Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week, study finds
Researchers conducted an experiment submerging bumblebee queens in water and discovered that the insects have the ability to survive land flooding.
Researchers conducted an experiment submerging bumblebee queens in water and discovered that the insects have the ability to survive land flooding.
Video: Group seen pulling bear cub from tree to take pictures in North Carolina
One bear cub was later found in poor condition, “likely a result of the unnecessary and irresponsible actions of the people involved," the wildlife agency said.
One bear cub was later found in poor condition, “likely a result of the unnecessary and irresponsible actions of the people involved," the wildlife agency said.
Not time to plant spring flowers in Minnesota just yet
After a long winter, many Minnesotans are eager to get outside and get their hands dirty in their gardens. But just because we've had a few nice days does not mean it's time to plant your flowers yet.
After a long winter, many Minnesotans are eager to get outside and get their hands dirty in their gardens. But just because we've had a few nice days does not mean it's time to plant your flowers yet.
Spring planting in MN: When to start
After a long, albeit warm, winter, Minnesotans are eager to start their spring planting. But it isn't time to plant just yet. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has more.
After a long, albeit warm, winter, Minnesotans are eager to start their spring planting. But it isn't time to plant just yet. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has more.
Mini rope bridges built to help tiny dormice in UK
An area of trees that became infected with fungus had to be cleared, leaving the tiny critters’ habitats disconnected.
An area of trees that became infected with fungus had to be cleared, leaving the tiny critters’ habitats disconnected.
Free entry to all national parks offered for National Park Week 2024 – what to know
Free entry to all U.S. national parks is being offered as a kick off to National Park Week 2024. Here’s what to know.
Free entry to all U.S. national parks is being offered as a kick off to National Park Week 2024. Here’s what to know.
Two deer crash through Victoria salon
Salon SPAtoria in Victoria had some unexpected walk-in clients on Wednesday, but they weren't there for highlights or a manicure.
Salon SPAtoria in Victoria had some unexpected walk-in clients on Wednesday, but they weren't there for highlights or a manicure.
Deer invade Victoria, Minn. salon
Salon SPAtoria in Victoria had some unexpected walk-in clients on Wednesday, but they weren't there for highlights or a manicure.
Salon SPAtoria in Victoria had some unexpected walk-in clients on Wednesday, but they weren't there for highlights or a manicure.
The Great Minnsect Show returns to the University of Minnesota
Insect enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate. The Great Minnsect Show will take place on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is free and open to the public. The Department of Entomology will host the event in the St. Paul Student Center North Star Ballroom on campus. Attendees can expect to have meet and greets with live insects, dabble in six-legged snacks and creepy crawly games like maggot races.
Insect enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate. The Great Minnsect Show will take place on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is free and open to the public. The Department of Entomology will host the event in the St. Paul Student Center North Star Ballroom on campus. Attendees can expect to have meet and greets with live insects, dabble in six-legged snacks and creepy crawly games like maggot races.
Elephant escapes circus, stops traffic: Video
An elephant escaped the circus and stopped traffic in Butte, Montana, this week.
An elephant escaped the circus and stopped traffic in Butte, Montana, this week.
Elephant escapes circus, stops traffic
An elephant escapes the circus and stops traffic in Butte, Montana. Video credit: Brittany McGinnis via Storyful.
An elephant escapes the circus and stops traffic in Butte, Montana. Video credit: Brittany McGinnis via Storyful.
How loud do cicadas get?
Certain species of cicadas in North America can produce calls reaching levels of around 100 decibels or higher, akin to the noise produced by a lawnmower or a passing jet aircraft.
Certain species of cicadas in North America can produce calls reaching levels of around 100 decibels or higher, akin to the noise produced by a lawnmower or a passing jet aircraft.
Allegheny woodrat: Elusive ‘species of concern’ captured on West Virginia trail cam
The Allegheny woodrat was described as both “federally threatened and downright adorable" by the U.S. Forest Service - Monongahela National Forest.
The Allegheny woodrat was described as both “federally threatened and downright adorable" by the U.S. Forest Service - Monongahela National Forest.
Black bear cub rescued on Highway 65 by Isanti County deputy
A black bear cub’s Sunday night adventure ended safely thanks to an Isanti County deputy and a good Samaritan.
A black bear cub’s Sunday night adventure ended safely thanks to an Isanti County deputy and a good Samaritan.
Prehistoric gars: Ancient fish DNA offers insights into evolution
A prehistoric fish that's been around for 100 million years provides insight into evolution through its DNA.
A prehistoric fish that's been around for 100 million years provides insight into evolution through its DNA.
U of M researches study fish DNA to help humans
Researchers at the University of Minnesota are studying gars. Gars are fish that are 100 million years old and their DNA could provide insight on evolution and human health. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota are studying gars. Gars are fish that are 100 million years old and their DNA could provide insight on evolution and human health. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
Bear sightings concerning for blind Cambridge resident
There's a new face near Paul's Lake in Cambridge, but neighbors aren't happy he's there.
There's a new face near Paul's Lake in Cambridge, but neighbors aren't happy he's there.
Cambridge bear sightings concerning blind resident
Sightings of a black bear in Cambridge, Minnesota has one family in Cambridge concerned for their blind relative.
Sightings of a black bear in Cambridge, Minnesota has one family in Cambridge concerned for their blind relative.
Botswana threatens Germany with 20K elephants amid trophy hunting feud
Botswana, home to the world’s largest elephant population, has threatened to send 20,000 of the giant living land mammals to Germany to “roam free" amid a feud over trophy hunting.
Botswana, home to the world’s largest elephant population, has threatened to send 20,000 of the giant living land mammals to Germany to “roam free" amid a feud over trophy hunting.
Minnesota woman killed by charging elephant in Zambia
A woman from Minnesota is dead after a bull elephant charged a vehicle she was in during a game drive in Zambia, her family confirmed to FOX 9 on Thursday.
A woman from Minnesota is dead after a bull elephant charged a vehicle she was in during a game drive in Zambia, her family confirmed to FOX 9 on Thursday.