Watch: Moose enjoy festive fall dip in Colorado lake amid stunning autumn foliage

In early October near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, a heartwarming scene unfolded as a group of moose was discovered frolicking in a picturesque lake, surrounded by vibrant fall foliage.

Meet Marty, the guard llama protecting sheep
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Marty is a llama who protects sheep at Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.

Voyageurs wolf pups caught on camera
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The Voyageurs Wolf Project shared the first video of the Bug Creek Pack pups on social media this week.

Tarantula mating season begins as males are led to their death

Tarantulas typically remain in the burrows throughout most of the year, and only come out at night. But come mating season, adult male tarantulas throw caution to the wind for the sake of finding a female. The annual migration happens just before Halloween, from late September through early October in the Southwest.

Fat Bear Week begins as world celebrates champion of chonk in Alaska

This portliest time of the year is an annual celebration of the Brooks River brown bears and how they utilize their healthy and abundant ecosystem to pack on the pounds before winter hibernation.

Undercover Texas jaguar cub sting results in country’s first charges under ‘Big Cat Act’

In December 2022, the Big Cat Act was put into effect, which made it illegal to import, transport, sell or possess any wildlife species that are prohibited. This includes jaguars, which are considered a prohibited species.

At 97, WWII Iwo Jima veteran gets opportunity to pheasant hunt with grandson

At age 97, Bob Boyd, recipient of a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star, had the opportunity to do something he loves once more: pheasant hunting with his grandson. All thanks to a Minnesota veterans non-profit and a sophisticated all-terrain wheelchair.

Historians race to find Great Lakes shipwrecks before quagga mussels destroy the sites

The Great Lakes’ frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Downed planes that spent decades underwater were left so pristine they could practically fly again when archaeologists finally discovered them.

Fall is here: Drone video captures stunning Utah foliage

Just in time for the first day of fall, a drone photographer in Utah shared stunning video of leaves turning vibrant as the seasons change.

Keep on trekking: Forest Lake retiree hikes all 67 MN state parks

Over the last four summers, Kori Sawyer has trekked across all 67 state parks, battling mosquitos and taking in the beauty of the various landscapes Minnesota has to offer.

Several Minneapolis lakes experiencing algae blooms, others remain susceptible: MPRB

To reduce exposure to blue-green algae, it’s recommended to avoid or minimize contact with bodies of water with confirmed cases, and don’t let animals drinks from them.

Swarm of bees kill Kentucky man moving potting soil bag from porch, coroner says

Beekeepers warn if you ever find yourself where bees are attacking you, the most important thing to do is protect your face and run indoors or get into a vehicle. Those who study bees' behaviors also warn not to fight the insects because they have the advantage of numbers and the gift of flight.

Alaska fisherman hooks and cooks blue-fleshed fish: ‘Mother Nature is incredible’

Weighing only up to 2 lbs., rock greenlings may not sound like an impressive catch. But once you see one, it’s clear these little fish are worthy of the chase. Would you eat it?

St. Paul homeowner identifies new invasive species in Minnesota

Krista Menzel enjoys photographing the insects in her backyard, so when she noticed some strange-looking bugs around her back door back in June, she snapped a few pictures. As it turns out, she made an important discovery.