Latest Animals News from Russia

Passenger brings crocodile taxidermy from Vietnam to KrasnoyarskPassenger brings crocodile taxidermy from Vietnam to Krasnoyarsk
Passenger brings crocodile taxidermy from Vietnam to KrasnoyarskCustoms officers in Krasnoyarsk confiscated a taxidermied crocodile from a passenger arriving from Vietnam.
Neighbors Defend Stray Dog After Chita Resident's Capture CampaignNeighbors Defend Stray Dog After Chita Resident's Capture Campaign
Neighbors Defend Stray Dog After Chita Resident's Capture CampaignA Chita resident spent two years pushing for the capture of a stray dog living in her yard, but neighbors have now rallied to defend the animal after it was caught.
Wolves spotted in Baryshsky district of Ulyanovsk regionWolves spotted in Baryshsky district of Ulyanovsk region
Wolves spotted in Baryshsky district of Ulyanovsk regionResidents reported wolves approaching a road between the villages of Starotimoshkino and Kalda in the Ulyanovsk region. This follows previous sightings in neighboring districts.
Free Rabies Vaccination for Riazan Animals at 17 AddressesFree Rabies Vaccination for Riazan Animals at 17 Addresses
Free Rabies Vaccination for Riazan Animals at 17 AddressesDue to frequent rabies cases among animals, a free vaccination campaign will be held on February 1 in the Riazan district, as announced by the Riazan District Veterinary Station.
Record Number of Whooper Swans Winter in Altai KraiRecord Number of Whooper Swans Winter in Altai Krai
Record Number of Whooper Swans Winter in Altai KraiIn Altai Krai, a record 1,892 whooper swans have been counted this winter, with ornithologists observing other bird species in the region.
Waxwings Feast on Rowan Berries in Nizhny NovgorodWaxwings Feast on Rowan Berries in Nizhny Novgorod
Waxwings Feast on Rowan Berries in Nizhny NovgorodBright waxwings held a lively feast on rowan clusters in the city center, despite the frosty weather.
Waxwings Winter Feast on Rowan in Nizhny NovgorodWaxwings Winter Feast on Rowan in Nizhny Novgorod
Waxwings Winter Feast on Rowan in Nizhny NovgorodA flock of waxwings gathered on juicy rowan clusters in central Nizhny Novgorod, creating a vibrant winter scene captured by a photographer.
Irkutsk fox captured after roaming residential area, taken to zooIrkutsk fox captured after roaming residential area, taken to zoo
Irkutsk fox captured after roaming residential area, taken to zooA wild fox that had been spotted near residential buildings in Irkutsk since at least December has been captured by authorities and taken to a zoo for examination and rehabilitation.
Saiga Reaches 80 km/h in Orenburg Steppes After 20 YearsSaiga Reaches 80 km/h in Orenburg Steppes After 20 Years
Saiga Reaches 80 km/h in Orenburg Steppes After 20 YearsInspectors in the Svetlinsky biological reserve captured images of a saiga antelope, marking its first sighting in the area in two decades.
Elk Rescued from Pond in Yaroslavl OblastElk Rescued from Pond in Yaroslavl Oblast
Elk Rescued from Pond in Yaroslavl OblastLocal residents rescued an elk that fell into a pond in Yaroslavl Oblast. Specialists report the animal is now in stable condition.
Moose Falls into Pond, Rescue Underway in Yaroslavl RegionMoose Falls into Pond, Rescue Underway in Yaroslavl Region
Moose Falls into Pond, Rescue Underway in Yaroslavl RegionWhat is known about the moose's condition
Wolf Kills Dog in Village Near YaroslavlWolf Kills Dog in Village Near Yaroslavl
Wolf Kills Dog in Village Near YaroslavlIn Yaroslavl region, a wolf entered a village and killed a guard dog. Local authorities have organized a hunt for the predator.
Wolf mauls guard dog, Yaroslavl village residents alarmedWolf mauls guard dog, Yaroslavl village residents alarmed
Wolf mauls guard dog, Yaroslavl village residents alarmedThe Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is taking measures after a wolf killed a dog in a village, with a hunt organized and safety advice issued.
Wild lynx appears in a village near Nizhny Novgorod — videoWild lynx appears in a village near Nizhny Novgorod — video
Wild lynx appears in a village near Nizhny Novgorod — videoEnvironmental protection service workers captured the predator and returned it to the forest.
Lynx enters Nizhny Novgorod village, scares residentsLynx enters Nizhny Novgorod village, scares residents
Lynx enters Nizhny Novgorod village, scares residentsThe animal was returned to the forest.
Novosibirsk Zoo hand-rears cotton-top tamarin baby after mother rejects itNovosibirsk Zoo hand-rears cotton-top tamarin baby after mother rejects it
Novosibirsk Zoo hand-rears cotton-top tamarin baby after mother rejects itA baby cotton-top tamarin at Novosibirsk Zoo was hand-reared by specialists after its mother rejected it, spending its first 40 days under constant care.
Samara woman shelters wounded, frozen bird of preySamara woman shelters wounded, frozen bird of prey
Samara woman shelters wounded, frozen bird of preyA resident of Samara Oblast found an injured Eurasian sparrowhawk near her home and turned to social media for help. Concerned citizens in Syzran rallied to assist the bird, which is now receiving care.
Rabies quarantine lifted in Yakutia village after nearly a yearRabies quarantine lifted in Yakutia village after nearly a year
Rabies quarantine lifted in Yakutia village after nearly a yearA nearly year-long rabies quarantine has been lifted in Chokurdakh village, Yakutia, after domestic animals were affected by outbreaks identified last March.
Perm Shelter Looks for Home for Cat FizzyPerm Shelter Looks for Home for Cat Fizzy
Perm Shelter Looks for Home for Cat FizzyA cat named Fizzy, who lived in a box by Dynamo Stadium in Perm during the cold, needs surgery for ear tumors and a new home.
Tomsk Volunteers Save 25 Cats from Neglected HouseTomsk Volunteers Save 25 Cats from Neglected House
Tomsk Volunteers Save 25 Cats from Neglected HouseShocking images reveal the conditions in a home where an animal hoarder kept 25 cats for a month without care or heating.
Kind and charming leopard Amir dies at Chelyabinsk zooKind and charming leopard Amir dies at Chelyabinsk zoo
Kind and charming leopard Amir dies at Chelyabinsk zooLeopard Amir, who lived almost 16 years at Chelyabinsk Zoo, died after a sudden deterioration in health. Staff remember his kind nature and charm.
Leopard 'fought like a trooper' before death at Chelyabinsk ZooLeopard 'fought like a trooper' before death at Chelyabinsk Zoo
Leopard 'fought like a trooper' before death at Chelyabinsk ZooAmir, a nearly 16-year-old leopard, has died at Chelyabinsk Zoo after a rapid weight loss and health issues that recently alarmed staff.
Volgograd volunteers fight for white heron's lifeVolgograd volunteers fight for white heron's life
Volgograd volunteers fight for white heron's lifeA white heron, severely injured by hunters in Astrakhan, has been brought to Volgograd for rehabilitation. Volunteers from the 'Bird Island' center are trying to save the bird despite multiple injuries.
Ten shot, one survived: Volunteers fight for heron in VolgogradTen shot, one survived: Volunteers fight for heron in Volgograd
Ten shot, one survived: Volunteers fight for heron in VolgogradA white heron, injured by hunters, is being cared for by volunteers in Volgograd who deeply despise such acts.
Vladivostok Pet Shop 'Zoofarm' Accused of Animal CrueltyVladivostok Pet Shop 'Zoofarm' Accused of Animal Cruelty
Vladivostok Pet Shop 'Zoofarm' Accused of Animal CrueltyResidents of Vladivostok have accused the 'Zoofarm' pet shop of mistreating animals. The shop remains open as police investigate the claims.