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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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Wild Cats Rescued From Imprisonment

May 11, 2013

(WILDLIFE) Authorities in Kansas have seized a collection of wild cats from a private farmland. Among the animals rescued were two mountain lions, three bobcats, two lynx, and a tiger living in abhorrent conditions with little water and food. Thankfully, the animals were turned over to sanctuaries where they will be properly cared for. The wildlife jailer was arrested for 10 misdemeanor charges related to the care of the animals. Read on to find out more about this tragic case with a happy ending. — Global Animal

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Disney’s ‘Wings Of Life’ Soars High

April 24, 2013

(MOVIE REVIEW) Originally released in France under the title Pollen in 2011, Disneynature’s Wings of Life has finally made it to worldwide audiences. Much like the 2012 film Chimpanzee, Wings of Life is short, but particularly sweet. Coming in at only 77 minutes, the documentary uses its time proficiently in order to deliver its increasingly important message. The opening title card of the film reads: “Life depends on little things we take for granted,” a theme that rests at the core of Wings of Life. Focusing on the vital relationship between flowers, and the animals that interact with them, the documentary explores a complex world often taken for granted. Read on for more on Wings of Life and see the trailer for yourself. — Global Animal

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Kate Upton: Lose The Cats, Stick With The Catwalk

April 20, 2013

(ANIMAL RIGHTS) A recent photo shoot for Harper’s Baazar, featuring Sports Illustrated beauty Kate Upton, sparked outrage in the animal community due to its heavy use of real wild animals. In the shoot, the model poses with baby tigers, a lion, and a gibbon. PETA is especially concerned with the magazine’s use of the gibbon commenting, “The gibbon featured in the photographs is an infant and should be with his mother at all times. Besides the emotional trauma that he has undoubtedly suffered as a result of the separation, his delicate immune system is still developing, and he is susceptible to illnesses that humans carry.” However, this is sadly not the only instance where a magazine decided to use a wild animal as an exotic prop. Bulgari ads are notorious for featuring wild animals to somehow make their products appear more exclusive. Unfortunately, this can lead to more people objectifying animals and treating them like fashion accessories. Lions, tigers, and other animals belong in the wild, and are not meant to promote purses or jewelry. Read on to find out more about the troubling photo shoot. — Global Animal

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Never Fear, Cicadas Are Here

April 17, 2013

(INSECTS) They’re baacckk! This spring, the Eastern Coast of the United States is set to receive billions of winged guests. The cicadas of Brood II will make their first appearance in 17 years, visiting a number of towns between North Carolina and New England. Continue reading to find out what the cicada reemergence means for you. — Global Animal

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Ke$ha Ruffles Some Feathers

March 19, 2013

(CELEBRITY NEWS) American pop star Ke$ha is best known for her careless party girl image, but for a while now, the “Tik Tok” singer has been making a name for herself as an animal rights activist. Last year, the glitter-loving star urged fans to boycott Canadian seafood in order to help put an end to seal clubbing. She also wrote an open letter advocating for an international ban on cosmetic animal testing. On March 23, she will receive the distinguished Wyler award from the HSUS, which was previously given to Sir Paul McCartney, Hayden Panettiere, and other celebrity animal advocates. But many animal lovers are angered by the Humane Society’s decision to award Ke$ha given her questionable past of wearing feathers and fur, as well as her offhand remarks regarding owning wild animals. Read on to find out why Ke$ha might not be the best candidate for this award — Global Animal

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Romanian Gangster’s Exotic Pets Seized

March 2, 2013

(EXOTIC PETS) A Romanian man named Ion Balint—also known as Nutzu the Pawnbroker—was indicted this week for leading a criminal gang. Authorities seized his four privately owned lions and two bears on Wednesday and suspect the criminal used the wild animals to intimidate rivals. Environmental authorities and the Vier Pfoten animal welfare charity say the wild animals will be temporarily housed in a zoo and possibly relocated to South Africa. Read on to learn more about the investigation. — Global Animal

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Protest The Cruelest Show On Earth (SCHEDULE BY CITY)

February 27, 2013

(CIRCUS PROTEST) For the rest of the year, filthy, poorly ventilated boxcars with the logo “Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus” will tour the country carrying creatures of the wild in chains and cages. Elephants, monkeys, big cats, and other circus animals will be forced to travel for an average of more than 26 hours—and as long as 60 to 100 hours, all in the name of “entertainment.”  Here’s how you can join the circus protest and find great information on how to get involved. — Global Animal

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