Wildlife park in China under probe for deaths of tigers, some found in freezers
The private zoo was also accused of illegally breeding protected species, unlicensed sale of animals and keeping animals in harsh conditions.
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Plight of horses in Kolkata raises concerns
These majestic creatures, integral to the city’s charm, endure neglect and mistreatment amidst traffic and urban buzz.
Korean dog finds its way home 41 days after going missing
The one-year-old Hong-min went missing on March 24, when the owner took him to a dog convention where the dog got scared by the sounds from the loudspeaker and the other dogs…
S’pore’s proposed second marine park in Lazarus South, Kusu is home to coral habitats
With a second marine park, island hoppers will have more opportunities to learn about marine biodiversity in the southern waters while enjoying recreational activities.
Owl nest at Telok Blangah draws crowds, NParks advises people not to visit
The owls – identified Sunda scops owls – are native to Singapore, and known to nest in natural tree hollows and cavities. In this case, the nest was located next to a bus stop…
Nearly 2,000 animals, 25% of them protected species, saved from glue traps since 2014
While the immobilising glue causes prolonged suffering and distress to the animals, fewer than one in five people in Singapore is aware of the ill effects of glue traps, a survey…
Chinese zoo starts ‘panda dog’ enclosure with dyed chow chows
The zoo has yet to introduce actual pandas as the facility is too small and unable to house a giant panda enclosure.
China, US launching new 10-year giant panda conservation partnership
Over the past 23 years, the collaboration has cultivated a group of outstanding professionals, resulting in the publication of over 30 professional books and more than 100…
Community involvement crucial for tiger habitat conservation in Bhutan
As countries and conservation partners intensify their efforts to protect the tiger species through biological corridors and protected areas, it has also impacted communities and…
Joy as seventh critically endangered Mekong Dolphin calf of the year reported
The new birth indicates a large jump in the number of dolphin births over last year’s eight calves, which was already regarded as a significant increase in the Cambodian…