#wildlife-safety

#wildlife-safety

Two female tourists from the UK and New Zealand were killed by an elephant while on a walking safari in South Luangwa national park in Zambia.

Toronto Public Health is searching for an individual who handled a bat exhibiting rabies symptoms, urging them to contact the agency to prevent further risk.

On June 14 at approximately 3 p.m., a summer camp employee near Hyampom encountered a mountain lion which attacked, causing minor injuries.

It's best to enjoy viewing wildlife from a distance, so that they can stay wild and stay safe.

On both Monday and early Wednesday morning, home security cameras captured footage of a mountain lion wandering through residential neighborhoods, alarming local residents.

Wildlife officials have closed a popular waterway in Ocala National Forest due to a bull alligator attacking kayakers and canoers, ensuring public safety.

Don't expect solitude. If that's the goal, be willing to research and hike farther out.

According to wildlife expert Richard Green, of Kennedy Wild Bird Food & Pet Supplies, bird feeders can spread parasites, fungal infections and deadly diseases, such as finch Trichomonosis.

The homeowner said he would take down his football goal and get a fold-up one in place of it as he realised the dangers to wildlife.

In response to recent mountain lion activity in a residential area, the Sierra County sheriff's office has warned local residents to keep pets indoors and exercise caution, especially during early morning and late evening hours.

Kembali, a male orangutan at the Toronto Zoo, ventured outside his new outdoor habitat, prompting a response from staff and precautions from Toronto police.

The bear swiped at the man several times, injuring his legs, back and side of his torso. The man fled to a nearby house, jumping on a car.