What if the next great extinction is happening underwater, and we barely notice? While we obsess over melting glaciers and plastic straws, another quiet crisis is creeping into the shorelines and seafloors, one that’s swallowing entire ecosystems and erasing creatures we never even got the chance to meet. This isn’t
Summer heat, Kitten Weeks.  Kitten season is upon us and the majority of us have community cats. At this time of year 5 cats can turn into 30. What to do? In this blog I will talk about prevention, support and understanding what to do. So when the problem
I have always loved frogs. They look a bit gawky out of the water, which has endeared me to them. I have a handful of childhood memories that made me realise I was an animal lover and that their welfare was something I would never be able to compromise on
Rhinos contribute to the ecosystem as a ‘keystone species’, impacting seed dispersal, soil fertilisation, creating waterholes through wallowing in mud and maintaining short grass. They also positively affect many other species, including zebras, dung beetles, mongoose, crested guineafowl and oxpeckers. Poaching and habitat loss have massively impacted rhino populations in
• Mangroves protect coastlines by reducing erosion and storm surges.• In a recent study funded by Fauna & Flora International, 700 animal species were found using mangrove forests as their habitat in Cambodia.• Mangroves act as ‘nurseries’ for baby sharks, shrimp and fish (such as the parrot fish and goliath
The good, the bad and the ugly: what are some of the biggest conservation challenges of 2025, and how can you help? Plus, some positive advancements to keep your eye on! A new year, a fresh start and time for reflection – as we enter 2025, let’s take a look
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When I was around 4 or 5 years old, I was in Northern Ireland with my mum, sitting by the seaside, enjoying my butterscotch sweets from the local sweet shop. Suddenly, I heard a man chastising his dog, pulling the lead tight and shouting; I remember it vividly because it
Imagine being plucked from your home, transported across continents, and finding yourself confined to a glass box on a stranger’s shelf. This strange scenario you just read isn’t far from what many exotic pets endure in the pet trade. Though these animals may seem like fascinating, rare companions, the reality
The topic of factory farming sparks heated debates regarding animal welfare and environmental sustainability in todays world of food production efficiency and affordability issues. Although it boosts productivity and lowers costs to provide food supplies on a mass scale efficiently; underlying this efficiency are ethical dilemmas and ecological and health
The start of the holiday season is drawing near and you know what that means—crowded gatherings, fun, decorations, and lots of food! You’re most likely already pondering on gifts to buy for your family and friends, what delicacies to cook, or the types of decor you can set up in
The sight of a cheerful puppy wagging its tail behind the glass of a pet store window, with adorable eyes is almost impossible to resist right? But behind that fluffy bundle of joy may lie a harsh reality you might not expect…..a puppy mill. These breeding facilities, hidden from view,
Orangutan Caring WeekNovember 10-16, 2024Theme: Orangutans Leading the Way: One Planet, One Future Orangutan Caring Week is here—a time dedicated to celebrating and protecting one of Earth’s most extraordinary and endangered species. This year’s theme, “Orangutans Leading the Way: One Planet, One Future,” captures the urgency of conservation efforts and the inspiration
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