Rare Rothschild Giraffe Born in the UK
Rothschilds are the world’s rarest sub-species of giraffe, originating from Uganda and west central Kenya. So, it’s exciting news when one is born. Kito, who already stands six feet tall,…
Isn’t She Adorable? Check Out Video of Newborn Endangered Zebra
A cutie patootie zebra filly was born on Saturday at Chester Zoo in England. She is a Grevy’s zebra, an endangered species with fewer than 2,500 left in the wild. …
Endangered Right Whale Freed from Fishing Rope
Thanks to the efforts of The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission a young endangered right whale has been given a second chance at life. The four…
How Wolves Change Rivers
The wolves returned to Yellowstone National Park in 1995 after nearly 70 years away. Everyone knew they would eat some deer, but what not everyone understood or expected was the…
Elephant Ivory Sales Finally Banned in U.S.
On February 11, 2014, the White House announced an executive order against the illegal wildlife trade that includes a complete ban on the commercial sale of ivory. Owning ivory will still be…
Meet the Cheetah
The Elegant Speedsters of the Savanna: Cheetahs Streaking across the golden plains of Africa, the cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a vision of pure speed and grace. This feline marvel holds…
The Man Who Hugs Wild Lions
Kevin Richardson is known as the lion whisperer. He has made himself part of a pride of lions, as well as a group of hyenas (known as a “cackle”). Watch…
