(ANIMAL MOMS) The phrases “Momma Bear” and ”Tiger Mom” are so common in the English language that most people don’t dwell too long on their origins. But they are inspired by fierce animal mommies who will go to great lengths to protect their young. The animal kingdom is full of moms devoted to their cubs, pups, calves, and infants. Celebrate this Mother’s Day with the best animal moms. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL TRADE) According to a UN report released this week, nearly 3,000 great apes are killed or captured in the wild each year because of the thriving illegal trade—usually to be sold as exotic pets, bought by disreputable zoos, or exploited by tourism. The study also revealed that approximately more than 22,000 great apes were lost to the illegal animal trade between 2005 and 2011. This comes as startling news considering that the international trade in chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and orangutans is currently banned under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Read on to learn more about the illegal animal trade’s devastating effects on great ape populations. — Global Animal
(AMAZING ANIMALS) Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It’s these remarkable animals! Animals can be everything from man’s best friend to real-life heroes. Check out the examples in the infographic below featuring the mnay ways animals have saved people’s lives as well as the benefits of caring for a pet. — Global Animal
(ENDANGERED SPECIES) Researchers revealed this week that twenty-five species of lemurs, monkeys and gorillas across Africa and Asia currently face extinction due to illegal hunting and deforestation. As these primates act as a vital part to our ecosystem, experts are calling on people across the globe to help protect these endangered species. Researchers remain hopeful though, as previous conservation efforts have lifted primates from the endangered species list altogether. Read on to learn more on why experts are confident that, with global help, these species can be fully restored. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL TESTING) LOUISIANA — The National Institute of Health (NIH) revealed last month that they will be retiring 110 chimpanzees from a Louisianan research center in an attempt to help end animal testing. While ten of the chimps will be moved to a nearby sanctuary, the other 100 will be moved to another research institute in Texas. There, they will be ineligible for testing or research, but will be permitted to take part in any behavioral studies. The lucky ten chimpanzees en route to the sanctuary Chimp Haven will no longer have to suffer through animal testing. Read on for more on this bittersweet news. — Global Animal
(NATIONAL PARKS) CONGO — Virunga National Park rangers have lost critical financial funding since the war in the Democratic Republic of Congo caused tourism to shut down. During this time of instability for the DRC, the protection rangers offer the park’s animals is dire for their survival. Continue reading and help prevent the exploitation of Virunga National Park animals by donating. — Global Animal
(WILDLIFE) At the moment the world is focused on extraordinary human athletes as they enter the second week of the London Olympics. We imagine our Olympic champions to be unrivaled and unbeatable, but as humans we often make the mistake of thinking that we are the best at everything. So as we celebrate the amazing achievements by humans in sports, let’s also take a minute to recognize that even our fastest, toughest, and most focused athletes cannot compare to our friends in the animal kingdom. To put it into perspective: a cheetah runs twice as fast as our top sprinters. Read on to find out more about some very impressive animal athletes. — Global Animal
(GORILLA) RWANDA — Gorillas in Rwanda have found a way to outsmart the poachers that threaten their existence. The apes were spotted working together to dismantle poacher’s snares. This shows incredible cognitive ability that even surpassed the expectations of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund staff. Read on for more on these incredible primates. — Global Animal
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