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Meet Cosmos! 'Opossum Ambassador' Gets Its Name At Wildlife Center Of Virginia
A Virginia opossum with a big personality and an even bigger fan base finally has a name—Cosmos! After receiving more than 10,000 votes, the Wildlife Center of Virginia announced that the winning name for its newest education ambassador is Cosmos, beating out finalists Powhatan and Mars. The name is a perfect fit for the nocturnal marsupial, inspired by the vast, starry sky he loves to explore at night, officials mused. It also holds a special connection to Marigold, a former ambassador opossum, as the Cosmos flower is a cousin of the Marigold. "With this name, Cosmos will carry on Marigol…
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First US Human Death From Bird Flu Reported
Authorities have confirmed the first human death in the United States caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or H5N1. The announcement was made by the Louisiana Department of Health on Monday, Jan. 6. Earlier Report: First Severe Bird Flu Case Confirmed In US The patient, a man over 65 with underlying health conditions, was hospitalized before succumbing to the illness after exposure to a non-commercial backyard flock and wild birds. The Louisiana Department of Health said it has conducted a public health investigation and found no additional cases or …
Lifestyle
'People's Choice:' Baby Hippo That Took Social Media By Storm In VA Gets Name After Heated Vote
What's in a name? After a spirited global contest, the people have spoken: Richmond Metro Zoo’s baby pygmy hippo now has a fitting moniker. Poppy. The newborn entered the world on Monday, Dec. 9, and has quickly captivated local residents and animal lovers alike, taking off on social media after being transferred to the zoo family on Christmas Eve. Hippo hooray and Merry Christmas Eve! We’re thrilled to welcome a precious baby pygmy hippo to the zoo family - just in... Posted by Metro Richmond Zoo on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 More than 116,000 votes from 165 countries narr…
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Euthanasia Of 'Peanut The Squirrel' Sparks Viral Outrage; Lawmaker Demands Investigation
Outrage is swirling after New York wildlife officials seized and later euthanized beloved social media sensation “Peanut” the squirrel. Chemung County resident Mark Longo, of Elmira, took to Instagram Wednesday, Oct 30, telling his 581,000 followers that Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) officers had seized the animal, which he rescued in 2017 after its mother was struck by a car. “Well internet, you WON. You took one of the most amazing animals away from me because of your selfishness,” he wrote. “To the people who called (DEC), there’s a special place in hell for you.” In a…
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Baby Alligator Confiscated From Home By Spotsy Sheriff's Office
A baby alligator is settling into its new home at the Luray Zoo after being confiscated from a local resident. The Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office said the county's animal control division confiscated the young animal. "These creatures are not native to Virginia and personal ownership without proper licensing is illegal throughout the Commonwealth," the sheriff's office said. The Luray Zoo A Rescue Zoo website says it's a privately owned facility operating as a haven for unwanted pets, retired zoo animals, and abused animals.
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Kite Fight Crackdown: Fairfax County Puts Stop To Sharp-Stringed Game
Officials in Fairfax County are cracking down on a popular kite game involving sharp and dangerous strings. The Fairfax County Park Authority has banned "kite fighting" among its parks, citing an uptick of reports of harm to wildlife, vegetation, maintenance equipment and the inherent risks to public safety. Individuals seen kite fighting will be asked to stop, and those who refuse or repeatedly violate this rule, may be banned from park use. "Kite fighting is noted for its super-sharp string used to attack and cut the lines of opposing kites," the FCPA explains. "Kite fighters …
Police & Fire
No Matter How Small: Fairfax Officer Restores Winged Victim Back To Health
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue recently saved a small bird suffering a medical emergency, officials said.The bird's savior gave it some fluids to restore it to better heath. Feeling up to flying, the bird was ready to take off after a nice treatment from the Fairfax officer.
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Venomous Snake Saved By Deputy After Its Capture In Stafford Home
A Stafford County Sheriff's deputy was being praised by local residents for saving a venomous snake that made its way into a local home. Deputy E.M. Brooks carefully removed the snake, sparing its life, after it snuck into a garage of a townhouse in England Run Thursday, July 7. Stafford residents took to the Sheriff's Office Facebook page to express their gratitude to Deputy Brooks for relocating and saving the snake, rather than killing it. "Thank you so much for relocating vs. killing," one user wrote. "Even venomous snakes serve a huge purpose in our ecosystem. This is a beautif…
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