A nature photographer based at Jalpaiguri, India, captured a whimsical sight last summer: a female crimson sunbird bathing in a dew-filled flower petal that left him amazed. Rahul Singh, 28, a professional engineer and passionate nature photographer, travelled to Cooch Behar in August 2020, where he saw the stunning sight. It was morning. Rahul watched…
Photographer Snaps Fairytale-Like Scene of Female Sunbird Taking Bath in Dew-Filled Flower Petal
Meet Phantom: One of the World’s Tallest Horses That Outgrew His Owner’s Stables
One of the world’s tallest horses has made a new home at a rescue center after the 8-foot-tall giant outgrew his owner’s stables. Phantom the horse officially measures 20.1 hands tall (2.06 meters) to his withers, but in reality, his head sits at around 8 feet. Weighing a staggering 2,000 pounds (approx. 907 kg), he became too big…
Beach Volunteer Finds Massive 100-Pound Moonfish Washed Up in Oregon—and the Photos Go Viral
Recently, a volunteer at Sunset Beach, Oregon, stumbled on a washed-up, bright-silver-and-orange moonfish on the shore—and the discovery caused quite a stir among the locals due to its unique appearance. The volunteer spotted the moonfish, or opah (also called a sunfish), on the morning of July 15, and immediately called Seaside Aquarium, part of the…
Male Tiger ‘Adopts’ 4 Tiger Cubs After Their Mom Dies; Wildlife Experts Call Behavior ‘Rare’
A male Indian tiger has stepped up to fill the role of caregiver to four cubs after their mother died—and wildlife experts are calling the adoption “rare” behavior. The male tiger has been observed watching over the juveniles and bringing them dead prey for sustenance, as they are unable to hunt for themselves. The mother of…
Study Finds Dogs Are Better Than Cats at Preventing Loneliness in Lockdowns
A new study has revealed that in the battle of the furry pets, dogs reign when it comes to protecting their owners against loneliness during lockdowns. Research has shown increased depression and anxiety, particularly in females during the CCP virus pandemic. Mental health clinicians have stressed the importance of social connection, especially as half of Australia enters…
‘Art of Camouflage’: Can You Spot the Snow Leopard Hidden on This ‘Barren’ Rocky Cliff Face?
After completing a Himalayan expedition to photograph snow leopards in 2019, Surat-based photographer Saurabh Desai has returned to the high-altitude Tibetan Plateau on another journey. The artist, who has a passion for wildlife—traipsing through deep forests and to mountain heights to capture nature in all its authenticity—is producing a photo documentary, according to a recent…
NEW VIDEOS: Crosswalk Patrol Dog That Helps Schoolkids Cross the Street in Georgia Is Still at It
Anyone who spends much time on social media has probably seen the crosswalk patrol dog who helps schoolkids cross the street at a busy intersection in Georgia. The impressive feat, posted on social media last year, went viral. That dog’s name is Kupata. And he’s still at it—helping locals in his hometown of Batumi cross…
Photographer Snaps Antelope Appearing to Leap Over Motorcyclist as Herd Impressively Crosses Road
The amazing moment an antelope appears to leap over a motorbike has been caught on camera. The impressive sequence was shot by photographer Pratik Patel who spotted the herd dramatically crossing a road at the Blackbuck National Park in Velavadar, Gujarat state, India. Pratik, from nearby Ahmedabad, said: “During the month of July, the park is…
Autopsy: Teenage Girl Died From Dog Attack on Navajo Nation
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz.—An autopsy has confirmed that a 13-year-old girl was killed by a pack of dogs while taking a walk near her family’s home on the Navajo Nation. Lyssa Rose Upshaw had extensive injuries that were consistent with canine teeth marks, including cuts and abrasions on her neck and head and deep soft tissue wounds…
Birdwatchers Spot Rare Green Broadbill Bird Declared ‘Extinct’ 70 Years Ago in Singapore
A rare bright-green-feathered bird has rustled up excitement among birdwatchers in Singapore. The green broadbill—declared extinct in Singapore 70 years ago—was sighted on the isle of Pulau Ubin, northwest of the republic, on June 27, Mr. Lim Liang Jim of the National Parks Board in Singapore said, as quoted by The Straits Times. For a few…
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