Shocking photo takes out top prize
THE photo that took out the top prize for best wildlife photo of 2017 has a heartbreaking story behind it. Warning: Graphic
Animals
2017 Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Winners
THE National History Museum in the UK has announced the winners of their annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards.
‘Hot’ animal photos better than any you’ll take
FROM ripped kangaroos to a “handsome” gorilla, these animals are putting your selfie game to shame.
Shocking brush with ‘bodybuilder’ roo
A MAN was walking with his dog when he spotted a pumped roo thrusting out his chest in an Australian creek. Calling him jacked is an understatement.
Epic moose versus wolf battle
A CANADIAN YouTuber was filming a moose in northern Ontario when “something unexpected took place”.
Man convinced he saw Tasmanian tiger
TASMANIAN tigers are supposed to be long extinct but a Melbourne man is certain that he and his kids saw one in the area.
Kids distraught over chicken theft
CHILDREN are devastated and scared after a man broke into their school and stole their pet chickens — and cops are looking to track down the chook crook.
Swimmers ’shouldn’t feel safe’
A SURF Life Saving boss is warning swimmers they should no longer feel safe in some of our most popular waterways — as crocodile numbers keep rising.
Why cats will steal dogs’ jobs
SOON, your very survival could depend on a cat. Research shows they have a much more sensitive sense of smell than dogs. It’s just that we haven’t convinced them to use it. Yet.
‘The most Australian thing I’ve ever seen’
A REAL estate agent rushed down to save the day by launching a shark out of a rock pool as disbelieving witnesses cheered her on.
White tiger cubs maul keeper to death
THE zoo worker was filling in for another staff member moving the animals into their enclosure when the cubs attacked.
These ‘underdog’ photos raise the ruff
JUST when we thought we’d seen every side of our canine companions, a photographer has unleashed a series of pictures that are terrier-rific.
Rare footage of 23 crocs feasting
A YOUNG boy has filmed more than 23 crocodiles feasting on a cow in the NT river has the highest density of saltwater crocodiles in the world.
There is probably pesticide in your honey
IT TURNS out as there is something in your honey that’s not so sweet, according to researchers.
A new way to produce electricity
SCIENTISTS have developed a new way to produce electricity and it could have huge impacts on modern medicine and energy harvesting.
‘Confrontation’ over kangaroo cull
ANIMAL activists have clashed with the Victorian state government over plans by authorities to kill kangaroos.
Why even small sharks are scary
SHOCKING footage shows the moment a nurse shark latched on to a swimmer and had to be forcibly removed in a bloody operation. Warning: Graphic
Smiling animals caught on film
ALL SMILES: From chuckling chimps to hysterical hyenas, these images reveal that animals also know how to put on a happy face.
Feeding frenzy: Crocs devour giant whale
STUNNING photos have captured the moment at least 14 crocodiles emerged to feed on a washed-up whale carcass off Western Australia.
Jaguar and caiman fight to death
DRAMATIC picture show when a fearsome big cat wrestled with the reptile for around 20 minutes in a struggle witnessed by a wildlife photographer.
Feral pig gallops through suburban streets
A FERAL pig has been photographed running amok along suburban streets. And it is refusing to hand itself in to authorities.
Turns out cats also remember everything
NEVER doublecross your cat. A study of our favourite pets show they’re much better at filing memories away than we thought.
Aussies warned of snake ‘tsunami’
SNAKE catchers say they are dealing with a “tsunami” of reptiles as temperatures soar earlier than expected and males start mating.
Mystery sea creature washes up on beach
A ROTTING, foul-smelling sea creature the size of a fighter jet has washed up in the Philippines, baffling scientists.
Snakes and lizards – get a grip on this
WITH snake season very much upon us, South Australian researchers are warning about keeping snakes and lizards as pets, especially with children under five-years-old. Here’s why.
Sea turtle numbers are increasing globally
REJOICE! Finally, some good environmental news — sea turtles are bouncing back from extinction, and it’s all thanks to global conservation efforts.
Matching pjs for you and your dog
MATCHING pjs for you and your dog is a thing. Will it help you sleep? Possibly. Is it adorable? Absolutely.
Robert Irwin stuns with nature photos
CRIKEY! Steve Irwin’s teenage son, Robert, shows off his photography skills with a breathtaking collection of nature photography.
Pet parrot’s online shopping spree
WHO’S a clever boy? Buddy, the parrot is! The African grey managed to place an order online by using an Amazon Echo smart speaker — aka Alexa.
Now we need to be careful on the toilet
A GOLD Coast boy got more than he bargained for when he opened the lid of the toilet at his family’s home.
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