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March 29, 2024 at 1:07 AM

Raccoons caught walking on front paws outside home

Home surveillance footage from Colorado captured the remarkable sight of raccoons casually walking about on their front paws.
March 29, 2024 at 1:07 AM
Raccoons caught walking on front paws outside home
March 28, 2024 at 8:57 PM

Wild birth of critically endangered black rhino in Kenya dubbed a 'conservation success' by wildlife researchers

A baby Eastern Black rhino has been born in Kenya, an event wildlife researchers are dubbing as a conservation success for the critically endangered species.
March 28, 2024 at 8:57 PM
Why the wild birth of a black rhino in Kenya is being dubbed a 'conservation success'
March 28, 2024 at 8:38 PM

Rare eastern black rhino born in the wild 

There are currently only 1,000 eastern black rhinos living in the wild.
March 28, 2024 at 8:38 PM
Rare eastern black rhino born in the wild 
March 28, 2024 at 12:00 AM

German zoo hosts Easter egg hunt for animals

Bears, macaques and mongooses at a zoo in Germany were treated to a festive surprise on Wednesday — their very own Easter egg hunt.
March 28, 2024 at 12:00 AM
German zoo hosts Easter egg hunt for animals
March 27, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Zoo releases final necropsy results on Flaco the owl's death

The final results of a necropsy done on Flaco the beloved New York City owl were released on Monday afternoon.
March 27, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Zoo releases final necropsy results on Flaco the owl's death
March 26, 2024 at 3:42 PM

Dairy cattle in Texas and Kansas test positive for bird flu

Federal officials say milk from dairy cows in Texas and Kansas has tested positive for bird flu
March 26, 2024 at 3:42 PM
March 26, 2024 at 12:28 AM

Mountain lion attacks brothers

Taylor Brooks was killed and Wyatt Brooks suffered severe injuries to his face while they were walking on a dirt road in El Dorado County, California.
March 26, 2024 at 12:28 AM
Mountain lion attacks brothers
March 25, 2024 at 11:19 AM

1st fatal California mountain lion attack in 20 years leaves 1 man dead and his brother injured

A weekend outing to the Northern California woods took a horrific turn for two brothers when a mountain lion attacked them, killing one.
March 25, 2024 at 11:19 AM
Rare mountain lion attack leaves 1 brother dead, authorities say
March 25, 2024 at 1:20 AM

Mountain lion attack in Northern California

On Saturday, the El Dorado Sheriff's Office responded to a mountain lion attack that left one dead and one injured.
March 25, 2024 at 1:20 AM
Mountain lion attack in Northern California
March 24, 2024 at 9:06 PM

1 dead, 1 injured after mountain lion attack in California

Officials said it was the first fatal attack by a cougar in California in 20 years.
March 24, 2024 at 9:06 PM
1 dead, 1 injured after mountain lion attack in California
March 23, 2024 at 2:02 AM

Orphaned bobcat kittens welcomed at New Orleans zoo

Two orphaned bobcat kittens are settling into their new home at the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, Louisiana. The zoo says they are “full of energy and curiosity for their new surroundings."
March 23, 2024 at 2:02 AM
Orphaned bobcat kittens welcomed at New Orleans zoo
March 22, 2024 at 5:23 PM

New 270-million-year-old amphibian species could help explain evolution of frogs

Researchers at the Smithsonian have discovered a new ancient species of amphibians that could help explain how modern-day frogs evolved.
March 22, 2024 at 5:23 PM
New 270-million-year-old amphibian species could help explain evolution of frogs
March 21, 2024 at 4:05 PM

Videos show terrifying moment bull elephant lifts safari truck

The safari guide who warded off the aggressive elephant praised by wildlife experts.
March 21, 2024 at 4:05 PM
Videos show terrifying moment bull elephant lifts safari truck
March 21, 2024 at 3:05 PM

Elephant caught on camera attacking safari truck

Frightened tourists were seen ducking between seats during a tense standoff between a safari driver and a bull elephant at Pilanesberg National Park in South Africa.
March 21, 2024 at 3:05 PM
Elephant caught on camera attacking safari truck
March 20, 2024 at 10:56 PM

Game warden comes face-to-face with large black bear

A game warden was called to a Pennsylvania home to deal with a large black bear that broke into one family's car, as the car owners watched on from a distance.
March 20, 2024 at 10:56 PM
Game warden comes face-to-face with large black bear
March 20, 2024 at 10:14 PM

Man pleads guilty in eagle ‘killing spree’ on reservation to sell feathers on black market

A Washington state man accused of helping kill thousands of birds has pleaded guilty to shooting eagles on an American Indian reservation in Montana and selling their feathers and body parts on the black market
March 20, 2024 at 10:14 PM
March 20, 2024 at 7:34 PM

A New York man's pet alligator was seized after 30 years. Now, he wants Albert back

The owner of an 34-year-old alligator seized by conservation officers near Buffalo is fighting for its return
March 20, 2024 at 7:34 PM
A New York man's pet alligator was seized after 30 years. Now, he wants Albert back
March 20, 2024 at 7:26 PM

Ancient crocodile ancestor that predates dinosaurs identified

Researchers said the 215-million-year-old crocodile is also known as aetosaurs.
March 20, 2024 at 7:26 PM
Ancient crocodile ancestor that predates dinosaurs identified
March 20, 2024 at 6:58 PM

215 million-year-old crocodile ancestor that pre-dates dinosaurs identified

Aetosaurs are a species likened to modern crocodiles that lived during the Triassic Period, 229 million to 200 million years ago.
March 20, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Crocodile's 215 million-year-old ancestor pre-dates dinosaurs
March 20, 2024 at 1:47 PM

French bulldog revealed as most popular dog breed by American Kennel Club

For the second year in a row, the French bulldog has claimed the top spot.
March 20, 2024 at 1:47 PM
American Kennel Club reveals most popular dog breeds
March 19, 2024 at 11:54 PM

Cougar attack survivors speak out

Keri Bergere, who was attacked and pinned down by her face, Annie Bilotta and Tisch Williams join ABC News Live to discuss the incident, and how a routine bike ride became the fight of their lives.
March 19, 2024 at 11:54 PM
Cougar attack survivors speak out
March 19, 2024 at 6:19 AM

Authorities seize alligator kept illegally in New York home's swimming pool

A man is fighting to keep his pet alligator, named "Albert," after New York state officials said it was seized from his home where it was being kept illegally.
March 19, 2024 at 6:19 AM
Authorities seize alligator kept illegally in New York home's swimming pool
March 18, 2024 at 8:19 AM

Rescued tiger cub intrigued by tiger documentary

Lily, a tiger cub rescued by the Oakland Zoo, was seen curiously watching a documentary about tigers. The zoo said she was “learning about her own kind.”
March 18, 2024 at 8:19 AM
Rescued tiger cub intrigued by tiger documentary
March 17, 2024 at 2:27 PM

From Frenchies to rescue cats, New York's trauma center for animals takes the most complex cases

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York City is one of a handful of veterinary hospitals across the country that is equipped to handle the most complicated cases
March 17, 2024 at 2:27 PM
New York's trauma center for animals takes the most complex cases
March 17, 2024 at 2:58 AM

80-year-old man pleads guilty to genetically engineering giant hybrid sheep in 'audacious scheme,' DOJ announces

Schubarth trafficked large sheep from Kyrgyzstan to clone embryos and illegally inseminate female sheep to create hybrids.
March 17, 2024 at 2:58 AM
80-year-old man pleads guilty to genetically engineering giant hybrid sheep, says DOJ
March 16, 2024 at 2:53 AM

Harlequin lambs make debut at Central Park Zoo

An energetic pair of harlequin lambs made their debut at New York City’s Central Park Zoo on Friday. The two, named Bobbin and Sage, are seven and three weeks old, respectively.
March 16, 2024 at 2:53 AM
Harlequin lambs make debut at Central Park Zoo
March 15, 2024 at 7:13 PM

International dog show allows rescue dogs to compete

Stream “The Secret Life of Dancing Dogs,” the six-part dog-useries on Hulu and Disney+, to see which dog dancing team are crowned the winner.
March 15, 2024 at 7:13 PM
International dog show allows rescue dogs to compete
March 15, 2024 at 12:35 PM

'Bee invasion' leads to suspended tennis match at BNP Paribas Open

Bees swarmed the primary showcourt during the quarter-final match between Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Germany's Alexander Zverev.
March 15, 2024 at 12:35 PM
'Bee invasion' leads to suspended tennis match at BNP Paribas Open
March 14, 2024 at 9:18 PM

Dog deaths revive calls for end to Iditarod, the endurance race with deep roots in Alaska tradition

For the past five years, Alaska’s annual Iditarod sled dog race has gone off mostly free of controversy, as teams of dogs and their masters braved the elements in the 1,000-mile test of endurance across the frozen wilderness
March 14, 2024 at 9:18 PM
March 14, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Florida sheriff's deputy harassed by feisty turkey

Authorities in Florida say this sheriff's deputy "ruffled a few feathers" after being approached by an "irritated" turkey during a traffic stop.
March 14, 2024 at 9:02 PM
Florida sheriff's deputy harassed by feisty turkey
March 14, 2024 at 6:49 PM

Why an Alabama bay has seen an increase of bull sharks

Bull sharks are one of the most aggressive species of shark in the world.
March 14, 2024 at 6:49 PM
Why an Alabama bay has seen an increase of bull sharks
March 14, 2024 at 5:44 PM

Playing with dogs could make you happier, study finds

A new small study, published in the Plos One journal, suggests that playing with dogs can lead to stress reduction, stimulate brain activity and help with concentration.
March 14, 2024 at 5:44 PM
Playing with dogs could make you happier, study finds
March 14, 2024 at 3:38 PM

Warmer sea surface temperatures have led to a bull shark population increase, scientists say

The number of bull sharks -- one of the most aggressive species of shark in the world -- increased significantly in a 20-year period, and warmer sea water is to blame.
March 14, 2024 at 3:38 PM
Why an Alabama bay has seen an increase in bull sharks in the last 2 decades
March 14, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Python farming could offer one of the most sustainable sources of meat in the world, according to a new study

Python meat could offer a form of meat much less carbon intensive than the current options, according to researchers who studied python farms in Southeast Asia.
March 14, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Why python meat is one of the most sustainable meat sources available, scientists say
March 14, 2024 at 2:57 PM

100-year-old giant alligator snapping turtle disappears on North Carolina highway to reptile expo

Dan Hemby, the turtle's owner, says it vanished from Hemby's vehicle Sunday while traveling from Jacksonville, North Carolina, to the Durham Reptile Expo.
March 14, 2024 at 2:57 PM
100-year-old giant alligator snapping turtle disappears on highway to reptile expo
March 13, 2024 at 1:53 AM

Caretakers at wildlife center wear fox mask to help comfort orphaned pup

Caretakers at a Virginia wildlife center are doing their best to comfort an orphaned fox pup -- even by wearing a red fox mask at feeding time.
March 13, 2024 at 1:53 AM
Caretakers at wildlife center wear fox mask to help comfort orphaned pup
March 12, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Crocodile bites man swimming to shore after boat capsizes in Florida Everglades

A 68-year-old man was bitten by a crocodile after his boat capsized in the Florida Everglades and he tried to swim to shore while his boat was sinking.
March 12, 2024 at 7:39 PM
Crocodile bites man swimming to shore after boat capsizes in Florida Everglades
March 12, 2024 at 3:35 PM

This farm's golden retriever experience is a dog lover's dream destination

Golden Dog Farm offers a "happy" hour where guests can play with at least ten golden retrievers for 90 minutes.
March 12, 2024 at 3:35 PM
This farm's golden retriever experience is a dog lover's dream destination
March 12, 2024 at 12:02 AM

Man attacked by crocodile after boat capsized

A 68-year-old man was hospitalized after a crocodile allegedly attacked him after his boat capsized in the Florida.
March 12, 2024 at 12:02 AM
Man attacked by crocodile after boat capsized
March 7, 2024 at 5:29 AM

Partially paralyzed dog celebrates 13th birthday in style

Scooty was showered with over 100 balloons for her birthday, all donated by her various social media admirers and followers, with personalized messages on them.
March 7, 2024 at 5:29 AM
Partially paralyzed dog celebrates 13th birthday in style
March 7, 2024 at 5:24 AM

Gang of bears steal trash can from driveway

A group of bears was caught on camera seemingly coordinating the theft of a garbage can from a Connecticut driveway.
March 7, 2024 at 5:24 AM
Gang of bears steal trash can from driveway
March 5, 2024 at 1:46 AM

Horses stop Cleveland traffic

A pair of horses riding opposite traffic caused a scene on I-90 in Ohio.
March 5, 2024 at 1:46 AM
Horses stop Cleveland traffic
1 month ago

Precious cat and dog love holding each other while they sleep

Ginger and Harry take the cutest naps on the planet.
1 month ago
Precious cat and dog love holding each other while they sleep
1 month ago

How scientists discovered 7,000 humpback whale deaths using AI technology: Study

A study has found that a marine heatwave may have led to the decline of humpback whales.
1 month ago
How scientists discovered 7,000 humpback whale deaths using AI technology: Study
1 month ago

How AI helped ID and geolocate humpback whales in the Pacific

A team of researchers crowdsourced images from over 4,000 contributors in the largest photo identification study of a cetacean.
1 month ago
How AI helped ID and geolocate humpback whales in the Pacific
1 month ago

To protect and... herd? Police in Texas help round up escaped goats

Video captured by a driver in Texas shows police stepping in to help round up dozens of goats that escaped their enclosure and wandered through residential neighborhoods on Tuesday.
1 month ago
To protect and... herd? Police in Texas help round up escaped goats
1 month ago

Rhino poaching on the rise in South Africa, new figures show

Nearly 500 rhinos were killed in South Africa last year.
1 month ago
Rhino poaching on the rise in South Africa, new figures show
1 month ago

'Can't be quiet anymore': SeaQuest aquariums have issues, some former employees say

SeaQuest says the top priority of its shopping mall aquariums is animal health and safety, but some advocates, parents and former employees are raising red flags.
1 month ago
Advocates, former employees and parents speak out about SeaQuest mall aquariums
1 month ago

Alaska's king salmon fishing industry caught in killer whale lawsuit

Alaska's king salmon, also known as Chinook, are vital to the state's rural economy but are also the primary prey for a group of starving orcas in the Salish Sea.
1 month ago
Alaska's king salmon fishing industry caught in killer whale lawsuit
1 month ago

Grey seal born at Brookfield Zoo

The seal pup is one of just 22 grey seals in accredited zoos in the U.S.
1 month ago
Grey seal born at Brookfield Zoo