Albinos in Africa

The problem of albinos in Africa exists for a long time, but last years the situation got worse. They became an object of a real hunting, because parts of their bodies, limbs and even hair are used in magical rituals and people in Africa believe that it can bring wealth and luck. More than 50 albinos have been killed in Tanzania and Burundi last year, that’s why world organizations are uniting their efforts to protect these people.








Barking mad? The gadget that translates your dog's woofs into words


Ever wondered what your dog is saying when he barks?

A Japanese toy company has invented a device it claims will be able to detect your pooch's emotion from its bark and then translate this into human words.

Called Bowlingual Voice, the talking gadget can detect six senses: sadness, joy, alertness to danger, neediness, happiness and frustration.

Ground Squirrels tease a Cape Cobra

Ground Squirrels tease a Cape Cobra.

Ground squirrels use their fluffy tails as a sun screen in the desert heat and, when a Cape Cobra makes an unwelcome appearance, their tails double up as a weapon to torment the snake into submission.

Snowball's Tribute to Michael Jackson

Snowball (TM) dances to exerpts of "Black or White", "Rock With You", and "Billie Jean" as a tribute to Michael Jackson. Regardless of musical taste, many can agree that Michael Jackson was an incredible entertainer. This one's for you, Michael!

20 Foot Shark Found on Shore

20 Foot Shark Found on Shore...


The 20 Foot Basking Shark was found on shore in Long Island, NY, without any teeth. 20 feet may seem massive, but the basking fish usually eats plankton.






Elephant carwash raises zoo cash

Elephant carwash raises zoo cash...

A wildlife safari in Oregon, USA, has come up with an unusual way to raise money in the tough economic climate.

For $20, visitors can have their car washed by the zoo's elephants, who scrub with sponges and rinse with their trunks.

Wildlife Safari Executive Director, Dan Van Slyke, and Elephant Supervisor, Carol Matthews, claim that the elephants don't mind the work, and that the fundraiser has been a hit.


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Bear Swims Out To Island For Seagull Feast

The bear is believed to have crossed several hundred meters of water so that he can feast on the sea birds that nest on the island. A fisherman says he’s seen the bear on the island several times in the past, and an expert explains this by commenting on how bears are quite capable of memorizing good hunting spots.

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