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July 5, 2024

Australian leader urges control of territory's soaring crocodile population after fatal attack of 12-year-old

The leader of Australia’s Northern Territory says the crocodile population must be either maintained or reduced and cannot be allowed to outstrip the human population.

July 5, 2024

Shark Watch: What to do if you see a shark at the beach

If you see a shark in the water, a California shark expert recommends maintaining eye contact with the predator and slowly removing yourself from the waters.

July 5, 2024

At the beach for July 4 weekend? 7 shark safety tips that could save your life

As millions flock to the beaches over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, an expert provides ways that Americans looking for a little R&R can stay safe from the ocean's predators.

July 4, 2024

Ohio tourist bitten by shark at Florida beach while playing football in knee-deep water

A 21-year-old Ohio man was bitten by a shark on the Fourth of July at New Smyrna Beach in Florida while playing football in knee-deep water.

July 4, 2024

Australian girl, 12, killed by crocodile while swimming in creek

The body of a 12-year-old girl was discovered in Northern Australia after she went missing while swimming Tuesday. Police confirm her injuries are from a crocodile.

July 4, 2024

Sharks seen darting along Texas beach prior to successive bites

The South Padre Island Police Department said that four people were injured by a shark on the Fourth of July. (Credit: X/Katie McMillan) 

July 4, 2024

Shark attacks 4 people at Texas beach on Fourth of July: police

Four people were injured in a shark attack in South Padre Island, Texas, on the Fourth of July, police said. One of the victims was "severely" injured.

July 4, 2024

New Jersey man with epilepsy uses hand-painted seashells to help find a cure

Kyle Adamkiewicz, 33, of New Jersey has lived with epilepsy since his diagnosis at age 6. He's now combining his love of art with the power of nature to help bring attention to the seizure disorder.

July 4, 2024

Shark Watch: Triathlete dragged underwater during shark blitz: 'You don't have an arm...Why are you laughing?'

Chuck Anderson recounted his 2000 encounter with a bull shark, which severely injured him during an attack in Alabama while the triathlete was training.

July 3, 2024

Gorgeous leopard born at local zoo in 'incredibly rare' moment

A snow leopard was recently born at the Welsh Mountain Zoo in Wales. The incredibly rare cub is the first in a decade at the zoo. See the spotted animal!