Wildlife Photographer of the Year sneak peek: See the stunning photos
A dramatic stand-off between a lion and a cobra. A lone elephant wading through a landfill in Sri Lanka. Here's a sneak peek at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year's top photos.
Popular beaches closed after warnings of stinging blue dragon sea slugs
Blue dragon sea slugs' venom is very powerful, and touching one, even through gloves, can cause a painful sting.
Watch: Video shows rare fish's ability to climb rocks
The tiny fish were seen swimming, or rather "climbing" up rocks, a behavior that hadn't been seen before.
Shark takes huge bite out of surfer’s board: 'It bit right behind him’
An Australian surfer narrowly escaped injury after a shark bit his board in half.
Blue heron rescued from tangled fishing line in Columbia Heights
What started as a Saturday morning on a Twin Cities lake for a man and his kids turned into a rescue operation to save a bird’s life.
ATV driver dies after hitting deer in western Wisconsin
The sheriff's office said the ATV driver was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision.
Mille Lacs Lake walleye limit increasing amid slow fishing season
Anglers on Mille Lacs Lake will get to keep an additional walleye after a slow start to the fishing season.
Minnesota DNR: Please don't shoot tagged research bears
With bear hunting season just two weeks out in Minnesota, the Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters not to shoot tagged research bears.
Black bear crashes vacation, takes a dip in Tennessee hot tub
Caught on camera: A black bear recently turned a Tennessee hot tub into its personal spa.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hiker made fatal mistake when encountering venomous snake, officials say
Emergency responders performed CPR after witnesses said the hiker picked up a rattlesnake.
Isle Royale National Park officials kill 'food-conditioned' wolf
A wolf in Isle Royale National Park was killed by park officials after it was witnessed several times taking human food from campsites.
Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
Video: Florida alligator devours python in Everglades
An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen doing its part to combat the invasion of Burmese pythons in the region, chomping on the limp body of one of the massive snakes and swimming off with the meaty catch.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Valve failure dries Lake Alice, fish die in lower water levels
A popular lake at William O’Brien State Park was overflowing late last week, but the solution ended up creating a different problem.
Lake at William O'Brien State Park is nearly dried up. Here's why.
Lake Alice at William O'Brien State Park in Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota, is nearly dried up. Here's why.
Watch: Feisty little Pomeranian chases bear out of home
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
Millions watch livestream of deep sea creatures from Argentina, latest in 'slow TV' fad
A livestream of deep-sea creatures captivated Argentina, highlighting the calming global trend of “slow TV." Here's why millions tuned in.
VIDEO: Florida shark, stingray get into tussle off the coast of Panama City Beach
WATCH: A shark and stingray engaged in quite the tussle last month off the shore of Panama Beach in Florida. A woman was able to capture the moment on camera.