Firefighters Save Dog From Icy Green Bay Waters
When a dog fell through ice at a Wisconsin wildlife refuge, firefighters didn't hesitate to plunge into freezing waters for the rescue. The pup is now safe at home with her grateful owner.
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Florida Wildlife Group Awards $327K in Green Scholarships
Students passionate about protecting the environment now have until February 28 to apply for scholarships worth up to $5,000 from a Florida wildlife refuge. Over 21 years, the program has awarded more than $327,000 to future environmental leaders.
Alaska's Gwich'in Sue to Protect Sacred Caribou Refuge
Three Gwich'in tribal governments are taking the federal government to court to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, where the caribou herd they've depended on for thousands of years gives birth each year. The lawsuit challenges oil and gas leasing plans that could threaten both the animals and the Indigenous communities who call themselves "the caribou people."
Virginia Kangaroo Leads Dogs Away to Save Her Baby
A mother kangaroo at a Virginia wildlife refuge jumped a fence and lured attacking dogs away from her joey, hopping through snow with bloody feet until deputies rescued her. Both mom and baby are now safe and recovering together.
Costa Rica Pushes for Independent Forest Protection Review
Costa Rica's Ombudsman is demanding independent verification of government forest reports to ensure a threatened wildlife refuge gets proper protection. The move could strengthen how the country enforces environmental laws across all protected zones.
Grieving Crane Rescued After Motorway Standoff in Netherlands
A grey crowned crane that refused to leave its deceased mate's side on a Dutch motorway has been safely rescued and is recovering at a wildlife refuge. The touching display of loyalty shut down two lanes of traffic as rescuers worked to save the heartbroken bird.
Spirit Trees Protect Indonesia's Wildlife by Accident
In Indonesian Borneo, Indigenous beliefs about spirits living in fig trees have accidentally created a network of wildlife refuges across farmland. The tradition is fading, but its ecological impact offers lessons for conservation worldwide.