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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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Baby Animals From Around The World (GALLERY)

May 4, 2013

(ANIMAL PICTURES) Check out this fantastic collection of photos showing new members of the animal kingdom from all around the world! — Global Animal

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U.S. CEO-Hunter Imports Rhino “Trophy”

May 4, 2013

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) For the first time since 1980, American officials are allowing a hunter to bring a slain African rhino back to the States as a hunting trophy.  David Reinke, the CEO of Liberty Parts Team, reportedly killed a black rhino in 2009 with consent from the Nambian government—which allows five male black rhinos that are too old to reproduce to be shot each year—claiming his kill was an act of “conservation hunting.” This self-serving move has angered many within the animal protection and anti-hunting communities, who believe this decision will only further glorify hunting. Read on for more on Reinke’s illogical rationalization and what he plans to do with his new “specimen.” — Global Animal

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Is That A Caterpillar Or Donald Trump’s Hair?

May 3, 2013

(ANIMAL SCIENCE) There’s a new bigwig in the rainforest—literally. A rare yellow-colored caterpillar of the flannel moth species was recently videotaped in the Amazon and has now been nicknamed the “Donald Trump Caterpillar.” The peculiar creature bears a shocking resemblance to the golden do of the Donald himself, yet the caterpillar’s blonde mane actually consists of venomous setae that can cause serious skin irritations. So don’t touch this fuzzy insect, or “you’re fired!” Continue reading for more on this bigwig bug’s story. — Global Animal

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Horse Slaughterhouses: A Reality In New Mexico?

May 2, 2013

(ANIMAL RIGHTS) After over a year of waiting for the Department of Agriculture to approve of its inhumane operation, the dreaded horse slaughterhouse in Roswell, New Mexico will soon be opening its doors. Unless Congress steps in and reinstates the federal ban on the cruel practice which lapsed in 2011, Valley Meat Co. will become the first domestic horse slaughterhouse since 2006. Read on to lean more about the ongoing emotional debate and sign the petition urging the U.S. Agriculture Secretary to stop horse slaughter from resuming. — Global Animal

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Urban Wildlife “Commuters”

May 2, 2013

(CULTURE) Everyday, people all over the world use public transportation to get around town, and consequently, animals are adapting to urban life as well. From monkeys to coyotes, many different species are finding their way onto mass transit systems and realizing how convenient public transportation truly is. These animal “commuters” are typically motivated by food and safety which make city living a dream come true. Read on to find out what animals are taking advantage of these public services and how these wildlife “commuters” are changing the meaning of coexistence. — Global Animal

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Rehabilitating Species Howl For Help

April 29, 2013

(POLITICS) MONTANA — Efforts made over the years in response to the dwindling population of gray wolves in the United States has recently taken a critical hit. Federal wildlife officials plan to nullify legislation detrimental to the preservation of the gray wolves. If passed, laws protecting gray wolves would further jeopardize the species, despite the fact that after countless years of protection, gray wolves have begun to make a promising comeback. Read on for more regarding the hardships gray wolves may have to face in the near future. — Global Animal

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Tony The Truck Stop Tiger (UPDATE)

April 28, 2013

(POLITICS) Tony the tiger is not doing so great. The 550-pound Bengal-Siberian tiger currently resides in a 40-foot-by-80-foot enclosure at a Louisiana truck stop right outside of Baton Rouge. Tony is not the first tiger to have lived at the roadside establishment. Over the years, several adult tigers have been brought to this wild cat prison, and 13 cubs were born here. These unusual practices have caught the attention of animal rights organizations, local news stations, and law enforcement, and now the Tiger Truck Stop is smack-dab in the middle of a complicated legal dispute. Read the article below to learn more about Tony the tiger and the Tiger Truck Stop’s pending legal issues. — Global Animal

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