MARION COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) – The Marion County Animal Shelter wants to give its animals the gift of a forever home this holiday season. The shelter is one of nearly 400 shelters taking part in the Bissell Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters’ event. From Dec. 1 to Dec. 17, adoption fees will be sponsored through […]
Bognor Regis park becomes home to crafted animal sculptures
Simon Groves (Photo: Arun District Council) Wild animals of all shapes and sizes have taken up residence in the refurbished Sunken Gardens, thanks to local wood sculptor Simon Groves. The chainsaw artist was tasked with creating the sculptures as part of the refurbishment of the much-loved Bognor Regis gardens. Before he got to work, a […]
Snow and ice attraction at Shanghai animal park makes it cool
The Shanghai Wild Animal Park in the Pudong New Area has opened a new “Snow and Ice Kingdom” featuring animal-shaped ice sculptures and an icy slide, offering a thrilling visit for residents and tourists from home and abroad. The kingdom, which has its temperature kept around minus 10 degrees Celsius, features an array of ice-engraved […]
Tapir Sighting Sign Spotted Along Punggol Park Connector, Public Advised To Keep Away From Animal
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 […]