Decapitated sea lion found on California beach; suspect sought

A $20,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to the suspect who decapitated a sea lion on a California beach.

March's 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse happens tonight: How to see it

A total lunar eclipse will take place during tonight's Worm Moon, making it a "Blood Worm Moon." Here's how to see it.

Alaska’s Mount Spurr could erupt in weeks, scientists warn

Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas, potentially disrupting flights at one of the world’s busiest cargo airports.

Billions of buzzing cicadas will emerge across multiple states this spring

The last time this brood of cicadas saw the sun, President George W. Bush was nearing the end of his presidency and Apple was about to launch the App Store.

Big Bear eaglets update
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A third egg appeared to be pipping on Friday morning.

US butterfly populations declining at 'catastrophic' rate—experts warn it's a 'bad sign for us'

A new study finds butterfly populations in the US have dropped 22% since 2000 due to pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Scientists warn the decline could have major consequences for ecosystems.

Eagles Jackie and Shadow hatch two eaglets
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Jackie and Shadow, the two bald eagles in Big Bear, have had two of their three eaglets hatch. Last year, none of their eggs hatched.

These cities are most likely to see an explosion in disease-spreading pests: study

Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.

Rare video captures super pod of 2,000 dolphins

The elusive Northern right whale dolphins are one of two dolphin species without a dorsal fin.

Domoic acid outbreak sickens sea lions off Malibu coast

The California Wildlife Center has responded to numerous calls regarding distressed sea lions, raising concerns about the potential impact of this toxic algal bloom.