Gone from Spain, the Andalusian buttonquail could soon return to its former range. Eighteen birds bred from eggs collected in Morocco have arrived in Jerez, where their reproduction is intended to pave the way for a future reintroduction along the Andalusian coast.
The purchase of around ten tortoises and a lizard by foreign tourists for approximately 6,000 dirhams prompted an intervention in the medina of Marrakech. Seven shops are being investigated, and several reptiles as well as animal skins have been seized.
A new European regulation on veterinary antibiotics comes into force this Thursday, September 3. Morocco remains authorized to export four categories of products of animal origin, while several other sectors are not included on the European list.
Ahmed, 11, was seriously injured by a wild boar while playing football with friends in Charleroi. After the attack, the city organized a hunt with 25 hunters and is now preparing further operations.
Animal protection associations are denouncing new killings of stray dogs in several Moroccan cities, particularly in Tinghir. They are calling for an end to shootings and the implementation of sterilization and vaccination programs announced by authorities.
With rising temperatures, scorpions, snakes and other pests are moving closer to homes in Morocco. Professionals remind residents of the essential steps to reduce risks and avoid dangerous mistakes after a sting or bite.
The bill on stray animals is worrying animal rights defenders in Morocco. They fear that feeding, caring for or sheltering street dogs and cats in public spaces could expose citizens and volunteers to penalties.
Orlando Bloom shared his deep attachment to dogs in an interview with La Vanguardia. The British actor notably recalls Sidi, a dog rescued in Morocco during a film shoot, who became his companion for twelve years.
The government categorically rejects the introduction of a permit system for owning dangerous dogs. The Minister of Agriculture maintains the strict prohibition of these mastiffs, sweeping aside the regulation proposed to Parliament by PJD deputies.
Following a recent fatal accident, Moroccan associations are demanding urgent measures against nighttime camel wandering . Installing luminous devices on animals is emerging as an unprecedented solution to protect motorists, according to them.
Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) traveling to Morocco must be careful about certain products transported in their luggage. Animals, plants, books, telecommunications equipment or remote-controlled objects may be subject to special formalities upon entry into the country.
As Eid al-Adha approaches, the intense heat wave hitting Morocco is alarming experts. Extreme temperatures accelerate bacterial proliferation, multiplying the risks of meat deterioration and serious food poisoning cases.