Biologists with DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife recorded nine pairs of nesting piping plovers at The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park — the highest number since monitoring efforts began.
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DINOKENG GAME RESERVE, South Africa (AP) — The Dinokeng Game Reserve in South Africa has a thriving rhino population, but their exact numbers …
Australia has approved a world-first vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia. This disease causes infertility and death in the endangered species. Developed by the University of the Sunshine Coast, the single-dose vaccine reduces symptoms and mortality by at least 65%. Approval means it can now be used in wildlife hospitals and in the field. Some conservationists argue resources should focus on habitat preservation. Koalas face threats from habitat loss, climate change and disease. Experts warn that without action, koalas could become extinct by 2050. The vaccine is part of a broader effort to save them.
A recently enforced dog ban on the southern end of Slaughter Beach has stirred controversy among people who live there, who say they were blindsided by new signage prohibiting dogs in the area.
The Salisbury Zoo has a new guest to wow and amaze visitors. Dale is an eight-year-old male ocelot acquired through the Ocelot Species Survival Plan, which, according to the Zoo is a collaborative effort within the zoological community to ensure the survival of the species under human care.
The zoo says the two monkeys' addition will help strengthen the troop and provide companionship for Rozindi.
On the morning of Tuesday, April 16, Pecorino transitioned from the Aquarium’s Animal Care and Rescue Center to the 335,000-gallon exhibit that mimics a Caribbean reef environment.
A volunteer training session is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Officers Club Mess Hall at Cape Henlopen State Park.
The stretch of beach at Gordons Pond in Cape Henlopen State Park that was previously closed to protect the piping plover nest has been reopened. According to the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, the nest failed, likely due to being hunted by red foxes.
The MERR Institute released 3 endangered sea turtles back into the ocean today.