Animals

June 24, 2022

Rare Baby Galápagos Giant Tortoise With Albinism Is Born at Swiss Zoo

The Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis niger) is an incredible species. The massive reptiles can live well over a century and are native to the unique environment of the Galápagos Islands. These living relics can weigh over 500 pounds and are difficult to breed. Optimistic estimates put their numbers at 10,000 to 15,000 tortoises alive today in the wild.

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June 14, 2022

A Very Patient Robert Irwin Tries to Help an Aggressive Bird Overcome Her Anger Management Issues

As it turns out, people aren't the only ones who struggle with anger management and need a good therapist. Such is the case with Emily, a wild curlew who found her way to one of the Irwins' conservation properties. Now, in addition to building a career as a conservationist and an award-winning photographer, Robert Irwin has undertaken the challenge of working with the volatile bird.

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June 13, 2022

White Lion With Bangs at Guangzhou Zoo May Have Accidentally Given Himself This Haircut

There are bad hair days, and then there are the days where you cut your own hair and have to spend weeks growing out the results of an impulsive decision. Humans know these fashion faux pas all too well, but at the Guangzhou Zoo, in China, there is a lion who can relate, too. Meet Hang Hang, a male white lion who has been sporting a truly puzzling hairdo.

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