Good News Notes: “Pterosaurs were the first vertebrates to evolve flight and include the largest flying animals in Earth history. While some of the last-surviving species were the size of airplanes, pterosaurs were long thought to be restricted to small body sizes — wingspans 1.6-1.8 m (5.2-5.9 feet) — from their Triassic origins through the Jurassic…
Category: animals
Humpback whales removed from Australia’s threatened species list but feeding grounds still at risk
Good News Notes: “Humpback whales have been removed from the threatened species list after a significant increase in numbers in the 60 years since they were first protected, but green groups warn populations could decline again as oceans warm. Global heating is predicted to have a significant impact on krill populations in Antarctica, a major…
Arnold Schwarzenegger Said Vegan Diet Lowered ‘Bad’ Cholesterol
Good News Notes: “The bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger said he’d been eating a mostly plant-based diet for the past five years and it significantly lowered his cholesterol. Schwarzenegger said in a recent edition of his email newsletter that about 80% of what he ate was vegan. He said he made an occasional exception for steak…
Fire Department, Animal Control rescue dog trapped under shed
Good News Notes: “The Palm Coast Fire Department worked with Animal Control the afternoon of Feb. 15 to rescue a dog named Jake that got trapped under a shed in the backyard of its Buffalo Grove Place home. “The little dog, Jake, was probably chasing after an animal and got himself stuck,” said Fire Department Lieutenant Patrick Juliano, who…
3 Science-Backed Foods for Increasing Your Lifespan
Good News Notes: “By now, you’ve probably heard thatplant-forward diets are linked to lower levels of LDL cholesterol (aka, “bad” cholesterol), lower blood pressure, and fewer instances of heart disease. Nutrition researchers are collecting an ever-growing body of evidence that suggests eating your fruits and veggies—when you can, of course—is a great way to invest in your future longevity….
Five baby river otters born at SC’s Brookgreen Gardens zoo
Good News Notes: “Remember Egerton, the adorable baby penguin that hatched at Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach in 2020? He’s got competition, big competition. Five, just as cute (dare we say cuter), baby river otters were born last week during the winter storm at Brookgreen Gardens’ Lowcountry Zoo in Georgetown. On Tuesday, the zoo’s veterinarian…
Tree Canopy, new assessment shows increase in Louisville
Good News Notes: “Mayor Fischer and other community leaders announced the findings of the most recent Urban Tree Canopy Assessment for Louisville on Thursday at Medora Elementary School. The new study, commissioned by the nonprofit group TreesLouisville, shows Louisville experienced tree canopy gain while also combating canopy loss. Tree Canopy is basically the part of the…
West Michigan firefighters rescue German shepherd at house fire, provide oxygen
Good News Notes: “A West Michigan fire department is crediting special animal oxygen masks with helping them save a German shepherd rescued from a burning home. The dog, named Ace, was pulled unresponsive from a house in the 600 block of South Dangl north of Apple Avenue. Muskegon Charter Township firefighters used special masks donated…
WATCH: Firefighters Rescue Dog That Fell Into the Bay at Miami Beach
Good News Notes: “Firefighters saved the day in Miami Beach on Tuesday by rescuing a dog that had accidentally fallen into the bay. The Miami Beach Fire Department shared a video of the rescue on its Facebook page showing firefighters Santis and Escudero teaming up to bring the water-logged pup to safety. According to the department, Fire…
‘Most Wanted’ list leads to rediscovered species. Conservation group sets its sights on finding 8 more.
Good News Notes: “From Cuba to New Zealand, teams of scientists around the world are looking for rare species of animals, plants and fungi. How rare? They haven’t been seen by humans for at least 10 years — and in some cases, almost 200 years. This global effort is part of the Search for Lost Species,…