Good news for conservationists and animal lovers out there! According to Radio Prague, a wolf was recently captured on a trail camera in the Czech wilderness. Wolves were run out of the Bohemian area nearly a century ago. The mountainous areas and former military zones in Bohemia seem to be providing the animals an ideal breeding ground, and Czech environmental groups are optimistic that wolves will be making a comeback in the region.
Unfortunately, not everyone seems to be keen on the idea of wolves one day thriving in the area. Environmentalist Miroslav Kutal explains, "Wolves are a very controversial animal. On one hand, they are adored by a lot of people. On the other hand, they are a source of hatred among other people." For now, Kutal says media responses are mostly positive. While poaching is a concern, a return of wolves to the area would help regulate the growing deer population.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Wolves are finally returning to the Czech Republic after disappearing a century ago.
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animals,
conservation,
nature,
rare animal sightings,
wildlife
Friday, January 31, 2014
So Squee! Friday: The Fossa
http://hecklinghyena.deviantart.com |
http://thefabweb.com |
Each litter can have up to six
http://www.zooborns.com/ |
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animals,
conservation,
cuteness,
endangered species,
photos,
so squee friday,
wildlife
Thursday, January 30, 2014
My favorite recreated childhood photos.
There have been a rush of recreated childhood photos out there on the internet. It always makes me smile to see families still enjoying spending time together and having the good humor to recreate their sillier, younger days. Here are a collection of my favorites so far!
http://then-and-now-photos.tumblr.com |
http://then-and-now-photos.tumblr.com |
http://then-and-now-photos.tumblr.com |
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Mischievous parrot thinks biting his owner is hilarious!
Oliver the parrot is a talkative little fellow. Watch as he tricks his owner into putting her fingers close enough for a bite by telling her he wants to "step up"...it's hard not to laugh right along with him when you hear his laughter! What a jerk ;)
Monday, January 27, 2014
Baby liliger Kiara plays with her new foster mother - a domestic cat.
Kiara is a liliger - a hybrid cross between a lion and a ligress (a cross between a lion and a tiger). She was born recently at Novosibirsk Zoo in Russia.
Unfortunately, her mother stopped producing milk, so the zoo staff had to begin hand-feeding her from a bottle every three hours. In order to maintain the necessary around-the-clock feedings, keeper Roza Solovieva decided to take Kiara home to foster. There, Kiara met Roza's domestic cat, Darka.
As a mother to a kitten already, Darka immediately slipped into the role of parent, cleaning, cuddling, and playing with Kiara 24/7. Despite their affection for one another, Roza kept a close eye on the two.
Once Kiara was old enough to begin eating meat, it was just a matter of time before she would begin displaying predatory behavior; as such, it was time for her to return to her natural mother. The reintroduction went smoothly, and Kiara now happily resides at the zoo with her mother.
Unfortunately, her mother stopped producing milk, so the zoo staff had to begin hand-feeding her from a bottle every three hours. In order to maintain the necessary around-the-clock feedings, keeper Roza Solovieva decided to take Kiara home to foster. There, Kiara met Roza's domestic cat, Darka.
As a mother to a kitten already, Darka immediately slipped into the role of parent, cleaning, cuddling, and playing with Kiara 24/7. Despite their affection for one another, Roza kept a close eye on the two.
Once Kiara was old enough to begin eating meat, it was just a matter of time before she would begin displaying predatory behavior; as such, it was time for her to return to her natural mother. The reintroduction went smoothly, and Kiara now happily resides at the zoo with her mother.
Friday, January 24, 2014
So Squee! Friday: The Dumbo Octopus
http://www.stanleysubmarines.com |
http://www.aquariumofpacific.org |
Source unknown. |
These octopi have no breeding season. Females can lay eggs whenever they wish. Scientists believe females can also take sperm from a male and hold onto it in their mantle for a long time, using it as needed.
Source unknown. |
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octopus,
photos,
so squee friday,
wildlife
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Beautiful farm life photos from Russia.
Elena Shumilova, a mother and photographer from Moscow, Russia, has captured the attention of viewers worldwide after posting a series of beautiful photos of her two sons, Vanya and Yaroslav, spending time with animals on their farm.
"Children and animals, it's my life," Shumilova said recently regarding her subject matter.
"Children and animals, it's my life," Shumilova said recently regarding her subject matter.
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animals,
children,
omg so cute,
pets,
photos
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