Tarantula mating season begins as males are led to their death
Tarantulas typically remain in the burrows throughout most of the year, and only come out at night. But come mating season, adult male tarantulas throw caution to the wind for the sake of finding a female. The annual migration happens just before Halloween, from late September through early October in the Southwest.
Fat Bear Week begins as world celebrates champion of chonk in Alaska
This portliest time of the year is an annual celebration of the Brooks River brown bears and how they utilize their healthy and abundant ecosystem to pack on the pounds before winter hibernation.
Large bird that crashed into ocean off Florida coast rescued: 'An incredible sight'
A bird who’s rarely on land survived a near-drowning thanks to wildlife rescuers and a good Samaritan.
Florida deputies stop 'jaywalker' crossing the street near Publix. But it's not what you think
Why did the turtle cross the road?
North Carolina angler's colorful puddingwife catch may set world record in saltwater fishing
Connor Stone, 30, is on the verge of potentially setting a world record in the world of saltwater fishing. In a remarkable catch made back in July, Stone reeled in a vibrant and exotic puddingwife fish.
Grizzly bear attack in Banff National Park leaves couple, dog dead
Parks Canada officials say a grizzly bear in Alberta was euthanized after displaying "aggressive behavior."
18-point doe stuns Missouri bow hunter after he bags possible record-setting deer
The non-sport hunter shot an 18-point antlered doe with a crossbow after waiting for more than three hours in 80-degree weather.
Sperm whale calf euthanized after beaching itself on Florida Coast
A sperm whale calf had to be euthanized after it beached itself near the St. Johns County and Flagler County line, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Viral 3-legged bear 'Tripod' isn't alone: FWC says 2 similar bears roaming Central Florida
The famous three-legged bear, dubbed “Tripod," has been spotted again in Seminole County. According to wildlife officials, there is actually more than one three-legged bear in Central Florida. At least one local expert says they need help.
Phillies deny emotional support alligator from entering ballpark
A Phillies fan and his emotional support alligator were denied entrance to watch Philadelphia host Pittsburgh.
Viral 3-legged bear that enjoyed White Claws returns to another Florida home to open another fridge
Tripod, the 3-legged bear who recently went viral for opening a fridge outside a Florida family's home in their lanai, has returned for some more drinks.
Undercover Texas jaguar cub sting results in country’s first charges under ‘Big Cat Act’
In December 2022, the Big Cat Act was put into effect, which made it illegal to import, transport, sell or possess any wildlife species that are prohibited. This includes jaguars, which are considered a prohibited species.
Alligator with missing jaw gets a new name inspired by Dolly Parton
Gatorland decided to name the alligator missing part of its upper jaw after a Dolly Parton song.
Jaguar sighting in southern Arizona reinvigorates conservationists
A wild jaguar was spotted in southern Arizona's Huachuca Mountains and the mysterious feline was photographed by federally run trail cameras. Photographs have yet to be released to the public but have been seen a southwest conservation advocate at the Center for Biological Diversity.
Florida bear hunt: Lawmaker signals support after sheriff raises concerns over growing encounters
A North Florida lawmaker is calling for the state to hold a bear hunt after a county sheriff raised the issue as a way to help manage the area’s bear population.
Watch: Tennessee couple rattled by venomous snake found nesting in baby's stroller
A Tennessee couple was left in shock recently after they found a venomous copperhead snake nesting in their baby's stroller.
Florida man attacked by rabid river otter while feeding ducks, officials say
A Florida man feeding ducks at a nearby pond in Palm Beach County was attacked by a river otter, who later tested positive for rabies, officials said.