Prague finalizes ban on street performances with animals
A new city ordinance will prohibit buskers from performing with animals, but broader restrictions on beggars using animals face legal hurdles.
New animal species are appearing in Czechia's Krkonoše mountains
Yellow sac spiders and praying mantises have been recorded in the area for the first time, and the European moose has also reappeared.
Czech dogs are helping fight animal poaching in the Republic of the Congo
Specially-trained dogs from Czechia have been helping detect illegal poaching for the past decade, with Avatar joining the efforts later this year.
Prague Zoo opens immersive new VR center for visitors
The first of its kind in a Czech zoo, the VR exhibitions – including shaking and tilting seats – aim to bring the wildlife experience closer to people.
Prague wants to ban the homeless and street performers from using animals
The city's Deputy Mayor Jiří Pospíšil says that keeping pets on the street is bad for their wellbeing and also dangerous to passers-by.
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Prague Zoo opens new enclosure for Indian crested porcupines
From today, visitors to the zoo will be able to see the porcupines for the first time in two years with the unveiling of their new enclosure.
Czech police confirm presence of bear in Moravia, issue warning
A bear sighting by a hiker near Zlín on Saturday has been confirmed by the presence of tracks as police issue a warning to those traveling in the area.
Famed primatologist Jane Goodall to visit Prague, baptize baby gorilla
Later this week, renowned primatologist and conservationist Jane Goodall will visit Prague Zoo to baptize the zoo's baby gorilla and deliver a lecture
Herds of cows, sheep, and goats return to graze Prague's nature reserves
The Czech capital's eco-friendly grazing efforts are back with renewed vigor this year as six herds of animals enjoy the city's protected reserves.
Czech president inaugurates Prague Zoo's new Mongolian Gobi exhibit
The exhibit features iconic Przewalski's horses, integral to the zoo's rewilding efforts, alongside Mongolian wildlife like "grumpy" Pallas's cats.
Ewe kidding me? Prague man trapped in home by rogue ram
Police officers in Prague 14 responded to a most unusual call this week after a man told them a ram wouldn't allow him to leave his own home.
Meet Mobi: Prague Zoo's newborn gorilla officially named
Following a public poll, Prague Zoo introduced its six-week-old female gorilla during an official naming ceremony on Saturday afternoon.
Happy birthday, Šiška! Prague Zoo's baby pangolin turns one
The first pangolin born in Europe turned one year old on February 2, and Prague Zoo is celebrating with a weekend dedicated to young Šiška.
Prague Zoo's lone polar bear Tom to relocate to Kazakhstan
The longtime resident, who has been living in Prague since 2009, will head to Almaty Zoo following the death of partner Berta last September.
Bird Watch 2024: Czech avian experts seek public help this weekend
Residents who have an hour to spare are encouraged to participate in the annual Bird Watch event that charts the Czech Republic's avian populations.
Missing kangaroo returns to Czech zoo after a year on the run
Dobby the kangaroo, suspected to have been stolen from Skalka Family Park Ostrava last year, has made a miraculous pre-Christmas return.
Capybara, capybara, capybara! World's favorite rodent returns to Prague Zoo
Achieving online fame for their gregarious lifestyle and water-loving ways, capybara fans will be thrilled to visit these 'water pigs' in Prague.
