Tag Archives | Endangered birds

Two Tangled Eagles Take To The Tarmac

May 17, 2013

(SKIES) MINNESOTA — The Duluth International Airport received two unscheduled layovers a few days ago, when a pair of bald eagles crash-landed on to the tarmac. Although fighting for territory is customary among bald eagles, incidents like this are extremely uncommon. The two birds of prey fell to the ground when their talons became intertwined. But fear not, bird lovers—both animals are expected to make a full recovery. Continue reading below to find out how these two birds were saved. — Global Animal

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Yellow-Billed Birds Get A Break

March 22, 2013

(BIRDS) Many are unaware of the devastating impact the global animal trade has had on wild bird populations, particularly parrots. With parrots being the largest group of captive wild animals in the nation, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has listed the popular yellow-billed parrot as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act. Continue reading to learn about the rules being implemented to control the harmful global trade in birds. — Global Animal

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Animal Activists Initiate Lead Bullet Ban

February 21, 2013

(ANIMAL WELFARE) Hunting with lead ammunition might soon be a thing of the past in the state of California. Three animal organizations are gearing up to push a bill that would put a statewide ban on using lead ammunition during hunting. Although a partial ban is already in place it looks like a change is necessary since lead ammunition is still causing the endangered California condor, bald eagle, and other birds to die from lead poisoning after consuming animals shot by hunters. Animal advocates are proposing that a switch be made to copper bullets, which are more environmentally-friendly. Unfortunately, the NRA is resistant to this plan. Read on to find out why it’s essential to make this change in order to save these majestic birds. — Global Animal

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Colors Only Nature Could Create (GALLERY)

November 29, 2012

(ANIMAL PICTURES) Looking to brighten up your day? Check out these beautiful birds as they boast every color of the rainbow. — Global Animal

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The Real Cost Of Putin’s Environmental Showboating

September 13, 2012

(WILDLIFE) Russian President Vladimir Putin led endangered Siberian cranes on a flying expedition last week, à la the 1996 film Fly Away Home. But it wasn’t a full success. Putin’s latest stunt left two birds dead, despite the focus of his expedition on species protection. While on the surface, the  goal to teach Siberian cranes how to migrate appears to be a good idea, this comes at a time when the birds’ traditional wintering grounds have become polluted with poaching, creating a real threat for the already endangered birds. Putin reportedly recognized this, but the project has not only been relatively unsuccessful, but also harmful and even deadly for the birds.— Global Animal 

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International Crackdown On Illegal Animal Trade

August 9, 2012

(ANIMAL WELFARE) This week, a giant black market bust left 4,000 people arrested and over twice that number of animals rescued. There was no hiding for these criminals, as officials were determined to save the tropical birds and put an end to their illegal trade. Many of these trafficked species are endangered, so this raid left animal advocates hopeful for the restoration of exotic European birds. Read on for more about the black market trade dangers and how much this operation has helped wildlife. — Global Animal

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New Kitty Cam: Outdoor Cats Vs. Wildlife

August 7, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) GEORGIA — Ever wonder what your outdoor cat has been doing all day without you? The University of Georgia and the National Geographic Society have answers and the results are rather startling. The study reveals that house cats are most likely outside hunting wildlife like birds and lizards. The new results show that cats kill far more than a billion animals per year, more than previously thought. Read on for more on the study and how house cats are affecting native bird populations in North America.  — Global Animal

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Number Of Birds On Red List Soar

July 10, 2012

(WILDLIFE CONSERVATION) Nearly one hundred species of birds have been added to the IUCN Red List within the past year, but officials claim there is nothing to fear. Efforts to save the populations are getting results, and with the increasing help of people around the world, this can continue. Read on to see how we’ve protected these magnificent birds in the past and how we can use our previous knowledge to save the at-risk species. — Global Animal

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