Injured Cormorant Seeks Help at German Hospital ER
An injured cormorant with a fishing hook in its beak pecked at a hospital emergency room door in Bremen, Germany, leading to a rescue by medical staff and firefighters.
Category : Wildlife Conservation
Injured Seabird Pecked at Hospital Door, Prompting Rescue in Bremen
An injured cormorant in Bremen, Germany, pecked at an emergency room door, leading to its rescue by firefighters. The unusual incident highlights wildlife encounters in urban areas.
Toronto Zoo Giraffe Kiko Died from Cardiac Failure
The Toronto Zoo has released the cause of death for Kiko, a 13-year-old male giraffe who died on New Year's Day after becoming trapped between a door and post, leading to cardiac failure from acute muscle exertion.
Alberta Woman Finds Underweight Bear Cub in Deck Box
A Slave Lake resident discovered a malnourished black bear cub hiding in her backyard deck storage container. The cub has been transferred to a wildlife rescue facility for rehabilitation and care.
Horse Exporter Animal Welfare Trial Enters Day Two in Winnipeg
A landmark animal welfare trial involving a horse exporter has entered its second day in Winnipeg, with protesters gathering outside the Manitoba law courts to mark the start of the court challenge.
Winnipeg Sewage Plant Upgrades Start with New Headworks
The City of Winnipeg has launched the first phase of major upgrades at the North End Water Pollution Control Centre, featuring a new Headworks facility to enhance sewage treatment capacity and environmental protection.
Orphaned Black Bear Cub Rescued in Slave Lake Gets Care
An underweight and injured black bear cub found under a deck in Slave Lake is being rehabilitated by the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation, with a release planned for June 2026.
Underweight Bear Cub Rescued, Recovers at Alberta Wildlife Institute
An orphaned and underweight bear cub rescued from the Slave Lake area is now recovering at the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation, receiving specialized care.
Saskatchewan Man Fights Moose to Save Mother
A Saskatchewan man describes wrestling and shooting a moose after it chased his mother on their acreage near Bienfait, highlighting a dramatic wildlife encounter.
Secret Life of Grasslands: CWF's Conservation Campaign
The Canadian Wildlife Federation launches a public awareness initiative to protect endangered native grasslands, highlighting their biodiversity and climate benefits.
BC Groups Sue Feds Over Caribou Protection Delays
British Columbia environmental organizations have filed a lawsuit against the federal government for failing to complete critical habitat mapping for threatened southern mountain caribou, with eight herds already extinct.
Animal Cruelty Concerns Raised at Calgary Skijoring
Calgary's growing skijoring winter sport faces scrutiny as animal welfare advocates raise concerns about potential cruelty and safety risks for horses involved in the high-speed events.
Nova Scotia Fishers Oppose Whale Sanctuary Plan
Fishermen in eastern Nova Scotia express serious concerns over a proposed whale sanctuary near Port Hilford, fearing impacts on local livelihoods and fishing traditions.
Pacific Salmon Treaty Needs Conservation Focus Amid Scarcity
As Pacific salmon face unprecedented threats from climate change and habitat degradation, experts argue the Canada-U.S. treaty must evolve from allocation to conservation.
Human Feeding Disrupts Bird Migration in Windsor
Large waterfowl in Windsor are overwintering due to human handouts and changing conditions, creating risks during extreme cold snaps as lakes freeze over.
Cougar Sightings in Saanich Prompt Police Warning
Police in Saanich, British Columbia, have issued a public safety alert following two separate cougar sightings in the area, urging residents to remain vigilant.
Illegal Moose Hunt at Mer Bleue Bog Costs Hunters $8,950
Two Ottawa-area men face fines totaling $8,950 and hunting licence suspensions after pleading guilty to illegal moose hunting at Mer Bleue Bog conservation area.
Seal Jumps on Boat to Escape Orcas in B.C. Waters
A Vancouver Island family witnessed a remarkable marine survival story when a seal leaped onto their boat to avoid becoming prey to three circling orcas, highlighting predator-prey dynamics in coastal waters.
Tiny Snail Saved from Extinction by U.K. Zoo
A U.K. zoo announces the successful recovery of a tiny snail species once on the brink of extinction, highlighting conservation efforts for overlooked wildlife.
Illegal Moose Hunting Fines Issued in Ottawa
Ontario conservation officers have levied fines against two individuals for unlawful moose hunting activities in the Ottawa area, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts.
Amazon Family's Fight to Save Endangered Plants
In Ecuador's Amazon, the Pucha family preserves native species by collecting seeds and sharing seedlings, combating biodiversity loss in a remote, solitary effort.
N.L. Ocean Conservation Site Axed, Hurting National Goals
Environment groups condemn the cancellation of a key ocean conservation site in Newfoundland and Labrador, warning it undermines Canada's national marine protection targets and biodiversity commitments.
Two Fined $3K Each for Grizzly Killing on B.C. Island
Two people have been fined $3,000 each for unlawfully killing a grizzly bear on a British Columbia island, highlighting ongoing conservation challenges.
Firefighters Rescue Swan Frozen in Connecticut River Ice
Norwalk firefighters performed a specialized ice rescue operation to free a swan whose feet were frozen into the Norwalk River, demonstrating their cold-water rescue expertise during winter conditions.
Caribou Rescued from Icy Waters by Newfoundland Fishers
A dramatic rescue unfolded in Port au Choix, Newfoundland, as local fish harvesters saved a caribou struggling in frigid harbour waters, highlighting community action in wildlife conservation.
Edmonton Coyote Sightings Rise During Mating Season
A wildlife group reports increased urban coyote sightings in Edmonton, attributing the trend to warmer weather aligning with their natural mating season patterns.
OSPCA Rescues Animals from Northern Canada
The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has conducted a rescue operation for animals in isolated northern communities, highlighting ongoing welfare challenges.
New Strategy a 'Game Changer' for Right Whales
An advocate for endangered North Atlantic right whales praises a new entanglement strategy as transformative, amid ongoing threats to the species from fishing gear.
Kinew Pledges $250K for Hudson Bay Marine Conservation
Premier Wab Kinew announces funding for a potential marine conservation area in western Hudson Bay, supporting local engagement as Ottawa considers expanding the region into a year-round economic hub.
Manitoba Eyes Hudson Bay Marine Conservation Area
The Manitoba government is exploring the creation of a marine conservation area in western Hudson Bay, aiming to protect its unique ecosystems and support sustainable development.
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