Los Angeles County Wants You To Stop Feeding The Feral Peacocks
There's been an increase in wild peacocks in Southern California. Many people hate them; many people love them; and many hear their piercing screams.
Animals
As Seagrass Habitats Decline, Florida Manatees Are Dying Of Starvation
The mammals were removed from the endangered species list in 2017, but algae blooms and overdevelopment have killed 46,000 acres of seagrass, leaving manatees without enough to eat.
California County Bans The Feeding Of Peacocks In East Pasadena
LA County Supervisors have banned feeding peacocks in East Pasadena after residents complained it fanned the flames of a peafowl invasion. But is the effort too late to curb a population explosion?
President Biden's Dog Champ Dies
The older of two German shepherds belonging to President Biden and first lady Jill Biden has died, they said Saturday. Champ joined the family at the start of Joe Biden's tenure as vice president.
COMIC: Adopted Pandemic Dogs Got Us Through. Now They Need Our Help
Dog and cat adoptions climbed in 2020. Pets have been constant companions — easing our grief and fears. Now it's our turn to ease dogs' separation anxiety, as we head back out into the world.
The First 'Murder Hornet' Of 2021 Has Been Discovered In Washington State
Because of its withered condition and the fact that male giant hornets don't typically emerge until July, officials believe the hornet was likely from a previous season and just recently found.
English Family Was Devastated To Learn That Their Cat Was Hit By A Car
The family honored 16-year-old Frankie by cremating him and keeping his ashes. Days later, Frankie walked home — hungry and thin, but very much alive. Whose cat is in the urn?
Monkey Made Famous By TikTok Videos Dies Unexpectedly
One of the best known primates on TikTok, George the Monkey, aka Georgie Boy), has died. His account had more than 17 million followers.
There Is A Cat Burglar On The Loose In Beaverton, Ore.
Esme is a cat who steals items from her neighbors. Esme's owner Kate knew she had to make it right. She displayed all of her cat's loot on a clothesline, with a sign that reads: My cat is a thief.
The U.S. Bans Importing Dogs From 113 Countries After Rise In False Rabies Records
A surge in pet adoptions has increased demand for dogs imported from around the world. Most are fine, but federal officials turned up 450 dogs in 2020 with false records — 50% more than in 2019.