Animals
A woman discovered a colony of bats on her balcony. Rescuers transferred 250 animals to a rehabilitation center; none were harmed.
Rabies was detected in a cat in Kyiv’s Sviatoshynskyi District. A veterinarian advises vaccinating animals annually and immediately washing wounds after being bitten.
Scientists discovered Leopardus tilcayo, which diverged from other tiger cats 1. 4 million years ago. The population size of the species is unknown.
The first Weddell seal pup of the season was born on Winter Island near the "Akademik Vernadsky" Station. The mother and pup are feeling well.
Live Aujeszky’s disease virus was detected in samples from the vaccine’s 20th batch. Earlier, deaths of dogs were reported after vaccination with this product.
Barack Obama announced the death of 13-year-old Sunny, who lived with the family back when they were still in the White House. The dog was especially close to Bo.
The fire has approached the station in Borneo, where more than 2,500 orangutans are being studied. Scientists warn: the flames could reach the camp in 20 days.
Explosions can cause anxiety, aggression, and behavioral disorders in animals. Medication is prescribed only by a veterinarian, and the effect takes 2–4 weeks.
A sea lion on Kangaroo Island died from H5N1 after a shark attack. This is the first such case in Australia.
Portugal proposes financing the grazing of goats, sheep and cows in fire-prone areas. The funds are to come from the EU emissions trading system.
Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
In September, six new films will be shown in Ukraine: thrillers, mystical stories, a historical drama, and survival films.
A Japanese man was arrested for the second time on suspicion of killing hamsters at hotels for couples. Two women were detained along with him.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
September 1 marks Knowledge Day, World Letter Writing Day, and Ginger Cat Appreciation Day. Churches celebrate the ecclesiastical New Year.
August 31 marks the International Day of Awareness of Overdose and the International Day for People of African Descent. According to the new calendar, the Belt of the Virgin Mary is commemorated.
Due to the drought, bears have lost their natural food source and are increasingly entering cities. In New Mexico, 187 animals have been killed this year.
On August 29, Ukraine honors fallen defenders, John the Baptist, and the Nut Savior according to the old calendar. Around the world, the International Day against Nuclear Tests and Bat Appreciation Day are observed.
H5N1 was confirmed in a dead dolphin and a red fox in South Australia. Officials consider the risk to human health to be low.
A Threads user publicly threatened to mistreat stray animals. The community is demanding that he be blocked and held accountable.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
A Veterinarian Explains Why Raccoons Need Space, Activity, and Special Care. The Animals May Bite, Damage the Home, and Suffer from Obesity.
The 34-year-old man threw his mother's dog onto the floor because it was barking, and the animal died from its injuries. He was also found guilty of theft from a car.
A 60-year-old orca named Tonia was found in the Strait of Gibraltar with injuries resembling shotgun pellet wounds. Spanish authorities have launched an investigation; the animal's condition is not critical.
On August 17, Blueberry Pie Day and Homeless Animals Day are celebrated. According to the new church calendar, the memory of Saint Martyr Myron is commemorated.
August 15 marks International Homeless Animals Day and World Honey Cake Day. Under the new calendar, Orthodox believers celebrate the Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos.
The Mayor of Venice, Simone Venturini, posted a video showing a dolphin swimming near the Rialto Bridge in the Grand Canal. The animal was named Nane, and the mayor urged boat operators to be careful.
At the "Syrets" metro station, navigation stickers have been placed indicating recommended platform zoning for different categories of people. The pilot project is intended to improve orientation and assistance while people are staying in the shelter.
From March to early August, 30 snakebite cases were recorded in Ukraine, including 4 involving children. The largest number of victims were in the Zhytomyr and Ivano-Frankivsk regions.
Due to the drought affecting 38% of the EU's territory, farmers are forced to use their winter feed stocks early. This is leading to a reduction in livestock numbers and lower milk production in France.