Animals

High Levels of Mercury Found in Alligators in Okefenokee Swamp, Georgia

High Levels of Mercury Found in Alligators in Okefenokee Swamp, Georgia

In a new study, scientists have detected high levels of mercury contamination in alligators from the Okefenokee Swamp in southeastern Georgia. The contamination in the alligators could be an indicator of more widespread heavy metal contamination in the region, which could be harmful to other wildlife, and ultimately humans. “Alligators are very ancient creatures, and […]

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    Dehorning Rhinos Reduces Poaching by Nearly 80%: Study

    Dehorning Rhinos Reduces Poaching by Nearly 80%: Study

    Removing the horns of rhinoceros has been found to be an effective way to drastically reduce poaching of the endangered mammals. A new study by an international team of researchers found that dehorning results in 78 percent less poaching while using a tiny fraction of the total protection budget. “Despite decades of conservation efforts, poaching […]