Israel Nature and Parks Authority
Shell shocked: Israel Police rescue turtle struck by Iranian missile fragment
“I approached to deal with a weapons item that had fallen at the scene, and suddenly I saw the turtle with its shell damaged and bleeding,” Senior Sergeant A., the officer who found the turtle, said
Animal rights organization urges Nature and Parks Authority to cease shooting of stray dogs
Sperm whale found dead on Israeli beach near Gaza border, cause of death unknown
Herzliya mayor warns beaches may close after cliff collapses
Contaminated water in northern Israel leaves authorities worried
Samples taken from the streams in the Western and Lower Galilee and the Golan on June 20 and 21 indicated that the water has been contaminated.
Mayo to Med: Israel returns sea turtles after tar cleanup - Watch
Tube-fed mayonnaise served to expel oil that had been swallowed or inhaled by the snappers, while wipes and cotton buds were used to remove tar from animals' eyes, noses and mouths.
Over 70 tons of tar cleaned from Israel's beaches since oil spill
The country's northern beaches have proved harder to clean, due to their rockier terrain, which tar more easily clings to than sand.
Israel to offer free guided tours in new Tourism Ministry initiative
As the tourism ministry tries to recuperate, NIS 10m. have been allocated to providing free tours throughout the country.
IDF criticized for causing environmental damage during northern operation
"Despite the rigorous planning and preparation efforts taken in advance, the necessary steps for protecting the environment during the exercise were not taken," Gamliel wrote to Gantz.
Dolphins spotted swimming near the coast of Netanya - WATCH
The sighting featured an estimated 8 individuals, including two calves. The school was seen playing amidst the waves.
Giant manta ray spotted off the coast of Eilat
Adi Barash, Chair of the Sharks in Israel NGO, said that such sightings are rare in Eilat.
Hundreds of African frogs found illegally kept in shoe store
The amphibians were being kept for trade in a store posing as a cobbler.
Parks, trails packed on Shabbat, after Knesset votes to keep country open
Libraries, zoos, museums, pools and other tourist attractions were shut last weekend. However, on Thursday, the Knesset Coronavirus Committee voted in favor of keeping them open.
Two Palestinians arrested after trapping gazelle
The two were held for questioning and the gazelle was brought to a veterinary hospital for medical treatment.
