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October 25, 2023

Alligator gar caught in Texas weighing 283 pounds shatters multiple records: 'Four in one fell swoop'

A monster-sized alligator gar, weighing 283 pounds, has officially set four new records in both the state of Texas and around the world. Now, the anglers are ready for the next one.

October 25, 2023

Giant pandas to leave the National Zoo in D.C. for China earlier than expected

The National Zoo will have no giant pandas for the foreseeable future after mid-November. The three are set to return to China by November 15, earlier than planned.

October 25, 2023

Wisconsin officials pass new wolf management plan, but population goal absent

Wisconsin wildlife officials on Wednesday unanimously approved a wolf management plan, despite its lack of a specific population goal demanded by stakeholders.

October 25, 2023

Arizona golf course operators use chili oil to repel javelinas tearing up turf

Management at the Seven Canyons Golf Club in Sedona, Arizona, spoke Tuesday about their efforts to prevent unusually feisty javelinas from eating away at their turf.

October 25, 2023

Hungry rhinos eat Halloween pumpkins at local zoo

Rhinos were seen eating Halloween pumpkins ahead of the spooky holiday. The animals typically eat between 50-60 pounds of food per day, according to the Oregon Zoo. Watch the animals in action!

October 25, 2023

Emperor penguin is hatched at SeaWorld San Diego, the first in more than a decade

An emperor penguin chick was born at SeaWorld San Diego in September, the first to be born there in 13 years, the company announced. The young bird does not yet have a name.

October 24, 2023

Colorado deputies chase runaway cow through neighborhood

A runaway cow was finally lured back into its trailer after a team of police deputies and cowboys were seen chasing the animal through a residential neighborhood.

October 24, 2023

Wisconsin DNR secretary out after 10 months at post

Adam Payne, the head of Wisconsin's Department of Natural Resources, has submitted a resignation letter to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Payne will leave his post on Nov. 1.

October 24, 2023

German tourist found alive 3 days after disappearing in Zimbabwe national park

A German tourist who went missing in Zimbabwe's Matusadona National Park has been found alive and in "good health" after three days, according to authorities.

October 24, 2023

Fort Worth Zoo throws a bubble-blowing bash for a baby elephant that turned 2 years old

A baby elephant named Brazos enjoys a bubble-filled birthday bash at the Forth Worth Zoo to celebrate the 2,280 pound mammal's 2nd birthday. Check out the fun!