I love nature. There is something amazing about being outside and seeing how many different animals, insects, birds, fish, and more are actually present in our world. The living wild species that exist around the globe continually change, and new species are identified almost daily. Sadly, some existing species are also annihilated from the animal […]
For most of my life, I was a typical carnivore, and I ate a diet that included red meat, white meat, fish, eggs, and dairy, in addition to vegetables and fruits. When I decided to drop meat and only eat fish, eggs, dairy, veggies, and fruits, I didn’t know that this was but one of […]
You may not have woken up this morning and thought, “How many vegans are in the world?” But the way of life has certainly gained interest since the 2010s. When you learn about everything our animals live through and die from due to the meat industry, veganism may not be so “I would never!” to […]
Animal cruelty statistics make for harrowing reading. If you have a sensitive disposition, then discretion is advised. While there will be no graphic images below, the matter of animal abuse statistics is upsetting. Abuse happens in many ways. Something mild, seemingly innocent, or even well-intended can still constitute animal abuse. Animals are majestic creatures, and […]
Do you ever wake up and say, Hey, today I’m gonna snag myself a rhino horn? Or better yet, do a little bit of elephant poaching since there’s such a huge demand despite the Wildlife Conservation Society saying we’ve endangered animals to the brink of extinction. Poaching doesn’t just happen to South Africa’s rhino population […]
As an animal lover, snakes have long held a fascination for me. I cannot say I have ever thought about having one as a pet, but that does not lessen my interest in them. The collection of snake bite statistics by state below certainly reinforces the danger of getting too close to wild animals and […]
The range of available pit bull statistics paints a very different picture of this much-vilified dog. Pit bulls are one of the most misunderstood of all dog breeds. These big-hearted dogs have a fearsome reputation when, really, they are one of the softer and more loving breeds. I’ve never owned a pitbull myself, but some […]
Have you ever wondered just how many bear attacks occur each year? I am lucky, I live in a part of the world where bears are not an issue for anybody. However, bears remain fascinating creatures that have a longstanding and intertwined history with humankind. Growing up, the closest I got to seeing bears was […]
Each year, dogs bite more than 4.5 million people in the United States. Of those, approximately 885,000 seek medical attention, and nearly 370,000 require emergency department care. Children make up a significant portion of these victims, highlighting the need for awareness and prevention. There’s no point in sugar-coating the topic; dog bites are a serious […]
The International Shark Attack File (ISAF) from the Florida Museum of Natural History looked into 105 reported shark-human interactions across the globe in 2025. Among them, there were 65 unprovoked shark attacks on humans and 29 provoked bites worldwide. Many people have a firm view on sharks; however, the following shark attack numbers will highlight […]