B.C.'s cold, wet spring has bears venturing into neighborhoods for food
By mid-June, black bears that live around Metro Vancouver would typically be in the woods feasting on ripe salmonberries. But this year, those berries are scarce.
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The finalists of the 2022 Bird Photographer of the Year competition
More than 20,000 images captured by photographers from 115 countries have been submitted to the awards, with the overall winner primed to take home a £5k cash prize.
Bird Photographer of the Year - International Wildlife Photography Competition
Bird Photographer of the Year is the world's leading bird photography contest. Celebrating birds and supporting conservation through photos.
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Sometimes There Is Such A Thing As A Free Meal!
Quail walks right into crocodile's jaw. Posted By Ghost
Close Call: Dude Almost Loses His Life By His Pet Python!
Damn near choked him out, luckily he got back up. Posted By Persist
He Gonna Quit After This: UPS Driver Gets Chased By A German Shepherd While Delivering A Package!
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Lioness Left This Photographer Frozen After Sneaking Up On Him!
Credit: @lion.tape. Posted by Abdul
Damn Nature: Female Praying Mantis Eats A Male Mantis' Upper Body After Mating!
She mad he only lasted 8 seconds. Posted By Ghost
Cambodian lands world record freshwater catch
A giant stingray, hooked last week in Cambodia, has set a new world record for the largest freshwater fish ever caught.
Huge sturgeon caught near Lillooet, B.C., for likely the first time in its 110-year life
A massive sturgeon caught near Lillooet, B.C., on Father's Day may be the largest ever landed on that portion of the Fraser River, according to the company that organized the fishing trip.
Can a Future Fleet of Robotic Fish Clean Up the Ocean?
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Tiny fish-shaped robot created that can pick up ocean microplastics
Scientists from Sichuan University, China have made a fish-shaped robot that can absorb ocean microplastics. It is only half-an-inch long so can squeeze into cracks and crevices in the seabed.
Six-stone SHARK is the largest of its kind ever caught in Britain
A fisherman from South Wales has caught a six-stone shark off the coast of Pembrokeshire. The tope has been verified as the largest of its kind ever caught in UK waters.
Tiny mites have sex on your face and nipples while you sleep
Researchers from the University of Reading have sequenced a mite's genome for the first time, and found inbreeding is causing them to shed unnecessary genes and cells.
Stingray weighing 661lbs deemed world's largest freshwater fish
The stingray, nicknamed 'full moon,' was caught in the Mekong River by a local fisherman. Scientists tagged the fist before setting it free. They hope to learn more about its behavior.
Burmese python weighing 215lbs and measuring 18ft found in Florida
The female Burmese python, which was found outside of Naples, Florida, is not only the largest to be found in the state, but it also had the most proto eggs of any female observed.
Mesmerising live stream of barn owls in Yorkshire goes viral
Yorkshire-based wildlife artist Robert Fuller has set up webcams in local locations, such as inside the nests of barn owls, tawny owls, kestrels and stoats.
Giant dwarf crocodile discovered that may have eaten human ancestors
Two new species of 'giant' dwarf crocodiles have been discovered by researchers at the University of Iowa. They could have grown up to 12 feet in length and preyed on ancient humans.
Seals use their whiskers to locate prey when hunting in the dark
Researchers from Tachikawa, Japan have found that elephant seals hunt by using their sensitive whiskers to detect water movements made by their prey
The 'Great Dying' was followed by 'a dramatic rebirth of life'
Fossils found in China suggests ancestors of those that died in the mass extinction evolved to be faster and smarter. Land animals stood upright, allowing for longer strides when moving.
Is climate change killing polar bears? Scientists find new population
Researchers from the University of Washington have discovered a new population of polar bears thriving in the ice-free sea in Southeast Greenland.
Seven rainbow birds have flown to Norfolk from the Mediterranean
Seven rainbow bee-eater birds have been spotted making nest burrows in Norfolk, after they flew thousands of miles from their home in the Mediterranean, the RSPB has reported.
Dolphins 'form queues to use coral as medicine for skin ailments'
The animals are selective about seeking out a particular type of coral which has medicinal properties in the mucus it releases, according to researchers at the University of Zurich.
Watch: Bald eagle attempts to fly off with pet Yorkie
A Yorkshire terrier has survived a terrifying ordeal involving a bald eagle intent on making a meal of the pooch.
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Sea lion carcass being eaten by starfish wins photo competition
It is a bittersweet scene - a lifeless sea lion laying on the seabed while starfish feast on its remains. The starfish, however, are turning the mammal into nutrients for the marine food web.
2022 Winners
BigPicture is open to all photography enthusiasts and professionals alike worldwide to compete for a chance to win the $5,000 grand prize.
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BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition
BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition | California Academy of Sciences | Big Picture Nature Photo Contest
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Dinosaur with oldest EVER 'belly button' seen in ancient fossil
Dinosaurs don't have umbilical cords, unlike humans. Instead, the yolk sac of dinosaurs was directly attached to the body via a slit-like opening, also found in other egg-laying land animals.
Oldest known ancestor of vampire squid was an active predatory hunter
Scientists from Sorbonne University in France have reanalysed three specimens of the ancient Vampyronassa rhodanica and found strong suckers that could have been used for active hunting.
Megalodon was higher up the food chain than any other marine animal
The massive megalodon ate 'anything it wanted', potentially including other megalodons, says a new report led by Princeton University.
Giant tortoise thought to have died out over a century ago is found
The Fernandina Island Galápagos giant tortoise is confirmed to be alive by scientists at Princeton University, USA. A female discovered in 2019 has the same genome as century-old specimen.
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'You think I could do that to a bear?' B.C. brothers awed by pet cat after caught-on-camera face-off
The Sturrock brothers describe their cat Tigger – a two-year-old Bengal – as a "ferocious beast" who stares down and scares off even the largest neighbourhood dogs. But last week, the fearless feline took things to a whole new level.
Endangered orcas suffered calorie deficit in recent years: UBC study
A new study released by the University of British Columbia found that southern resident killer whales did not have enough to eat in recent years, which correlates to higher mortality and lower fertility rates.
'Easily billions of animals died': Ecosystems recovering, but could be changed forever by heat domes
A year after the heat dome event that killed billions of plants and animals in British Columbia, scientists say ecosystems are recovering, but could be transformed forever if such events become more frequent.
How to keep pets cool during a heat wave
The BC SPCA is out with a reminder not to forget about the impact soaring temperatures can have on pets as a heat warning is in effect for the Lower Mainland.
New deadly, contagious rabbit virus detected in Ontario for first time
A highly contagious and deadly virus that affects rabbits and hares has been detected in Ontario for the first time.
Mummified baby woolly mammoth discovered in Yukon 'most complete' find in North America: officials
Miners working in a gold field in Yukon have uncovered what is being called the 'most complete' mummified woolly mammoth found to date in North America, officials announced on Friday.
UBC researcher planning jellyfish world tour
A UBC researcher will soon embark on the trip of a lifetime, circling the globe over the course of several months to further her understanding of a creature that has captivated her for years: jellyfish.
Ban on dogs coming into Canada due to rabies concerns sparks debate
Some animal rescue groups fear countless dogs will die of starvation or be killed if they are not allowed entry into Canada as a result of a recently announced policy.
Florida Teen Punched Shark That Bit Her Leg, Father Says
Addison Bethea’s parents have revealed how she and her brother fought off the large beast as it attacked her.
It’s Not Too Late to Stop Mass Extinction in the Ocean
A quarter of a billion years ago, rising temperatures emptied the oceans of life. The planet now faces a similar threat, but the outcome is in human hands.
Meet the Cyberpunk Albatrosses Scanning for Secret Explosions
Acoustic waves can detect all kinds of explosions and volcanic activity, but it’s hard to place sensors at sea—unless you’ve got a bird with a backpack.
Antibiotic Use in US Farm Animals Was Falling. Now It’s Not
A new FDA report shows that a long-awaited Obama-era initiative to stop the spread of superbugs and improve animal welfare has stalled out.
What Will Replace Insects When They're Gone?
The collapse of the insect population could unravel ecosystems. Scientists wonder if robots and drones could stop the gap.
The Last-Ditch Effort to Save Wild Salmon
As climate change deals a blow to coastal habitats, coho salmon are disappearing from California’s Russian River. Can conservation hatcheries save them?
What Polar Bear Genomes May Reveal About Life in a Low-Ice Arctic
Two new studies use whole genome sequencing to explore how the animals have fared in warmer conditions, raising questions about climate and adaptation.
How Boa Constrictors Can Breathe Even as They Crush Their Prey
New research shows the snakes activate different sections of their rib cage, using their lungs as bellows to pull in air.
Oceans Aren’t Just Warming—Their Soundscapes Are Transforming
Humans are polluting the seas with sound, while warming waters change how noise propagates. What does that mean for whales and other animals?
A New Database Reveals How Much Humans Are Messing With Evolution
Some animals and plants are rapidly adapting to our warming, polluted world. How alarming that is depends on your perspective.
Animals Count and Use Zero. How Far Does Their Number Sense Go?
Crows recently demonstrated an understanding of the concept of zero. It’s only the latest evidence of animals’ talents for numerical abstraction.
Scientists Capture Airborne Animal DNA for the First Time
Researchers filtered the air around two zoos and identified genetic material from dozens of species, a technique that could help track and conserve wildlife.
The Online Spider Market Is Massive—and Crawling With Issues
A new study shows the enormous extent of the global arachnid trade, one that might be undermining wild populations.
In Alaska, Beavers Are Engineering a New Tundra
Once nonexistent in the northwest part of the state, beavers are both benefiting from and changing a warming landscape.
The North Carolina Town Besieged by Armadillos
Thanks to climate change, the armored animals are making their way up north. And there’s no sign of them stopping their relentless march.
Chernobyl Was a Wildlife Haven. Then Russian Troops Arrived
The area around the defunct power plant has been an unexpected rewilding success story. Now attempts to monitor progress are hampered by the war.
How the Demise of Dinosaurs Led to the Rise of Snakes
The Cretaceous–Paleogene extinction killed 75 percent of all species—and prompted a snakesplosion of biodiversity.
Two orcas have killed at least eight Great White Sharks since 2017
Two orcas have killed and disembowelled at least eight Great White Sharks in South Africa since 2017, Dyer Island Conservation Trust biologists have found. This has scared off the local shark population.
Black bear surprises people, chases geese at Metro Vancouver park
Two videos posted online Saturday show a black bear surprising people enjoying the Canada Day weekend at a busy Metro Vancouver park.