A coyote attacked a four-year-old girl in northern Colorado Springs, causing serious injuries requiring hospitalization, after the child mistook it for a dog. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is actively searching for and plans to euthanize any coyotes in the area to ensure the attacking animal is removed. The incident highlights the dangers of coyotes adapting to urban environments and the importance of preventing human-wildlife interaction by avoiding the feeding of wild animals. CPW urges residents to remain vigilant and deter any approaching wildlife. The search for the coyote is expected to last several days.
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A rare polar bear showed up on the shores of Iceland and the police shot it. It’s a sad and unfortunate event, but it was likely the most sensible move in this instance. Polar bears are not native to Iceland and can be extremely dangerous to humans and other wildlife. They are apex predators and will actively hunt down and attack humans if given the chance. In a situation where an elderly woman living alone calls the police out of fear, there may not have been many other options.
Polar bears are highly cannibalistic and will eat anything they can find, including other polar bears.… Continue reading
I was in Zimbabwe last year for an elephant safari, and it was a surreal experience to witness these magnificent creatures up close in their natural habitat. The vast herds of elephants roaming gracefully in the African landscape left a lasting impression on me. However, the recent news of Zimbabwe ordering the cull of 200 elephants due to food shortages resulting from drought has sparked a deep sense of concern and reflection within me.
The elephants in Zimbabwe are facing an ecological crisis, particularly in their largest park, Hwange. With an estimated 100,000 elephants in the country, the population has exceeded the land’s carrying capacity, leading to overgrazing and destruction of habitat.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker