Endangered Fossa Begins Blind Date at UK Zoo – Can This Pair Save a Species?
A rare fossa named Zaza has arrived at Chester Zoo from San Diego as part of a global breeding programme to help save the endangered species, which has fewer than 2,500 left in the wild. Conservationists hope he will successfully mate with Shala, the zoo’s resident female, to contribute to the species’ survival. Native to […]
Maryland Zoo Joins Heroic Effort to Release Endangered Penguins In South Africa
In a heartwarming milestone for wildlife conservation, 21 endangered African penguins were released back into the wild in South Africa. Staff from the Maryland Zoo, including Jenny and Sarah, traveled to assist in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of the seabirds. The team provided intensive care, especially in the nursery, where abandoned chicks needed feeding […]
Is Your Sushi Fake? How Fish Fraud is Harming You and the Ocean
New research has unveiled that your sushi may not be as fresh or authentic as you think. Scientists warn that popular seafood like tuna, salmon, and prawns are often swapped for cheaper, mislabeled alternatives. Common frauds include tuna being replaced with escolar, salmon with rainbow trout, and red snapper with tilapia. This practice not only […]