ANIMALS
Stranded Dogs at Shelter Hope for a Good Meal, Touching Hearts Globally
Many people were moved by a row of deserted dogs patiently waiting for a complete meal.
A photo of a group of left-behind dogs patiently waiting for a good meal at a shelter in Thailand has moved millions of people globally. The picture, captured by a volunteer at the shelter, features dogs of various ages and sizes, including puppies and senior dogs, all eagerly waiting for their turn to eat.
Image source: Google image
The picture was shared on social media and spread rapidly, getting millions of views and shares. A lot of people were touched by the dogs, visibly showing gratitude for the food and attention they were getting.
The picture also led to discussions about the problem of people leaving animals behind. In Thailand, just like in many other places, animal abandonment is a big issue. A recent study suggests there are around 3.5 million stray dogs in Thailand. A lot of these dogs are left by their owners, usually because they’re no longer wanted or can’t be taken care of anymore.
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The picture was captured at a place called the “Sai Noi Dog Rescue Foundation.” This foundation started in 2014 with a bunch of volunteers committed to assisting left-behind and ignored dogs. They offer food, shelter, and medical attention to the dogs they take in, and they also aim to teach people about taking good care of animals.
The picture of the left-behind dogs has brought attention to the problem of animal abandonment. It has also motivated many individuals to give to animal shelters and welcome abandoned pets into their homes.
Image source: Google image
The Effect of the Picture:
The photo of the deserted dogs has deeply influenced people worldwide. It has:
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- Shed Light on the Problem of Animal Abandonment.
- Motivated individuals to contribute to animal shelters.
- Urged folks to give abandoned pets a home.
Additionally, the picture has started a talk about the value of being a responsible pet owner, serving as a reminder that pets are living beings deserving of love and care.
Image source: Google image
The Outlook on Animal Abandonment.
The picture of the left-behind dogs serves as a reminder that animal abandonment is a significant issue that we must tackle. Several actions can be taken to minimize animal abandonment, such as:
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- Promoting Responsible Pet Ownership.
- Helping people financially when they find it hard to care for their pets.
- Establishing animal shelters that are both affordable and easy to reach.
By joining forces, we can contribute to building a world where all animals receive kindness and respect.
ANIMALS
Amazing Video of Unseen Ocean Creatures in the Ningaloo Canyons
The Schmidt Ocean Institute recently explored the Ningaloo Canyons on the western coast of Australia using a robotic underwater vehicle called the ROV Sebastian. Check out the amazing video of what they discovered in the deep parts of the Indian Ocean.
More info: Youtube
ANIMALS
These Pics Are Art and the Artists Are Insects
Flying insects move so quickly that they are hard to follow, but new technology and some smart ideas have helped Spanish photographer Xavi Bou do just that. After spending 10 years focusing on birds in flight for his Ornithographies project, he turned his attention to insects.
For Entomographies, he uses high-speed video footage taken by Adrian Smith, an insect expert at North Carolina State University, to study and record how insects move. Bou then picks multiple frames and combines them into single images that show the fast movements of one or more insects through space and time.
With Smith’s help, Bou has captured the aerial tricks of wasps, the jumps of leafhoppers, and the fluttering of butterflies in amazing detail. He hopes that by doing this, he can make people more aware of the decline in important insect populations around the world.
1. Zebra longwing
This butterfly, which is common in many areas of the Americas, really fits its name. It can fly very high with just a few flaps of its large wings.
Image source: nationalgeographic
2. Two-lined spittlebug
This insect, which comes from the eastern United States, is often seen as a pest because it likes to eat grass. Its springy back legs can make it jump into the air like a rocket.
Image source: nationalgeographic
3. Yellow-collared scape moth
Unlike most moths, this North American species flies during the day. Its shiny blue-black wings sparkle in the sunlight.
Image source: nationalgeographic
4. Ailanthus webworm moths
These tropical moths have spread farther north in the U.S. Because of their larval host, the invasive tree of heaven, they are now one of the most common backyard moths in the country.
Image source: nationalgeographic
5. Common stonefly
Mostly found in eastern North America, this insect starts its life as an underwater nymph in forested streams or rivers. Then it leaves the water, sheds its skin, and becomes an adult with wings.
Image source: nationalgeographic
6. Green lacewings
Eighty-seven species of this insect have been found in the U.S. and Canada. Since they eat a lot of unwanted plant pests like aphids and mites, they are often used to naturally control these pests.
Image source: nationalgeographic
7. Grapevine beetle
This insect, fittingly named, eats the leaves and fruit of grapevines, both wild and farmed, but it doesn’t do much damage to the plants. As a type of scarab beetle, it often flies in a curved path.
Image source: nationalgeographic
8. Oak treehopper and green treehopper
Treehoppers are known for their uniquely shaped pronotum, the part behind their head, which often looks like plant parts to hide from predators. They can jump well thanks to special muscles.
Image source: nationalgeographic
9. Banded orange
This brightly colored butterfly can be found from Mexico to Brazil. Before mating season, male butterflies look for mineral salts, sometimes even drinking salty fluids from the skin, eyes, and nostrils of other animals.
Image source: nationalgeographic
10. Sapho longwing
Longwings can live for 6 to 7 months, longer than most butterflies. This type, found from Mexico to Ecuador, has shiny blue wings, which is why it’s also called the Sapphire longwing.
Image source: nationalgeographic
ANIMALS
Eagle and Fox in an Epic Midair Battle Over a Rabbit, Were Captured by a Photographer
Wildlife photography often depends on the perfect combination of good timing and the right place.
That’s exactly what happened when Kevin Ebi, an experienced wildlife photographer, captured an incredible battle between a bald eagle and a red fox, both competing for a rabbit meal.
In a detailed blog post, Ebi shares the fascinating series of events that unfolded while he was photographing foxes in San Juan Island National Historical Park, located in Washington state.
Ebi noticed a lively group of eight fox kits as they began their hunting lessons. Suddenly, they spotted a rabbit, and a thrilling chase ensued. Eventually, one of the foxes emerged as the winner, proudly carrying the rabbit across the field.
Image source: Kevin Ebi
Ebi shares what happened at that moment: “As I followed the fox with my camera, a sudden bald eagle cry caught my attention. It was swiftly approaching, clearly aiming for the rabbit. I quickly focused on the fox, anticipating a quick turnover of events.”
To Ebi’s astonishment, instead of a quick surrender, the situation turned into a intense fight in the air.
The eagle used its power to lift the fox and rabbit high up in the sky. Even while airborne, the fox attempted to break free by swinging back and forth.
Image source: Kevin Ebi
Image source: Kevin Ebi
Image source: Kevin Ebi
In the end, the eagle moved the rabbit to its other claw, causing the fox to let go. The intense battle came to an end in less than 10 seconds.
Image source: Kevin Ebi
For those worried about the fox’s well-being after the fight, Ebi reassures that it was not injured. The fox swiftly bounced back from the encounter and resumed its playful behavior with the other young foxes, showing no visible wounds from the aerial clash.
Image source: Kevin Ebi
Image source: Kevin Ebi
Image source: Kevin Ebi
Image source: Kevin Ebi
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