Japan Culls Record 14,000 Bears Amid Surge in Human Attacks

Fukushima, Japan—Moments of panic unfolded this week as a wild bear wandered into a residential area near the city’s former nuclear plant, reigniting concerns over human-wildlife conflict in a region still grappling with the aftermath of the 2011 disaster. While the incident itself was isolated, it comes amid a broader—and alarming—surge in bear attacks across … Read more

Japan’s Resilience: Zoo Animals Weather Earthquake Aftermath

A Viral Sensation Finds His Place: Baby Monkey ‘Punch’ Thrives at Ichikawa Zoo Ichikawa, Japan – The story of ‘Punch,’ a baby Japanese macaque who captured hearts worldwide after forming an unlikely bond with a stuffed orangutan, continues to unfold with heartwarming developments. Recent reports from Ichikawa Zoo indicate the young primate is now integrating … Read more