Ex-RoommatesTurpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge rescues animals from situations of abuse, neglect, and abandonment from homes, fake zoos, and pseudo-sanctuaries. Sometimes […] View Article
Mythical Creatures Inspired by Real AnimalsThroughout time, many stories have been told of the mystical and magical creatures that may or may not exist. While […] View Article
Celebrating Mama ShakiraToday we are celebrating Mama Shakira’s 14th birthday! Her given name is Shakira II, and in honor of her remarkable […] View Article
Ambush, Pursuit, or Scavenger?It’s no secret that we all have to eat. As large predators ourselves, adult humans need approximately 2000 calories a […] View Article
Animal Pain AwarenessSeptember is Animal Pain Awareness Month. The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) declared this month of awareness. Its purpose is […] View Article
Where in the World?Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge is home to several different species, but where would their homes be if they were in […] View Article
I Cry, You Cry, We All MimicryMany say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. In nature, every organism fills a unique role in their […] View Article
The Mapogo CoalitionAs one of the only social cats, lions have social structures that are incredibly complex. Their behavior can sometimes shock […] View Article
Why Pollinators MatterPollinators keep the world running. They are responsible for around 75% of the world’s flowering plants. Notable pollinators are bees, […] View Article
Why Wild Animals Don’t Make Good PetsMost people agree that animals like big cats don’t make good pets. Dangerous carnivores and predators pose a severe threat […] View Article
