Although extremely rare in vertebrates, parthenogenesis (out of the Greek for "virgin birth") occurs in a number of lower animals.

BBC: NEWS | Science/Nature | Captive shark had 'virgin birth'

The Taxpayer's Alliance, which lobbies for lower taxes, has said animals should be rescued by animal charities.

BBC: Devon and Somerset fire crews to train in animal rescue

When gray wolves were listed under the Endangered Species Act in 1974, Minnesota hosted one of the only remaining populations of the animals in the lower 48 states.

CNN: Minnesota wolves considered for delisting

The Court of Appeals reversed lower courts, which had applied the usual liability test for injuries by domestic animals, such as dogs or even aggressive bulls, based on their vicious tendencies.

WSJ: Mend fences: NY court OKs suit over roaming cows