(ANIMAL SCIENCE) A new species of pit viper has been confirmed in the highland forests of Honduras. Named after late conservationist Mario Guifarro, the new species of snake could be an extremely rare occurrence in the wild. In fact, some scientists argue the new viper should be classified as critically endangered, as threats to the snakes’ limited environment are increasingly imminent. Continue reading for more on the details surrounding this new discovery. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL DISCOVERY) Two new woodlizard species have recently been discovered in the Peruvian rainforest. Both species are naturally camouflaged with green and brown splotches all over their bodies. The woodlizard variety is a group that was originally thought to only contain a handful of species, yet three new species have been discovered since 2008, with the two latest findings bringing that total to five. Continue reading for more on these camo creatures. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL WELFARE) While many turn a blind eye, there is no denying that the exotic snake skin trade continues to be big business in the fashion industry. Not only is this cruel fashion trend disastrous for several snake species, but it also allows for the inhumane killing of animals who are skinned alive and left to die in agony. In the article below, contributor Niqui Stubbs sheds light on the shocking reality behind this illegal trade. Read on to learn about the dangers of supporting the exotic animal skin fashion industry and how companies are urging the public to “keep wildlife out of your wardrobe.” — Global Animal
(ANIMAL VIDEO) These geckos know that the best toasted whole grain oat cereal is the one and only Cheerios. — Global Animal
(ENDANGERED SPECIES) WASHINGTON DC — Two endangered Cuban crocodiles hatched at the National Zoo, making them the first successful hatchlings in 25 years. The baby croc’s mother was born in the wild and at 55 years old, was thought to be barren. There are fewer than 6,000 Cuban crocodiles in the wild and are only found in two small areas of Cuba. Read on for more on these miraculous bundles of joy. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL WELFARE) COLORADO — After a family accidentally let their giant, 6-foot lizard loose, sheriffs are warning nearby residents to keep their small pets inside as the reptile has a history of chomping on exposed cats and dogs. Residents outside of Colorado might not have to worry about this particular incident, but the situation raises questions about what officers will do when they find the pet reptile. These policemen, unfamiliar to a situation like this, might react in a harmful way if they feel threatened. The sheriffs could actually be the danger in this situation rather than the other way around, especially as departments often claim that wounding or killing an animal is justified if they feel intimidated. Should someone more fitting be the one searching for this lizard? — Global Animal
(ALLIGATORS) FLORIDA — A gator bit off the hand of Everglades air boat captain Wallace Weatherholt last week while six tourists watched onboard. The captain was apparently feeding the gator marshmallows, a second-degree misdemeanor in Florida. Unfortunately, Fish and Wildlife officials killed the gator to retrieve captain Wally’s hand. Read on for more on the incident and why feeding wildlife is never a good idea. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL CONSERVATION) Cute animals can capture our hearts, and our donation money. Seals, pandas and tigers, for example, have been the focus of many conservation efforts, while slimy amphibians and ugly scavengers are often forgotten. Canadian experts say that we might be artificially selecting for the prettiest and most useful animals to survive. Read on to find how and why our protection of animals is unbalanced. — Global Animal
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