Timothy Gould+FollowGiant Turtle on the Loose in Korea?!A massive snapping turtle (yep, the invasive kind!) was accidentally set free in a Korean park after officials thought it was a local escapee. Now, they’re scrambling to recapture it before it wreaks havoc on the ecosystem. Turns out, these turtles can outcompete native species and even spread diseases. The wild part? This all happened because of a mix-up—so now the city’s changing its animal control rules to avoid another oops. Wild, right? #InvasiveSpecies #WildlifeNews #EcoAlert221Share
wmadden+FollowThis Pretty Flower Is Wrecking EcosystemsDid you know that those cute yellow flowers popping up by rivers might actually be destroying native wildflowers? Lesser celandine looks harmless but totally takes over, smothering trilliums, bluebells, and more before vanishing by summer—leaving bare soil and erosion behind. Experts say it’s super hard to get rid of because its roots stick around. If you spot it in your yard, swap it for native grasses or clover to help pollinators and save water. Wild, right? #InvasiveSpecies #EcoAlert #NativePlants #Home21Share
Michael Flores+FollowBirdwatchers Sound the Alarm at Local LakeDid you hear about Ukkadam Periyakulam Lake? Birders are freaking out because the place used to be a hotspot for over 100 bird species, but now it’s eerily quiet. All the new development—think zip lines, food stalls, and bright lights—is scaring the birds away. Species like the painted stork and green-winged teal are barely seen anymore. Experts say this isn’t just about birds; it’s a warning sign for the whole ecosystem. Urban upgrades are cool, but at what cost? #Birdwatching #EcoAlert #UrbanWildlife #Science30Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowAggressive Hornets Spotted in the UK!Rare yellow-legged Asian hornets have just been spotted in County Durham, and experts are freaking out. These guys are super aggressive and have already taken over France with over 500,000 nests! The big worry? They’re a major threat to honeybees and other pollinators, which could mess up the whole ecosystem. Officials are setting traps and want everyone to keep an eye out—but don’t get too close if you see one! Would you report a sighting or run the other way? #InvasiveSpecies #AsianHornet #EcoAlert #Science00Share
Tamara Jones+FollowTermite Hybrid Swarms Are Taking Over!Florida’s got a wild new problem: two invasive termite species are hooking up and creating super-destructive hybrids. Scientists have confirmed these hybrid swarms every year since 2021, and they’re worried it won’t stay just a Florida thing. These bugs form massive colonies, wreck buildings, and could spread fast. Plus, they mess with the ecosystem and even pump out planet-warming gases. Scientists are scrambling to study them, but for now, it’s a termite takeover! #InvasiveSpecies #FloridaNews #EcoAlert #Science10Share
Michael Flores+FollowWild Cats Are Eating Plastic?!Researchers found microplastics in every single fishing cat poop sample from India’s Sundarbans. Yep, these wild cats are literally pooping out plastic—fibers, beads, pellets, you name it. The plastics come from tourist trash, fishing nets, and city waste, and it’s not just hurting the cats. The whole food chain is contaminated, from crabs to humans. Losing these cats could mess up the ecosystem big time. Time to rethink all that single-use plastic! #PlasticPollution #WildlifeCrisis #EcoAlert #Science283Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowCosta Rica’s Iconic Beetle Is DisappearingCosta Rica’s famous May beetles—those buzzing bugs that signal the rainy season—are vanishing fast. Their numbers have dropped by a jaw-dropping 95% in just 40 years! Scientists blame hotter temps, more cities, and heavy pesticide use. Losing these beetles isn’t just sad for nostalgia—it’s a red flag for the whole planet, since insects keep our ecosystems running. Lawmakers are pushing for a pesticide ban, but will it be enough to save them? #Biodiversity #InsectDecline #CostaRica #EcoAlert #SaveTheBeetles #Science81Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowBirds Are Literally Crunching From PlasticWild, but also heartbreaking: scientists found birds on Lord Howe Island making actual crunching sounds—because their bodies are packed with plastic trash. One bird had 778 pieces inside! That’s up to 20% of their body weight, including bottle caps and even soy sauce fish bottles. You can feel the plastic from the outside. If this is happening on a remote island, imagine what’s going on everywhere else. Plastic pollution is way more intense than we thought. #PlasticPollution #WildlifeCrisis #EcoAlert #SaveOurPlanet #Science110Share
Michelle York+FollowWater Canals: The Hidden Wildlife TrapWho knew water canals could be such a nightmare for animals? Scientists are calling them 'silent killing machines' because so many creatures fall in and can’t get out—over 200 animals from 35 species in just six months! These canals also split up habitats, making it even harder for wildlife to survive. Some fixes like bridges exist, but they don’t work for everyone. It’s wild how something meant to help us is quietly hurting the planet. Would you have guessed? #WildlifeCrisis #EcoAlert #Conservation #SilentKillers #NatureMatters #Science110Share
Michelle York+FollowBats’ Junk Food Diet = Virus Trouble?!Wild discovery: When bats lose their natural food and switch to low-quality snacks (think sugary fruit instead of their usual diet), they shed more viruses for longer—upping the risk of diseases jumping to humans and animals. Researchers say habitat destruction and climate change are stressing bats out, making things worse. This could mean bigger outbreaks in the future if we don’t protect their habitats. Wild how what bats eat could impact us all! #WildlifeWednesday #EcoAlert #ScienceNews #ClimateAction #Bats #Science31Share
