US state opens hunt allowing up to 10,000 alligators to be killed
Thousands of people will be allowed to kill alligators for sport in the US state of Louisiana this October, under a new recreational hunting programme.
Wolf shot dead in Denmark and displayed during minister’s press conference
A young wolf was shot dead by Danish authorities after repeatedly coming close to people. Hours later, his body was placed on the grass during a press conference with Denmark’s Minister for Nature and Animal Welfare.
Four arrested after 18 elephants poisoned with cyanide in Kenya
Four people have been arrested after 18 elephants died from cyanide poisoning in and around Amboseli National Park in Kenya. Police are still looking for a fifth suspect.
Australia races to save endangered birds from deadly bird flu
Australia has launched an emergency vaccination programme to protect some of its most endangered bird species after the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus reached the country.
15 elephants die after suspected cyanide poisoning in Kenya
Fifteen elephants have died after suspected cyanide poisoning near Kenya's Amboseli National Park. Wildlife officials are investigating how the animals came into contact with the highly toxic chemical.
Ban on sending wild-caught elephants to zoos takes effect; scientists urge Zimbabwe and China to obey
Experts remain concerned that Zimbabwe may intend to capture more elephants from the wild and even defy the CITES ruling completely.
Botox caused the death of 17000 birds at Sambhar lake in India
The cause of 17000 birds dying at Sambhar lake in Rajasthan was Botulinum toxin, which led to avian botulism, a report said.
Twenty kangaroos killed in Tura Beach in Australia
Adult and juvenile kangaroos were killed in Tura Beach in Australia. Police believe that up to 20 kangaroos were hit on purpose by a vehicle. They were hit so hard that some died instantly and some were so injured they had to be euthanized.
World Elephant Day: Abused or killed, on the verge of extinction
Sunday animal rights fighters demonstrated on bicycles in Jaipur in India, demanding the end of elephant rides. Elephants are being forced to carry tourists up a steel hill to visit Amber Fort.