‘The most horrific:’ Hundreds of foxes, raccoons, wolf-dog hybrids, skunks and coyotes rescued from a fur farm in Ohio
The Ashtabula County Commissioner’s Office requested the assistance of the Humane Society of the United States after the owner of Grand River Fur Exchange died in late December 2024, escalating an already-dire animal welfare crisis on the property.
Action Needed: VOTE NO on H.R. 764 “Trust the Science Act”
VOTE NO on H.R. 764/S.1895, the “Trust the Science Act.” This bill is anything but scientific, and will further hinder gray wolf recovery efforts across the lower 48 states.
Impulse Chickens and Trendy Goats: The Pitfalls of Modern Homesteading
Impulsive purchasing of livestock like chickens and goats during the pandemic lead to a surge in abandoned animals in sanctuaries as owners were unprepared for the long-term care and costs associated with these animals.
When Will Spring Bird Migration Hit Its Peak?
BirdCast provides real-time forecasts to help bird enthusiasts predict the peak of spring migration, offering insights into when and where to witness the most significant movement of birds.
The Last of the Rattlesnake Roundups Hang On
Despite public criticism and a shift toward no-kill wildlife festivals, traditional rattlesnake roundups that involve capturing and killing snakes continue in Texas and Oklahoma, raising ethical and environmental concerns.
Action Needed: Charges Against Cody Roberts for Animal Cruelty
A petition urges Sublette County authorities to charge Cody Roberts with felony animal cruelty for the torture and killing of a wolf in Wyoming, emphasizing the need for justice and stronger legal consequences to combat animal abuse.
Journey of the Migratory Birds in San Antonio – A Journey Cut Short
Follow the plight of migratory waterbirds as USDA’s Wildlife Services and local authorities in San Antonio try to forcibly relocate them from their urban nesting areas.
USFWS Finds Polar Bear Status Remains Threatened
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has determined that the polar bear’s status remains threatened under the Endangered Species Act due to ongoing climate change and habitat loss.
Milkweed and Monarchs
Milkweed is essential for monarch butterflies’ survival, providing both a habitat and food source critical for their life cycle and migration.
Stop San Antonio’s War On Water Birds at Brackenridge Park
Wildlife advocates are calling on San Antonio to stop plans that would destroy trees and displace waterbirds at Brackenridge Park.
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