Massive great hammerhead shark found dead on North Carolina beach
A 14-foot great hammerhead shark washed ashore on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday.
A 14-foot great hammerhead shark washed ashore on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeff Bezos commit $200 million to save endangered species
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are joining forces in an effort to help save some of the world's rarest animals.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are joining forces in an effort to help save some of the world's rarest animals.
Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Michigan boxwoods are being eviscerated by pests and diseases
Michigan's boxwoods are not alright. The hardy shrub and common landscaping plant have become maintenance nightmares for homeowners thanks to several diseases and the destructive box tree moth.
Michigan's boxwoods are not alright. The hardy shrub and common landscaping plant have become maintenance nightmares for homeowners thanks to several diseases and the destructive box tree moth.
There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Woman attacked by brown bear while hiking with friend and 3 dogs near Alaska state park
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
Watch: Heroic husky protects child from charging bear
A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.
A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.
11-year-old boy dies of rabies after bat landed on his face
A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.
A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.
Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship
Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Another Michigan black bear sighting - this time in a Mt. Pleasant tree
Another black bear sighting in Michigan is a reminder about their possibly growing numbers in the Lower Peninsula. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is responding to the sighting of a black bear in Mt. Pleasant.
Another black bear sighting in Michigan is a reminder about their possibly growing numbers in the Lower Peninsula. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is responding to the sighting of a black bear in Mt. Pleasant.
Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
Red-tailed hawk attacks bald eagle over food in woman's yard
A woman in Erie caught these two birds of prey fighting over their food, and she did so completely by accident.
A woman in Erie caught these two birds of prey fighting over their food, and she did so completely by accident.
Deep-sea nightmare: The bone-chilling fish lurking along the ocean floor
The Stargazer fish, known for its creepy face and deadly ambush tactics, has electric organs capable of delivering up to 50 volts.
The Stargazer fish, known for its creepy face and deadly ambush tactics, has electric organs capable of delivering up to 50 volts.
Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge
Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
Watch: RFK Jr. wrangles snakes on Dr. Oz's patio
Video showed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling a pair of black North American racer snakes at Dr. Mehemet Oz's home on Tuesday.
Video showed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling a pair of black North American racer snakes at Dr. Mehemet Oz's home on Tuesday.
Michigan adds bradford pear, buckthorn, and other plants to invasive species list
In addition to the bradford pear tree, Michigan also banned the sale of buckthorn, a voracious invasive shrub that has taken over parks and homes around the state.
In addition to the bradford pear tree, Michigan also banned the sale of buckthorn, a voracious invasive shrub that has taken over parks and homes around the state.
Rescuers save duck found with arrow lodged in bill: ‘It’s cruel'
A duck in Massachusetts is recovering after rescuers removed an arrow lodged through its bill.
A duck in Massachusetts is recovering after rescuers removed an arrow lodged through its bill.
Man dies after 13-foot great white shark attack near island resort
A 38-year-old man died Saturday after he was attacked by a shark off Australia’s western coast, authorities said.
A 38-year-old man died Saturday after he was attacked by a shark off Australia’s western coast, authorities said.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.