Scientists have a clever new playbook to control - and conserve - the possum
Scientists have just reconstructed the entire genetic jigsaw of the brushtail possum.
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Robert had an emotional moment at Australia Zoo celebrating what his father started.
Dogs need to be socialised as early as possible - dog trainer
A dog trainer believes there needs to be more education around socialising canines.
'It's harassment': Horse breeder charged with ill-treatment of animals wants case dismissed
The woman is facing 18 charges of neglect involving horses.
Alien-like golden crab wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Celebrating the diversity of life on Earth, the winning shot is out of this world.
Motorway mayhem as driver dodges ducklings
A duck walkabout with a gaggle of ducklings caused chaos on a Dunedin motorway.
Lily Carrington driven into politics by her deep passion to care for all animals
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'These animals were suffering': Nearly half of farmer's 800 cows were neglected
One bull was in such bad condition that MPI directed the farmer to euthanise the animal.
Adopted 'sweet little dog' seriously injured
A "beautiful sweet little dog” was injured, returned to vet days after adoption.
Otter know better: Menagerie of smuggled animals break loose on Taipei plane
Passengers were alarmed to spot a menagerie of exotic animals crawling around the cabin.
Really wild: Comedy photo awards looking for world's funniest animals
A dancing otter and a roo rocking out are among some of the images shortlisted.
More than 100 dolphins found dead in Brazilian Amazon
High water temperatures are the most likely cause of deaths in the lakes.
Bird numbers at Whanganui's Virginia Lake aviary slashed
The drop in bird numbers was down to natural attrition and rehoming.
Hanging out in Borneo: Where to meet the ginger locals
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Dog to be 'destroyed' after rushing, biting contractor
Animal's owner not in court to hear the fate of his pet bull mastiff.
'Grotesque cruelty': British TV crocodile expert tortured, killed dozens of dogs
The crocodile expert who worked with Sir David Attenborough has pleaded guilty.
'Heavy heart': Council officer who put down wrong dog resigns
Gisborne District Council has issued an apology calling it "human error".
'Never hurt a fly': Family dog mistakenly destroyed
'You were never just a dog to us, you were and will forever be our family.'
Iceblock treats cool down monkeys at Rio zoo amid rare winter heatwave
High temperatures have engulfed the country since the beginning of the week.
Cash and release: Live crayfish bought from fish'n' chip shop returned to the sea
Now, woman is fundraising to save more crays from the pot.
Bears raid Krispy Kreme doughnut van in Alaska
The bears chomped on doughnut holes and other pastries, despite shooing from manager.
Ruff ride: Man imprisoned after stealing car with labrador in the back
The car thief had an unexpected passenger.
Thousands of minks released after holes cut in fur farm fence
Holes had been cut in the farm’s fence and about 6000 to 8000 minks were released.
Gator with missing upper jaw finds new home in Florida reptile park
The gator's injuries were due to a fight or from a boat propeller.
Surfing snake: Gold Coast man’s unusual hobby lands $2500 fine
Shiva the carpet python had been making waves on social media.
Defence Force investigating alleged animal abuse at Canterbury military camp
A soldier is being investigated for allegedly dumping a mistreated dog in a recycling bin.
Watch: Orangutan hurls possum from zoo enclosure as onlookers scream
'The orangutan was alarmed to find an unknown occupant in their bed'.
UK government may ban American XL Bully dogs
British home secretary seeks advice following an attack on a 11-year-old girl.
'Barbaric': Shark dragged behind car, head worn as trophy
A group dragged a shark along a beach behind a 4WD, one person riding the carcass.
Te Arawa mobilising to beat invasive pest
The invasive clams were first found in April and originated in Asia.
Secret test Robert Irwin's girlfriend had to pass
The 19-year-old's mum and sister appear to be quite protective of his heart.
'It's gutting': Conservation group find eight kiwi mauled to death by dogs
Years of dedication helping to restore native flora and fauna to Northland forest.