Toxoplasmosis: how feral cats kill wildlife without lifting a pawFeral cats are a huge threat to our native wildlife, hunting and killing an estimated 75 million animals across Australia each and every night. But the killing spree doesn't end there. There's a parasite…Bronwyn Fancourt...
Ideally, if you have determined that the wildlife needs help, you should leave it where it is and contact a rehabilitator, although you should not leave the animal if it is in danger. Moving a young animal can cause it injury or damage, and if you speak to a rehabilitator, they will...
Always keep trash cans covered, and maybe even secure the lid with bungee cords. Never leave your own pet’s food outside, as neighborhood cats may help themselves. If youattract lots of birdsto your yard with bird feeders or birdbaths, it might be a good idea to stop until you can ...
Although hiring a wildlife removal company to safely get rid of the raccoon on your property might be expensive, in the long-run it’s worth it, since raccoon damage to your property can be expensive. Raccoons might wreck insulation, tear holes in your roof, or chew on electrical wires. F...
This article presents information on wild coyotes and how to avoid them. New subdivisions replace wilderness, coyotes get displaced and often come in closer contact with humans and their pets. They can, and occasionally do, take cats according to Chuck Waters, wildlife biologist with the Georgia ...
A catio is an outdoor structure designed to give your cat a safe way to experience life outside. Whether it’s a small perch attached to a window or a larger freestanding space in your yard, a catio is all about enrichment. It gives cats a chance to observe birds, feel the breeze, ...
"If we can stop them being eaten by our cats and stop them killing themselves on our windows, then a huge difference can be made right now." One more recommendation from McFarlane is to reduce the amount of light you leave on y...
In the early 1970s, India began passing laws against killing tigers. Since then, other countries with wild tigers have passed similar laws. Many countries around the world, including the United States, have passed laws to stop the sale of products made from tiger parts. International projects ...
Perfect for near a pond where it can provide shelter for beneficial wildlife, such as newts and tadpoles. The Water Forget-Me-Not thrives in boggy conditions, and is a good plant to include as part of an aquatic garden. Myosotis sylvatica (Woodland Forget-Me-Not). A widely available type...
In some parts of the world they are revered and protected; in other places they are captured and eaten for dinner. One thing is certain: They’re everywhere.