Okefenokee Joe, an alligator believed to be as old as WWII, passes away
An alligator believed to have lived in a Georgia swamp since World War II passed away this summer, researchers announced last week.
An alligator believed to have lived in a Georgia swamp since World War II passed away this summer, researchers announced last week.
WATCH: Wolf bites grizzly bear in the butt
The viral video was taken at Yellowstone National Park.
The viral video was taken at Yellowstone National Park.
Illinois teen reels in record-setting northern pike in Boundary Waters
A teenager from Illinois reeled in a record-breaking northern pike while fishing in the Boundary Waters this summer, according to the Minnesota DNR.
A teenager from Illinois reeled in a record-breaking northern pike while fishing in the Boundary Waters this summer, according to the Minnesota DNR.
Bear sightings on rise as they seek food amid drought
Black bear sightings are on the rise in Minnesota, as this summer's drought has made it harder for the bears to find the food they need to prepare for hibernation.
Black bear sightings are on the rise in Minnesota, as this summer's drought has made it harder for the bears to find the food they need to prepare for hibernation.
Dolphin rescued after getting 'pushed into' canal by Hurricane Ida
A young dolphin was rescued and released back into the wild Sunday after Hurricane Ida pushed the mammal into a canal in Slidell, Louisiana.
A young dolphin was rescued and released back into the wild Sunday after Hurricane Ida pushed the mammal into a canal in Slidell, Louisiana.
Dash cam video: Officers rescue buck stuck in hammock in Grand Rapids
Police officers helped rescue a buck after it got caught in a hammock in Grand Rapids.
Police officers helped rescue a buck after it got caught in a hammock in Grand Rapids.
Animal rights groups sue to stop Wisconsin wolf hunt
A coalition of animal rights groups filed a lawsuit Tuesday to stop Wisconsin’s wolf hunt this fall and invalidate a state law mandating annual hunts, arguing the statutes don’t give wildlife officials any leeway to consider population estimates.
A coalition of animal rights groups filed a lawsuit Tuesday to stop Wisconsin’s wolf hunt this fall and invalidate a state law mandating annual hunts, arguing the statutes don’t give wildlife officials any leeway to consider population estimates.
Officials see increase in mosquitoes throughout metro, expect more after rainfall
Officials say that for the first time this year, weekly mosquito numbers exceeded the 10-year average - even before this past weekend's rain. Now, the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District says it's expecting numbers to increase significantly this week and next.
Officials say that for the first time this year, weekly mosquito numbers exceeded the 10-year average - even before this past weekend's rain. Now, the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District says it's expecting numbers to increase significantly this week and next.
Squirrel stashes nuts in Minnesota officer's squad
An officer made a surprising discovery in his squad Monday after a squirrel jumped from underneath his computer and onto the dash.
An officer made a surprising discovery in his squad Monday after a squirrel jumped from underneath his computer and onto the dash.
Line 3 pipeline: Court of Appeals affirms Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's approval of project
A Court of Appeals ruling on Monday affirmed approval granted by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for Enbridge's Line 3 replacement pipeline project.
A Court of Appeals ruling on Monday affirmed approval granted by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for Enbridge's Line 3 replacement pipeline project.
U.S. Forest Service stops taking donations for firefighters after extra supplies attract bears
The U.S. Forest Service says it will stop accepting donations for firefighters called in to battle the Greenwood fire in northern Minnesota after officials ran out of storage space for the supplies, attracting the attention of bears.
The U.S. Forest Service says it will stop accepting donations for firefighters called in to battle the Greenwood fire in northern Minnesota after officials ran out of storage space for the supplies, attracting the attention of bears.
Wadena County horse recovering after testing positive for West Nile virus
A horse in Wadena County, Minnesota tested positive for West Nile virus, the state board of animal health reported Monday.
A horse in Wadena County, Minnesota tested positive for West Nile virus, the state board of animal health reported Monday.
Woman sentenced to jail, fined for walking on thermal ground at Yellowstone
Madeline Casey was sentenced to seven days in jail and $2,000 in fines after walking directly on thermal ground in Yellowstone, prosecutors said.
Madeline Casey was sentenced to seven days in jail and $2,000 in fines after walking directly on thermal ground in Yellowstone, prosecutors said.
Como Zoo giraffe fitted with special shoes after fracturing hoof
After injuring his hoof, a giraffe at the Como Zoo is on the mend - thanks to a team effort.
After injuring his hoof, a giraffe at the Como Zoo is on the mend - thanks to a team effort.
4 new wolves found on Isle Royale on Lake Superior
In late April and May, researchers in Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior captured five wolves and attached GPS radio collars to them. Four of the captured wolves are believed to have been born on the island last year.
In late April and May, researchers in Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior captured five wolves and attached GPS radio collars to them. Four of the captured wolves are believed to have been born on the island last year.
Wild Florida welcomes 2 baby albino gators to the world
The baby albinos are said to be in the back right now receiving care but they will soon be out in exhibit two for Wild Florida guests to enjoy.
The baby albinos are said to be in the back right now receiving care but they will soon be out in exhibit two for Wild Florida guests to enjoy.
Wisconsin wolf hunt: Fall limit set at 300
Wildlife officials in Wisconsin meet Wednesday to consider a 130-animal limit for the state's fall wolf hunt.
Wildlife officials in Wisconsin meet Wednesday to consider a 130-animal limit for the state's fall wolf hunt.
Minneapolis man catches 54.5-inch musky on Bde Maka Ska
A Minneapolis man netted a 54.5-inch musky on Bde Maka Ska Monday, leaving his friends and family stunned.
A Minneapolis man netted a 54.5-inch musky on Bde Maka Ska Monday, leaving his friends and family stunned.
Emperor penguin colonies may be pushed to brink of extinction by 2100 because of climate change
Emperor penguins currently number fewer than 300,000 breeding pairs and require stable sea ice to survive and raise chicks.
Emperor penguins currently number fewer than 300,000 breeding pairs and require stable sea ice to survive and raise chicks.
More bears are stealing food from campers as drought impacts berry supply in northern Minnesota
As the drought has impacted the berry crop, Superior National Forest officials say reports of bears seeking out food from humans -- including going through dumpsters or stealing backpacks -- is increasing.
As the drought has impacted the berry crop, Superior National Forest officials say reports of bears seeking out food from humans -- including going through dumpsters or stealing backpacks -- is increasing.