Animal shelter tells pets' stories of survival after tornado outbreak
Harrowing stories of survival are coming out of Nebraska after multiple EF-3 tornadoes ripped apart homes and separated pets from their families.
Minnesota braces for mosquito season amidst rainy spring
This time of year in the land of 10,000 lakes, fishing season and boating season also means mosquito season.
Teacher captures images of 'very rare' bird never before seen in US
An amateur photographer captured a subject in Oregon last week that has bird lovers chirping — as it's said to be the first U.S. sighting of this particular species.
Famous white killer whale ‘Frosty’ spotted off California coast: ‘Very special encounter’
In a video, passengers are seen watching in awe as the killer whales cruise near and underneath the boat in Newport Beach, California.
Rare plant found in Wisconsin after not being seen since 1911
A population of the rare plant known as Maryland Senna (Senna marilandica) was rediscovered by a Wisconsin DNR volunteer along with a habitat biologist in the southwest part of the state after not being seen for more than 100 years, state officials say.
Cicadas 2024: May arrives, bringing billions of noisy bugs with it
The cicada-geddon is upon us, and while some states have seen these critters arrive earlier than expected, they better buckle up because billions, if not trillions, more are coming.
Watch: Cicadas appear on trees in parts of US
Video shared of cicadas stuck to tree trunks have begun circulating on social media as the emergence of two broods begins.
Feather transplant? MN orgs team up to save swans
Earlier this year, two trumpeter swans were brought in just days apart to Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville. The majority of feathers on both wings of one swan and half of the other were severely tattered, requiring a "feather transplant."
Oregon man accused of deliberately poisoning thousands of young salmon
An Oregon man faces charges after allegedly pouring bleach into a hatchery tank, resulting in the death of thousands of young salmon.
Coyote attacks dog in Oakdale Nature Preserve
Oakdale officials are advising people not to walk their pets in a nature preserve after a dog was recently attacked by a coyote.
Emerging cicadas' cacophony triggers calls to police in South Carolina from confused residents
“Although to some, the noise is annoying, they pose no danger to humans or pets," Newberry County deputies said. “Unfortunately, it is the sounds of nature."
Dolphin found shot to death as NOAA offers $20K reward for info
A dolphin found dead in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, was confirmed to have been shot with a firearm, prompting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to offer a $20,000 reward for information leading to a conviction or penalty.
‘Largest raptor footprints ever’ discovered in China
‘I was flabbergasted,’ Scott Persons recalled to FOX Television Stations following his team’s discovery of five raptor footprints.
These bugs would normally be swarming Florida right now. But they’ve vanished
Florida is known for a variety of potentially dangerous wildlife: Alligators, sharks, mosquitoes, drunken spring breakers, and toxic green slime. Love bugs are generally not on that list.
Pacific sleeper shark: Study analyzes ‘possibly the largest predatory fish' in ocean
Researchers at NOAA Fisheries created a “one-stop shop" for information critical to conserving the Pacific sleeper shark.
Can you really eat cicadas? Try these delicious recipes to find out
Properly prepared cicadas can be a culinary delight, providing a sustainable and protein-rich option for adventurous food enthusiasts eager to explore new recipes with these edible insects.
How to keep cicadas out of your yard and protect your plants
While generally harmless, the massive emergence of trillions of cicadas can threaten your plants and garden. Here's your guide to managing and minimizing their impact this spring.