Austin Riley spent decades raising exotic animals in the Texas Hill Country. In a split second, the animal he thought he knew best changed his life forever.
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Inside California’s Brutal Underground Market for Puppies: Neglected Dogs, Deceived Owners, Big Profits
“Buyers are often fooled into thinking they’re supporting reputable, local breeders, but are instead fueling a trade in which some puppies are born and raised in horrific conditions.”
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Rockhopper Penguins’ Athleticism Makes Them the Daredevils of the Animal World. Will a Warming Climate Slow Them Down?
“A visit to the Falkland Islands, where the fearless seabirds navigate the rugged topography with tenacious spunk, shows the new challenges they face.”
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The Last of Their Kind
“Are efforts to resurrect the northern white rhino more technological hubris than genuine conservation?”
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There Will Be Blood
“Confronting the ethical and ecological dilemma over culling animals for conservation.”
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Pity the Barefoot Pigeon
“Bumblefoot, string-foot, and falcons are just a few of the hazards that New York’s birds have to brave.”
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Breakdown at the Racetrack
“A cluster of fatal horse injuries at Woodbine raises questions about the future of the sport.”
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Most People Are Disgusted by These Animals. These New Yorkers Are Filling Their Homes with Them.
“In NYC, many wildlife rehabbers see pests as part of a thriving urban ecosystem.”
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An A-List Animal Trainer Prepares a Great Dane for His Film Début
“Bill Berloni has worked with pigs, geese, and butterflies. He recently prepared Bing for his starring role.”
