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environment1 day ago•7 min saved

Froggy lunch, surf-loving penguin and a standout treehopper crown this week in wildlife

This Guardian week-in-wildlife roundup highlights striking images and short notes from around the world—such as a garter snake preying on a pickerel frog, a young penguin riding waves off Rio, and protected goats on Turkish slopes—along with a feature on a treehopper vying for Invertebrate of the Year and broader conservation themes like desert rain frogs threatened by mining and England’s £60 million crayfish protection programme.

via The Guardian|

#conservation #environment #invertebrates

world1 day ago•3 min saved

From Hobart's Beach to Worldwide Legend: Neil the Seal's Viral Fame

Neil the southern elephant seal’s Tasmanian visits drew crowds and a security detail, turning him from a local sighting into a global folk hero as memes and media celebrate his free-roaming, uncontained nature. The piece explores why wild encounters captivate us, comparing him to celebrity wildlife and considering broader themes of freedom and rebellion in popular culture, while noting experts’ cautions about over-interpreting his behaviour amid his possible departure from Tasmania.

via The Conversation|

#culture #social-media #tasmania

science3 days ago•24 min saved

Rhode Island Waters Yield Rare Great White Shark Feeding Footage

A rare underwater sighting off Block Island captured an 8-foot great white shark feeding on a humpback whale carcass. Researchers from the Atlantic Shark Institute and Mystic Aquarium say it may be the first camera-recorded white shark sighting in Rhode Island waters, with the team collecting whale samples for research before the carcass washed ashore at Crescent Beach.

via New York Post|

#block-island #great-white-shark #humpback-whale

technology5 days ago•188 min saved

Nashville Zoo Faces Off Over Near-Campus Data Center and Wildlife Risks

The Nashville Zoo is opposing a proposed 50-megawatt DC BLOX data center adjacent to its Grassmere campus, warning that constant noise, light and energy use could disrupt the zoo’s clouded leopard breeding program and affect thousands of animals; DC BLOX says its design includes noise/light mitigation and water-conserving cooling. The dispute mirrors a national debate over data-center expansion, with petitions and local government moves—including possible land acquisition—adding to the debate while supporters cite mitigations.

via CNN|

#clouded-leopard #data-centers #nashville

science5 days ago•4 min saved

Neil the Seal Sparks chaos at Tasmanian petrol station as officials urge caution

A famous southern elephant seal nicknamed Neil returns to Tasmania and disrupts a local petrol station, leaning on a ute, blocking traffic and drawing crowds; wildlife officials say his play‑fighting behavior stems from isolation and warn the public to stay away to keep him safe.

via 7NEWS|

#elephant-seal #neil-the-seal #public-safety

world6 days ago•4 min saved

Tasmania's 2,200-pound seal star prompts privacy plea from officials

Neil, a 2,200-pound male elephant seal returning to Tasmania, has disrupted towns with road-blocking and property damage while amassing a large TikTok following; officials urge fans to give him privacy to prevent dangerous human–seal encounters, noting his behavior is typical juvenile seal practice and emphasizing coexistence, with removal considered if safety is threatened.

via NBC News|

#elephant-seal #safety #social-media

world7 days ago•29 min saved

Tasmania pleads for privacy as Neil the seal commands crowds

Tasmanian officials urged fans to respect Neil, a 2,200-pound male elephant seal, as his beach–to–town tour draws a huge online following and causes disruption. They warned that celebrity-style attention could be dangerous for both humans and the seal, stressing they must coexist and avoid approaching or identifying where he’s located, while noting his behavior is typical juvenile-seal experimentation rather to be feared.

via New York Post|

#animals #australia #seals

us-news8 days ago•26 min saved

Expert says Brittany Clark nearly did everything right before fatal Florida alligator attack

Clark, a 31-year-old California native, was swimming in three feet of water in the Econlockhatchee River when a 13‑foot alligator fatally attacked. Wildlife biologist Joseph Wasilewski said she had taken precautions—daytime swimming and a lookout—and wasn’t taking obvious risks, but nesting-season gator behavior likely played a role; his takeaway: Florida waters are dangerous and the safest option is to stay out. Clark’s boyfriend called 911; authorities note serious alligator bites are rare and operate a nuisance-gator program, while a GoFundMe to help return her body to California has raised funds.

via New York Post|

#alligator #attack #florida

environment9 days ago•4 min saved

Neil the 1,000-kilogram seal turns a Tasmanian town into his playground

A five-year-old elephant seal weighing about 1,000 kg has returned to southern Tasmania, repeatedly bypassing barriers, smashing fences, and lounging on roads, becoming a local celebrity. Experts say his behavior is normal for seals during haul-outs, and he’s likely to grow larger (adult males can exceed two tonnes). Wildlife officials advise keeping at least 20 meters away and dogs 50 meters away. Neil is expected to linger for about six weeks, amid broader conservation concerns as southern elephant seals are now classified as vulnerable after bird flu devastated several colonies.

via The Guardian|

#conservation #elephant-seal #environment

us-news9 days ago•30 min saved

Grieving father calls Florida to curb alligators after daughter's deadly mauling

The father of Brittany Clark, 31, who was fatally mauled by a 13-foot alligator in a central Florida river, blasts wildlife authorities for not doing enough to control alligator populations or warn the public, as officials remove the gator and emphasize public-safety measures.

via New York Post|

#alligators #attacks #florida

science9 days ago•4 min saved

Neil the Tasmanian Seal: The Cone-Crushing Gentle Giant Captivating Hobart

Neil, a five-and-a-half-year-old southern elephant seal in Hobart, Tasmania, now weighs about 1,000 kg and has become a viral sensation with millions following his antics. While shedding, he rubs against surfaces and frequently rests on or knocks over traffic cones placed around him, prompting safety measures. Officials say the behavior is natural during shedding and use non-harmful methods to move him away from hazards, urging onlookers to keep roughly 20 meters away. As he grows bigger, researchers warn he could become more aggressive or territorial, making close observation essential as next year’s growth continues.

via ScienceAlert|

#science #seal #tasmania

us-news10 days ago•26 min saved

Florida Hiker Fatally Mauled by Massive Alligator in Three-Feet-Deep River

A 31-year-old Florida woman was fatally mauled by a large alligator while kneeling in about three feet of water in the Econlockhatchee River; her boyfriend and best friend were with her as the reptile attacked, and the boyfriend called 911. Officials later captured two alligators near the scene, and investigators say mating season and low water may have contributed, with no signs of provocation. She died en route to the hospital.

via New York Post|

#alligator #animal-attack #florida

world11 days ago•6 min saved

Resort town tragedy: 12-foot crocodile kills tourist in Puerto Vallarta

A 28-year-old tourist, Irving Mauricio from Mexico City, was mauled to death by a 12-foot crocodile at Marina Vallarta Beach near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa on Friday evening. Authorities captured a large crocodile in the area and recovered Mauricio’s body about 12 hours later, as warnings about crocodile activity in the resort town were reiterated and an investigation into the incident commenced.

via New York Post|

#crocodile-attack #mexico #puerto-vallarta

us-news11 days ago•184 min saved

Florida endures a deadly spate of alligator attacks

Multiple alligator attacks across central Florida over the past week injured three people, including a fatal attack on a 31-year-old woman in the Econlockhatchee River near Orlando; a boy was bitten in Marion County and a snorkeler in Rainbow River. Wildlife officials captured two large alligators at the scene and euthanized one. Florida, with about 1.3 million alligators, averages eight unprovoked bites per year; since 1948 there have been more than 450 attacks and 30 fatalities. Experts say awareness and avoiding risky water activities can significantly reduce risk.

via CNN|

#alligator #attacks #fatality

world11 days ago•2 min saved

Crocodile Kills Man on Puerto Vallarta Beach Near Resort

A 28-year-old man from Mexico City was killed when a crocodile dragged him into the water on a beach in front of the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort; his body was found about 0.2 miles from shore the next day, and a nearby couple tried to help with a kayak before authorities confirmed the attack. The victim was identified as Irving.

via USA Today|

#beach #crocodile-attack #mexico