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Feb 18, 2025, 1:57 PM

Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West Africa
The illegal trade of lion and leopard parts is growing in Senegal and threatening the lion's survival across West Africa

Feb 18, 2025, 1:57 PM

Feb 18, 2025, 4:57 PM

Young seal rescued after being found on snowy city streets
Police officers in New Haven, Connecticut, were tasked with rescuing the seal.

Feb 18, 2025, 4:57 PM

Feb 18, 2025, 3:43 PM

What scientists learned from a well-preserved fossil of this iconic Jurassic-era species
The discovery of a well-preserved fossil is helping researchers learn more about an iconic Jurassic-period species.

Feb 18, 2025, 3:43 PM

Feb 18, 2025, 3:51 PM

Venomous snake found in box of grocery store bananas
An 18-inch Ornate Cat-eyed snake was found in a box of bananas at a New Hampshire grocery store on Friday, according to Rainforest Reptile Shows.

Feb 18, 2025, 3:51 PM

Feb 18, 2025, 2:44 PM

Sea turtles return to the Atlantic Ocean off Florida after being stunned by the cold
Eight green sea turtles stunned by the cold during a rare snowfall in Florida have been released back into the Atlantic Ocean

Feb 18, 2025, 2:44 PM

Feb 17, 2025, 11:59 AM

Fish species thought to be extinct for 85 years rediscovered
Researchers have rediscovered a rare fish species presumed to be extinct after it was not seen for more than eight decades.

Feb 17, 2025, 11:59 AM

Feb 14, 2025, 1:50 PM

Beluga calf in Chicago is meeting the aquarium's pod and will soon be named
A beluga calf born in July is growing and meeting the other members of Shedd Aquarium's pod in Chicago

Feb 14, 2025, 1:50 PM

Feb 13, 2025, 5:28 PM

Priced out of store-bought eggs? Rent a chicken.
Due to rising bird flu infections across the United States, an egg shortage has left many Americans scrambling. One solution: renting chickens.

Feb 13, 2025, 5:28 PM

Feb 13, 2025, 2:00 PM

How marine biologists are using elephant seals as nature's 'artificial intelligence'
Marine biologists at the University of California Santa Cruz have tagged thousands of northern elephant seals with smart sensors.

Feb 13, 2025, 2:00 PM

Feb 13, 2025, 1:04 PM

Blood samples show previous bird flu infection in veterinarians who didn't realize they were exposed: CDC
A new CDC report found evidence of previous bird flu infection in veterinary practitioners who work with cattle and who did not know they had been exposed.

Feb 13, 2025, 1:04 PM

Feb 12, 2025, 12:27 PM

Throw your ex to the wolves (not literally) this Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, revenge has never tasted sweeter, thanks to a Pennsylvania wildlife sanctuary’s fundraising event where you can feed your ex's name to the wolves.

Feb 12, 2025, 12:27 PM

Feb 12, 2025, 8:01 AM

Rat birth control and 'Rat Walks' among new initiatives to curb NYC’s rat population
ABC News looks at New York City’s fight against rats as city officials and residents take matters into their own hands, uncovering new methods to curb the rat population.

Feb 12, 2025, 8:01 AM

Feb 11, 2025, 11:22 AM

Monty the giant schnauzer wins Westminster dog show
A giant schnauzer named Monty has won the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show

Feb 11, 2025, 11:22 AM

Feb 11, 2025, 7:13 PM

Fugitive dog recaptured in New Orleans after gaining national fame for escapades
A scruffy New Orleans rescue dog famed for evading a monthslong effort to recapture him using nets and tranquilizer rifles has been caught and returned to domestic life

Feb 11, 2025, 7:13 PM

Feb 9, 2025, 12:30 PM

Pair of rare black wolves caught on camera in Polish forest by wildlife researchers
Two rare black wolves have been spotted on camera crossing a stream in a Polish forest

Feb 9, 2025, 12:30 PM

Feb 8, 2025, 11:54 PM

What makes a dog a winner? A Westminster Kennel Club judge explains
Every dog at this week's Westminster Kennel Club show is a champion

Feb 8, 2025, 11:54 PM

Feb 7, 2025, 2:48 AM

The number of snakes removed from this Australian yard will make you shudder
A man described feeling “the shudders” as more than 100 venomous red-bellied black snakes were removed from a pile of mulch in his Sydney backyard

Feb 7, 2025, 2:48 AM

Feb 7, 2025, 12:20 AM

Dog Show 101: What's what at the Westminster Kennel Club
The Westminster Kennel Club dog show is back for a 149th year

Feb 7, 2025, 12:20 AM

Feb 6, 2025, 5:56 PM

Monkey, see: A baby silvered langur goes on view at the Bronx Zoo
A new resident is monkeying around at New York’s Bronx Zoo

Feb 6, 2025, 5:56 PM

Feb 6, 2025, 4:10 AM

Hotel guest returns to room and finds seal taking a nap inside
A hotel guest in the Netherlands got the surprise of their life when they returned to their hotel room and discovered a seal taking a nap in their room, authorities said.

Feb 6, 2025, 4:10 AM

Feb 6, 2025, 2:56 AM

37 live giant beetles found inside Japanese snack packets at LAX
At least 37 giant live beetles measuring 4 to 5 inches have been found concealed inside of multiple packages of Japanese snacks, potato chips and chocolate at LAX.

Feb 6, 2025, 2:56 AM

Feb 6, 2025, 8:41 AM

It's the 'purr-fect' job. Britain's top feline diplomat comes out of retirement
Britain’s top feline diplomat has come out of retirement for a new job

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Feb 5, 2025, 11:06 AM

Meet the woman keeping the adorable pups happy at this year's 'Puppy Bowl'
If you tune into the “Puppy Bowl” on Sunday, you’ll likely see a key person’s influence — even if you don’t actually see her

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Feb 4, 2025, 8:57 PM

Cape vultures are swooping into a new exhibit at the Los Angeles Zoo
A “committee” of Cape vultures is swooping into the Los Angeles Zoo to make its home in an exhibit that seeks to mirror the birds’ natural South African habitat

Feb 4, 2025, 8:57 PM

Feb 3, 2025, 4:58 PM

Dramatic drop in monarch butterfly count nears record 30-year low
The number of monarch butterflies spending the winter in the western United States dropped dramatically this year even as federal officials move to extend protections for the beloved pollinator

Feb 3, 2025, 4:58 PM

Feb 4, 2025, 7:41 AM

Soaring egg prices are piquing interest in backyard chickens
With the price of eggs soaring, more people are looking into keeping backyard chickens

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Jan 30, 2025, 2:01 PM

This is how much climate change has impacted polar bear populations
Scientists have quantified how much climate change has driven the population decline of polar bears living in Canada's Hudson Bay.

Jan 30, 2025, 2:01 PM

Jan 28, 2025, 3:10 AM

Elephant tramples tourist to death at famous national park
An elephant trampled a tourist on safari to death in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, officials said.

Jan 28, 2025, 3:10 AM

Jan 24, 2025, 7:45 AM

Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao make public debut at National Zoo
Bao Li and Qing Bao, two giant pandas, are making their public debut at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute on Jan. 24, 2025.

Jan 24, 2025, 7:45 AM

Jan 23, 2025, 3:22 AM

Woman arrested after 27 dead horses found across multiple properties
A woman has been arrested after authorities discovered 27 dead horses across multiple properties, police said.

Jan 23, 2025, 3:22 AM

Jan 22, 2025, 4:59 PM

Pet tortoise found safe after California fires
A beloved pet tortoise has been found safe after the California wildfires.

Jan 22, 2025, 4:59 PM

Jan 9, 2025, 7:25 PM

Animal shelter takes in 300 animals amid LA fires, urges evacuees to 'take your animals with you'
A Pasadena animal shelter has urged evacuees to "please take your animals with you" as they have brought in 300 animals after evacuations.

Jan 9, 2025, 7:25 PM

Dec 27, 2024, 12:19 PM

Endangered pygmy hippo born at Virginia zoo
The newborn hippo arrived on Dec 9. after a seven-month gestation.

Dec 27, 2024, 12:19 PM

Dec 26, 2024, 12:46 PM

New video of pandas at National Zoo released
The pandas are set to debut to the public in late January.

Dec 26, 2024, 12:46 PM

Dec 20, 2024, 1:17 PM

Kangaroo remains on the loose in Texas after jumping fence
The kangaroo named Rowdy was last seen hopping down a road in Sealy, Texas.

Dec 20, 2024, 1:17 PM

Dec 18, 2024, 3:54 PM

Police warn residents of wild monkey sightings in 3 Florida communities
Authorities in Florida are warning residents not to feed or approach monkeys spotted roaming around Orange City and two neighboring communities this week.

Dec 18, 2024, 3:54 PM

Dec 18, 2024, 2:43 PM

'Murder hornet' eradicated from US, officials declare
The so-called "murder hornet" has been eradicated from the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first discovered in Washington state, officials declared.

Dec 18, 2024, 2:43 PM

Dec 6, 2024, 3:35 PM

Several drugs, including fentanyl, found in bottlenose dolphins in Gulf of Mexico, scientists say
Scientists have detected fentanyl and other drugs in dozens of dolphins from the Gulf of Mexico, which could have large implications on the overall health of the oceans.

Dec 6, 2024, 3:35 PM

Dec 5, 2024, 3:40 AM

Man severely injured protecting wife from early morning polar bear ambush
A man has sustained serious injuries after leaping to the rescue of his wife who was ambushed by a polar bear in an early morning attack, police said.

Dec 5, 2024, 3:40 AM

Dec 4, 2024, 4:52 PM

How climate change is impacting this iconic Florida bird species
Global warming in impacting a one-of-a-kind bird species in Florida in a way that is surprising ornithologists, a study found.

Dec 4, 2024, 4:52 PM

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Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West Africa The illegal trade of lion and leopard parts is growing in Senegal and threatening the lion's survival across West Africa Feb 18, 2025, 1:57 PM

Young seal rescued after being found on snowy city streets Police officers in New Haven, Connecticut, were tasked with rescuing the seal. Feb 18, 2025, 4:57 PM

What scientists learned from a well-preserved fossil of this iconic Jurassic-era species The discovery of a well-preserved fossil is helping researchers learn more about an iconic Jurassic-period species. Feb 18, 2025, 3:43 PM

Venomous snake found in box of grocery store bananas An 18-inch Ornate Cat-eyed snake was found in a box of bananas at a New Hampshire grocery store on Friday, according to Rainforest Reptile Shows. Feb 18, 2025, 3:51 PM

Sea turtles return to the Atlantic Ocean off Florida after being stunned by the cold Eight green sea turtles stunned by the cold during a rare snowfall in Florida have been released back into the Atlantic Ocean Feb 18, 2025, 2:44 PM

Fish species thought to be extinct for 85 years rediscovered Researchers have rediscovered a rare fish species presumed to be extinct after it was not seen for more than eight decades. Feb 17, 2025, 11:59 AM

Beluga calf in Chicago is meeting the aquarium's pod and will soon be named A beluga calf born in July is growing and meeting the other members of Shedd Aquarium's pod in Chicago Feb 14, 2025, 1:50 PM

Priced out of store-bought eggs? Rent a chicken. Due to rising bird flu infections across the United States, an egg shortage has left many Americans scrambling. One solution: renting chickens. Feb 13, 2025, 5:28 PM

How marine biologists are using elephant seals as nature's 'artificial intelligence' Marine biologists at the University of California Santa Cruz have tagged thousands of northern elephant seals with smart sensors. Feb 13, 2025, 2:00 PM

Blood samples show previous bird flu infection in veterinarians who didn't realize they were exposed: CDC A new CDC report found evidence of previous bird flu infection in veterinary practitioners who work with cattle and who did not know they had been exposed. Feb 13, 2025, 1:04 PM

Throw your ex to the wolves (not literally) this Valentine’s Day This Valentine’s Day, revenge has never tasted sweeter, thanks to a Pennsylvania wildlife sanctuary’s fundraising event where you can feed your ex's name to the wolves. Feb 12, 2025, 12:27 PM

Rat birth control and 'Rat Walks' among new initiatives to curb NYC’s rat population ABC News looks at New York City’s fight against rats as city officials and residents take matters into their own hands, uncovering new methods to curb the rat population. Feb 12, 2025, 8:01 AM

Monty the giant schnauzer wins Westminster dog show A giant schnauzer named Monty has won the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show Feb 11, 2025, 11:22 AM

Fugitive dog recaptured in New Orleans after gaining national fame for escapades A scruffy New Orleans rescue dog famed for evading a monthslong effort to recapture him using nets and tranquilizer rifles has been caught and returned to domestic life Feb 11, 2025, 7:13 PM

Pair of rare black wolves caught on camera in Polish forest by wildlife researchers Two rare black wolves have been spotted on camera crossing a stream in a Polish forest Feb 9, 2025, 12:30 PM

What makes a dog a winner? A Westminster Kennel Club judge explains Every dog at this week's Westminster Kennel Club show is a champion Feb 8, 2025, 11:54 PM

The number of snakes removed from this Australian yard will make you shudder A man described feeling “the shudders” as more than 100 venomous red-bellied black snakes were removed from a pile of mulch in his Sydney backyard Feb 7, 2025, 2:48 AM

Dog Show 101: What's what at the Westminster Kennel Club The Westminster Kennel Club dog show is back for a 149th year Feb 7, 2025, 12:20 AM

Monkey, see: A baby silvered langur goes on view at the Bronx Zoo A new resident is monkeying around at New York’s Bronx Zoo Feb 6, 2025, 5:56 PM

Hotel guest returns to room and finds seal taking a nap inside A hotel guest in the Netherlands got the surprise of their life when they returned to their hotel room and discovered a seal taking a nap in their room, authorities said. Feb 6, 2025, 4:10 AM

37 live giant beetles found inside Japanese snack packets at LAX At least 37 giant live beetles measuring 4 to 5 inches have been found concealed inside of multiple packages of Japanese snacks, potato chips and chocolate at LAX. Feb 6, 2025, 2:56 AM

It's the 'purr-fect' job. Britain's top feline diplomat comes out of retirement Britain’s top feline diplomat has come out of retirement for a new job Feb 6, 2025, 8:41 AM

Meet the woman keeping the adorable pups happy at this year's 'Puppy Bowl' If you tune into the “Puppy Bowl” on Sunday, you’ll likely see a key person’s influence — even if you don’t actually see her Feb 5, 2025, 11:06 AM

Cape vultures are swooping into a new exhibit at the Los Angeles Zoo A “committee” of Cape vultures is swooping into the Los Angeles Zoo to make its home in an exhibit that seeks to mirror the birds’ natural South African habitat Feb 4, 2025, 8:57 PM

Dramatic drop in monarch butterfly count nears record 30-year low The number of monarch butterflies spending the winter in the western United States dropped dramatically this year even as federal officials move to extend protections for the beloved pollinator Feb 3, 2025, 4:58 PM

Soaring egg prices are piquing interest in backyard chickens With the price of eggs soaring, more people are looking into keeping backyard chickens Feb 4, 2025, 7:41 AM

This is how much climate change has impacted polar bear populations Scientists have quantified how much climate change has driven the population decline of polar bears living in Canada's Hudson Bay. Jan 30, 2025, 2:01 PM

Elephant tramples tourist to death at famous national park An elephant trampled a tourist on safari to death in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, officials said. Jan 28, 2025, 3:10 AM

Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao make public debut at National Zoo Bao Li and Qing Bao, two giant pandas, are making their public debut at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute on Jan. 24, 2025. Jan 24, 2025, 7:45 AM

Woman arrested after 27 dead horses found across multiple properties A woman has been arrested after authorities discovered 27 dead horses across multiple properties, police said. Jan 23, 2025, 3:22 AM

Pet tortoise found safe after California fires A beloved pet tortoise has been found safe after the California wildfires. Jan 22, 2025, 4:59 PM

Animal shelter takes in 300 animals amid LA fires, urges evacuees to 'take your animals with you' A Pasadena animal shelter has urged evacuees to "please take your animals with you" as they have brought in 300 animals after evacuations. Jan 9, 2025, 7:25 PM

Endangered pygmy hippo born at Virginia zoo The newborn hippo arrived on Dec 9. after a seven-month gestation. Dec 27, 2024, 12:19 PM

New video of pandas at National Zoo released The pandas are set to debut to the public in late January. Dec 26, 2024, 12:46 PM

Kangaroo remains on the loose in Texas after jumping fence The kangaroo named Rowdy was last seen hopping down a road in Sealy, Texas. Dec 20, 2024, 1:17 PM

Police warn residents of wild monkey sightings in 3 Florida communities Authorities in Florida are warning residents not to feed or approach monkeys spotted roaming around Orange City and two neighboring communities this week. Dec 18, 2024, 3:54 PM

'Murder hornet' eradicated from US, officials declare The so-called "murder hornet" has been eradicated from the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first discovered in Washington state, officials declared. Dec 18, 2024, 2:43 PM

Several drugs, including fentanyl, found in bottlenose dolphins in Gulf of Mexico, scientists say Scientists have detected fentanyl and other drugs in dozens of dolphins from the Gulf of Mexico, which could have large implications on the overall health of the oceans. Dec 6, 2024, 3:35 PM

Man severely injured protecting wife from early morning polar bear ambush A man has sustained serious injuries after leaping to the rescue of his wife who was ambushed by a polar bear in an early morning attack, police said. Dec 5, 2024, 3:40 AM

How climate change is impacting this iconic Florida bird species Global warming in impacting a one-of-a-kind bird species in Florida in a way that is surprising ornithologists, a study found. Dec 4, 2024, 4:52 PM

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Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West Africa
The illegal trade of lion and leopard parts is growing in Senegal and threatening the lion's survival across West Africa

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Police officers in New Haven, Connecticut, were tasked with rescuing the seal.

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What scientists learned from a well-preserved fossil of this iconic Jurassic-era species
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Sea turtles return to the Atlantic Ocean off Florida after being stunned by the cold
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Fish species thought to be extinct for 85 years rediscovered
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Rat birth control and 'Rat Walks' among new initiatives to curb NYC’s rat population
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Monty the giant schnauzer wins Westminster dog show
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Fugitive dog recaptured in New Orleans after gaining national fame for escapades
A scruffy New Orleans rescue dog famed for evading a monthslong effort to recapture him using nets and tranquilizer rifles has been caught and returned to domestic life

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Pair of rare black wolves caught on camera in Polish forest by wildlife researchers
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What makes a dog a winner? A Westminster Kennel Club judge explains
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The number of snakes removed from this Australian yard will make you shudder
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Dog Show 101: What's what at the Westminster Kennel Club
The Westminster Kennel Club dog show is back for a 149th year

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Monkey, see: A baby silvered langur goes on view at the Bronx Zoo
A new resident is monkeying around at New York’s Bronx Zoo

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Hotel guest returns to room and finds seal taking a nap inside
A hotel guest in the Netherlands got the surprise of their life when they returned to their hotel room and discovered a seal taking a nap in their room, authorities said.

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Cape vultures are swooping into a new exhibit at the Los Angeles Zoo
A “committee” of Cape vultures is swooping into the Los Angeles Zoo to make its home in an exhibit that seeks to mirror the birds’ natural South African habitat

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The number of monarch butterflies spending the winter in the western United States dropped dramatically this year even as federal officials move to extend protections for the beloved pollinator

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Soaring egg prices are piquing interest in backyard chickens
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This is how much climate change has impacted polar bear populations
Scientists have quantified how much climate change has driven the population decline of polar bears living in Canada's Hudson Bay.

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Elephant tramples tourist to death at famous national park
An elephant trampled a tourist on safari to death in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, officials said.

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Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao make public debut at National Zoo
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Endangered pygmy hippo born at Virginia zoo
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New video of pandas at National Zoo released
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'Murder hornet' eradicated from US, officials declare
The so-called "murder hornet" has been eradicated from the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first discovered in Washington state, officials declared.

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Several drugs, including fentanyl, found in bottlenose dolphins in Gulf of Mexico, scientists say
Scientists have detected fentanyl and other drugs in dozens of dolphins from the Gulf of Mexico, which could have large implications on the overall health of the oceans.

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Man severely injured protecting wife from early morning polar bear ambush
A man has sustained serious injuries after leaping to the rescue of his wife who was ambushed by a polar bear in an early morning attack, police said.

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How climate change is impacting this iconic Florida bird species
Global warming in impacting a one-of-a-kind bird species in Florida in a way that is surprising ornithologists, a study found.

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