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Throughout the United States, there are around 1,267 bird species. Of these species around 89 of them are threatened or endangered. It may seem like a small number compared to the total amount of species, but this is a lot. These 89 species may not see 2027. The following birds are within the top 10 …

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600 years ago the White Stork went extinct. The last sighting of them was in Edinburgh in 1416. Over the years there have been efforts to reintroduce them into the world. Recently, a White stork was spotted flying over Chesire, England. Let’s hope a T-rex isn’t next! Storks Soaring the Skies Being spotted after 608 …

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Around January every year, deer have a drop in testosterone, which causes the tissue in their antlers to weaken and shed. But don’t worry, they grow back! This process can be important for the males, as their antlers may have been damaged during fighting for dominance. Shedding and regrowing their antlers gives them a fresh …

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Found tied up in a back alley in New York City, this dog was left alone in the sweltering heat. He was in terrible condition, without food or water, and covered in dirt. Thanks to the warm hearts of passers-by and two police officers, this dog may have a chance to survive. Alone And Fighting …

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Many reports of hearing a little puppy screaming led Chris, from Paw Squadron Rescue, to investigate. Found abandoned and thrown out with the trash, this puppy was shaking with fear. It was clear that the little guy was in desperate need of help. Thrown Out With The Trash There had been a lot of reports …

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Found as a stray, this dog is partially paralyzed. He is unable to move his back legs, moving around by shuffling and guiding himself with his front legs. After being rescued the reason is uncovered but the chances of him being able to walk again are uncertain. Shuffling Stray Found On The Beach Unable to …

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Spanning around 415 miles, Rocky Mountain National Park is a protected area of Colorado established in 1915, containing mountains, meadows, and lakes. The National Park is a much-loved place by birdwatchers, wildlife enthusiasts, and hikers. With gorgeous views, over 300 miles of hiking trails, and hundreds of different animal species, there is something there for …

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Terrified and untrusting, this rescue pup stayed inside her crate for 5 whole days. Saved from a cruel and abusive home, the dog had intense trauma that needed to be worked through. The adopting family knew this would be a journey, but were they ready? Comfort In A Crate This panic-stricken dog, Mavyn, was rescued …

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With many animals going extinct plans have been put in place to try and save their species. One of these plans is the Dubin Zoo breeding plan. Here they have over 35 species from various zoos being matched up in the hopes of successfully playing cupid. The animals are matched as most suitable and most …

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After being dumped and abandoned on someone’s property, this dog hid in the corner terrified. Constantly cowering away, the shelter knew that the terrified pup would need a lot of patience, love, and attention. Comfort Hides In The Corners After being rescued from an abandoned property, this terrified girl went straight to a corner in …

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Have you ever seen a hospital run by animals in the wild? Me neither, probably because it is highly unlikely. However, animals have been around for millennia and have not always needed humans when they are injured and in need of help. Rakus, an orangutan in Indonesia, provided the first documented proof of animals using …

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The world is ancient, older than we may know. Although we humans like to think that we know everything, there is so much yet to discover. Animals are one thing that we continuously learn more about. In 2007 a prehistoric cat was uncovered underneath the Madrid Principe Pio Station. This proved to be part of …

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Found alone and abandoned the young pittie was struggling to survive. Along with no food and water, she was fighting through the extreme pain of an injury. If she had not been found when she was, she would still be stuck in that torturous situation. Alone With A Broken Body And Heart Charlene came across …

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After being rescued from an abandoned property in Austin, this little pup spent her first 12 days hiding behind the toilet of her new home. The struggles of her previous life have had a heartbreaking impact on her. Will she recover from these previous traumas? Hiding From The Past This little pup found a foster …

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Deep in the forests of South Asia, a tiny terror is sneaking around. The Rusty Spotted Cat is the smallest animal in the world. The full-grown adults continue to look like tiny kitty’s. So cute! Exploring The Smallest Cat Species This little guy is ready to take on the forest floors. Even with his tiny …

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Rejected by his owner, this heartbroken dog was taken by the police and sent to a kill shelter. Fighting for his life, Holden was close to giving up. A few loving people often adopt animals from kill shelters, saving them from a cruel ending. Could Holden be one of these lucky few? Heartbreaking Rejection and …

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Penguins are family animals, nothing taught me that better than working at the South African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB). They need a colony to survive – penguins join together to avoid extinction. Penguins That Huddle Together Stay Together Penguin Colony numbers are going down rapidly. Without a colony, they will not …

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Animals are curious creatures and watching them investigate the unknown is not only satisfying but intriguing too. As humans, we are often scared of the unknown, but we all react to it differently. Animals are no different. BBC has made a documentary series showing us some animal reactions to the suspicious unknown.  Are You A …

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After the passing of his owner, this dog remained chained up and uncared for. Chained up her whole life, she had little to no social skills. All alone in the mountains of Brazil, she had no way to call for help. 730 Days Alone And Unloved This 8-year-old dog had been chained up his entire …

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Many of us have pets, dogs, cats, hamsters, bunnies, and maybe even a bird. Some people go to the next level by having pets such as meerkats, chinchillas, sugar gliders, etc. This story dives into that next level of pet ownership.  The Primate Companion This family based in Miami has a chimp child! Limbani Chimp …

Read More about Chimpanzee’s Journey Home Was An Emotional Reunion After 7 Years in Miami

Living in the yard they became unlikely friends, chicken and goat standing together to save their chicken buddy. A goat saving a chicken? You wouldn’t expect that, but this yard family sticks together! Life in the Farmyard Farmyard life is hard work. There is always something to clean, something to fix, someone to feed, etc. …

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We find beauty, danger, and untold stories in the depths of Asia’s tropical rainforests. You would never expect one of these dangers to be the orchid. I love orchids and have many in my home, the thought of them being dangerous seems utterly impossible. Introducing the Tropical Rainforest  The tropical rainforests of Asia are believed …

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Found abandoned and alone in the streets, this puppy shakes and trembles with fear. Charity shelter volunteer, Lauren’s heart shattered at the sight of this terrified puppy. The pup refused to eat, unable to look anyone in the eye. The team knew they had a long healing journey ahead of them. One Pawprint At A …

Read More about Shaking With Fear This Stray’s Geart Is Warmed by the Loving Hand of a Human

Jubilee, a sweet and playful dog, woke up one day to a sudden change. Her eyes began to weep and her previously excitable nature began to turn depressive. Scared and worried, her 2-legged parents knew that something was very wrong. From Playful To Panic Jubilee has always been a joyful and playful dog. Her mood …

Read More about Sweet Dog Is Thrown Into A Heartbreaking Battle Against a Life-Changing Disease

This playful and delightful puppy suddenly experienced a dramatic drop in his mood. With a hunched back and cries of pain, the puppy’s owners rushed to the vet, panic rising. After insisting on more tests a heartbreaking discovery came to light. The Tail of Joy  3 months before, a couple adopted a little puppy called …

Read More about Sudden Change In Puppies Behaviour Leads Heartbroken Parents To Discover A Rare Brain Disorder

A young man walking past saved a 6-week-old puppy in severe condition. The tiny puppy was lying desperately motionless on the pavement as his owner looked down on him. With a low chance of survival, the puppy fought heart-wrenchingly to survive. Saved From a Cruel Owner and Brutal Start to Life When walking along the …

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This heartbreaking story tells us about the brutality that this dog went through. After being sold twice, this dog was found abandoned with a jersey tied around his neck. Unwanted and alone this pup could do nothing but wait for a rescuer. Claimed Yet Alone In The Streets A couple found an abandoned dog outside …

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After his owner passed away, Woody was abandoned in a sold house. Heartbroken with grief he was left to struggle through the loss and his new life alone. He waited for 365 days, alone under a shed, waiting for his owner’s return. A Heart-wrenching Tale of Mourning Woody was left abandoned, alone, and heartbroken after …

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Many people witnessed a tiny puppy being hit by a car, and the driver speeding away. They helped the puppy onto the sidewalk, and not knowing how to help they left him there. Abandoned and severely injured, the little puppy watched people simply walk past him without batting an eye. The Tiny Victim Of A …

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An innocent little puppy, Lucy, faced extreme cruelty and trauma at a very young age. She was terrified of everyone and everything, cowering away every minute of the day. A brutal life was all that she had known, the new acts of kindness were an unexpected change. A Life Of Pain And Suffering Little puppy …

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Found living in a tent in someone’s backyard, this warmhearted dog and her new pups gained a chance at a better life. The lives of these 7 puppies began in harsh conditions but with the love of their mother, and a wonderful team of rescuers, their lives were about to change.  Heart-Wrenching Cries For Help …

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After being abandoned on the side of the road, possibly hit, and left for dead, this pup finally saw hope. With a big team and much effort, the desperate pup is finally given the chance of a future. The Heartbreaking Start Of A Great Rescue Called in by a close-by neighbor, Audray and her team …

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After being rescued from a fake shelter, this dog learns of the true love of human kindness. Raided by police this shelter is quickly shut down. The uncared-for dogs are instantly sent to real shelters and given the care they need. Rescued From A Rescue The Dodo’s YouTube producer and director of The Animal Pad, …

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This adult pittie was found abandoned in a forest. He had a collar on, which had been there for a while as he grew, eventually starting to tighten around his neck. He was so terrified, yet grateful to be saved. A Feral In A Forest Scared and alone, Wally the pit bull had been living …

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This stray pup was heard continuously letting out a heartbreaking cry. The scared little German shepherd coward away from his rescuers. Her cries are heard, resulting in a heartwarming rescue story and the transformation of this loving German shepherd. Hiding and Full Of Fear After a woman heard the cries of a stray German shepherd …

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Chained up and starving, this dog is grateful to be saved. His rescuers refused to give up, determined to save this pup. He looked like nothing more than skin and bone but refused to give up on life. Bound and Bolted Finding a dog chained and bolted in someone’s backyard, these people knew that they …

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After moving into a new house, a couple finds a 10-year-old pit bull abandoned by the previous owners. Before moving they tied the dog to a tree and then left her there. The new owners were heartbroken by the abandonment of the dog, Molly, and a cat. Tied Up And Left Behind When April and …

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Sometimes owners decide they cannot handle or care for a dog after an adoption. Some dogs get returned to the shelter many times. This time, the heartbreaking returns helped the shelter learn more about Inga. 5 Years In The Shelter With Multiple Quick Returns Inga was brought into the shelter in 2015 as a stray. …

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Millions of stray dogs roam the streets around the world. Only a few hundred of them managed to find a good forever home. This little pup is one of those lucky ones. She sat at people door doorsteps until she was finally noticed and saved from the brutal street life. Being Noticed Leads To A …

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Most of us treat our pets as our fluffy children, part of the family. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. This little puppy was abandoned on the side of the road, left there in a cardboard box. His cries were heard, a heartbreaking sound of pain and sadness. All Alone In The Cold Night …

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Sadly, many people cannot afford to look after their pets. Sabine’s heart was shattered after finding a tiny puppy tied to a pole with a bag over its head. The pup wasn’t scared of them, it was grateful for being rescued. Tied Up And Fighting For Her Life Sabine and her team from Little Steps …

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Out on another adventure, Brody and Katie’s climb through the canyons took an unexpected turn. Hearing the howls of ‘coyotes’ they looked up and found that the sound was coming from 2 little dogs stuck on a ledge. Cries Of The Canyons Hearing the cries of the same coyotes that they heard the night before, …

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Brutus was sent back to the shelter with a note. His owners admit with heavy hearts that they cannot handle him anymore and that his extreme aggression is too much for them. Lee, a loving dog father, agrees to foster Brutus and discover what is happening. ‘Brutal’ Brutus Meets His Foster Dad Lee is a …

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A starving husky collapsed outside someone’s house. He was skinny and weak. The homeowners called the This Is Houston Rescue Center for help. Immediately rushing to the scene, the puppy’s rescuers were heartbroken by the sight. The poor husky used all of his energy to lift up his head as a cry for help. Brutal …

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Not all dogs manage to keep their spirits up when in shelters, and of course, they wouldn’t be expected to. Chloe, is one of these dogs, any more time in the shelter, and would have mentally collapsed. Always hiding in the corner with a heartbreaking look in her eyes, Chloe was desperate for her savior. …

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Upon property inspection, Lucy was found abandoned and scared, waiting for her owners to return. The owners had moved two weeks ago, leaving this adorable pup behind. Covered in fleas and ticks, Lucy was desperate to be saved. She was struggling to survive all alone, unfed, and without water. Silently Suffering In Freezing Conditions On …

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Four Paws, a well-known animal welfare organization, has begun an investigation into cruel puppy trades throughout Europe. Sellers have been using Facebook and Instagram for illegal puppy sales, somehow escaping without any consequences.  Four Paws Tracks The Scent  Four Paws is an international animal welfare organization. They have hundreds of successful programs all around the …

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As a young stray this Terrier mix, affectionately named Stubby, won the heart of Private J. Robert Conroy. Standing by his owners, Stubby served on the frontlines of World War 1. He served in 17 battles over 18 months. Stubby could proudly bark about his strength as the war ended, surviving despite various injuries.  Connections …

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The unearthing of a 350 million-year-old tree fossil has opened the door to plants of the past. Five of these fossils were found in New Brunswick, Canada. Discovered close to a quarry, they are believed to have fallen during an earthquake.  Stone–Set Sanfordiacaulis Densifolia We may not have much proof of this, but we do …

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Everyone knows about the dinosaur extinction but not many know about the rise of mammals that followed, such as the gomphotheres. This group of proboscideans began roaming on Earth around the end of the Eocene Epoch era, around 34 million years ago. Scientists believe that they existed as recently as 11,700 years ago.  The Old And …

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The world is full of the weird and wonderful. The hellbender is a strange-looking salamander-type aquatic creature. Over the past 54 years, its population has declined steadily. Conservationists in North Carolina have set their minds to saving these peculiar creatures. The Underwater Giants This large aquatic salamander lives in cool, clean waters, hiding under rocks …

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This species of comb jelly has taken the act of lying about your age to the next level. The Atlantic Jelly Comb, or Sea Walnut, can transfer from a mature adult back into larval form. This transformation is not just for fun but serves a great purpose for them in times of need. Glowing Walnuts …

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In the heat of Bali, this family found Hope, a little dog chained to a pole outside a house her whole life. Skinny and scared, Hope finally learns about love and living with a pack. Her transformation is phenomenal, and she soon finds her light again. Shackles of Heartbreak Many people around the world take …

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Sometimes it can be nerve-racking to introduce a new pet to your current pets. Especially when they are animals that don’t usually get along. This woman lovingly saved a lost kitten, bringing her home to care for and raise. The scary part…How would her pitbull react? Animals aren’t always as they seem and sometimes they …

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Around 66 million years ago an asteroid hit the earth, causing the extinction of the dinosaurs…well most of them. Scientists have found traces of this asteroid, the Chicxulub Impactor. They think they may be able to find out where it came from, and how it could help us. From Fierce To Fossil 66 million years …

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