Jul 29 2011

Birds Massage Each Other

Stress levels of both masseuses and their subjects are lowered after the quality time together, research finds.

Jun 07 2011

Dogs at Radioactive Site in Japan Caught on Video

Webcams at the earthquake-damaged Fukushima I Nuclear Power Plant in Japan have captured footage of at least two dogs.

May 12 2011

Where the Birds Are

A national census of birds shows where protection is critical for populations dependent on public lands.

May 10 2011

Hawks in the City: Mother’s Day Raptor Mom in Danger

A New York City hawk, Violet, needs medical attention, but a surprise hatching over Mother's Day weekend may complicate matters.

Mar 01 2011

Taking On Tyson: A Boxer with Wings

Tag: Animals,Pet Birds,TelevisionKieran Mulvaney @ 5:49 pm
Mike Tyson, former heavyweight champion of the world, shows a different side in a new Animal planet series that showcases his love of pigeons.

Feb 04 2011

Orangutan, Elephant Predict Green Bay Super Bowl Win

Perhaps it has something to do with cheese, but several animals are picking the Packers to win.

Apr 16 2010

Iceland Volcano Ash Threatens Animal Health

Tag: Animals,Current Events,Health,Mammals,Pet Birds,Pets,Travel,VideoJennifer Viegas @ 3:46 pm
An Iceland volcano eruption that snarled air traffic and darkened much Northern Europe's skies this week also poses threats to animal health, according to the British Veterinary Association, which has issued guidelines to pet owners. Note the guy standing right ...

Apr 16 2010

Iceland Volcano Ash Threatens Animal Health

Tag: Animals,Current Events,Health,Mammals,Pet Birds,Pets,Travel,VideoJennifer Viegas @ 3:46 pm
An Iceland volcano eruption that snarled air traffic and darkened much Northern Europe's skies this week also poses threats to animal health, according to the British Veterinary Association, which has issued guidelines to pet owners. Note the guy standing right ...

Mar 13 2010

‘World’s Strongest Chicken’ Pulls Chariot

The alleged "world's strongest chicken" is appearing at a Green Bay rodeo where he will pull trainer and rodeo clown Rory Meeks in a specially designed chicken chariot.