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July 25, 2023

California sea lions charge toward startled beachgoers, emptying busy cove

People at a cove in San Diego, California, were startled after two large sea lions charged towards the beach and began loudly barking at beachgoers.

July 25, 2023

California beaver policy aims to tap ecological benefits, protect 'keystone species'

A California policy has taken effect this summer that recognizes the ecological benefits of beavers and encourages agencies to first seek nonviolent solutions before killing them.

July 25, 2023

New koala in town! Zoo releases footage of baby koala

A zoo in Sydney, Australia, released footage of a new nine-month-old koala emerging from its mother’s pouch. Meet Parker — the adorable new addition to the family.

July 25, 2023

Bear traps set up around Yellowstone National Park in effort to catch murderous bear that killed a woman

Bear traps have been set up around Yellowstone National Park to catch a bear that killed a woman. The bear was possibly traveling with cubs at the time of the attack.

July 25, 2023

Colorado reports its first West Nile virus case in humans this year

Health officials in Colorado reported the first confirmed human case of West Nile virus on Monday after additional human cases were announced in California and Texas.

July 25, 2023

Deer take refuge from Washington wildfires at base of massive turbines as blaze expands

Wildfires are continuing to tear through Washington as dry conditions and wind persists. Deer on state lands are taking refuge on the gravel pads under the state's wind turbines.

July 25, 2023

Bald eagle rescued from New Jersey electrical tower after its wing was stuck for five hours

A bald eagle was rescued five hours after getting its left wing stuck in an ice shield on a public safety communications tower in Monmouth County, New Jersey.

July 25, 2023

Bald eagle rescued from communications tower in New Jersey

A bald eagle was rescued from a public safety communications tower in Monmouth County, New Jersey, after its left wing got caught on an ice shield. After hours of effort, authorities were able to free the bird — it is now recovering well.

July 24, 2023

Woman found dead in Montana after grizzly bear mauling near Yellowstone identified

A woman who was found dead on the Buttermilk Trail near Yellowstone National Park in Montana has reportedly been identified as a 47-year-old former teacher from Derby, Kansas.

July 24, 2023

Rare albino crow found in Connecticut unable to fly: 'A special bird'

A rare albino fish crow has been brought into a Connecticut rehabilitation center after being found "unable to fly" and will remain under the care of the wildlife team.