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Thousands of critically endangered radiated tortoises confiscated from illegal wildlife traders are returning to Madagascar's forests thanks to a groundbreaking partnership. Zoo Atlanta's conservation medicine program is helping ensure these stunning rescued animals stay healthy before and after their release back home.
A tiny snail once thought extinct is now thriving in Bermuda after UK zoos bred thousands and returned them to the wild. Six colonies have successfully established themselves on the island, marking a major conservation victory.
A new interactive sculpture exhibit at Seneca Park Zoo celebrates 12 species that zoos helped rescue from the brink of extinction. Visitors can climb on and touch life-size sculptures designed to inspire the next generation of conservationists.
A woman trapped on rocks below San Francisco's famous Cliff House was dramatically rescued by firefighters as ocean waves crashed around her. She walked away safe thanks to a daring rope rescue at one of the city's most scenic spots.
A rescue team in South Africa pulled off a dramatic ocean rescue when Bean, an Australian Shepherd, was swept into a rip current and dragged more than 650 feet offshore. Thanks to quick thinking and teamwork, the hypothermic pup made it home safe.
A dog trapped on a narrow ledge 35 feet down a cliff in Kentucky was rescued after its owner heard faint barking four days after it went missing. The Wolfe County Search & Rescue Team used high-angle rope techniques to bring the pup home safely.
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A 3-week-old mountain lion cub named Crimson is thriving at Oakland Zoo after rescuers found him alone and starving in Southern California. The tiny cub now receives bottle feedings every three hours and will soon meet another rescued cub.
A hiker trapped on a steep cliff face in Vernon was safely rescued by specialized firefighters using rope equipment. The dramatic Wednesday evening rescue ended with no injuries and showcased the life-saving skills of the Technical Rescue Team.
A tiger rescued from illegal traffickers in 2019 just received lifesaving dental care at a UK zoo. Aqua can now eat normally again after specialists performed a two-hour root canal on his massive canine teeth.
Wyoming firefighters climbed a 35-foot ladder in single-digit temperatures to rescue two adults, a child, and even a cat from a burning apartment building. Helmet camera footage captured the dramatic rescue as a panicked mother pleaded, "My baby, please."
A rescue bald eagle who spent 20 years at a California zoo became a lifesaver herself, donating blood to help save Jackie, the critically ill Big Bear eagle. The collaboration between wildlife centers shows how rescued animals can give back in extraordinary ways.
Arnold firefighters reunited two trapped ducklings with their worried mother after a 36-minute rescue operation at a shopping plaza. It's the second time in a year the crew has saved ducklings at Arnold shopping centers.
When someone became trapped in a park's cascading water feature at 4 a.m., Kentucky firefighters used specialized rope rescue techniques to bring them to safety. The coordinated effort showcased how trained responders and teamwork can save lives in unexpected situations.
An Alpine rescue team in France pulled off a dramatic save when a paraglider crashed into a mountain cliff and landed on a narrow ledge more than 600 feet above ground. The daring rescue ended with the best possible news: not a single injury. ---
A wildlife ambulance crew in East Sussex discovered a tiny mouse hitchhiking on their windscreen while racing to save a trapped deer. Both animals got the help they needed, proving no rescue is too big or too small.
A quick-thinking fire crew pulled an injured swimmer to safety after a dangerous fall at a New York gorge. Despite the treacherous terrain and a 45-minute technical rescue, everyone made it home.
A quick-thinking helicopter pilot saved two men and their dog from the roof of a car surrounded by raging floodwaters in northern Australia. The dramatic rescue captured on video shows the power of split-second decisions and the pilot's commitment to saving every life, including four-legged ones.
A large brown and white dog swept off rocks in New South Wales swam 800 meters to a nearby island before a determined rescue team brought him safely home. Rangers are now searching for the lucky pup's owner.
After six hours trapped in a narrow 30-meter well, four-year-old Abdul Razzaq Salloum Jbeir was pulled to safety by Syrian Civil Defence teams in a rescue that captivated the nation. Specialized crews from three provinces worked together to save the conscious child from the dangerously tight space.
Animal Rescue Corps freed 51 large-breed dogs from a failed Arkansas rescue where they'd lived in tight spaces for years. The operation marks the third major rescue in six weeks, saving over 100 dogs total.
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