Fat Bear Week 2023: This absolute unit blew the competition out of the water
Fat Bear Week celebrates Katmai's brown bear population's resilience, adaptability, and strength as the animals prepare to hibernate, according to the National Park Service.
Bear euthanized after charging 2 boys in Colorado, 1 cub survives capture
In a recent incident in Colorado Springs, a bear charged at two boys aged 12 and 13, prompting wildlife officials to respond.
Watch: Bodycam footage shows deputies rescuing elk tangled in tree swing
When the deputies arrived at the scene, they saw the bull elk, or male elk, frantically running back and forth behind the tree where the swing was attached.
Idaho elk hunter shoots, kills charging grizzly bear in 'surprise encounter': officials
Idaho wildlife officials determined hunter killed grizzly bear in self-defense.
Watch: Moose enjoy festive fall dip in Colorado lake amid stunning autumn foliage
In early October near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, a heartwarming scene unfolded as a group of moose was discovered frolicking in a picturesque lake, surrounded by vibrant fall foliage.
Thousands of birds dead in Utah after suspected avian botulism outbreak
Thousands of birds in northern Utah have died due to a recent outbreak of wildlife officials believe is avian botulism.
Well-known kite surfer was victim in apparent shark attack off Marin County coast
A swimmer who remains missing after an apparent shark attack on the Marin County coast over the weekend was identified by friends.
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.
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."
Nightly Roundup: Family searches for missing child; a 'nonsoon summer' for Phoenix
From a dry monsoon season to a child who went missing during a family trip, here's a look at some of our top stories.
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.
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.
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.
Nightly Roundup: 2nd round of GOP primary debate; New twist in Chandler animal hoarding case
From the 2nd GOP primary debate to new developments in an animal and adult abuse investigation, here's a look at some of our top stories.
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.
South Carolina auto mechanics find 8-foot albino boa constrictor in engine: 'Is someone missing their pet?'
Auto mechanics in South Carolina made a startling discovery when they opened the hood of a vehicle brought in for a check engine light issue. Inside, they found an unexpected passenger—an 8-foot albino boa constrictor.
Arizona forest refuses offer from group to help control wild horse population. Here's the reason why
An Arizona group has had some success in controlling the Salt River Wild Horse population, but as they set their sights on wild horses in other parts of Arizona, some officials are refusing the group's offer.
Bisbee police kill bear that entered several homes
According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, police received a 911 call after a bear entered a home near Tombstone Canyon and Gentry Avenue on Friday night.