Animals

Alarming decline of sperm whales in the Gulf of California

Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus), the largest species of toothed whales, are disappearing from the Gulf of California due to the drastic decrease in the number and size of giant squids (Dosidicus gigas), their main source of food. Decline in Sightings Over...

Baby turtles released to save endangered species: what does the plan entail

Over the weekend, baby turtles were released in Panama with the aim of saving the marine species. The initiative was led by an environmental foundation on a Pacific beach. On Saturday, dozens of hatchlings emerged from a container and slowly...

Endangered exotic animals: Two specimens rescued in Tucumán

In a procedure carried out at the border post of 7 de Abril, Tucumán, **(https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/rescatan-a-un-puma-bebe-de-una-casa-en-traslasierra-que-lo-tenian-de-mascota/)** that were in captivity. They are two protected specimens: a **rainbow boa** and an **albino gecko lizard**. The procedure took place around 7:15 p.m. on...

Drug trafficking and its devastating effect on jaguars in Central America

The **Central American jaguar** faces a new threat: **drug trafficking**. This feline shares almost 70% of its territory with drug cartels, putting its survival at **risk**. In addition to drug trafficking, **deforestation and habitat fragmentation** are isolating jaguar populations. The...

On a US island, a creature entered and devoured everything, now only two of the most feared species coexist.

In 1940, a creature sneaked into an island in the USA and devoured everything. Today, only **two of the most feared species** by humans coexist alone. In **Guam**, an island of the United States in the Pacific, the presence of...

The yellow thrush and the challenging mission of its preservation

The yellow cardinal is one of the many native species of South America, which can be found in this country, specifically in the northwest provinces of Argentina such as Entre Ríos, Corrientes, and Misiones. However, these birds are in...

Why does your dog follow you everywhere?

Dogs are considered great friends and companions of humans, so it is not surprising that once the bond is formed between them, these pets do not stop following their owners around the house. According to specialists, this behavior, which can...

The method used by bees to achieve incredible symmetry in their homes

Bees are not only important members of the ecosystem, but also for their own colonies. But they stand out not only for their honey and benefits for the environment, but also for the organization of their hives. These insects...

Why are greyhounds so skinny?

The slender silhouette of greyhounds is not only a particular characteristic of their anatomy, but also reflects their history as exceptional runners. Although their slim appearance may concern some, contrary to popular belief, these dogs are strong, resilient, and...

Abuse on the Costanera de Corrientes: man attacks cats from the feline colony

An enraging case of animal abuse occurred on the Costanera of Corrientes last Monday, when a man was caught kicking a cat that belongs to the feline colony. This happened after his dog attacked the cat, as explained by the...

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A new species of freshwater fish discovered in Tierra del Fuego

Lourdes Higueras, a recent graduate of the National University of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and South Atlantic Islands (UNTDF),...