The ongoing plight of honeybees
With their buzzing little bodies, their often feared stingers, and their servitude towards a single queen, honeybees have long fascinated us. Look no further than Jerry Seinfeld, who based an entire animated film (Bee Movie) on one, or the marketing people behind Honey Nut Cheerios for proof. Unfortunately, honeybees also continue to be in grave … Continued
Here's how the Arctic Fox adapted to the cold while staying cute
The Arctic Fox has got to be one of the cutest animals around, but they are also extremely tough. These little guys live in some of the coldest regions on the planet, and have had to adapt accordingly! They change colour depending on the season, their compact bodies prevent heat loss, and they are totally … Continued
Did you know that dolphins have names?
Humans have known for a long time that dolphins are intelligent animals. They are among a handful of animals that recognize themselves in a mirror. They play, they show off for boats. They even have a sweet move called the “spy hop” in which they lift their bodies vertically out of water to have a … Continued
How do whales get beached?
In some unsettling news, as many as 145 pilot whales, were stranded on Monday, November 26. A walker discovered two whale pods on a remote beach Stewart Island, New Zealand. Sadly, by the time they were discovered, the whales were in poor condition and could not be saved. Every year, whales become stranded on beaches … Continued
These photographs are the antidote to sad nature stories everywhere
The Internet can be a dark and depressing place full of soul-sucking stories and gloomy Guses. Thankfully a popular Reddit page brimming with amazing shots of animals and nature has become the antidote to all of that angst… and we can’t look away. 🔥 Elephant Love 🔥 from r/NatureIsFuckingLit Nature Is Fucking Lit (NIFL) kicked … Continued
An eye-opening examination of those who survive 'off-grid'
Going off grid is a concept that means vastly different things to different people. For Charles Foster—Oxford don, barrister and author—it involved shunning work suits and spending extended periods of time living like various English animals, sleeping in bushes and holes in the ground, and feasting on live earthworms and raw plants. Despite his high-flying … Continued
11 animals that are prone to cannibalism
It’s a dog-eat-dog world out there, what with evolving ecosystems, loss of habitats, and overall human effects on the greater animal kingdom. So can you really blame an animal for sometimes turning on its own kind? There are a variety of reasons animals engage in cannibalism, from stories of survival, stress and sex, to stranger … Continued
24 creatures that have lifespans worth talking about
From majestic sea creatures to the common household fly, animal lifespans vary greatly on this planet. While some critters are only meant to last hours in this world, others have lived through dynasties we’ve only read about. Click through for 24 creatures that have a lifespan worth talking about.
Snail telegraphs: how sexual snail energy became a method of communication
Snail Telegraphs Humans have always looked for ways to make communication faster. For most of human history, communication was dependent on how fast a message could be physically delivered by foot, horse or boat. Eventually, humans developed faster methods of communication, such as smoke signals and carrier pigeons, but these quicker methods were not necessarily … Continued
Palm oil: the global killer we need to talk about
Humans have a long, dark history of coming up with “miracle” products that facilitate our lives and then become so in-demand that it’s hard to stop using them, despite their ill-effects on the environment and wildlife. Plastics, fast food, and paper cups are just some obvious examples. One such product that certainly falls into this … Continued
Dogs with Jobs: Therapy Pets
For a person without sight, a guide dog can be a lifesaver. Not only is the animal a constant companion, but it can also retrieve dropped or lost items, help open and close doors and drawers, and bark for help should the owner need it. In short, these dogs provide an essential service to a … Continued
Jellyfish Lake is one of the world’s most beautiful (swimmable) wonders
While swimming in a lake filled with jellyfish doesn’t sound too inviting..seeing this footage might change your mind completely. What is Jellyfish Lake? This beautiful lake is located on Eil Malk Island, part of Palau’s Rock Islands, and is famous with tourists because it’s teeming with a unique species of jellyfish—the golden jellyfish. These jellies … Continued
Octopus wrestling: the lost (and ancient) sport
We’ve heard of some weird sports in our time, from egg throwing and cheese rolling to bog snorkelling and outhouse racing. But in our minds, one of the weirdest (not to mention most unethical) sports that ever existed has got to be octopus wrestling. The activity is obviously no longer in existence or socially acceptable, … Continued
13 things you didn't know about okapi, the African unicorn.
When it comes to African animals trying to survive the brutal realities of poaching and habitat loss, we often think of rhinos, elephants, and other popular creatures that have historically been featured in Disney movies or on magazine covers. Okapi, however, don’t usually spring to mind. With their unique physical makeup and their secluded nature, … Continued
10 of the most unethical pets to take home
If you’re an animal lover, odds are you’ve got a critter at home to call your own. And while the debate continues to rage over whether it’s ethical to keep any animals as pets, there’s no denying that some creatures are a lot less ethical to “domesticate” than others. With the appetite for exotic pets … Continued
7 animals that have survived natural disasters
Whenever a natural disaster like a hurricane or a tornado is about to strike, it seems like news outlets go a bit nuts covering it. Case in point? The recent path of Hurricane Florence, which hit down on North Carolina and left a flooding crisis in its wake. In the days leading up to Florence … Continued
13 ways to fight the war on plastic
If you stop and think about it, mass-produced plastic products have really only been around since the mid-1900s, when companies began looking for ways to use it post-World War II in order to maintain their production facilities. Just a few short decades later and we’ve got the North Pacific Garbage Patch, which is now roughly … Continued
18 giraffe products that are harming the population
Environmentally conscious buyers may be more savvy when it comes to not shelling out bucks for endangered-animal products like rhino, elephant, and turtle, but apparently that’s just made poachers even more creative in terms of the animals they’re hunting. A recent undercover investigation by the Human Society of the United States and Human Society International … Continued
8 meat and fish products animal lovers should really avoid
It’s no secret that 2018 has been the year of the vegan, what with so many people turning to plant-based diets for their health and for the environment. Unfortunately it isn’t that easy for many of us to just go cold turkey (pardon the pun) and give up meaty mains and cheesy snacks. Still, knowledge … Continued
7 ways humans can help orcas
Sometimes it takes a heartbreaking situation to make us finally stand up and take notice of a problem we’ve been ignorant of for far too long. The story of an endangered killer whale pushing her dead newborn calf along 1,600 kilometres of ocean for more than two weeks certainly falls into that category. The mother, … Continued
19 incredible animal tattoos that make us want to get inked
To ink or not to ink… that is the question. While some people swear by artistic tattoos, sleeves and yes, even lower-back bullseyes, getting a tattoo isn’t necessarily for everyone. But that doesn’t mean we can’t all appreciate a beautiful piece of body art when we see one. Well we’ve scoured the web and we … Continued
12 animal-friendly clothing companies for the animal lover in you
The international fashion industry is a trillion-dollar business that may look pretty, but underneath those fancy frocks and designer digs it’s also an industry that kills millions of animals for its fur-trimmings, leather finishes and wool garments. If that doesn’t sit well with you, don’t toss on a paper bag just yet. These days there … Continued
9 amazing gifts for wildlife lovers
Finding that perfect gift is a tricky confluence of knowing the recipient, figuring out a surprise element, and gifting something the person would probably never purchase for themselves. It’s a hard task, but when you actually nail it there’s no greater feeling. Of course the hardest part in all of that is finding the great … Continued
10 incredible facts about elephants
There’s no denying elephants are pretty majestic creatures. Thanks to their large size, their sensitive disposition, and their incredible plight from poachers and ivory hunters, these animals are quick to capture headlines and animal-loving hearts alike. Ready to find them even more fascinating? Here are 10 slightly random but totally incredible facts about our favourite … Continued
7 tips to train your cat like a dog
There are (mostly) two types of people in this world: dog people and cat people. And while dog people will expound on the merits of being able to train their trusty pets, they may be forgetting one small thing: you can train a cat, too. Sure, felines may not as readily beg, sit, speak, or … Continued
8 amazing travel adventures for wildlife lovers
We all need a vacation once in a while, whether it’s a staycation, lounging around on a beach, or booking a tour to see all of a city or country’s most popular tourist spots. Or, if you’re a wildlife lover who wants to avoid the canned vacation experience altogether, then you could break that mould … Continued