Wildlife Week: Otters, Owls, and Global Animal Snapshots
From UK otters finding joy in donated Christmas trees to a snowy owl enduring -30°C in China, explore this week's stunning global wildlife photographs and conservation stories.
From UK otters finding joy in donated Christmas trees to a snowy owl enduring -30°C in China, explore this week's stunning global wildlife photographs and conservation stories.
President Macron's government will propose a law to ban social media for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools from 2026, following Australia's lead. Read the full details.
The UK Government has launched a major new animal welfare strategy, proposing bans on electric shock collars for pets and trail hunting. Discover the full scope of the plans and the political reaction.
Gordon Buchanan spends three weeks with wild horses in Canada for a deeply personal BBC2 wildlife film. Discover his unique approach to gaining their trust.
The UK government will outlaw cruel wire snare traps, aligning England with Wales and Scotland. Over 200,000 traps cause immense suffering to wildlife and pets.
Spain's Balearic Islands ruling party submits a parliamentary proposal to ban the burka and niqab, citing women's equality and following other European nations. Read the full story.
HGTV promises a strong 2026 after a turbulent summer, confirming the return of Zillow Gone Wild and Castle Impossible in January, plus a new series, Wild Vacation Rentals.
A man's attempt to save an injured raccoon by driving it to a nature centre backfired when the animal bit him, leading to a positive rabies test. Learn the vital safety lessons.
Discover how US states traded wild turkeys for other animals like moose and otters, reviving populations from just thousands to 7 million birds. Explore this ingenious conservation story.
Investigators believe Gil Clark, 78, suffered a medical emergency before being dragged off by a bear or mountain lion in Sierra County. Read the full investigation details.
Authorities believe Gil Clark, 78, was dragged away by a bear or mountain lion after a medical emergency during a walk in northern California. Read the latest update.
The horrific 1994 death of trainer Allen Campbell, trampled by circus elephant Tyke in Honolulu. Her escape triggered city-wide rampage and led to Hawaii banning wild animal acts.
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
Nintendo drops the last major free update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, bringing Brewster's café, new characters, and fresh content to transform your island paradise.
A zoo in Argentina has been permanently closed after authorities discovered severely malnourished lions, bears and other animals living in squalid conditions, sparking international outrage.
Heartwarming video shows a majestic tiger discovering the joy of Halloween by playing with pumpkins in a delightful seasonal enrichment activity at a UK wildlife sanctuary.
Heartwarming rescue mission saves 22 puppies abandoned on busy Utah highway in sweltering heat. The dramatic operation involved multiple agencies working together to give the dogs a second chance at life.
Animal shelters across Britain report black cats are being overlooked by adopters in disturbing numbers, creating a heartbreaking backlog of unwanted pets.
Zoe Rosenberg, founder of Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, convicted on multiple charges after dramatic rescue operation from California poultry farm sparks fierce debate over animal welfare laws.
Groundbreaking veterinary research at Howletts Wild Animal Park uses advanced CT scanning technology to study endangered tigers, leopards and cheetahs, providing vital health insights for conservation efforts.
A magnificent tiger named Dasha has been given a new lease on life after being rescued and relocated to Bristol's Wild Place Project, where she's settling into her purpose-built habitat.
Indonesia's capital city outlaws brutal dog and cat meat markets following years of campaigning by animal rights activists and health concerns.
Leading veterinary experts reveal how treating pets like human children may be causing serious behavioural and medical issues in our beloved animals.
An undercover operation reveals shocking conditions at a US poultry facility as activists rescue nearly 200 chickens destined for slaughter, sparking renewed debate about animal welfare standards.
A heartless pet owner has been sentenced after leaving multiple animals to starve in squalid conditions, with RSPCA inspectors discovering a scene of utter neglect in a Midlands property.
In an astonishing wildlife encounter, a fully-grown buffalo was captured on video swimming across the Hudson River near Manhattan, leaving authorities and residents baffled about its origins.
A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.
A cruel dog owner has been sentenced after her two emaciated pets were discovered living in squalor, with one tragically having to be put down.
New research reveals how century-old elephant migration corridors across Africa have been severed by human development, creating dangerous conflicts and threatening ancient behaviours passed down through generations.
A Spanish municipality takes drastic action to protect feline companions from potential mistreatment during spooky season, suspending all black cat adoptions until November.