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April 22, 2024

Video shows Florida authorities wrangle alligator that wandered onto Air Force Base tarmac

An alligator that made its way onto the tarmac at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida was wrangled and relocated to the Hillsborough River on April 22, 2024.

April 22, 2024

Florida Fish and Wildlife officers wrangle alligator on MacDill Air Force Base tarmac

Florida authorities captured and relocated an alligator that made its way onto the tarmac at MacDill Air Force base. (Credit: MacDill Air Force Base)

April 22, 2024

With whooping cough cases on the rise, do you need a booster vaccine?

As whooping cough (pertussis) cases surge globally, experts offer their insights on symptoms, prevention and vaccination requirements. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

April 22, 2024

Bird rescue results in catch of loud, squawking peacock that spent months on the run

A peacock that had begun making "loud" noises as it searched for a mate in a Kent, U.K. neighborhood has finally been caught — and is now being cared for by an animal rescue group.

April 22, 2024

Prehistoric lake sturgeon denied endangered species status, US wildlife officials say

Federal wildlife officials have decided not to place lake sturgeon on the endangered species list, allowing annual spearing seasons in some states to continue.

April 22, 2024

Rocky Mountain West wildlife: How to safely see bear, moose, bison and other Yellowstone species

For National Park Week, Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures founder Taylor Phillips shared insights on wildlife in the Rocky Mountain west — what to know and how to view America's treasures wisely.

April 21, 2024

Yellowstone at 152 years old: Here are 152 fascinating facts about America's first national park

Check out these 152 fun facts for Yellowstone National Park's 152th anniversary in 2024 — including notable quotes about the national treasure that is Yellowstone.

April 21, 2024

5 quick Earth Day facts you might not know

Earth Day was born out of environmental activism and has led to the creation of important environmental safety regulations. Each year, it is celebrated by countries around the world.

April 20, 2024

Giant extinct snake discovered in India was 50 feet long, said researchers

A snake that lived millions of years ago in western India was about the size of a school bus and weighed up to 2,000 pounds, said researchers in a newly published article.

April 20, 2024

16-year-old boy killed by crocodile after boat breaks down: police

Australian authorities say that a 16-year-old boy was swimming with a 13-year-old in the waters off of Saibai Island when a crocodile killed him. The pair's boat had broken down.