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Animal Pictures of the Day: Selective focus shot of a flamingo

December 9, 202434 min

Presenting a collection of eye-catching animal pictures from around the world. Watch this space daily! Also, do you have animal pictures that you shot and would like to share with a wider audience? Connect with us at connect@thesnout.in For more Photogallery Watch out. Check out more pictures here: Picture of the Day Have arresting animal pictures, whether of pets, wildlife, or animals at a farm or zoo, that you took yourself and would...

by A Correspondent

Curious Tales Wild & Wonderful

Can the ‘alalā be saved? Scientists make second attempt

December 7, 20249 min

Five ‘alalā, also known as the Hawaiian crow, have been released in the forests of Maui for the first time. The birds were hatched and prepared for release in the care of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance at the Keauhou Bird Conservation Center in Volcano and the Maui Bird Conservation Center in Makawao. The release of the ‘alalā, scientific name Corvus hawaiiensis, on Maui is a milestone in a longstanding conservation programme that is...

by The Snout Team

All About Pets Animal Farm Curious Tales Wild & Wonderful

Did you know? The king cobra is not one species but four

December 3, 202427 min

Did you know? Human beings in their conceit think ‘god’ made them in his—isn’t it always his?—image. But many of our fellow members of the club called Kingdom Animalia are gifted with abilities that human beings cannot replicate even with all the technology at their disposal. The series Did You Know? is an attempt to find and share such amazing information that the world of fauna is replete with. If you have an interesting nugget...

by A Correspondent

Wild & Wonderful

Japan sends 16 crested ibises to China after 8 years

November 5, 20246 min

A total of 16 precious Japan-born crested ibises, offspring of birds sent from China, arrived in China last week following an event that unfolded on Sado island, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. The event marked not just a rare species exchange between China and Japan, but also a significant milestone in the longstanding ecological conservation collaboration between the two countries, according to reports in the Chinese daily Global Times and the Japanese news agency Kyodo. Representatives from...

by Sandy Pawpaw

Flying Club Wild & Wonderful

Latest Bird Buddy innovation brings birders closer to nature

November 4, 20248 min

Bird Buddy, the award-winning technology-for-nature start-up based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA, has launched its latest product, Smart Bird Feeder PRO. The feeder incorporates the new Nature Cam PRO, which heralds the birth of next-generation bird-watching cameras. This innovation brings bird enthusiasts closer to nature in their backyards with crystal-clear imagery and cutting-edge features. The Smart Bird Feeder PRO is available for order now at $239, or about Rs20,000, excluding Indian taxes. Shipping begins this month....

by Malaika Fernandes

All About Pets Columns

Diwali special: How to help your pets cope with fireworks

October 19, 202414 min

Fireworks are a common part of celebrations in India, especially around Diwali, but for many pets, they can be a source of extreme anxiety and fear. The sudden loud noises, bright lights, and vibrations are often overwhelming for them, especially dogs and cats, and cause acute stress. As their guardian, it is crucial for you to understand how fireworks affect animals and what steps to take to help them cope with the stress. Why pets...

by Staff Reporter

Flying Club Wild & Wonderful

China, Japan teamwork reviving crested ibis population

August 4, 20246 min

The crested ibis (scientific name Nipponia nippon), also known as the Asian or Japanese crested ibis, or toki, is a species cherished by the peoples of northeast Asia, who consider it the “bird of good fortune”. That belief did not, however, help the large bird with the distinctive red head and white plumes on the nape of the neck, and by the late 1970s, the crested ibis was practically extinct in its former range of...

by Malaika Fernandes

All About Pets Columns

How to prepare your home for a pet cat or bird

July 31, 202413 min

While bringing a new pet into your household can be an exciting and rewarding experience, you need to prepare carefully to ensure a smooth transition for yourself as well as your new companion. Whether you are adopting a cat or a bird, setting up a safe and comfortable environment is crucial for their well-being. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to prepare your home for these popular pets. Preparing for a Cat Cats are...

by Staff Reporter

Curious Tales Wild & Wonderful

Monkey, 3 birds, including Schedule 1 species, rescued from Pune slum

June 27, 20243 min

Four animals, including a monkey and a bird that is protected under Schedule 1 of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, were rescued from a slum in Pune city of Maharashtra in a joint operation by the state’s Forest Department, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals – India, and RESQ Charitable Trust, the website Newstrack reported. The monkey was chained, and the birds were kept in small cages nearby. The animals have been admitted...

by Staff Reporter

Curious Tales

Plane hit: 39 flamingos killed as Emirates aircraft flies through flock

May 23, 20246 min

As many as 39 flamingos were killed in Bombay after an Emirates flight from Dubai coming in to land at the city’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport flew into a flock of the birds. The Boeing 777 aircraft, with more than 300 passengers on board, made a safe landing. The birds had no such luck. “The aircraft landed safely and all passengers and crew disembarked without injury,” a spokesperson for the airline told BBC. “However,...

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