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B.C. monitoring human cases of bird flu in Washington state

B.C. monitoring human cases of bird flu in Washington state

Two confirmed human cases of bird flu in Washington state are said to be mild and not a particular concern for B.C. officials at this time.
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Watch: A tiny owl flew into me. Is that a bad omen?

Watch: A tiny owl flew into me. Is that a bad omen?

A tiny owl swiped my arm while I was walking in downtown Vancouver. Turns out, I am either lucky or unlucky.
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Why do nearly all of Vancouver's crows fly to Burnaby at night?

Why do nearly all of Vancouver's crows fly to Burnaby at night?

Have you seen this striking sight?
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'Beloved' eight-year-old giraffe Jenga dies at Greater Vancouver Zoo

'Beloved' eight-year-old giraffe Jenga dies at Greater Vancouver Zoo

The Greater Vancouver Zoo is mourning the death of one of its iconic animals after Jenga the giraffe was found dead in his barn on Wednesday.
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Can an elephant sue to leave a zoo? Colorado's top court must now decide

Can an elephant sue to leave a zoo? Colorado's top court must now decide

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Five elephants in a Colorado zoo could someday sue for their freedom, if the state’s Supreme Court sides with an animal rights group and declares them “persons” under the law.
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Orphaned bear cub's journey: How Squamish residents saved Jura

Orphaned bear cub's journey: How Squamish residents saved Jura

Locals rallied to rescue an injured bear cub recently spotted alone in their neighbourhood.
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Powell River Wildlife Society organizes flight for cub

Powell River Wildlife Society organizes flight for cub

Bear found to be orphaned gets chance to survive winter thanks to a concerned citizen and community collaboration
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Is Vancouver seeing a significant increase in rats?

Is Vancouver seeing a significant increase in rats?

A video shows rats scurrying around a busy Vancouver plaza.
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Killing B.C. black bears doesn't reduce human conflict, finds study

Killing B.C. black bears doesn't reduce human conflict, finds study

The pre-print study found little evidence that lethal interventions, which often account for upwards of 500 bear deaths a year, lead to a decrease in human-wildlife conflict.
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Celebrate responsibly: Halloween safety for wildlife

Celebrate responsibly: Halloween safety for wildlife

Find out if your spooky yard is safe for animals.
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