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November 11, 2024

First emperor penguin known to reach Australia found alive on tourist beach

An emperor penguin found earlier this month in Denmark, Australia — about 2,200 miles off the Antarctic coast — is reportedly being cared for by a wildlife expert.

November 11, 2024

Human bird flu case presumed in Canada, teenage patient is hospitalized

The first presumed human case of avian influenza (H5N1, or bird flu) has been reported in Canada. An infectious disease expert weighs in on potential concerns.

November 8, 2024

Social media sensation Pesto the penguin chick begins molting baby feathers, enters 'awkward teen' phase

Pesto the massive king penguin chick has begun his molting process, losing the fluffy brown feathers which defined his look adored the world over on social media.

October 17, 2024

Bird flu concerns mount as California reports more human cases

Concerns about bird flu — officially known as avian influenza A (H5) — continue to mount, particularly in California. Infectious disease experts voice their concerns and recommend precautions.

October 4, 2024

Wildlife lover facing charges after allegedly assaulting passersby while attempting to capture a baby seagull

A Belfast woman was in court Tuesday after allegedly attacking passersby who tried to intervene with her capture of a baby seagull in August.

September 24, 2024

Meet Pesto, the 49-pound baby penguin going viral online

Pesto the king penguin chick has waddled his way into the hearts of TikTok users and aquarium goers alike at a whopping 49 pounds, more than his proud parents combined.

September 24, 2024

Pesto the penguin chick weighs more than both parents combined at nine months old

Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium celebrates their star penguin, Pesto, who weighs a whopping 49 pounds. (Credit: Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium)

September 24, 2024

Pesto the penguin chick waddles into the internet spotlight at nearly 50 pounds

Pesto the nine-month-old king penguin chick at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium has amassed more than just his massive 49 pounds in his growing online following. Credit: SEA LIFE Melbourne /TMX

September 24, 2024

Beloved Australian chicken with famous name tossed into alligator pen, shocking wildlife park visitors: report

A New South Wales, Australia man pleaded guilty to aggravated animal cruelty after tossing a chicken named "Betty White" into an alligator pen at a wildlife park.

September 9, 2024

First case of human bird flu diagnosed without exposure to infected animals, CDC says

A patient in Missouri was hospitalized with bird flu despite having no reported contact with animals, according to the CDC. Infectious disease experts discuss the potential risk.