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Record-Breaking 2024 Nesting Season
In collaboration with Nonsuch Expeditions, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] said they are :delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024 nesting season for the Bermuda Petrel, also known as the Cahow.” “Although we fell just short of the 2021 record of 78 fledged chicks, with 76 this year throughout... Read more of this article
Nonsuch Expeditions Receives $25K Award
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund [MBZF] has awarded Nonsuch Expeditions a $25,000 Chairman’s Award for their ongoing work on Nonsuch Island including conserving the endangered Bermuda petrel. A spokesperson said, “At the wrap up of another record-breaking nesting season for the critically endangered, red-listed Bermuda petrel,... Read more of this article
Appeal To Locate Missing Cat ‘Cinnamon’
The owner of a cat named Cinnamon is appealing for assistance in locating their pet, which went missing in the Tee Street area on Tuesday, June 18. A missing poster says, “Cinnamon went missing in the Tee Street area on Tuesday, June 18. She is a small ginger cat with sores on her head. She is very scared and has never been away from home [she lives... Read more of this article
BUEI & Audubon Society To Host Cahow Lecture
In collaboration with the Bermuda Audubon Society, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will be hosting a new ‘BUEI Talks’ presentation A spokesperson said, “This lecture, titled “Return of the Cahow: New Research Unveils the Mysteries of Bermuda’s National Bird,” will be held on Thursday, June 27th from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. “The... Read more of this article
Senator: ‘Public Have Seen Very Little Action’
“I am hopeful that in the coming weeks we will finally get some movement on this critical issue before another person or beloved pet is attacked by an out-of-control dog,” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker said. Senator Tucker said, “Last Wednesday in the Senate, the Junior Minister of Home Affairs, Senator Lindsay Simmons, responded... Read more of this article
New US CDC Measures For Dogs Effective Aug 1
The Ministry of Home Affairs advised the public that effective August 1, 2024, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] will implement new border protection measures to reduce the risk of rabies-infected dogs entering the USA. A Government spokesperson said, “The USA continues to view Bermuda as a low-risk jurisdiction,... Read more of this article
BUEI To Feature Frogfish At Kids Hour Event
The mystifying Frog Fish will be the focus for The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] ‘Kids Hour Saturdays’ on June 15th. A spokesperson said, “Kids Hours Saturdays’ [KHS] takes place every third Saturday of the month at 11am and 2pm respectively. Each hour features the screening of short films followed by a book reading... Read more of this article
SPCA Urges Pet Owners To Ensure Pet Safety
As the summer season continues, the Bermuda SPCA is reminding pet owners about the importance of keeping their pets safe during outdoor activities. A spokesperson said, “With the heat and increased outdoor time, pets face various risks such as heatstroke, dehydration, and paw pad burns.” “Tips for Keeping Pets Safe: Hydration: Always... Read more of this article
City Urges Dog Owners To Clean Up
The City of Hamilton is reminding dog owners to please pick up after their pet, saying it is “disheartening when we hear reports of people’s encounters with dog waste on our streets.” A spokesperson said, “It is an offence under the Dogs Act 2008 not to clean up after your dog, and offenders will be liable to fines. Subject to subsections... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Cute Frog Watercolor
Indulge in the charm of this adorable frog against a watercolor backdrop, showcased in the latest installment of Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Longtails At Cooper’s Island
The photo gallery below shows a look at some of breathtaking beauty of Bermuda’s longtails, with a number of them recently seen in Cooper’s Island in the East End. The Bermuda Department of Environment and Natural Resources describes the longtail by saying, “The White-tailed Tropicbird is almost always known in Bermuda has the ‘Longtail’... Read more of this article
Animal Wardens Complete ACCA Training
The Ministry of Home Affairs advised that Officers from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ Animal Control Section recently completed a specialized Basic Animal Control Officer Certification training provided by the Animal Control and Care Academy [ACCA]. Applying one of several dog muzzle types. A Government spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
Bermuda SPCA Appoints New Leadership Team
The Bermuda Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] announced the appointment of Kim White as President, LaKeitha Cunningham as Vice President, and April Augustus as Executive Director. A spokesperson said, “Kim White brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to animal welfare to his new role as President. With a background... Read more of this article
New System For BZS Aqua Camp Registration
As part of their ongoing efforts to improve access to summer Aqua Camps, the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] has made significant changes to the online registration process. A spokesperson said, “For the 2024 Aqua Camps, registration will be conducted through a lottery process, rather than on a “first come, first served” basis. The online... Read more of this article
BUEI Talks: ‘A Big Year For Birds In Bermuda’
In collaboration with the Bermuda Audubon Society, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will host the BUEI Talk: ‘2023: A Big Year for Birds in Bermuda’ presented by Dr. Miguel Mejias on Thursday, February 8th at 7:30pm at the Tradewinds Auditorium A spokesperson said, “During his informative talk, Dr. Mejias will present his... Read more of this article
Video: Sea Turtle ‘Scotti’ Released Into Wild
After being discovered “disoriented and cold-stunned” in Canada last November, a green sea turtle named ‘Scotti’ has been successfully rehabilitated in Bermuda and released back into the wild. The Bermuda Zoological Society posted the video below on Instagram and said, “A disoriented and cold-stunned green sea turtle found... Read more of this article
