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- 1North America's largest wildlife overpass cuts collisions by 91%●Largest wildlife overpass in North America reduced wildlife collision by 91%
North America's largest wildlife overpass has reportedly reduced animal-vehicle collisions by 91% since opening. The crossing allows animals such as deer and elk to safely pass over a busy highway, protecting both wildlife and drivers. The striking result is drawing wide attention online, with many praising it as proof that wildlife infrastructure works and calling for similar projects elsewhere.
- 2Colorado wildlife overpass cuts animal collisions by 91%▼Record-breaking wildlife overpass in Colorado brings 91% reduction in animal collisions
A record-breaking wildlife overpass in Colorado has delivered a 91% reduction in animal-vehicle collisions, according to reports. The structure allows animals to safely cross a busy roadway, protecting wildlife and drivers alike. It is being cited as evidence that wildlife crossings can dramatically reduce crashes and could serve as a model for other states considering similar infrastructure.
- 3Elephant smuggled from Nepal linked to leopard poaching probe▼Elephant smuggled from Nepal, trail points to NGO in leopard poaching probe
An elephant was allegedly smuggled into India from Nepal, and investigators following the animal's trail have found links to a non-governmental organisation as part of a wider leopard poaching probe, the Indian Express reports. The case connects wildlife trafficking across the India-Nepal border with illegal poaching activity, raising questions about the NGO's involvement.
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The largest international livestock crossing has reopened following a closure prompted by a screwworm outbreak. The reopening restores the movement of cattle and other animals across the border, a key route for the regional livestock trade. Producers and traders had faced disruptions while animal health authorities worked to contain the parasite, and the resumption is being welcomed as a return to normal operations for the sector.
- 5Greenland wildlife overpass cuts animal-vehicle collisions by 91%▼Greenland wildlife overpass has helped reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions by 91%
A wildlife overpass built at Greenland, in the Colorado Springs area, has reduced collisions between vehicles and wildlife by 91% since its construction, according to the Colorado Springs Gazette. The structure lets animals such as deer and elk cross the highway safely above traffic, protecting both drivers and animals along a busy corridor.
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Pew Charitable Trusts says that well-designed wildlife crossings would benefit communities. The organisation argues that thoughtfully planned overpasses and underpasses help animals move safely across roads, reducing collisions and supporting healthier habitats. People are currently discussing the appeal for better infrastructure that protects both wildlife and drivers.
- 7Work Begins Near Joshua Tree on Wildlife Crossings▼Work begins near Joshua Tree National Park to guide design of wildlife crossings
Work has started near Joshua Tree National Park in California on a project intended to guide the design of wildlife crossings. The effort aims to gather information that will help planners build structures allowing animals to move safely across roads, reducing collisions and habitat fragmentation around the park.
- 8Wildlife bridge in Douglas County shows success with elk and pronghorn●Elk and pronghorn are proving Douglas County's wildlife bridge is working
Elk and pronghorn are crossing a wildlife overpass in Douglas County, Colorado, demonstrating that the structure is doing its job of letting animals safely cross roads. Monitoring shows the species are using the bridge, a sign that such crossings can reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and keep migration routes connected along busy highways.
- 9Pew Applauds California's New Wildlife Crossing Law▼Pew Applauds California for Enacting Wildlife Crossing Measure
California has enacted a new wildlife crossing measure, a policy step that The Pew Charitable Trusts is publicly praising. The conservation organization commended the state for taking action to protect animals and motorists, though details of the legislation's provisions and funding have not been outlined in the available coverage.
- 10Deer viral disease detected in Wisconsin dairy cows▼Viral disease infecting thousands of Wisconsin deer found in Waukesha County dairy cows
A viral disease that has infected thousands of deer across Wisconsin has been found in dairy cows in Waukesha County, Wisconsin Public Radio reports. The finding raises concerns about the disease spreading among livestock and potential impacts on the state's dairy industry, a cornerstone of Wisconsin's economy. Experts are likely to examine what the detection means for animal health and food safety.
- 11Researcher tracks mule deer near 101 wildlife crossing▼Researcher talks about tracking mule deer near the 101 wildlife bridge
A researcher discussed efforts to track mule deer movements near the Highway 101 wildlife bridge in Ventura County, California. The crossing is designed to let wildlife safely pass over the busy freeway, and tracking data helps show whether deer and other animals are actually using it. The work offers insight into how infrastructure can reduce vehicle-wildlife collisions and reconnect habitats.
- 12Colorado's I-70 wildlife underpass is proving a success●Colorado's I-70 wildlife underpass is working. Take a look at the animals using it
Colorado's wildlife underpass along Interstate 70 is working, with cameras showing a range of animals using the crossing to safely pass beneath the busy highway. The structure is designed to reduce collisions between vehicles and wildlife while keeping migration routes open. Footage of the animals passing through is drawing wide attention as evidence that the investment is paying off.
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Caltrans has issued updated closure schedules for Agoura Road as construction continues on the wildlife crossing project in the Agoura Hills area of Southern California. Drivers are being advised of revised lane and road closures tied to the build, which aims to give animals a safe route across a busy freeway corridor. Residents and commuters are tracking the changes for travel planning.
- 14Deer to be tracked via GPS as 101 wildlife crossing opens▼Deer to be tracked via GPS, monitors as 101 wildlife crossing opens
A new wildlife crossing over the 101 freeway is opening, and officials plan to track deer movement with GPS collars and monitoring equipment to study how animals use the passage. The crossing is designed to reconnect habitat fragmented by the busy Southern California freeway, and researchers say tracking data will show whether deer and other wildlife adopt the new route.
- 15Did mammoth hunting drive early American migration?▼Did the craving for mammoth kabobs drive early American migration?
Oregon Public Broadcasting is asking whether a craving for mammoth meat helped drive the first human migration into the Americas. The question points to the long-standing debate over when and why early peoples crossed into North America, with some researchers suggesting hunting large Ice Age animals such as mammoths may have pulled hunter-gatherer groups eastward.
- 16LEGO retiring 34 video game sets including Sonic and Mario▼LEGO is retiring 34 video game sets this year including Sonic, Mario, and Animal Crossing
LEGO will retire 34 video game-themed building sets this year, according to Nintendo Wire. The affected lines include sets based on Sonic the Hedgehog, Super Mario, and Animal Crossing, meaning these products will be discontinued once current stock sells out. Fans of the licensed gaming sets are likely to watch for final availability and potential price changes as retirement dates approach.
- 17Wyoming Hunter Tags Rare Antelope-Mule Deer Crossbreed▼Hunter Tags Rare Antelope Mule Deer Crossbreed in Central Wyoming A Wyoming hunter has reportedly harvested what wildlife officials believe may be an extremely rare cross between a pronghorn antelope and a mule deer. The animal was taken Saturday
A hunter in central Wyoming has reportedly harvested an animal that wildlife officials believe may be an extremely rare crossbreed between a pronghorn antelope and a mule deer. The animal was taken on Saturday. Such hybrids are exceptionally uncommon, as the two species differ genetically, and officials are expected to examine the animal to confirm its unusual parentage.
- 1834 video game Lego sets retiring at year's end▼34 video game Lego sets are retiring at the end of the year, including Animal Crossing, Horizon and Sonic sets
Lego is retiring 34 video game-themed sets by the end of the year, including sets based on Animal Crossing, Horizon and Sonic the Hedgehog. Once sets retire, they typically disappear from stores and can rise in value on the secondary market. Fans and collectors are now rushing to buy their favourites before they are discontinued.
- 19Vintage Violence Producers Partner With Japanese Anime Studio Genco▼‘Vintage Violence’ Producers Spacemaker & Barravento Strike Partnership With Japanese Anime Studio Genco
Spacemaker and Barravento, the production companies behind 'Vintage Violence', have struck a partnership with Japanese anime studio Genco. The deal, reported by Deadline, signals growing collaboration between Western producers and Japanese animation houses. Details of the projects covered by the agreement have not yet been announced.
- 20Joshua Tree wildlife crossings planned in Mojave Desert▼Joshua Tree wildlife crossings planned in California’s Mojave Desert to curb wildlife-vehicle collisions;
New wildlife crossings are being planned around Joshua Tree in California's Mojave Desert, aimed at reducing collisions between vehicles and animals such as desert bighorn sheep and tortoises. The structures would let wildlife safely cross roads cut through their habitat, protecting both animals and motorists in one of the state's busiest desert corridors.
- 21My 9 Games meme circulates Mastodon again●Looks like the My 9 Games link is going around Mastodon again today. Above in this thread are mine with some commentary.
Mastodon users are once more sharing their 'My 9 Games' lists, a recurring format where players name nine formative or favorite games with brief commentary. One participant highlighted Animal Crossing: New Horizons as their gateway to cozy games and said they would now add Pokopia to the list.
- 22Rope Bridges Installed to Protect Wildlife on Costa Rica Coast Road▼Rope Bridges Installed to Reduce Wildlife Runovers on Stretch Between Dominical and Uvita
Rope bridges have been installed along the road stretch between Dominical and Uvita on Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast to reduce wildlife being run over by vehicles. The bridges give monkeys and other animals a safe way to cross above the road, where traffic has fragmented forest habitat and led to frequent roadkill, particularly among primates moving between trees.
- 23Nintendo manga in English: which translations stand out?●Surprisingly, there's not as much Nintendo Manga as there could be in English. But out of all of them, what's your pick?
Fans are noting that relatively little Nintendo manga has been officially translated into English, despite the company's huge roster of game franchises. A discussion thread invites readers to pick their favourites from the limited English releases available, with people likely weighing titles based on Zelda, Kirby, Animal Crossing and other adaptations of the company's games.
- 24Wildlife crossings planned near Joshua Tree to protect desert animals●Joshua Tree wildlife crossings planned in California’s Mojave Desert to curb wildlife-vehicle collisions; two State Route 62 structures to protect bighorn sheep, mountain lions and bobcats with $6 million-plus funding
Two wildlife crossing structures are planned along State Route 62 in California's Mojave Desert, near Joshua Tree, with more than $6 million in funding. The projects aim to reduce collisions between vehicles and wildlife, protecting bighorn sheep, mountain lions and bobcats that move across the busy desert highway. The crossings are part of a broader push in California to reconnect fragmented habitats and make roads safer for both animals and drivers.