Cayman: Governor Gore Bird Sanctuary expands
28 September 2023 – On Wednesday 13th September 2023, H.E. Governor Jane Owen hosted a reception on behalf of the National Trust for the Cayman Islands to recognize and thank the generous donors to their Land Reserve Fund for mangroves…
Keeping cattle on public land is bad for people, cows, wildlife, and the planet
The U.S. beef industry is destroying the American Wild West and worsening the climate crisis. By Erika Schelby Author Bio: Erika Schelby is the author of Looking for Humboldt and Searching for German Footprints in New Mexico and Beyond (Lava Gate Press, 2017)…
South Africa and Zimbabwe a lifetime Safari Tour
Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana Embarking on a safari in South Africa and Zimbabwe is an adventure like no other. Imagine witnessing majestic wildlife in their natural habitats, exploring vast national parks, and immersing yourself in…
Scientists grow human-like kidneys in pigs
AFP From Newsmax Chinese scientists have succeeded in growing kidneys containing human cells in pig embryos, a world first that could one day help address organ donation shortages. But the development, described in a study in the journal Cell Stem…
CCMI now accepting scholarship applications for The Caribbean Marine Ecology Camp in Little Cayman
Darwin Plus is funding 14 scholarships for local students to attend October half-term Caribbean Marine Ecology Camp Funded by the UK government through Darwin Plus, 14 Caymanian students will be selected to participate in the Central Caribbean Marine Institute’s (CCMI’s)…
The Grand Cayman Bullfinch: local bird now awarded full endemic species status
By Patricia E. Bradley 26th July 2023 – Introducing Melopyrrha taylori the Grand Cayman Bullfinch, an exciting addition to the Cayman Islands’ bird list, an endemic, and one of only two species in this monotypic West Indian genus. This month…
The potential impact of wireless technology on wildlife
Electromagnetic radiation from Wi-Fi and cell towers may pose a “credible risk” to birds, mammals, insects, and even plants.
Karen Davis: The Problem With ‘Humanely Raised’ poultry and eggs
Chicken producers are misleading consumers with misinformation. By Karen Davis Karen Davis Author Bio: Karen Davis, Ph.D., is the president and founder of United Poultry Concerns, a nonprofit organization that promotes the compassionate and respectful treatment of domestic fowl including a sanctuary for chickens in…
Cayman: Blue Iguana Conservation and QEII Botanic Park offer a joint ticket and one great experience
(15th June 2023) – The National Trust for the Cayman Islands (NTCI)has partnered with the Cayman Islands National Attractions Authority (CINAA) to offer a new simplified entrance ticket that will provide combined access to the Blue Iguana Conservation (BIC) facility…
Cayman: Department of Agriculture reports actions taken after Animal Welfare Officers threatened
In recent months, the Department of Agriculture (DOA) Animal Welfare & Control Officers and other public service members have received numerous threats to cause harm and injury as a result of the performance of their duties. Threats to safety are…
