Wild Nature

Health 2 days ago

Popular honeymoon destination faces avian malaria threat, spread by mosquitoes

New research shows most Hawaiian forest birds carry avian malaria, fueling widespread transmission and raising extinction risks for native wildlife.

Travel February 8

Man drives 5,600 miles, spends over $12K chasing lifelong dream of extreme journey

A Saudi man drove 5,600 miles from his home to Norway to see the northern lights, spending $12,300 on an epic three-week road trip adventure through 19 countries.

Travel February 7

Over 5,000 cold-stunned iguanas removed in two days during state's record freeze

Over 5,000 invasive green iguanas were captured in Florida during a recent freeze that left the reptiles cold-stunned and temporarily paralyzed on the ground.

Health February 6

Measles outbreak poses risk of 'irreversible' brain damage, health officials warn

South Carolina health officials warned of "irreversible" neurological damage after a measles outbreak hospitalized 19 patients with dangerous complications.

Travel February 3

Baby elephant makes historic arrival at Smithsonian's National Zoo as first birth in nearly 25 years

Rare Asian elephant birth at Smithsonian's National Zoo marks first new calf in nearly 25 years, offering new hope for endangered species conservation efforts.

VIDEO February 3

Baby elephant takes first steps after historic birth at Smithsonian’s National Zoo

Video shows a newborn Asian elephant calf standing and walking just hours after being born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, its first elephant birth in nearly 25 years. (Credit: Smithsonian National Zoo)

Health February 3

Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn

Health officials warn of potential measles risk at LAX and Disneyland after international traveler's visit. Here's what to know about windows of exposure.

California February 3

California approves controversial sharpshooter plan to eradicate invasive deer on Catalina Island

A controversial plan has been approved to remove Catalina Island’s invasive deer using ground-based shooters, following backlash against earlier proposals for aerial shooting.

Health February 2

Tuberculosis outbreak linked to prominent high school, officials investigating

Tuberculosis outbreak hits a San Franscisco high school, with 3 active TB cases and over 50 latent infections. Health officials require testing for all students and staff.

Thailand February 2

Tourist trampled to death by elephant in Thai national park

An elephant named Oyewan killed a third victim at Thailand national park, trampling 65-year-old tourist during morning walk, a park official said.