This ancient game of nomads has been likened to a cross between horse racing and polo, while others see it as 'a hybrid of rugby and a Texas rodeo'.
Scientist and senator calls for thousands of Baikal's endemic seals to be hunted.
WWF starts project to breed Amur leopards and released them in the wild.
Her dog saved her by caring for Karina for nine days then returning home and guiding rescuers to her.
Amateur photographer who takes samurai sword for protection in lonely taiga captures the stunning majesty spreading its colours in the sky.
Animal rights organisation criticises 'savage' use of female body part as 'talisman', and other 'cures'.