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A baby monkey rejected by his first-time mother is thriving at Guadalajara Zoo thanks to round-the-clock care and a stuffed dog that serves as his surrogate mom. Six-week-old Yuji has become Mexico's latest internet sensation, joining a global wave of beloved hand-raised zoo babies.
Fatou the gorilla just turned 69 at Berlin Zoo, nearly doubling the lifespan her species typically reaches in the wild. Her remarkable longevity shows how expert care can help endangered animals thrive for decades.
A beaver shot in the face made a complete recovery and is now raising babies in the wild. His story shows how dedicated wildlife care can give animals a second chance at life.
Southern Cross University is partnering with Wildlife Recovery Australia to train the next generation of veterinarians in wildlife care, addressing a critical shortage of 1,500 vets nationwide. Students will gain hands-on experience treating injured native animals alongside domestic patients, preparing them for real-world rural practice.
A baby macaque who captured hearts worldwide by clinging to an orangutan toy is now thriving among his zoo troop. Punch's journey from rejected orphan to accepted group member shows the power of patience and care.
An Australian wildlife carer is repairing cracked turtle shells using dental fillings, UV lights, and 3D-printed shell replacements. His innovative technique has already saved nearly 15 turtles hit by cars in the past year.
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.
In a remote Australian mining town, Anthony Ostigh cares for orphaned joeys without official licenses because the nearest registered wildlife carer is 100km away. His work highlights a growing problem: licensing for wildlife care has become so difficult that many passionate volunteers operate "underground" to save native animals.