Animals
As Israeli owners struggle from daily Iranian attacks, pets pay the price of war
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Those giving up pets for war-related reasons often do so because they know they will not be home to provide the love and care their dogs deserve.
Video: Stowaway possum spotted camouflaging among plushies at airport shop
Dressed for the afterlife: What 7,000-year-old grave soil reveals about Stone Age clothing - study
The first "smartphone" for pets unveiled in Barcelona
WATCH: Monkeys found in chains and bathrooms: Israel steps up wildlife rescue efforts
“The captivity of sensitive animals like monkeys causes tremendous harm,” the Israel Nature and Parks Authority and Israel Police said in a joint statement.
Sanctuary sought for two stranded killer whales after zoo shuts down
The mother and son duo have spent their whole lives at the Marineland Antibes but are now seeking new waters after the center shut down in January.
Rare parrots stolen from Jerusalem zoo returned, suspect arrested
Zoo CEO Sigalit Hertz said that they believe the three individuals were "animal traffickers who knew exactly what to steal."
Israel Police, INPA find lemur, parrots, chameleons, stuffed gazelle illegally held near Netanya
The animals were being kept illegally in a private home, and were transferred to INPA custody. This was the first time that authorities had found the critically endangered species of lemur.
Loose camel causes stir in central Israel, evades capture
"The municipal veterinary service rushed to the scene and tried to persuade the camel to cooperate, but, being a camel, he had other plans."
Authorities find an additional three monkeys across Israel
One of the monkeys was captured in Lod, one in Rishon Lezion, and one in Nof HaGalil, the Nature and Parks Authority stated.
US proposes looser interpretation of law that protects threatened species
The public may submit comments on the proposal for 30 days following its publication in the Federal Register, which is expected on Thursday.
Israel Kennel Club to host dog show in Arad to support southern residents
Sponsored by animal food brand Royal Canin, the show will feature around 800 dogs from approximately 130 different breeds, competing for titles in 10 different rings.
KKL-JNF rehabilitates injured forest dormouse after rare daytime sighting
A rare forest dormouse spotted at a Galilee factory was rescued, treated, and released back into the wild by KKL-JNF.
At least 50 hippos die from anthrax in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo
Residents warned to avoid wild animals and boil water amid anthrax outbreak.
