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January 16, 2024

Over 1,000 frozen bats rescued from Houston winter storm

Houston wildlife teams work to rehabilitate bats. (Credit: Fox 26 Houston)

January 13, 2024

Fort Worth Zoo welcomes 'surprise' lion cub: 'We've been keeping a secret'

A baby lion was born in Oct. 2023, the Fort Worth Zoo announced in a Facebook post on Jan. 11, 2024. The cub named Moja is the first born at the zoo since 2015.

January 10, 2024

PETA launches campaign against bearskin hats worn by King's Guard in United Kingdom

PETA has called on the U.K. Ministry of Defense to stop buying bearskin furs that are used on the King's Guard iconic hats because they are killed inhumanely.

January 10, 2024

North Carolina police bring loose pigs, goat home after neighborhood escapade

The Apex Police Department in North Carolina says that two pigs and a goat got loose and journeyed through a suburban neighborhood. Luckily, the animals were safe.

January 6, 2024

Where to have up-close encounters with exotic animals across America

Discover diverse destinations in the U.S. offering wildlife encounters, from California's zoos to Alaska's wildlife centers. See how visitors can explore nature's wonders.

January 3, 2024

Intelligent, 'smiley' Lancashire heeler dog breed now recognized by American Kennel Club

The Lancashire Heeler, a small herding breed known for its smile, has been officially recognized by the American Kennel Club, making it eligible for various U.S. dog shows.

January 2, 2024

Man found dead following suspected lion attack while riding motorcycle

Police in Kenya recovered the remains of an adult male who is believed to have been mauled to death by a lion while riding a motorcycle, reports say.

January 1, 2024

Lesser-known endangered species in the US threatened by funding disparities

The Endangered Species Act has designated over 1,700 species in the U.S. as threatened or endangered, but there are discrepancies in the distribution of funds for their recovery.

December 28, 2023

Video shows moment bear emerges from under home after being shot at with paintball gun

A South Lake Tahoe, California, paintball gun-wielding man entered a crawlspace under a home and fired off several shots to get a black bear to leave.

December 20, 2023

New Jersey Transit selling 'Ricardo the bull' plush after escaped bull halted commuter train, made headlines

The New Jersey Transit Authority said that they are selling plush toys of Ricardo, the determined bull who escaped while he was on the way to the slaughterhouse.