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A giant yellow anaconda was captured by firefighters after crossing a highway near a house in Ituiutaba, Brazil.

The Environmental Police in Brazil seized eight firearms during an operation aimed at combating illegal hunting in Northern Minas Gerais, resulting in one arrest.

A 25-year-old American has been sentenced to 45 days in prison for giving alcohol to a protected bird in Los Angeles.

An adder was spotted in Askøy outside Bergen, leading officials to urge dog owners to be cautious as snakes emerge with warming weather.

An adder has been spotted in Askøy, Norway, prompting warnings for dog owners to remain vigilant as the snake becomes more active with warming temperatures.

An individual has been convicted for providing alcohol to an oak hawk in Iceland.

The first lapwings, known as harbingers of spring, have been spotted returning to Klaipėda, as confirmed by local wildlife experts.

Wildlife collisions are on the rise in Czechia, prompting authorities to consider erecting fences along highways to mitigate the issue.

Home Bargains is selling a hand-painted glass bird bath for £12.99, designed to attract wildlife to gardens.

Recent research suggests that female reindeer may consume their own shed antlers post-birth to replenish essential minerals needed for nursing.

A recent report from the Madhya Pradesh High Court has revealed that eight tigers died in the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve between November 21, 2025, and February 2, 2026, raising serious concerns about wildlife conservation efforts in the state.

The office in Nový Bor has warned residents about the presence of a small group of three wolves in the area.

A 35-year-old man in Stockholm was recently convicted of serious wildlife protection crimes for trading rare stuffed animals, including a lion and a puma.

Crows are intelligent birds that often work together in groups and show behaviors that help them avoid predators and thrive in various environments.

Dingo advocates in Australia are pushing for legal protection of dingoes, arguing against their classification as pests due to their cultural and environmental significance.

The Madhya Pradesh government spends approximately ₹35,000 daily to feed cheetahs in Kuno National Park, as revealed in recent legislative assembly data.

A new predictive map has identified 47 areas in Seoul and Incheon where wild boars and raccoons are likely to appear, developed through AI and genetic analysis to prevent safety accidents and diseases from wild animal encounters.

A toddler in Pasadena, California, had a terrifying encounter with a coyote that chased him outside his home, as captured on surveillance footage.

Experts captured on video the unique courtship behavior of two pumas in Argentina's Patagonia, a significant moment for wildlife conservation.

Influencer Pequena Lô visits the world's largest freshwater aquarium, Bioparque Pantanal, where she interacts with various species including touching the skin of a snake.

An alligator was found in front of a house in Mira Estrela, São Paulo, prompting the local fire department and civil defense to capture it and return it to a natural habitat.

A hen harrier that had been trapped in a parking garage in Kuopio eluded rescue efforts by local authorities.

A 25-year-old American, Cesar Gustavo Diaz, has been sentenced to 45 days in prison for cruelty to animals after making a Cooper's hawk drink alcohol.

During a recent Turkish football match, a seagull was resuscitated with CPR after suffering from apparent health issues on the field.

The first eggs of the season have been laid by sea eagles, which has sparked considerable interest among viewers of a live-streaming channel dedicated to observing these birds.

A leopard sighting in Ghaziabad caused a panic, leading to the closure of Greenfield Senior Secondary School after the animal was spotted on the campus.

Moose have increasingly invaded Anne Pagmar's farm this winter, eating the hay meant for her horses and leading to higher feed costs.

Residents of Hawaii are facing issues with feral chickens that are damaging property and becoming a nuisance, prompting calls for their extermination.

A rare manul named Bożenka has mysteriously disappeared from the Poznań Zoo, sparking suspicions that she was intentionally released by an unknown perpetrator.

The State Forest Service of Latvia warns that deep snow and thawing conditions can lead to the mortality of deer, particularly in areas with heavy snowfall.

Rat sightings in the Helsinki metropolitan area have surged this winter, with reports up by approximately 25% compared to milder winters, according to pest control expert Petri Metsälä.

Residents of a building in Přerov were startled to find a snake hiding under the staircase.

A baby giant anteater was rescued after being found clinging to its dead mother, who had been hit by a vehicle in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

A leopard was spotted roaming inside a school campus in Ghaziabad, causing panic and prompting immediate safety measures by the school authorities and forest department.

Wolves have been confirmed in the forests around Nový Bor in Czechia, prompting authorities to advise the public on safety during encounters.

A leopard was reportedly spotted in a school compound in Ghaziabad, India, leading to an immediate holiday declaration to ensure student safety.

The oldest grey crane has made its return to the region of Českolipsko in Czechia, marking a significant milestone as it reaches the age of 24 this year.

A football match in Turkey was interrupted due to an unexpected incident involving a seagull.

An ecological restoration experiment in Arizona's San Pedro River found that reintroducing beavers greatly benefited the local ecosystem.

A study found that many wild chimpanzees are consuming alcohol by eating overripe fruits, similar to one or two drinks a day for humans.

Residents in Sena Madureira, Acre, discovered a caninana snake and a porcupine in their homes, prompting a rescue by firefighters.

A hawk with an injury and a broken wing was rescued from a garage in Santa Rita do Passa Quatro, SP, by a veterinarian after being called by a local resident.

An Ottawa man had an amusing encounter as two turkeys followed him around on the street, which was captured on video by a local resident.

Flora, a cateto female, was relocated to the world's largest freshwater aquarium due to her inability to survive in the wild after being raised by humans.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has deployed 500 goats in the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve as part of a pilot project to clear invasive vegetation and reduce wildfire risk.

A couple in Dartmouth, Devon, filmed a large black cat they believe could be a panther, a sighting that aligns with numerous reports of such creatures in the area.

Recent assessments indicate that at least 9 wolves are residing in the Máchovo region and Kokořínsko area in Czechia.

The County Administrative Board in Västernorrland has approved the culling of two wolves near Sollefteå after they have established a territory in the area.

Two men were arrested with 350 ground canaries in Roraima, Brazil, highlighting ongoing issues of wildlife trafficking.

Avian influenza has been detected in a greylag goose and a buzzard in Regensburg, prompting health advisories to the public.