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Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival
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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February 19, 2025 at 1:31 AM
American hero canine who took down White House intruder has died
K-9 Hurricane, a former Special Operations Forces canine with the U.S. Secret Service, died Tuesday. He became the most decorated dog in the nation after apprehending a White House intruder in 2014.
February 19, 2025 at 1:31 AM
February 18, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Young seal found on busy road rescued by local aquarium
The seal is believed to be 5 or 6 weeks old, according to Mystic Aquarium in Connecticut.
February 18, 2025 at 10:33 PM
February 18, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Young seal rescued from city's snowy streets
Police officers in New Haven, Connecticut, were tasked with rescuing the seal.
February 18, 2025 at 10:10 PM
February 18, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Mini horse and Great Dane have playdate in the snow
Who doesn’t love a snow day with their bestie?
February 18, 2025 at 10:05 PM
February 18, 2025 at 9:57 PM
'Exceptionally rare' fossil of iconic species found with soft tissue still intact
The discovery of a well-preserved fossil is helping researchers learn more about an iconic Jurassic-period species.
February 18, 2025 at 9:57 PM
February 18, 2025 at 9:52 PM
'Not a friendly fella': Venomous snake found in box of 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.
February 18, 2025 at 9:52 PM
February 18, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Venomous snake found in box of bananas makes for forbidden fruit
The reptile discovery was made in a shipment of bananas at a supermarket in Manchester, New Hampshire.
February 18, 2025 at 9:34 PM
February 18, 2025 at 8:14 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
February 18, 2025 at 8:14 PM
February 17, 2025 at 7:36 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.
February 17, 2025 at 7:36 PM
February 16, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Deer saved in ‘life or death’ rescue from frozen lake
Dramatic video shows two wildlife rescue workers coming to the aid of a struggling deer after it fell through the ice in a New York park.
February 16, 2025 at 12:18 PM
February 14, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Playful polar bear cub climbs on its mom
A loving moment between a mother polar bear and a cub was captured on video at Wapusk National Park in Manitoba, Canada.
February 14, 2025 at 9:03 PM
February 14, 2025 at 7:17 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
February 14, 2025 at 7:17 PM
February 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Whale momentarily swallows kayaker in Chile
Adrián Simancas was out kayaking with his dad off the coast of Chile on Saturday when the whale engulfed him and his boat and let him go just seconds later.
February 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
February 14, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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.
February 14, 2025 at 2:54 AM
February 14, 2025 at 1:53 AM
What is the ocean's 'twilight zone' and how are elephant seals helping to monitor it?
Marine biologists at the University of California Santa Cruz have tagged thousands of northern elephant seals with smart sensors.
February 14, 2025 at 1:53 AM
February 13, 2025 at 10:53 PM
How marine biologists are using elephant seals as nature's 'artificial intelligence'
After nearly going extinct, elephant seals are a conservation success story.
February 13, 2025 at 10:53 PM
February 13, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Blood samples show bird flu infection in veterinarians who didn't report symptoms
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.
February 13, 2025 at 6:08 PM
February 12, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Wildlife sanctuary offers unusual Valentine's Day event for the brokenhearted
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.
February 12, 2025 at 6:02 PM
February 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Rats! NYC takes novel approach to controlling vermin problem
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.
February 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
February 12, 2025 at 8:51 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
February 12, 2025 at 8:51 AM
February 12, 2025 at 4:52 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
February 12, 2025 at 4:52 AM
February 11, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Deep-sea anglerfish in shallower waters near the Canary Islands shocks researchers
Marine researchers said they were surprised to spot a deep-sea anglerfish in blue waters off the coast of Tenerife. The fish is typically found at depths where little to no light penetrates.
February 11, 2025 at 3:37 AM
February 9, 2025 at 6:03 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
February 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
February 9, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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
February 9, 2025 at 5:16 AM
February 7, 2025 at 8:27 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
February 7, 2025 at 8:27 AM
February 7, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Dog Show 101: What's what at the Westminster Kennel Club
The Westminster Kennel Club dog show is back for a 149th year
February 7, 2025 at 8:23 AM
February 6, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Firefighters rescue distressed deer from frozen river
Members of the Canadian Kamloops Fire Rescue team helped a young deer to safety after it became trapped on a frozen river.
February 6, 2025 at 11:31 PM
February 6, 2025 at 11:21 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
February 6, 2025 at 11:21 PM
February 6, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Firefighters rescue tiny dog from hot car in Argentina
The Ministry of Security of Buenos Aires issued a reminder that the heat inside a vehicle can be deadly for animals.
February 6, 2025 at 10:14 PM
February 6, 2025 at 8:29 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.
February 6, 2025 at 8:29 PM
February 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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.
February 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
February 6, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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
February 6, 2025 at 1:49 PM
February 5, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Bear in sanctuary braves cold before quickly returning to bed
Randy, who lives at the Orphaned Wildlife Center in New York, just wants to be warm and cozy in his bed.
February 5, 2025 at 7:51 PM
February 5, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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
February 5, 2025 at 4:15 PM
February 5, 2025 at 3:42 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
February 5, 2025 at 3:42 AM
February 4, 2025 at 1:00 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
February 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
February 4, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Soaring egg prices are piquing interest in backyard chickens
With the price of eggs soaring, more people are looking into keeping backyard chickens
February 4, 2025 at 12:55 PM
February 3, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Dog walker goes into frigid water to rescue stranded dog
Zoë Suleman-Casey of Misson, Nottinghamshire jumped in the cold water after Molly the dog got stranded from running after a bird.
February 3, 2025 at 11:11 PM
January 30, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Polar bear population in Canada's Hudson Bay declined by 50% due to climate change
Scientists have quantified how much climate change has driven the population decline of polar bears living in Canada's Hudson Bay.
January 30, 2025 at 8:04 PM
January 28, 2025 at 8:26 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.
January 28, 2025 at 8:26 AM
January 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Otters show off basketball skills
Rescued sea otters at the Oregon Zoo in Portland showed off their ability to shoot hoops as part of the zoo's enrichment program.
January 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
January 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Houston zoo animals play in the snow
Some animals are enjoying the rare Texas snowfall, including the Asian elephant, capybaras, otters, sea lions and Lisa the leopard.
January 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
January 25, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao make public debut at National Zoo
Giant pandas Qing Bao and Bao Li made their first public debut on Friday after three months of adjusting to their new life at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
January 25, 2025 at 4:58 AM
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Giant pandas debut at National Zoo: See photos
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.
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Giant pandas make long-awaited debut at National Zoo
Bao Li and Qing Bao are ready for their close-ups at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
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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.
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Beloved family tortoise found safe after LA fires
A beloved pet tortoise has been found safe after the California wildfires.
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New York Rangers rescue Moose in the ice
Last week, New York conservation officials successfully rescued an adult moose from a very precarious situation.
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Coyote sightings on the rise in urban areas
Recent sighting of coyotes have happened inside a Chicago supermarket and on the runway of the city’s O’Hare International Airport.
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