wildlife

Beersheba’s Midbarium: Israel’s newest zoo is unlike any other

Midbarium is called an experiential animal park because one of its main goals is to allow visitors to experience animals’ movements and behaviors.

By PATRICIA GOLAN
12/01/2025

Israeli conservationists release endangered hawksbill turtles into the Red Sea

Shortly after swimming away from Eilat's shore, one of the turtles was spotted stopping by a coral reef, possibly looking for a snack.

By REUTERS
31/10/2024

Hula Valley wild life center treats young buzzard suffering from avian pox

The long-legged buzzard with spectacular chestnut brown plumage, is one of the most impressive raptors in Israel.

Under stress of war, Israel’s reptilian population suffers, TAU study finds

Lizard’s blood after military jet flyovers had higher levels of ketone and corticosterone.

Hiking in the holy land: Appreciating the biblical beauty of the vulture

While Americans may see the eagle as a holy bird, and despite common misconception, “nesher” does not mean eagle - it means vulure.

By SUSANNAH SCHILD
14/07/2024

Owl injured in evacuated northern town is nursed back to health by KKL-JNF

The owl was discovered by the side of the road injured, mostly likely from a passing vehicle.

Botswana threatens to send 20,000 elephants to 'roam free' in Germany

Germany is the largest importer of African elephant hunting trophies, and animal welfare groups have pressured the government to restrict the practice.

Feds bust Montana man for super-sheep semen scheme

Arthur “Jack” Schubarth, 80, of Vaughn, Montana, conspired with at least five other people to import genetic material from foreign sheep species, clone it, and breed new species for trophy hunters.

Mother wrens bond with their young before chicks hatch - study

Researchers discovered that female Australian songbirds sing "lullabies" to bond with and teach their chicks who are still in their eggs.

Endangered spotted-tail quoll captured after 130 years of disappearance

Limestone Coast district ranger Ross Anderson from the NPWS described the creature's find as a "once-in-a-lifetime event..."

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