NParks Puts Up Sign In Punggol Warning Public Of Tapir Sighting Last week, the rare sight of a tapir galloping past a cyclist in a park connector at Punggol went viral. The National Parks Board (NParks) has now put up signs warning the public of sightings of the animal in the area. The board has […]
African Wild Dog Puppies for Two Packs on Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
Some exciting news from our monitoring team on Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park – two new litters of African Wild Dog puppies have been spotted for the first time since their mother started denning earlier this winter. The pups have remained elusive for the last three months, but the team was lucky enough to be in the right […]
The Ultimate How-To Guide to Animal Kingdom Park at Disney World
Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park is a one-of-a-kind marvel boasting unique attractions and an impressive size that sets it apart from other Disney Parks. While sometimes mixed, Disney’s Animal Kingdom reviews are generally favorable. However, nearly every visitor to Walt Disney World (Bay Lake, FL) would agree to its stark contrast to other Disney Parks […]
Conducting Vulture Nest Surveys on Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
The importance of Vultures to the ecosystem is a familiar topic to everyone who has visited one of our projects – spend just a margin of time with our Wildlife ACT monitors or managers, and you’ll hear just how important Vultures are. Photo by Wildlife ACT Marketing and Media Manager, Megan Whittington As the ongoing […]
State Rep. Shusterman touts Elmwood Park Zoo animal rescue efforts – Daily Local
A rendering shows plans for a veterinary hospital and welcome plaza at the Elmwood Park Zoo. Part of the zoo’s comprehensive plan, the project made possible by a $30 million anonymous donation. (Photo courtesy Elmwood Park Zoo) PAOLI — State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, and her staff recently visited Elmwood Park Zoo to learn about […]
Tony Park novels to be translated for wildlife conservation
Renowned author, Tony Park, has joined forces with Swiss conservation volunteer, Maya von Dach, to use the power of the written word for good by raising funds for endangered species through Wildlife ACT. Tony Park and Maya von Dach – photo by Manfred Suter The pair initially made contact after von Dach realising the need […]
Feral Animal Control Targets Deer in Werakata National Park
A recent aerial deer control program in Werakata National Park has removed 26 of the feral animals from areas of the park earlier this month. The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) operations are designed to reduce feral deer impacts by supplementing long-term ground-based efforts. NPWS Lower Hunter Area Manager Mitchell Carter said that aerial […]
dolphin park is outdated and should be shut down
Animal rights activists gathered outside the Mediterraneo Marine Park on Saturday morning as they joined demonstrators across the globe in marking the annual ‘Empty the Tanks’ protest day. More than 40 such demonstrations are being held in countries around the globe on Saturday, seeking to raise awareness about the way in which sea animals are […]
Cheetah Released onto Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
As a result of the collaborative efforts of Wildlife ACT and Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, a new coalition consisting of two young male Cheetah, was recently released onto Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, as part of the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Cheetah Expansion Project. Once an endangered species is released into a new area, it is essential that its progress […]
Paul O’Grady’s funeral to be held in animal park, reports say
Late television star Paul O’Grady will have a funeral held at a wildlife park, so he can be surrounded by beloved animals in his send off reports say. The 67-year-old passed away ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ at his home in Kent on March 28, with his cause of death yesterday being confirmed as sudden cardiac arrhythmia, […]