After Peanut the squirrel's death, what to know about NY wildlife regulations
The controversy over Peanut, the pet squirrel and social media sensation seized by the state Department of Environmental Conservation and euthanized last week, has raised questions about who can and should handle wildlife in New York.
Peanut the squirrel’s death and the conversation around it
Peanut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon were confiscated and euthanized that week, here’s how the incident became political.
NY agencies receive bomb threats following seizure, euthanasia of Peanut the Squirrel
It has not been announced that the bomb threats correlate with the seizure and euthanasia of Peanut the Squirrel.
Orphaned squirrel who became social media star euthanized after being seized from home
Peanut, whose owner runs an animal sanctuary, amassed tens of thousands of followers on Instagram, TikTok and other platforms.
Outrage Over Peanut the Squirrel’s Euthanization: A Call for Wildlife Protection
The story of Peanut, a beloved squirrel euthanized due to wildlife regulations in New York, ignites controversy among animal lovers.
Peanut the Squirrel owner denies using pet’s death to promote OnlyFans
On October 30, the Department of Environmental Conservation raided Longo’s house, where he lives with his wife Daniela, to seize Peanut and Fred, his rescued raccoon. According to the agency, they had received several complaints about illegally keeping animals in an unsafe environment. Both animals were subsequently euthanized.
New York's decision to seize, euthanize Peanut the Squirrel is a 'disgrace,' owner says
WATCH — Why people are angry about Peanut the squirrel’s death
Peanut was an orphaned squirrel in New York state that became a social media star. (Image credit: peanut_the_squirrel12/Instagram) New York’s environmental conservation agency got complaints that Longo was keeping wildlife illegally.
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Justice for Peanut the Squirrel and Fred the Raccoon
Peanut the Squirrel was a cherished pet of content creator Mark Longo, famous on Instagram for his adorable posts since 2017. In November 2024, Peanut and a raccoon named Fred were seized and ...
After 7 Years, P’Nut the Squirrel Is Taken Away and Euthanized
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COMMENTARY: All black, white animals have reputations
Out of the corner of your eye, you catch a glimpse of something moving in the bushes. Is it a squirrel stashing acorns for ...
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Animals that are all black or all white have reputations based on superstition − biases that have real effects
It’s a black cat out for its morning stroll. You pause for a second to decide your next move. Cross the street so the cat can ...