(ANIMAL VIDEO) Move over dogs and cats, a new species is taking over the internet and it’s not Harry Potter’s Hedwig. With over 3.5 million views, the YouTube video “Lovely Owl” has become a viral sensation. Posted on November 12, 2011, the video has made it to number 2 on the Top 20 list according to Viral Video Chart, and is the only animal video to make it onto the viral list that is largely dominated by music videos. — Global Animal
(FISH ATTACK) BRAZIL — Tourists are getting a local welcome from the wildlife in Sao Paulo. Authorities reported that piranhas have bitten at least 15 swimmers at the Daveron beach on the Paraguay river, an area where the flesh-eating fish have not appeared before. Although they have a ferocious reputation, these attacks bring up the aspect of tourism and how visitors interact with the natural wildlife, sometimes with unfortunate outcomes. Read more about the recent piranha events in Brazil and how locals and tourists are responding. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL TELEVISION) “Saved” begins Mondays on the Animal Planet, and will showcase real stories of animals that have changed people’s lives in their greatest time of need. From soldiers overseas to homeless people in America, animals have provided emotional comfort and touched many lives. Read more on this new Animal Planet television show. — Global Animal
(ELEPHANT RESCUE PICTURES) ZAMBIA — A trapped baby elephant and her mother were rescued from a mud pit last week in Zambia. Thankfully, wildlife officials and conservationists made it to the scene in time to save this mother and calf and return them safely to their herd. Read on for the dramatic rescue photos of these lucky elephants. — Global Animal
(OCEAN CAMOUFLAGE) Many species within the animal kingdom use some form of camouflage, whether it is to hunt or for protection against predators. Zebras have their stripes, leopards have their spots, and some squid and octopuses can appear transparent or deep red depending on the environment. Read on for this new finding and how it may have important implication for medicine, sustainable fishing, and the science behind invisibility. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL KINGDOM) Thanks to unusual vocal cords, making that ferocious lion roar is easier than it sounds. New research shows that the lion vocal cord has a layer of fat in addition to a unique shape that makes it a perfect instrument for that famous roar. Read more for the science behind the king of the jungle’s roar and how human babies share this attention-grabbing trait. — Global Animal
(FISH SCIENCE) New research shows how schools of fish swim together in unison — they drive like we do. By basing their speed and movements on the closest neighbor around them, fish are able to swim in large groups without accident. Read on for the science behind swimming in schools, and how scientists are hoping to adapt these methods for future robotic cars. — Global Animal
(LIVING WITH PETS) Finding a suitable apartment to rent is typically a big pain in the behind. But looking for one that accepts dogs? Good luck. Having a pet, especially a dog, limits apartment listings by two-thirds. Those that are left are often pricier and therefore out of reach of most renters, which forces some guardians to surrender their pets. Why do landlords make it so hard to live happily ever after with man’s best friend? Read on for more on the hardships faced by renters and their furry companions. — Global Animal
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