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The findings may lead to a paradigm shift in snakebite treatment, said researchers at Technical University of Denmark (DTU). (Photo: Pixabay)

Anti-venom against deadly black mamba snakebite developed

The researchers are working to develop an anti-venom against several species of snakes.

03 Oct 2018 2:08 PM

The crocodiles were found to be malnourished, subdued, and weak. The animals are currently recovering at the Nashik City Police's Crime Branch office.

8 baby crocodiles and 2 black pond turtles rescued from Nashik smuggler

PETA India, Nashik City Police, and Wildlife Welfare Association work together to save wild animals illegally captured and traded.

01 Oct 2018 4:54 PM

Fraess says no one makes turtle-sized wheelchairs, so he sent sketches to a friend who's a Lego enthusiast.

Maryland zoo builds Lego-wheelchair for turtle with broken shell

Veterinarians had performed surgery on the grapefruit-sized eastern box turtle found in July.

01 Oct 2018 2:56 PM

The snake also has two tracheas with the left one being more developed (Photo: Facebook)

Extremely rare two-headed baby copperhead snake spotted in Virginia

The serpent was taken to Wildlife Center of Virginia where officials will examine how two heads have been functioning with a single body.

25 Sep 2018 3:31 PM

(From Left to Right: Aditi Nanavaty, Karan Parmar and Ekta Sachdeva) PETA India will ultimately crown two winners – one man and one woman.

3 Mumbaikars become finalists in PETA India's 'Cutest Vegetarian Next Door' contest

Contestants beat hundreds of others from across India to land a place among the 20 finalists.

24 Sep 2018 2:14 PM

PETA India condemned the new syllabus and urged the MCI to remove the use of all animals from the postgraduate curricula.

Harvard prof urges Medical Council of India to end animal use in postgrad curricula

John Pawlowski, in his letter, calls for modern technology and not cruelty to animals.

24 Sep 2018 11:55 AM

Pet Fed originated in 2014 when 25-year-old Akshay Gupta, the founder, realised that there are festivals for every liking but there was none for people who love animals, says founder Akshay Gupta.

Pet Fed started with aim of giving pet parents new, exciting experiences, says founder Akshay Gupta

Through various events Pet Fed successfully brings out the true essence of pet keeping.

22 Sep 2018 12:30 PM

Gadget dependence is jeopardizing the important relationships people have with pets, particularly dogs and to a lesser extent house cats.

Smartphone obsession may be making your pet dog sad

Expert says pets are struggling to compete with electronic devices for their owner's attention.

21 Sep 2018 12:29 PM

Residents of the town recorded the confrontation (Photo: YouTube)

Thrilling footage shows fierce showdown between cobra and dog saving her puppies

People alerted a snake rescuer who caught the cobra and took it away in a jar as the rest of the puppies were saved.

20 Sep 2018 3:49 PM

Most harmful bacteria species, including strains of E. coli and MRSA, were most frequently found in ceramic bowls.

Dog owners face higher risk of E. coli, salmonella; bugs thrive in pets' water bowls

Scientists say they have clear evidence to show dog water bowls can pose rosk of infection to both humans and their pets.

19 Sep 2018 2:08 PM

In the letter, PETA India pointed out that the crime is an apparent punishable offence under Section 429 of The Indian Penal Code.

PETA India demands psychiatric evaluation for Thane children who killed 3 puppies

Animal rights group warns that if the situation is nor addressed now, the children may do bigger harm later.

18 Sep 2018 10:03 AM

The snake had an abrasion but no severe injuries (Photo: Pixabay)

Pet snake stuck in a mousetrap on a London street rescued by RSPCA

The owner could not be tracked down and the charity said they aren’t sure if the snake escaped or if it was abandoned.

17 Sep 2018 6:57 PM

The animal rights group has also filed a petition with the Jaipur Bench of the Rajasthan High Court seeking to end all elephant rides at Amer Fort in light of apparent violations of load restrictions and other laws.

Central Govt directs Rajasthan to ensure TB does not spread from captive elephants

Following alert from PETA India, health ministry warns that tuberculosis can be spread to humans, including tourists taking elephant rides.

17 Sep 2018 11:56 AM

Their interactions, rolling and rubbing against each other near the water's surface and flashing their genitals, for example, suggests the narwhal has been fully accepted by the pod.(Photo: Youtube Screengrab/ AFP)

Beluga whales adopt lonely narwhal lost at sea

The juvenile narwhal—identifiable from its tusk and grey spots—was filmed by marine biologists over the summer.

15 Sep 2018 12:22 PM

Vets reveal tragic truth about how animals spend final moments

Tweet by US-based Jessi Dietrich touched on such a moment, and her comments struck a chord with thousands around the world.

11 Sep 2018 2:40 PM

The report said rarer and protected species command higher prices (Photo: AFP)

Wildlife monitoring group reports rise in trading of exotic pets on Facebook

In one example, an unidentified user posted a picture of a rare hornbill bird with a caption saying it was available for purchase.

10 Sep 2018 8:50 PM

The 23-year-old was ordered to attend a Restorative Justice hearing, during which zookeepers told him that he had traumatised the simians. (Photo: AP)

Drunk man gets beaten up by tiny squirrel monkeys when he tries stealing one from zoo

John Owen Casford snuck in at Wellington Zoo to snatch a squirrel monkey, only to be discovered with broken leg and other injuries next day.

08 Sep 2018 12:23 PM

In the wild lions are often killed if they are seen too old or unfit to rule the pride (Photo: Pixabay)

Keepers at safari park come to the rescue after lionesses turn against male lion

Keepers at the park had to intervene by spraying fire extinguishers at the gang to stop the attack.

07 Sep 2018 12:43 PM

As glaciers thin around the world, they are modifying their landscapes dramatically. (Photo: Pixabay)

Global warming hikes risk of landslide tsunamis, says study

With global warming causing glaciers to shrink, there is increased risk of tidal waves triggered by collapse of rocky slopes.

07 Sep 2018 12:12 PM

The success of the process could offer hope for saving species like the tiger and snow leopard, both of whom are threatened by extinction, say researchers. (Pixabay)

Lioness gives birth to world's first test-tube cubs

Scientists claim incredible breakthrough could save endangered big cats.

04 Sep 2018 3:22 PM

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