Animal Ethics

JUNE 7, 2016

In light of this horrible incident, is it right for the zoo to carry on a breeding program that subjects more animals to such unnatural lives? This horrible incident has raised some tough questions indeed. Finally, what of the audience? The hysteria of the crowd surely played a part in escalating an already frightening situation.

Los Angeles 40

Los Angeles Gorillas Zoos Non Human 40

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park is the oldest proclaimed nature reserve in Africa – it was established in 1895. Superb Starlings avoid this when using helpers, much like rich people presumably reducing the stress of raising kids by hiring a couple of nannies. Work ethics among Yellow-billed Kites seem to vary a lot between individuals.

South Africa 188

South Africa Africa Birds Cape Verde 188

10,000 Birds

APRIL 15, 2015

I was in contact with a group of birders for whom I arranged and guided an annual tour to Africa. We already had South Africa, Zambia and Uganda under our belts, but my clients’ request for the next year came right out of the blue: Ghana! During each trip we would discuss a destination for the following year.

Ghana 193

Ghana Hunters Guinea Gambia 193