SEOUL, May 9 (Korea Bizwire) — There are clear differences in personality depending on whether people like dogs or cats, a report showed Monday. Dog owners were more likely to be in a family household of three or four people, such as parents with middle or high schoolers, or working mothers, according to the report [...]
SEOUL, May 5 (Korea Bizwire) — The Supreme Court has ruled that a construction company is liable for damages after hundreds of parrots died due to the repeated effects of construction-induced noise and vibration. The court overturned the trial court’s ruling that Mr. A, a parrot breeder, was not entitled to a lawsuit for damages [...]
SEOUL, May 1 (Korea Bizwire) — As climate change drives mosquitoes to become less active in the summer and more active in the spring and fall, earlier measures are needed for mosquito control. According to data from the Seoul Metropolitan Government, the mosquito activity index (in parks) reached 36.17 points in April, entering the “concern” [...]
POHANG, May 1 (Korea Bizwire) — This morning, a pair of hoopoe birds were spotted feeding their young in an old-growth tree in the coastal village of Hwanyeo-dong, Pohang in Gyeongsangbuk-do. In Korea, the hoopoe is known as “houtouti” and is considered a rare and auspicious bird that brings good luck and wisdom. It’s easy to [...]
SEOUL, April 30 (Korea Bizwire) — In a display of community engagement, the Seoul Autonomous Police Committee held the highly anticipated “2023 Seoul Dog Patrol Team Launching Ceremony” on Sunday. With an impressive 700 teams in attendance, this innovative program combines the daily walks of dogs with crime prevention activities to spot and report crimes [...]
GANGNEUNG, April 30 (Korea Bizwire) — On a fine Saturday, the city of Gangneung, nestled in the heart of Gangwon Province, made a noble declaration to champion the cause of stray animals by harnessing the power of cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology. The city’s visionary plan involves creating immersive 3D images of the charming interior [...]
CHEONGJU, April 29 (Korea Bizwire) —One of two Siberian tigers born at Cheongju Zoo in North Chungcheong Province, South Korea, has passed away. The male tiger, named Hoboom, was born in 2007 and died at the age of 15. The zoo stated that Hoboom had been suffering from paralysis in his hind legs before his [...]
SEJONG, April 26 (Korea Bizwire) – Eurasian oystercatchers are struggling to breed due to the presence of photographers. These birds typically arrive at a mud flat in Gochang, North Jeolla Province, between late March and early April to breed. However, in recent times, photographers have been encroaching upon their habitat, preventing them from incubating their [...]
BUSAN, April 21 (Korea Bizwire) — The city government of Busan said Thursday it would provide free pet insurance to people who adopt abandoned dogs. The policy will offer one year of coverage to those who adopt a dog from a local animal protection or adoption center. The insurance will cover 60 percent of the [...]
SEOUL, April 20 (Korea Bizwire) — The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced on Wednesday that it would impose fines of up to 2 million won (US$1,510) on ships that approach dolphins or violate speed limits while observing them. The amendment bill to the Conservation and Management of Marine Ecosystems Act will impose a speed [...]