Gator on Belle Isle? DNR investigating 'credible' alligator sighting on Belle Isle
A photo showing an alligator on Belle Isle in Detroit is under investigation by the Michigan DNR.
Invasive Stiltgrass discoveries in Michigan requiring chemical treatment for removal
A single plant can drop a thousand seeds, will grow in most conditions, and even Michigan's most voracious herbivores won't feed on it.
Yellowstone National Park trail shut down after first bear attack in 4 years
Grizzly bears and black bears coexist in Yellowstone, according to the National Park Service, and it's unclear which one was involved in the attack.
Wildlife regulators approve burbot catch limits in Michigan
Burbot fishing has grown in popularity recently. But so have the pressures on the species as invasive mussels continue to spread around their habitat.
Florida woman fights off gator dragging leashed puppy into creek while on walk
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
Hikers on psychedelic mushrooms rescued after getting lost in NY mountains
A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.
Arkansas man, 72, mauled by 70-pound bear
The man suffered extensive injuries to his face and upper body before being airlifted to a hospital.
Man dies in shark attack at Sydney beach
A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.
Burbot fishing booms in Michigan, worrying researchers and anglers that the species is faltering
As overharvesting and invasive species threaten the coldwater fish, Michigan is proposing first-ever catch limits on burbot. Meanwhile, researchers are racing to better understand the relatively-unknown fish.
8-year-old boy bitten by shark while snorkeling at Florida beach, deputies say
An 8-year-old boy was bitten by a shark on Monday while snorkeling off Key Largo, Florida, deputies say.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year sneak peek: See the stunning photos
A dramatic stand-off between a lion and a cobra. A lone elephant wading through a landfill in Sri Lanka. Here's a sneak peek at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year's top photos.
Watch: Video shows rare fish's ability to climb rocks
The tiny fish were seen swimming, or rather "climbing" up rocks, a behavior that hadn't been seen before.
Black bear crashes vacation, takes a dip in Tennessee hot tub
Caught on camera: A black bear recently turned a Tennessee hot tub into its personal spa.
Michigan proposes new sturgeon fishing rules, shrinking one season and adding another
Two proposals before the Natural Resource Commission would shrink one sturgeon fishing season while adding another catch-and-release season.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hiker made fatal mistake when encountering venomous snake, officials say
Emergency responders performed CPR after witnesses said the hiker picked up a rattlesnake.
Isle Royale staff kill wolf that grew too reliant on visiting campers
Managers of the remote island made the decision after noting the wolves had grown reliant on human food sources and had been spotted dragging away food storage bags and backpacks “at numerous campsites.”
Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
Video: Florida alligator devours python in Everglades
An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen doing its part to combat the invasion of Burmese pythons in the region, chomping on the limp body of one of the massive snakes and swimming off with the meaty catch.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.