control service
Lodi Animal Services expands shelter space with new facility set to open in March
Dallas volunteers help shelter animals cope with fireworks
Hundreds of marine animals from Miami Seaquarium find new home at Children's Aquarium Dallas
New Florida law creates animal cruelty offender database
Animal shelters across South Florida say a new law that took effect this week will help protect pets and hold offenders accountable .
The City of Latrobe has a new partnership with a no-kill nonprofit for animal control service
A new year often means fresh starts, and for animals in Westmoreland County, it means a second chance at life. The City of Latrobe, Leechburg and Allegheny Township have all partnered with Whiskey Acres Rescue and Sanctuary for 2026, a no-kill animal non-profit.
Lodi Animal Services expands shelter space with new facility set to open in March
Dallas volunteers help shelter animals cope with fireworks
Hundreds of marine animals from Miami Seaquarium find new home at Children's Aquarium Dallas
Extreme heat is breaking honey bees’ natural cooling system
Coral reefs could feed millions if we let them rebuild
We are living in a golden age of species discovery
These Bald Eagles fly the wrong way every year and stun scientists
Bird flu’s surprising heat tolerance has scientists worried
Extreme heat is breaking honey bees’ natural cooling system
Honey bees can normally keep their hives perfectly climate-controlled, but extreme heat can overwhelm their defenses. During a scorching Arizona summer, researchers found that high temperatures caused damaging temperature fluctuations inside hives, leading to population declines.
Coral reefs could feed millions if we let them rebuild
The world is now home to about 8.3 billion people, and millions still do not have enough nutritious food. As concerns about food security grow, scientists are looking beyond land for solutions. New research suggests the ocean could play a much larger role than previously thought.
We are living in a golden age of species discovery
These Bald Eagles fly the wrong way every year and stun scientists
Bird flu’s surprising heat tolerance has scientists worried
Factory farms don’t just stink — they make it harder to breathe, too
The World Bank has a factory-farm climate problem
Rez dogs are feeling the heat from climate change
Want to sequester carbon? Save wild animals.
An ‘emerging crisis’: The climate is changing too fast for plants and animals to adapt
Factory farms don’t just stink — they make it harder to breathe, too
New maps show that where animal feeding operations exist, higher percentages of Latino and uninsured residents also live.
The World Bank has a factory-farm climate problem
Development banks sent $2.3 billion to industrial animal agriculture in 2023.
Rez dogs are feeling the heat from climate change
Want to sequester carbon? Save wild animals.
An ‘emerging crisis’: The climate is changing too fast for plants and animals to adapt
A Controversial Fishing Method May Dredge Up a Climate Time Bomb
Why Are Rabbits Sprouting Tentacles?
Pessimistic Dogs Are Better at Smelling Cancer—And Other Keys to Disease-Sniffing Success
The Law That Saved the Whales Is Under Attack
Billions of Starfish Have Disintegrated—and Scientists Finally Know Why
A Controversial Fishing Method May Dredge Up a Climate Time Bomb
Bottom trawling is a fishing practice that is notoriously destructive to seafloor ecosystems. Now there’s growing evidence that it might unleash planet-warming carbon
Why Are Rabbits Sprouting Tentacles?
Rabbits spotted with hornlike growths on their face in northern Colorado are doing better than they look
Pessimistic Dogs Are Better at Smelling Cancer—And Other Keys to Disease-Sniffing Success
The Law That Saved the Whales Is Under Attack
Billions of Starfish Have Disintegrated—and Scientists Finally Know Why
Stunning But Dangerous: Rare Blue Dragons Are Forcing Beaches to Close
Swarms of Tiny Catfish Seen Climbing Waterfalls in Surprise Discovery
Your Dog Has a Unique Ability to Read Your Mind. Here's Why.
Scientists Discover Tiny Prehistoric Whale Species That Was Human-Sized
Ants Are 'Superefficient' at Teamwork, Scientists Discover
Stunning But Dangerous: Rare Blue Dragons Are Forcing Beaches to Close
Last week, a 'blue fleet' of tiny dragons forced the closure of several beaches in Spain.
Swarms of Tiny Catfish Seen Climbing Waterfalls in Surprise Discovery
Under the cover of darkness, thousands of tiny bumblebee catfish were caught orange finned by police, wriggling their way up a waterfall in Brazil.
Your Dog Has a Unique Ability to Read Your Mind. Here's Why.
Scientists Discover Tiny Prehistoric Whale Species That Was Human-Sized
Ants Are 'Superefficient' at Teamwork, Scientists Discover
California woman on trial for taking chickens from Perdue Farms' plant says she was rescuing them
A German zoo faces a backlash after killing 12 healthy baboons
Trump administration sues California over egg prices and blames animal welfare laws
Turkey's top court upholds controversial law on culling of stray dogs
Mexico City bans violent bullfighting, sparking fury and celebration
California woman on trial for taking chickens from Perdue Farms' plant says she was rescuing them
A California animal rights activist on trial for taking four chickens from one of Perdue Farms’ major poultry plants said Tuesday that she was rescuing Poppy, Ivy, Aster, and Azalea from abuse while prosecutors say she broke the law.
A German zoo faces a backlash after killing 12 healthy baboons
A zoo in the German city of Nuremberg says it has killed 12 baboons despite protests, capping a saga rooted in concerns that the zoo had too little space to house a growing group of the animals.
Trump administration sues California over egg prices and blames animal welfare laws
Turkey's top court upholds controversial law on culling of stray dogs
Mexico City bans violent bullfighting, sparking fury and celebration
Do goldfish really only have a 3 second memory?
‘Tusked’ animal found living at bottom of 5,000m-deep ocean. It was carrying something strange
Oldest living animal ever found suggests Atlantic Ocean is close to tipping point, say scientists
Rare creature lost for 130 years found hiding in Chilean mountains
Do goldfish really only have a 3 second memory?
The prevalent myth that goldfish only have a three-second memory does goldfish a great disservice, says Ellen Husain . In fact, goldfish can retain memories for at least three months, can be trained, and can also tell the time.
‘Tusked’ animal found living at bottom of 5,000m-deep ocean. It was carrying something strange
Scientists say it's the first time this behaviour has ever been seen.
Oldest living animal ever found suggests Atlantic Ocean is close to tipping point, say scientists
Rare creature lost for 130 years found hiding in Chilean mountains
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
A lesson learned after pets were left behind in Hurricane Katrina: Save the animals
She's 74 — and expecting: Wisdom the albatross astounds once again
Billions of cicadas will buzz this spring as two broods emerge at the same time
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
VELAS, India — Little kids giddily squeal as a baby sea turtle, flippers flapping, lurches toward the water with the grace of a drunk lunging for a cab at closing time. Tourists applaud as about a dozen more palm-sized hatchlings stumble into the sea.
A lesson learned after pets were left behind in Hurricane Katrina: Save the animals
People were forced to leave their pets behind during Hurricane Katrina, creating an unprecedented animal welfare crisis that has shaped the country's disaster response ever since.
She's 74 — and expecting: Wisdom the albatross astounds once again
Billions of cicadas will buzz this spring as two broods emerge at the same time
'I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding...' Meet the vegan stars advocating for animal rights
Experts stunned by incredible comeback of unique creatures driven to brink of extinction: 'It's amazing'
Scientists stunned by striking behavior shift across hundreds of animal species: 'That is not always correct'
Officials discover 'one of the rarest fish in America' thriving in secret creek for first time in a decade: 'It has the will to survive'
'I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding...' Meet the vegan stars advocating for animal rights
Veganuary 2026 is the perfect time to take inspiration from those leading the plant-based movement. From boosting health to protecting the environment, or simply standing up for animals, these celebrities are thriving on vegan diets while using their fame to inspire change. Find out who they are...
Experts stunned by incredible comeback of unique creatures driven to brink of extinction: 'It's amazing'
The Blue-billed Curassow population is rising thanks to the great efforts of conservationists in South America.
Scientists stunned by striking behavior shift across hundreds of animal species: 'That is not always correct'
Officials discover 'one of the rarest fish in America' thriving in secret creek for first time in a decade: 'It has the will to survive'
American voters support animal welfare — and MAGA is seizing on it
Can we ever understand our dogs?
The massive stakes of the Trump administration’s plans to end animal testing
American voters support animal welfare — and MAGA is seizing on it
Recently, something incredibly rare happened: American policymakers at the highest levels of government committed to tackling animal cruelty. Specifically, late last month, the Trump administration announced a multi-agency “strike force” to crack down on animal abuse.
Can we ever understand our dogs?
The animal researcher who tried to experience the world through the nose of a dog.
The massive stakes of the Trump administration’s plans to end animal testing
Activists plead for help as Canada marine park threatens to euthanize 30 belugas
Two supermarket chains suspend supplies after pig cruelty reports
One man gored and others bruised in Spain’s bull running festival
World’s oldest known wild bird hatches new chick at age 70
Activists plead for help as Canada marine park threatens to euthanize 30 belugas
The now-defunct Marineland park says it is running out of money and has no other options to care for the animals after Canadian authorities blocked their export to a Chinese water park
Two supermarket chains suspend supplies after pig cruelty reports
Covert footage appeared to show workers at Northmoor Farm in Lincolnshire abusing piglets
One man gored and others bruised in Spain’s bull running festival
World’s oldest known wild bird hatches new chick at age 70
Should scientists be allowed to edit the genes of wild animals? Top conservation groups just voted yes
Charging gorilla named Denny breaks glass barrier at San Diego Zoo enclosure
Cicadas incoming: Billions of winged insects emerging in the U.S.
Should scientists be allowed to edit the genes of wild animals? Top conservation groups just voted yes
The world’s largest network of environmental groups approved the exploration of genetic engineering tools to aid in the preservation of animal species.
Charging gorilla named Denny breaks glass barrier at San Diego Zoo enclosure
The zoo said neither people nor primates were injured after the 10-year-old western lowland gorilla broke one of three layers on a tempered glass panel.
Cicadas incoming: Billions of winged insects emerging in the U.S.
Insect applications to open wounds by chimpanzees in the wild: first insights from East African chimpanzees
Exclusive: Inside the thriving wild-animal markets that could start the next pandemic
Insect applications to open wounds by chimpanzees in the wild: first insights from East African chimpanzees
Scientific Reports - Insect applications to open wounds by chimpanzees in the wild: first insights from East African chimpanzees
Exclusive: Inside the thriving wild-animal markets that could start the next pandemic
Live-animal markets are a natural laboratory for viruses to evolve and spark deadly outbreaks, yet scientists lack support to study the risks they pose.
From gibbons to a ‘psychedelic’ tarantula, the most-endangered species
Why Craig the elephant’s death is a victory for conservationists
From gibbons to a ‘psychedelic’ tarantula, the most-endangered species
A bright ginger gibbon, a “psychedelic” tarantula and a falcon prized by Saudi princes are among the animals and plants that a conservation organisation says most need help in 2026.
Why Craig the elephant’s death is a victory for conservationists
The Kenyan ‘super tusker’ carried nearly 100kg of ivory. The fact that he lived to 54 and died of natural causes is a landmark in the fight against poaching
Florida man accused of tying up, abandoning dog during Hurricane Milton cleared of charges — sparking outrage: ‘I’m disgusted’
The Post goes undercover: Queens pet store selling Asian-bred pups for up to $38K despite NY sale ban
Florida man accused of tying up, abandoning dog during Hurricane Milton cleared of charges — sparking outrage: ‘I’m disgusted’
The Florida man accused of tying his dog to a fence while fleeing the state to avoid the wrath of Hurricane Milton had his animal cruelty charges dropped by prosecutors, sparking outrage from the community that rescued the pooch.
The Post goes undercover: Queens pet store selling Asian-bred pups for up to $38K despite NY sale ban
The Empire State's landmark “Puppy Mill Pipeline Act” outlawed the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits last December, prompting many stores to frantically offer bargain prices to clear out their furry inventory.
Kindhearted Bus Driver Opens His Doors To A Koala In Need Of A Ride
Manager Finds Sealed Box Hidden Behind Trash Bins With A 'Gentle' Animal Inside
Kindhearted Bus Driver Opens His Doors To A Koala In Need Of A Ride
He didn’t have money for the bus fare — but in an act of kindness and compassion, this furry passenger was welcomed aboard regardless. Last Saturday night, a bus driver in Brisbane, Australia, spotted a lone koala dashing across a busy road.
Manager Finds Sealed Box Hidden Behind Trash Bins With A 'Gentle' Animal Inside
It was a typical morning in Brooklyn, New York, the other day, when AMA Animal Rescue’s (AMAAR) shelter manager made a shocking discovery while entering work. She found a sealed cardboard box hidden behind two large trash cans, and when she saw the writing on top, her heart dropped.
PETA meets MAGA as RFK Jr. takes on animal testing
Marine park plagued by animal deaths, welfare concerns closing after 70 years
PETA meets MAGA as RFK Jr. takes on animal testing
RFK Jr.’s moves to limit animal testing in drug trials could pull animal rights voters into the Republican camp, experts say.
Marine park plagued by animal deaths, welfare concerns closing after 70 years
The Miami Seaquarium has been the subject of scrutiny for years. After a bankruptcy and failed eviction, it is closing its doors.
Oregon zoo owner indicted on more than 300 animal neglect charges
Oregon zoo owner indicted on more than 300 animal neglect charges
A grand jury has indicted the owner of an Oregon zoo on more than 300 counts of animal neglect and other charges after police said they found drugs and guns at the facility
Animal rights activist on trial over chickens taken from Petaluma slaughterhouse
Animal rights activist on trial over chickens taken from Petaluma slaughterhouse
"They're still alive today and that means everything." A recent UC Berkeley graduate and animal activist is facing years in prison for taking chickens she said were being abused. A question at the center of her trial - did she rescue them or steal them?
Baby sandhill cranes rescued, adopted by new parent in conservation success story in suburban Chicago
Baby sandhill cranes rescued, adopted by new parent in conservation success story in suburban Chicago
The two young colts were first spotted by the Chicago Bird Collision Monitors after their parent became too injured to keep them safe. Another crane at the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center became a…
Can Animals Feel? A New Roadmap for Consciousness
Can Animals Feel? A New Roadmap for Consciousness
A philosophy scholar has developed a practical “decision tree” to help scientists and ethicists evaluate which creatures may be conscious.
Wolverines are coming back to Colorado, state plan includes roadkill, avalanche chutes
Wolverines are coming back to Colorado, state plan includes roadkill, avalanche chutes
Colorado is a step closer to returning wolverines to the state’s high-alpine landscapes. The wolverine reintroduction plan is set to be presented to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Thursday morning.
Vegans deserve same legal protection as religious people, UK judge rules
Vegans deserve same legal protection as religious people, UK judge rules
A judge has ruled that ethical veganism qualifies as a philosophical belief protected under UK law.
8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary
8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary
A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.
Why Republicans are trying to roll back a law that has protected whales, seals and other sea animals for over 50 years
Why Republicans are trying to roll back a law that has protected whales, seals and other sea animals for over 50 years
Republican lawmakers are targeting one of the U.S.’s longest standing pieces of environmental legislation, credited with helping save rare whales from extinction.
Miami Seaquarium is Closing After 70 Years: What to Know
Miami Seaquarium is Closing After 70 Years: What to Know
The park has been a staple of Miami's tourism scene since the 1950s.
Granting Rights to Animals Doesn't Undermine Human Rights
Granting Rights to Animals Doesn't Undermine Human Rights
In proposing the Species Membership Approach, Raffael Fasel argues against the misplaced fears that granting legal rights and personhood to nonhumans would weaken human rights.
Do Animal Rights Undermine Human Rights?
Do Animal Rights Undermine Human Rights?
The proposal to grant rights to non-human animals has raised the question of whether such a step undermines human rights. A first approach claims that animal rights strengthen the protection of human…
A Cow Ran Away from a Slaughterhouse Days Before She Was Scheduled to Die. Then, the Community Rallied Behind Her
A Cow Ran Away from a Slaughterhouse Days Before She Was Scheduled to Die. Then, the Community Rallied Behind Her
Mootilda the cow escaped from a meat processing plant in Arizona in August 2025, where she was scheduled to die within days. The cow now resides at Aimee’s Farm Animal Sanctuary in San Tan Valley.
Congress shouldn’t override state and local farm animal welfare laws
Congress shouldn’t override state and local farm animal welfare laws
Federalism is worth defending. So is the idea that we should treat farm animals better, if for no other reason than that harming sentient beings is usually wrong.
The Airlift Operation That Has Transformed Pet Adoption
The Airlift Operation That Has Transformed Pet Adoption
Euthanasia in an under-equipped shelter used to be the fate of many dogs in Texas. Then chartered planes started bringing them North.
The growing exotic pet trade drives illegal sales online and a push for tighter rules
The growing exotic pet trade drives illegal sales online and a push for tighter rules
A growing exotic pet trade has conservationists calling for stronger regulations to protect the reptiles, birds and other animals in the wild that are increasingly showing up for sale on internet marketplaces and becoming popular on social media.
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
A lesson learned after pets were left behind in Hurricane Katrina: Save the animals
She's 74 — and expecting: Wisdom the albatross astounds once again
Billions of cicadas will buzz this spring as two broods emerge at the same time
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
VELAS, India — Little kids giddily squeal as a baby sea turtle, flippers flapping, lurches toward the water with the grace of a drunk lunging for a cab at closing time. Tourists applaud as about a dozen more palm-sized hatchlings stumble into the sea.
A lesson learned after pets were left behind in Hurricane Katrina: Save the animals
People were forced to leave their pets behind during Hurricane Katrina, creating an unprecedented animal welfare crisis that has shaped the country's disaster response ever since.
She's 74 — and expecting: Wisdom the albatross astounds once again
Billions of cicadas will buzz this spring as two broods emerge at the same time
Smith College students build winter home for threatened rat snakes
Smith College students build winter home for threatened rat snakes
Smith College students and staff have built a man-made hibernaculum at the MacLeish Field Station as part of a habitat restoration project for native species. The hibernaculum will provide a protected shelter for Eastern rat snakes and other reptile and rodent species during the winter months.
Balancing wildlife conservation and wastewater infrastructure in Pasco
Balancing wildlife conservation and wastewater infrastructure in Pasco
The expansion of the Pasco Process Water Reuse Facility has been an example of how working together can lead to successful wildlife conservation and clean water infrastructure projects.
Thanks to Sheltering in Place, Animal Shelters Are Empty
Thanks to Sheltering in Place, Animal Shelters Are Empty
A recent pet adoption boom is the feel-good pandemic story you need right now.
Conservation Without Law Enforcement Is Pure Idealism
Conservation Without Law Enforcement Is Pure Idealism
Conservation isn't always diplomatic. Protecting nature requires strong action.
Balancing African cultural demands and wildlife conservation
Balancing African cultural demands and wildlife conservation
Africa's wildlife preservation is underway amidst vehement exploitation of animals for cultural and religious purposes.
Activists plead for help as Canada marine park threatens to euthanize 30 belugas
Two supermarket chains suspend supplies after pig cruelty reports
One man gored and others bruised in Spain’s bull running festival
World’s oldest known wild bird hatches new chick at age 70
Activists plead for help as Canada marine park threatens to euthanize 30 belugas
The now-defunct Marineland park says it is running out of money and has no other options to care for the animals after Canadian authorities blocked their export to a Chinese water park
Two supermarket chains suspend supplies after pig cruelty reports
Covert footage appeared to show workers at Northmoor Farm in Lincolnshire abusing piglets
One man gored and others bruised in Spain’s bull running festival
World’s oldest known wild bird hatches new chick at age 70
‘Horrific living conditions’: Over 230 neglected farm animals rescued in Thurston County
‘Horrific living conditions’: Over 230 neglected farm animals rescued in Thurston County
“We only work on cruelty cases, and this is one of the worst we have ever seen,” said Kate Tsyrklevich, Executive Director of Heartwood Haven.
'I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding...' Meet the vegan stars advocating for animal rights
Experts stunned by incredible comeback of unique creatures driven to brink of extinction: 'It's amazing'
Scientists stunned by striking behavior shift across hundreds of animal species: 'That is not always correct'
Officials discover 'one of the rarest fish in America' thriving in secret creek for first time in a decade: 'It has the will to survive'
'I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding...' Meet the vegan stars advocating for animal rights
Veganuary 2026 is the perfect time to take inspiration from those leading the plant-based movement. From boosting health to protecting the environment, or simply standing up for animals, these celebrities are thriving on vegan diets while using their fame to inspire change. Find out who they are...
Experts stunned by incredible comeback of unique creatures driven to brink of extinction: 'It's amazing'
The Blue-billed Curassow population is rising thanks to the great efforts of conservationists in South America.
Scientists stunned by striking behavior shift across hundreds of animal species: 'That is not always correct'
Officials discover 'one of the rarest fish in America' thriving in secret creek for first time in a decade: 'It has the will to survive'
Should Animals Also Be ‘Persons’ in Law?
Should Animals Also Be ‘Persons’ in Law?
The classification of animals as "property" underpins harsh judicial decisions and continues to plague the lives of animals.
Six endangered lemurs born at Lemur Conservation Foundation reserve in Myakka City
Six endangered lemurs born at Lemur Conservation Foundation reserve in Myakka City
More than 98% of all lemur species are threatened with extinction, according to the Lemur Conservation Foundation.
Camera traps capture dozens of photos of this adorable endangered animal
Camera traps capture dozens of photos of this adorable endangered animal
Trail cameras in Nepal recorded evidence of small groups of endangered red pandas in Myagdi District, a little-studied area of central Nepal.
Seagull released back into wild after ‘horrific’ injury from wooden barbecue skewer
Seagull released back into wild after ‘horrific’ injury from wooden barbecue skewer
A carelessly discarded wooden barbecue skewer seriously injured a seagull in White Rock, B.C., according to a wildlife rescue, which is urging people to be more careful with their garbage.
Animal rights activists to protest at PB Trader Joe's Sunday afternoon
Animal rights activists to protest at PB Trader Joe's Sunday afternoon
DxE accuses Petaluma Poultry, a subsidiary of poultry giant Perdue Foods, of extreme animal cruelty, including boiling birds alive.
Zootopia 2 sparks sales of dangerous venomous snakes
Zootopia 2 sparks sales of dangerous venomous snakes
Experts have warned of a 'significant risk to the public' as Zootopia 2 sparks sales of dangerous snakes.
Bird migration is ramping up in Michigan: Map shows how many are flying
Bird migration is ramping up in Michigan: Map shows how many are flying
We’re hitting superhighway-level traffic in the night sky.
Deer, mink and hyenas have caught COVID-19 – animal virologists explain how to find the coronavirus in animals and why humans need to worry
Deer, mink and hyenas have caught COVID-19 – animal virologists explain how to find the coronavirus in animals and why humans need to worry
Scientists have been testing captive and wild animals for the coronavirus since the pandemic began. Only a few wild species are known to carry the virus, but many more have been shown to be susceptible.
Shark fishing ban to bring endangered species back from brink
Shark fishing ban to bring endangered species back from brink
Shark conservation has been boosted by a new international trade ban that offers greater protection for 70 species of sharks and rays. Restrictions on shark and ray fishing were announced at a major conference on protecting wildlife in trade.
Eel populations are falling, and new protections were defeated. Japan and the US opposed them
Eel populations are falling, and new protections were defeated. Japan and the US opposed them
Eels are the stuff of nightmares — slimy, snakelike creatures that lay millions of eggs before dying so their offspring can return home to rivers and streams.
Animal Rights protesters voice concern over Shenandoah Co. Fair Pig Scramble event
Animal Rights protesters voice concern over Shenandoah Co. Fair Pig Scramble event
The Pig Scramble is set to be held Wednesday night at the Shenandoah County Fair.
In two-day effort at sea, team partially frees whale of fishing gear off Georgia coast
In two-day effort at sea, team partially frees whale of fishing gear off Georgia coast
A team from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources was documenting the second North Atlantic right whale calf of the season about 4 miles offshore of the Florida/Georgia border on Wednesday when they received an urgent message.
Owner of Haines wildlife center charged with animal cruelty after dozens of Alaska animals taken from property
Owner of Haines wildlife center charged with animal cruelty after dozens of Alaska animals taken from property
Three felony and two misdemeanor charges alleging animal cruelty were filed against Steve Kroschel, owner of The Kroschel Films Wildlife Center, on Thursday.
Southern California mountain lions recommended for threatened status
Southern California mountain lions recommended for threatened status
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has recommended granting threatened species status to roughly 1,400 mountain lions roaming the Central Coast and Southern California, pointing to grave threats posed by freeways, rat poison and fierce wildfires.
Red panda morning calls at China hotel cause safety concerns, service suspension
Red panda morning calls at China hotel cause safety concerns, service suspension
Rooms offering red panda morning calls priced from US$280 to US$420 per night, particularly popular among families with kids.
Six Flags is being pressured to close elephant exhibit
Six Flags is being pressured to close elephant exhibit
Six Flags Great Adventure is urged to give up its elephants as animal rights group focuses on one elephant, Joyce, in a new PR campaign.
Cruelty-free: Australia’s animal testing ban finally realised as AICIS comes into effect
Cruelty-free: Australia’s animal testing ban finally realised as AICIS comes into effect
Australia is finally is implementing a ban on cosmetic testing on animals as the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) comes into effect, after multiple delays.
NCC explains cat cull following unfounded criticisms
NCC explains cat cull following unfounded criticisms
Rock iguana on Little Cayman (CNS): Feral cats pose a serious and ongoing threat to Little Cayman’s unique and fragile ecosystem. However, opposition MPs appeared unable to comprehend the importanc
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
A lesson learned after pets were left behind in Hurricane Katrina: Save the animals
She's 74 — and expecting: Wisdom the albatross astounds once again
Billions of cicadas will buzz this spring as two broods emerge at the same time
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
VELAS, India — Little kids giddily squeal as a baby sea turtle, flippers flapping, lurches toward the water with the grace of a drunk lunging for a cab at closing time. Tourists applaud as about a dozen more palm-sized hatchlings stumble into the sea.
A lesson learned after pets were left behind in Hurricane Katrina: Save the animals
People were forced to leave their pets behind during Hurricane Katrina, creating an unprecedented animal welfare crisis that has shaped the country's disaster response ever since.