Barney is back, and while Mattel has not yet officially confirmed it, we’re guessing he still loves you. Toy giant Mattel (MAT) announced Monday that Barney, the friendly (and, let’s be honest, cringe-worthy to a large group of Millennials who watched him as pre-schoolers, and to their parents) purple dinosaur is making a triumphant […]
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How to Watch the Puppy Bowl 2023
If you’re having a ruff day, turn on the annual Puppy Bowl to have a ball. Sunday’s three-hour matchup will have you fur-getting all about the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs as the players from Team Ruff and Team Fluff compete for the Wayfair “Lombarky” trophy. Puppy Bowl XIX definitely deserves a round […]
Continue ReadingAvian Flu Threatens Animals
The avian flu remains a threat to wild and domestic birds across the country, but now it targets a new species. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife has identified several cases of the avian flu in a black bear, a skunk and a mountain lion. The black bear was found in Huerfano County, near Trinidad, […]
Continue ReadingPaws in the Park Fundraiser Helps Animals Find Homes
Thousands of people and pets packed into Lake Eola Park for Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando’s 29th annual Paws in the Park. 9 Family Connection is a sponsor of Saturday’s event. This event is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the nonprofit, which aims to keep animals off the streets and find […]
Continue ReadingHow Wild Animals Survive Freezing Temperatures
While the weather outside may indeed get frightful this winter, a parka, knit hat, wool socks, insulated boots and maybe a roaring fire make things bearable for people who live in cold climates. But what about all the wildlife out there? Won’t they be freezing? Anyone who’s walked their dog when temperatures are frigid knows […]
Continue ReadingAncient Bird Found in Australia
Ancient bird found in Australia and thought to be eagle is a vulture In a case of mistaken identity, a new study reveals that a fossilized bird long thought to be an eagle is actually a vulture. The fossil has been held at the South Australian Museum for more than 100 years, where it has […]
Continue ReadingA Newly Discovered Species Of Moth
No doubt Donald Trump will be showered with honors at his inauguration, but none will be quite as unique as this little moth. A biologist has named a newly discovered species of moth after our next president. The Neopalpa donaldtrumpi is a wee little creature found in parts of California and Baja, Mexico. It seems […]
Continue Reading$632K For A Single Tuna
A sushi chain boss paid $632,000 for a 466-pound bluefin tuna at auction on Thursday. The 74.2 million yen winning bid for the prized but imperiled species was the second highest ever after a record 155.4 million yen bid in 2013 at the annual New Year auction at the famed Tsukiji market. Kiyomura Corp. owner […]
Continue ReadingBaby Panda Climbs a Tree for the First Time
Curious and courageous, giant panda baby Bao Bao ventures outside into her “cub proofed” panda yard and displays her adept climbing skills. The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca, sometimes panda bear or simply panda) is a bear species endemic to China. It is characterised by its bold black-and-white coat and rotund body. The […]
Continue ReadingLittle Guy Needs A Name
The cat (Felis catus) is a domestic species of small carnivorous mammal. It is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae and is commonly referred to as the domestic cat or house cat to distinguish it from the wild members of the family. Cats are commonly kept as house […]
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