Animals

In just two weeks three people have died in Galicia from the sting of the Asian wasp, which has increased concern about this invasive species  also in the Basque Country . What should we do if we see the nest of the Asian wasp?  The black wasp dealer Oier Alberdi has given some advice on this complex issue.

The bird specimen called "Giselbert 916" is the first of its kind in the region and is part of a documented migration route through the Eremite Project.

The origin of this plague is in the works of Zorrozaurre, where rodents have had to change "residence" and cross across the river to find food. The Bilbao City Council has indicated that it is working to reduce the population of rats.

It is a passing crane (wild bird) found dead in a wetland in Arguedas, which, in any case, has not yet been positive on Navarre farms.

It has been spotted near Mount Maz, in the Anso Valley, on the border between Navarre and Aragon. In the past weeks the shepherds have complained about the appearanceof several dead sheep, and it was suspected that a bear was near.

If European regulations are very strict and the incidence of 1% is exceeded, it forces all livestock animals to be slaughtered, as has happened in the Bergara Bulls. 

Animal markets and gatherings shall be suspended for all species except dogs and cats, and measures shall be activated to control the movement of animals, disinfect vehicles and transport elements and remove insects. 

Every year, between October and November , Christmas Island, in the Indian Ocean, becomes the scene of one of the most amazing natural shows on the planet. Millions of red crabs leave the rainforest and nest in the sea.

in the ACV and Navarre the ban will be in force until 30 November and in the French Basque Country until the beginning of November. In any case, depending on the evolution of the epidemiological situation, they may decide to extend the ban in all territories. 

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On Friday, the Provincial Council of Bizkaia will meet with the livestock sector to report on these measures. However, they have sent a 'message of tranquillity' to the 'nearest fair', the Last Monday in Gernika on 27 October, where there are no cattle.

Scientists believe that climate change causes Iceland to have warmer autumn and spring, which has facilitated the emergence and survival of these common species mosquitoes.

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The City Council recommends "avoiding contact with dead or sick birds, their excrement or secretions".

The Eibar City Council, made up of PSE-EE and PNV, is considering establishing a "symbolic" registration fee for our animals, which in some municipalities of the Spanish state already charge between 10 and 50 euros for dog registration.

Primates expert, known as Lady Chimpance for her chimpanzee work, the Institute that bears her name has reported her natural death in California, USA.  

In 2024, two cases were diagnosed, the most frequent in the valleys of Ultzama, Larraun and Iza. In four cases, patients touched the bodies of rodents and in four others, had a recentbiteof ticks . In 2025 more than 60 cases have been confirmed in the Spanish State.

Established protection and surveillance areas affect municipalities Lemoiz, Bakio, Gorliz, Barrika, Sopela, Mungia, Maruri, Plentzia, Urduliz, 

Getxo, Berango, Gatika, Laukiz, Leioa, Erandio, Loiu and Derio.

Going to Finland at the age of four to track reindeer tracks, and now, at the age of 13, the young man from the Egüés Valley has been awarded the Young Scientific Explorer Award at the 'Oscars of Exploration' Awards, and Elvia Gomez has a great success on Instagram (@elvialarastreadora), telling about animal curiosities.