Eight dolphins die after 'mass stranding' on New Jersey beach, officials say
A total of eight dolphins have died after a 'mass stranding' event on a New Jersey beach - including six who were humanely euthanized after veterinarians found their conditions were rapidly deteriorating,
Volunteer shovel brigade clears snowy path to help migrating Yellowstone bison
Nearly five feet of snow fell this winter in West Yellowstone, resulting in giant berms created by snowplows along Highway 191, according to the Buffalo Field Campaign.
Oldest sea reptile remains from 2 million years ago found on Arctic island
Paleontologists found the fossils after nearly 190 years of searching.
New Mexico agency looking for 'professional bear huggers'
“Not all law enforcement field work is this glamorous, but we would love for you to join the team where you can have the experience of a lifetime," the New Mexico Department of Game & Fish wrote.
Toddler chasing deadly snake leads to nest discovery with 110 eggs
Wildlife workers said they dug up the front yard which led to a "WILD" discovery.
Famous 14-foot crocodile goes missing in Australia river, considered dangerous
The 14-foot, 70-year-old crocodile was last seen Feb. 11 on the Daintree River in Queensland, Australia.
Watch: ‘Elusive’ lynx caught on camera in snowy Maine forest
The area is home to the elusive Canada lynx. In Maine, lynx are most common in the northern counties, which often experience the most snow in the state.
'Cocaine cat' escaped from owner during traffic stop, will now live at Cincinnati Zoo
In Ohio, it is illegal to own the animals, which can weigh up to 40 pounds. During the rescue mission, the cat broke its leg and later tested positive for cocaine.
Watch: Curious koala crawls into gas station and climbs employee
Volunteer wildlife rescuer Jemma Manfre told local media that the koala was “pretty chill” and sitting in a service area behind the counter.
5-year-old angler reels in record catch
It's not the first time 5-year-old Akeley's skills have been in the spotlight.
Hawaiian man nicknamed 'Dolphin Dave' accused of harassing humpback whale
The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources said 65-year-old David Jiménez of Maui was cited after he allegedly harassed wildlife in the state park.
P-22 buried at secret location in Santa Monica Mountains
The mountain lion was buried during a private ceremony with local tribal leaders and state officials.
Man bitten by alligator at his front door in Daytona Beach, police say
An alligator lunged at a man Saturday night and bit him outside his home in Daytona Beach, according to police.
Colombia proposes transferring 70 hippos that live near Pablo Escobar's former ranch to India, Mexico
Environmental experts estimate there are about 130 hippos in Colombia.
Bald eagle tangled in tree branches rescued by linemen
When it says "other duties as assigned" in your job description, this is probably what your employer means, that is if you’re a lineman.
Giant bug found at an Arkansas Walmart identified as a Jurassic-era insect
The giant lacewing was commonly found in eastern North America but mysteriously disappeared in the 1950s.
Watch: Officer helps raccoon whose head gets stuck in jar
It happened during the officer's “midnight shift” in Oak Grove, Missouri, recently.
Bullfrogs for dinner? Utah wildlife officials want you to catch – and eat – this invasive species
“Target the big ones — they have the most meat,” Lee Kay, a grounds supervisor at Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, said.
International Polar Bear Day: Group hopes to conserve species through tracking
Less than half of all polar bear cubs make it to adulthood. This organization is using tracking technology to help increase that number.
Watch: Bald eagles, 'branch managers' work together to build nest
Team work makes the dream work during bald eagle nesting season.