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Arizona's 27th Wildlife Bridge Cuts Animal Crashes by 90%
Planet WinsJun 18

Arizona's 27th Wildlife Bridge Cuts Animal Crashes by 90%

Arizona is completing its 27th wildlife crossing this fall, part of a proven network that's slashed deadly collisions by 90%. The state just committed $700,000 annually to keep building more.

Good Good Good2 min read
Coyote Pup Saved After Falling Into Cactus in Arizona
Community HeroesJun 13

Coyote Pup Saved After Falling Into Cactus in Arizona

A four-week-old coyote pup covered in hundreds of barbed cactus spines got a second chance at life thanks to dedicated Arizona wildlife rescuers. The tiny orphan is now healing and will eventually return to the wild.

Good Good Good2 min read
Cactus-Covered Coyote Pup Rescued in Arizona
Community HeroesJun 5

Cactus-Covered Coyote Pup Rescued in Arizona

A young coyote found with hundreds of painful cactus spines stuck throughout his body is now recovering thanks to dedicated wildlife rescuers. After two and a half hours of careful spine removal, the pup is healing and will return to the wild soon.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Baby Coyote Survives 400+ Cactus Spines in Arizona
VideosJun 8

Baby Coyote Survives 400+ Cactus Spines in Arizona

A tiny coyote pup in Arizona was rescued after getting completely covered in hundreds of painful cactus spines. After a two-hour rescue operation, the little survivor is now thriving and preparing to return to the wild.

Sunny Skyz2 min read
Surrey Wildlife Trust Raises £40K to Revive Local Wildlife
Planet WinsApr 16

Surrey Wildlife Trust Raises £40K to Revive Local Wildlife

A UK conservation charity is launching a campaign to bring hedgehogs, frogs, and swifts back to neighborhoods where they once thrived. The initiative will transform gardens and streets into wildlife-friendly spaces across Surrey.

BBC Science2 min read
Volunteers Build Wetlands for Threatened Arizona Frogs
Planet WinsMay 30

Volunteers Build Wetlands for Threatened Arizona Frogs

Dozens of volunteers traveled to rural Arizona to rebuild ponds and create new wetlands for the endangered Chiricahua leopard frog. Their hands-on restoration work is giving these rare amphibians a fighting chance at survival.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Aussie Vet Students Get Wildlife Training at Mobile Hospital
SolutionsApr 13

Aussie Vet Students Get Wildlife Training at Mobile Hospital

Australian vet students will soon learn to treat injured koalas, raptors, and other native animals through a groundbreaking partnership. Southern Cross University is teaming up with Wildlife Recovery Australia to give future vets hands-on experience that could save thousands of wildlife lives.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Freezing Badger Jasper Survives U.K. Wildlife Rescue
Community HeroesJun 12

Freezing Badger Jasper Survives U.K. Wildlife Rescue

A badger named Jasper arrived at a U.K. wildlife hospital so cold his temperature couldn't even register, but dedicated rescuers refused to give up. His journey from near-death to recovery shows why community wildlife centers matter.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Arizona Diamondbacks Hit $100M in Charity Donations
Acts of KindnessMar 10

Arizona Diamondbacks Hit $100M in Charity Donations

The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation just crossed an incredible milestone: $100 million donated to charities across the state. CEO Derrick Hall and representatives from organizations like Matthew's Crossing Food Bank gathered at Chase Field to celebrate decades of community impact.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Arizona Kids Invent Solutions to Help Pets and Planet
InnovationApr 1

Arizona Kids Invent Solutions to Help Pets and Planet

Over 5,700 Arizona students turned everyday frustrations into real inventions this year, from cat toys to robotic trash collectors. Their creations competed at Arizona State University in a statewide contest teaching kids to think like entrepreneurs.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Arizona Diamondbacks Hit $100 Million in Charity Giving
Acts of KindnessMar 9

Arizona Diamondbacks Hit $100 Million in Charity Giving

The Arizona Diamondbacks just crossed $100 million in charitable donations after 31 years of giving back to their community. Arizona's governor declared March 9 "D-backs Give Back Day" to honor the milestone.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Arizona Vet Volunteers Drive Thousands of Miles for Care
Community HeroesMay 11

Arizona Vet Volunteers Drive Thousands of Miles for Care

Retired lawyer Tom Henderson now drives hundreds of miles weekly to ensure remote Arizona veterans reach their medical appointments. A growing network of volunteer drivers is bridging vast distances to deliver healthcare access across 65,000 square miles of northern Arizona.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
California Invests $80M in Salmon Recovery and Wildlife
Planet WinsMay 29

California Invests $80M in Salmon Recovery and Wildlife

California just committed $80.4 million to wildlife connectivity and salmon recovery, with the biggest win happening on the Feather River where a decades-old barrier is finally coming down. For salmon fighting their way upstream to spawn, this funding means 28.5 miles of river are about to open up for the first time in generations.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
Kentucky Woman Rescues Wildlife After Finding Injured Raccoon
Community HeroesJun 19

Kentucky Woman Rescues Wildlife After Finding Injured Raccoon

One injured raccoon with nowhere to go changed Amanda Moore's life forever. Now she's a licensed wildlife rehabilitator helping orphaned and injured animals across Kentucky return to the wild. #

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Uganda's Wildlife Wins: Buffalo Up 29%, Chimps Up 20%
Planet WinsMay 6

Uganda's Wildlife Wins: Buffalo Up 29%, Chimps Up 20%

Uganda's latest wildlife report reveals major wins for conservation, with buffalo populations surging 29% and chimpanzees rebounding 20%. While some species face challenges, the overall trend shows that sustained protection efforts are working across the country's parks and reserves.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
California Approves $59.6M for Wildlife Crossings & Salmon
Planet WinsFeb 28

California Approves $59.6M for Wildlife Crossings & Salmon

California just greenlit nearly $60 million to build wildlife bridges, restore salmon habitats, and create safer paths for mountain lions and other species across 18 counties. The funding supports 27 projects that protect biodiversity while giving more Californians access to nature.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
Gen Z in Gujarat Rescues Wildlife via WhatsApp
Community HeroesApr 24

Gen Z in Gujarat Rescues Wildlife via WhatsApp

Young volunteers across Gujarat are responding to wildlife emergencies through WhatsApp groups, turning from passive online viewers into active first responders. They're reshaping how cities handle trapped snakes, injured birds, and other animal encounters.

The Better India2 min read
Australia's First Wildlife Vet Hospital Training Program
Community HeroesFeb 12

Australia's First Wildlife Vet Hospital Training Program

Southern Cross University is partnering with Wildlife Recovery Australia to train veterinary students in wildlife care, creating the only hands-on wildlife hospital program in the country. The initiative tackles Australia's critical shortage of 1,500 veterinarians while ensuring injured native animals get the expert care they deserve.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
Twitch Streamer Opens Wildlife Sanctuary with Live Cams
Planet WinsMay 12

Twitch Streamer Opens Wildlife Sanctuary with Live Cams

Maya Higa turned her passion for animals and streaming into Alveus Sanctuary, a nonprofit wildlife refuge that brings conservation education to millions through live webcams and virtual tours. She's proving the internet can build the next generation of wildlife protectors.

TED3 min read
London's Wildlife Comeback: Scorpions, Otters & Falcons Thrive
Planet WinsJan 24

London's Wildlife Comeback: Scorpions, Otters & Falcons Thrive

Once declared biologically dead, London has transformed into an unexpected wildlife haven where scorpions, seals, and peregrine falcons now call the urban jungle home. The city's unique patchwork of microclimates is proving that nature can thrive alongside millions of people.

Guardian Environment3 min read

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