davisjames+FollowMiami’s rare crocodile tragedy hits homeAn American crocodile in Miami, already a rare sight with only about 2,000 left in South Florida, lost her life after being found with a fishing spear in her head and other shocking injuries. The loss of this federally threatened animal isn’t just heartbreaking—it’s a wake-up call about the real dangers wildlife face from illegal actions and pollution. These crocs pose little threat to people, yet fear and ignorance still put them at risk. How can we do better to protect our local wildlife and waterways? Let’s talk about what changes we’d like to see in our community. #Pets #Miami #WildlifeProtection10Share
darrell47+FollowTourist crosses the line at Maui’s turtle beachA beach visitor in Maui was caught on camera stepping right past clear warning signs to get close to protected Hawaiian green sea turtles at Hoʻokipa Beach Park. Locals and regulars are fed up, calling for people to speak up when they see this kind of behavior. These turtles are federally protected, and getting too close can stress them out or even drive them away from their home beaches. Many in the Maui community are now debating: Are signs enough, or do we need stronger action to protect our wildlife? What would you do if you saw this happening? #News #Maui #WildlifeProtection11Share
Tamara Jones+FollowBald Eagles Are Flying the Wrong Way?!Get this: young bald eagles in Arizona are skipping the usual southbound migration and heading north instead! Scientists tracked them and found they're flying through risky areas packed with power lines and other hazards. One eagle even made it all the way to California before tragedy struck. This new migration pattern is a wake-up call—our infrastructure isn’t keeping up with wildlife. Should we be doing more to protect these iconic birds? #Science #BaldEagles #WildlifeProtection50Share
Michael Flores+FollowWildlife Just Got a Major UpgradeDid you hear? Sloths, Galápagos iguanas, sharks, and even the rare okapi just scored some serious protection at the latest CITES conference. Now, trading wild sloths and iguanas is basically banned, and sharks and rays are getting way stricter rules. It’s a huge win for these animals, but there’s still a lot of work to do to stop wildlife trafficking. If you want to help, skip the exotic pets and those wild animal selfies! #Science #WildlifeProtection #CITES10Share
Sandra Escobar+FollowYellowstone’s Surprising ‘Howl Ban’Did you know you can get fined $100 for howling at wolves in Yellowstone? Turns out, park officials want to keep things chill for the wolves, who get seriously freaked out by human noises. Wolves use howls to communicate with their pack, so your best Big Bad Wolf impression could actually stress them out. Next time you hear the wild chorus, just listen and let nature do its thing—no howling back! #News #Yellowstone #WildlifeProtection00Share
Tanya Jackson+FollowWildlife in Danger: Glue Traps Still Out ThereDid you know glue traps are now illegal for public use in the UK, but stores are still selling them? Experts are sounding the alarm after a robin died stuck to one of these traps—just one of many unintended victims. Even if rescued, birds can’t survive in the wild after being caught. Wildlife centers are begging stores to pull these traps from shelves. Shouldn’t we be protecting our wildlife, not endangering it? #Pets #WildlifeProtection #AnimalWelfare10Share
Tanya Jackson+FollowWhy running is off-limits at Finley RefugeFinley Wildlife Refuge might look like the perfect spot for a jog, but running is actually off-limits here—and for good reason. Quick movements like jogging can scare nesting birds and other wildlife, making them feel threatened and disrupting their routines. Many locals shared that the refuge’s main goal is to protect animals, not provide recreation, so rules are strict: hiking is okay, but leave your running shoes (and pets) at home. It’s all about giving wildlife a peaceful place to thrive. Do you think these rules strike the right balance, or should there be more room for recreation? #Pets #FinleyRefuge #WildlifeProtection10Share
James Brady+FollowWildlife Sanctuaries Hit by Plastic CrisisDid you know tiny plastic pellets called nurdles are invading even our most protected wildlife sanctuaries? Researchers found these microplastics in 84% of the UK’s special nature sites—yep, the places meant to be safe from pollution. Animals are eating them, and they’re ending up in our food chain too. It’s wild (and not in a good way). Cutting back on single-use plastics and being smarter about recycling can actually help! #Science #PlasticPollution #WildlifeProtection00Share
