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October 4, 2023

41% of the world’s amphibious species now threatened with extinction, according to study

According to a global assessment that reviewed 8,000 species of amphibians, 41% are now being threatened with extinction. Compared to 2004, about 39% of the species were threatened.

October 4, 2023

France denies train bedbug infestation after calling sniffer dogs to inspect public transport

Sniffer dogs have been deployed to inspect France’s trains following recent reports of bedbug infestations. However, a transport minister said not a single bedbug has been found.

October 4, 2023

Alaska's beloved 'Fat Bear Week' roars on after government shutdown averted

Katmai National Park's annual "Fat Bear Week" is back on, as 12 animals take each other on while fattening up before winter hibernation.

October 4, 2023

Sea turtle with net around its neck is rescued by speedboat tour guide in heroic moment

A sea turtle was spotted with an old fishing net around its neck and body by members of a speedboat tour in Thailand. The heroic civilians stopped to help and set the creature free.

October 4, 2023

Ocean tour guide rescues sea turtle tangled in net

A speedboat tour guide in Phuket province, Thailand, recently rescued a sea turtle that was tangled in ghost net. The turtle was successfully set free and released back into the water.

October 4, 2023

The Philadelphia Zoo's hippos celebrate the fall season by crunching pumpkins

Hippos at the Philadelphia Zoo celebrate the month of October and the beginning of the spooky season by crunching on some pumpkins. Check this out!

October 4, 2023

Flu prevention tips from Florida's surgeon general: A 'day-to-day’ healthy lifestyle is key

Florida State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo encouraged maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle to support the immune system as a flu prevention method.

October 3, 2023

Parrot who picked the lock on its cage is found 30 miles away from home in ‘miracle’ moment

A pet parrot owner cried out for help after the bird opened its cage and flew away — and was missing for four days. He was finally spotted over 30 miles away and safely caught.

October 3, 2023

More than 100 dolphins, thousands of fish found dead as Brazilian governor declares state of emergency

Wildlife experts have found more than 100 dead dolphins and thousands of fish that have died in the Brazilian Amazon amid severe drought and high temperatures.

October 3, 2023

Colorado man charged after killing black bear mother, cubs: police

A man in Colorado is facing felony charges after allegedly killing a mother black bear and her two cubs, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife authorities.