wild animals
Animals the way nature intended it; explore the world of wild animals and the controversies surrounding domestication and hunting of feral beasts.
6 Dangerous Animals you should avoid when Camping in the Wild
Wilderness camping might be challenging to some people but to you it is a fun way of getting away from civilization as you becoming one with Mother Nature. Once you are out in the great outdoors, you might meet up on some rough terrains and various animals as well. Some animals in the back-country may not pose a danger to you as you carry out your exploration of the campground and its surroundings. Others on the other hand though, might pose a terrible danger to you and so it’s best that you keep as far away as possible from such creatures.
By Lancelot Tucker6 years ago in Petlife
5 Animals That Are Basically Pokémon
There's no shortage of animals and objects that Pokémon creators can draw from, yet these five animals have not yet been adapted into the Pokémon world. They're practically there already, so let's take a look and see how they'd fit in!
By The One True Geekology6 years ago in Petlife
Nature is Just a Very Large Menu
The music is straight out of a James Bond movie car chase. Thrilling with soaring violins and fast edits to heighten the suspense. Zoom shots of the gazelle’s panicked eyes panning out to show the cheetah closing in for the kill. A driving drum beat underpins the action.
By Remington Write6 years ago in Petlife
Alaska's Wildlife Experience
Resurrection Bay, in Seward, Alaska Small town living in Alaska definitely has it's share of up-close personal encounters, to call them wild would be a gross understatement. Our tiny fishing community opens it's season beginning in May and ends in September. Tourists come from around the world to visit our area with extraordinary artistry, breathtaking views, world-class fishing, and an abundance of Alaskan wildlife. The great Alaskan experience that they visit our home to witness what by most people would be considered a once in a lifetime opportunity.
By Tracy Bartley6 years ago in Petlife
A Hundred Pound Wet Rat
Have you ever seen a 100-pound wet rat? The first time I spotted a large male beaver on Cedar Creek, (Mineral County, Montana) that's exactly what I thought it was. I looked again, perhaps the gangly creature waddling down the bank was a bear cub. My next thought was, where is Mama Bear?
By Marlene Affeld6 years ago in Petlife
The Cult of Carole Baskin: How the “Tiger King” Affects Modern Zoos and Aquariums
The seven-part Netflix series “The Tiger King” was a true hit among the binge-watchers who were looking for something to take their mind off the “COVID-19 Pandemic. It also exploited the questionable animal welfare and business practices of the Tampa Bay-based Big Cat Rescue (BRC), which is a poorly-managed zoo that animal rights extremists have greenwashed as Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries-accredited sanctuary (Kroiss 2020).
By Jenna Deedy6 years ago in Petlife
A hawk in my heart
I was cruising toward Blackfriars Bridge, south to the beckoning Thames. I rise early for my permitted “one form of exercise a day” — cycling seems the best way to keep 2 metres apart and so I discover I am becoming a more confident cyclist. Disquieting, however, to feel proud of my improving skills, knowing they are thanks to the streets eerily emptied by COVID-19. Ordinarily the City would be thick with cars and trucks and buses, but not this morning, not any morning now.
By Erica Wagner6 years ago in Petlife
Montana's Hoary Marmots
The Hoary Marmot, the largest of the North American sciurid rodents, is a fascinating, charismatic animal. Marmot population biology, their impact on the ecosystem, physiology and behavior is studied worldwide. The only holiday in the United States to be named after an animal is named for a marmot - Groundhog's Day. Closely related to tree squirrels, prairie dogs, and groundhogs, hoary marmots are the largest ground-dwelling squirrels in the world.
By Marlene Affeld6 years ago in Petlife
Men break lockdown rules in Spain to rescue six dolphins
Spain has been on a major lockdown for a number of weeks now during the COVID-19 pandemic. Only essential workers can work, people can only go out to shop for groceries or medication, or to walk their dogs. Going to the beach is out of the question.
By Anne Sewell6 years ago in Petlife
Life-Long Tiger Trainer Speaks Out in the Light of the “Tiger King”
With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing both families and communities alike from around the world to stay home, and cancel all major plans until it is okay to resume normal life, it is no arguing that it has allowed people to do all sorts of activities at home with their loved ones like playing video games, watching movies, baking, cooking, doing some arts and crafts, and of course, binge whatever show is on either Netflix or Disney+ which brings me to my next subject, a little docuseries on Netflix called The Tiger King.
By Jenna Deedy6 years ago in Petlife
As Bullfighters Ask For A €700m Coronavirus Bailout, It’s Time To End This Cruel Blood Sport Once And For All.
As Spain continues to battle the coronavirus, our beleaguered Spanish friends have erupted in fury on social media at the demands of many bullfighting organisations that the government provide financial relief to save the blood sport to the tune of €700 million euros.
By Samantha Wilson6 years ago in Petlife
