Animals

‘Extremely intelligent’ bear at large in Japan after hurting four people

The bear is believed to still be in the area, and the local police are considering declaring an emergency to allow the animal to be shot.

US races to contain flesh-eating parasite screwworm, reports no further cases

Once the eggs of a screwworm hatch, hundreds of larvae will burrow through living flesh with their sharp mouths, eventually killing the host if left untreated.

Tasmanian devil thwarts Australian search team

Tasmanian devils – agile, mostly nocturnal animals that can roam for 16km in a single night.

Punch and other monkeys to get air-conditioning, bigger yard at Japanese zoo

Sunshades and a soil area will be installed at Monkey Mountain in Ichikawa City Zoo, where Punch and the other monkeys are kept.

Fresh hope for rare Raffles’ banded langurs in Johor

The Raffles’ banded langur was classified as “critically endangered” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature in 2022.

4 injured in bear attacks in north-east Japan; all remain conscious

The bear is believed to still be in the area, and the local police are considering declaring an emergency to allow the animal to be shot.

Pigeon feeders in Seoul face fines of up to $843 in June amid month-long crackdown

People caught feeding pigeons in the restricted areas can face fines of up to 1 million won (S$845).

Horses bolt through Rome after policeman lights fireworks at parade rehearsal

A horse on the loose gallops during the nighttime rehearsals for a parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, in Rome, Italy, May 29, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video. Lucio Virzi Fotografo/via REUTERS

Shelter Star Of The Month: Cairns the eclectus parrot looking for forever home on World Parrot Day

Cairns, a 14-year-old eclectus parrot, can say “hi”, “hello” and even “meow”.

Bone appetit: Paris pups lap up treats at dog-centric spots

Marley, a Miniature American Shepherd dog, eats a "Vip Pup Cup" at "Le Bone Appart" dog cafe in Paris on May 7, 2026. (Photo by Xavier GALIANA / AFP)

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