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October 16, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Giant pandas flown between US and China aboard 'Panda Express'

FedEx transported six giant pandas between the United States and China on two flights. The pandas traveled aboard a FedEx Boeing 777-F, known as the “FedEx Panda Express.”
October 16, 2024 at 1:01 AM
VIDEO: Giant pandas flown between US and China aboard 'Panda Express'
October 16, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Giant pandas from China arrive at the National Zoo in DC

Two giant pandas from China arrived in D.C. on Tuesday and were transferred to their new home at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
October 16, 2024 at 1:01 AM
Giant pandas from China arrive at the National Zoo in DC
October 15, 2024 at 11:32 PM

Man arrested after dog found tied to post ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall

The dog was found up to its chest in flood waters off Interstate 75 in Tampa on Oct. 9, as many residents were evacuating due to Milton.
October 15, 2024 at 11:32 PM
Florida Highway Patrol troopers rescue a dog left tied to a pole off Interstate 75 in Tampa ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall, Oct. 9, 2024.
October 15, 2024 at 8:16 PM

National Zoo closes to welcome 2 giant pandas from China

Zookeepers welcomed two giant pandas to their new home in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday.
October 15, 2024 at 8:16 PM
A cargo jet operated by FedEx transporting two giant pandas, lands at Dulles airport in Virginia on October 15, 2024.
October 15, 2024 at 8:02 PM

Giant tubeworms part of an ecosystem found thriving under the seafloor

A thriving ecosystem has been uncovered in the depths of the Pacific Ocean.
October 15, 2024 at 8:02 PM
Lava formation is seen in the East Pacific Rift zone, April 8, 2016.
October 15, 2024 at 7:50 PM

The pandas are coming! The pandas are coming!

The National Zoo’s long dark panda drought has come to an end
October 15, 2024 at 7:50 PM
In this image taken from video and released by China's National Forestry and Grassland Administration, female giant panda Qing Bao is prepared for transport from the Dujiangyan Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda in southwestern China's Sichuan province on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. (Jin Tao/China's National Forestry and Grassland Administration via AP)
October 15, 2024 at 1:58 PM

A Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys die in 2 days

Hong Kong’s oldest zoo is seeking answers in a monkey medical mystery after nine animals died in two days, including three members of a critically endangered species
October 15, 2024 at 1:58 PM
A buff-cheeked gibbon swings in its cage at Hong Kong's Zoological and Botanical Gardens in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024. (AP Photo)
October 15, 2024 at 7:42 AM

Kenya relocates 50 elephants to larger park; sign poaching under control: Officials

Kenya is moving 50 elephants from a national reserve to a larger park after overpopulation overwhelmed the ecosystem, in what has been hailed as a conservation success
October 15, 2024 at 7:42 AM
Kenya Wildlife Service rangers and capture team release five elephants at Aberdare National Park, located in central Kenya Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Brian Inganga)
October 14, 2024 at 9:01 PM

This is how long hunting season for black bears lasts in New Jersey

Bear hunting season has begun in New Jersey -- a controversial measure aimed to curb the population of nuisance black bears interacting with humans.
October 14, 2024 at 9:01 PM
A black Bear is seen in this stock photo.
October 14, 2024 at 7:26 PM

Black bear hunting season begins in New Jersey

Bear hunting season has begun in New Jersey -- a controversial measure aimed to curb the population of nuisance black bears interacting with humans.
October 14, 2024 at 7:26 PM
Bear hunting season has begun in New Jersey -- a controversial measure aimed to curb the population of nuisance black bears interacting with humans.
October 12, 2024 at 1:56 AM

Bull moose go antler-to-antler in Alaska neighborhood

A man in Alaska working on his car in his driveway was interrupted by brawling bull moose headed in his direction, clashing antlers as they battled along the road.
October 12, 2024 at 1:56 AM
Bull moose go antler-to-antler in Alaska neighborhood
October 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM

Avian enthusiasts try to counter the deadly risk of Chicago high-rises for migrating birds

Each fall and spring, volunteers dedicated to rescuing injured birds find hundreds on the streets of Chicago that have crashed into buildings
October 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM
Sarah Reich, head veterinarian at the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center, peaks inside a woodpecker box in the rehabilitation care facility Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, in Glen Ellyn, Ill. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
October 11, 2024 at 12:04 AM

160 shelter dogs rescued by community ahead of Hurricane Milton’s landfall

A dog shelter in Florida had 160 dogs who needed foster homes ahead of Hurricane Milton. Then, the community came together.
October 11, 2024 at 12:04 AM
Animal lovers help rescue dogs from the shelters at Medley Animal Services to stay protected from Hurricane Milton.
October 10, 2024 at 8:07 PM

Investigation into roadside zoos finds risks to guests and animals at some facilities

The world of roadside zoos might be inciting to those looking to meet some wild animals, but advocates warn of dangers at such facilities.
October 10, 2024 at 8:07 PM
An elephant is seen at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington D.C., May 23, 2023.
October 10, 2024 at 5:51 PM

Wildlife populations have declined by 73% in 50 years: Study

The World Wildlife Fund warns that the next five years are "crucial for the future of life on Earth."
October 10, 2024 at 5:51 PM
African penguins are seen at the coast of Simon's Town as the number of endangered African penguins has declined due to numerous human factors such as industrial fishing and fuel oil spills in Western Cape, South Africa on Sept.  7, 2024.
October 10, 2024 at 5:10 PM

Wildlife populations declined by 73% in 50 years: Study

The study’s findings revealed declines in “every indicator that tracks the state of nature on a global scale."
October 10, 2024 at 5:10 PM
The study’s findings revealed declines in “every indicator that tracks the state of nature on a global scale."
October 10, 2024 at 11:42 AM

Washington state woman calls 911 after being hounded by up to 100 raccoons

A Washington state woman had to flee her property after 50 to 100 raccoons descended on it and were acting aggressively
October 10, 2024 at 11:42 AM
This image made from a video provided by the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office shows a large group of raccoons on a woman's property in Poulsbo, Wash. (Kitsap County Sheriff's Office via AP)
October 10, 2024 at 7:24 AM

Police hunt suspect who shot and killed 2-year-old sea lion lying on California beach

Federal officials are hunting for a suspect who they say shot and killed a 2-year-old sea lion while it was lying on a California beach, authorities said.
October 10, 2024 at 7:24 AM
The California sea lion was estimated at about 2 years old when it was found shot in the back at Bolsa Chica State Beach August 7, 2024.
October 9, 2024 at 1:07 PM

How Tampa's zoo and aquarium are preparing for Hurricane Milton's arrival

As Hurricane Milton rapidly approaches Tampa Bay, Florida, staff members at the city's zoo and aquarium are working to keep animals safe.
October 9, 2024 at 1:07 PM
African elephants are seen before being moved to protected areas at Zoo Tampa ahead of Hurricane Milton's expected landfall in the middle of this week, on Oct. 7, 2024, in Tampa, Fla.
October 8, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Pup adorably fetches athlete’s golf ball during championship

A dog ran onto the green after Gareth Bale’s ball at the golf championship in Carnoustie, U.K.
October 8, 2024 at 3:10 PM
VIDEO: Pup adorably fetches athlete’s golf ball during championship
October 7, 2024 at 11:59 PM

Black bear, 3 cubs euthanized after clawing of man in Colorado home

A man survived the first bear vs. human attack reported in Colorado this year when he fought off a black bear who broke into his home with her three cubs.
October 7, 2024 at 11:59 PM
Lake City, Colo., June 11, 2019.
October 7, 2024 at 8:26 PM

Watch this dog greet his person the same way he has since she was 15 years old

“POV: You have had the same face waiting for you at every door of every home you’ve ever lived in since you were 15,” Makenzie Cann captioned the video of her dog, Rafeal.
October 7, 2024 at 8:26 PM
VIDEO: Watch this dog greet his person the same way he has since she was 15 years old
October 7, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Moose rescued after getting stuck in backyard swimming pool

Police and firefighters in New Hampshire responded to an unusual call on Thursday morning: A moose trapped under a pool cover in a backyard pool.
October 7, 2024 at 4:30 PM
VIDEO: Moose rescued after getting stuck in backyard swimming pool
October 7, 2024 at 12:14 AM

Bear with 3 cubs attacks man after breaking into Colorado home

Officials say a black bear with three cubs attacked a man in his home after breaking in through a door
October 7, 2024 at 12:14 AM
October 5, 2024 at 2:42 AM

Meet Biscuits, the adorable sea pup making everyone's day

She even has a signature pose.
October 5, 2024 at 2:42 AM
Meet Biscuits, the adorable sea pup making everyone's day
October 4, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Golden retriever therapy dogs 'bring so much light' to young girl with leukemia

A young leukemia patient at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., received a special visit from two therapy dogs, Ellie and Emma.
October 4, 2024 at 7:05 PM
Amara, a patient at Children's National Hospital, smiles for a photo with Emma, a therapy dog and a golden retriever plush toy.
October 4, 2024 at 3:07 PM

‘Dang it, moose': Young boy in Alaska is adorably angry after moose eats his pumpkin

“This is his villain origin story,” posted one commenter on the video which now has 18 million views.
October 4, 2024 at 3:07 PM
VIDEO: ‘Dang it, moose': Young boy in Alaska is adorably angry after moose eats his pumpkin
October 4, 2024 at 1:50 PM

Nibi the 'diva' beaver to stay at rescue center, Massachusetts governor decides

The question of whether a 2-year-old beaver named Nibi can stay with the rescuers she has known since she was a baby or must be released into the wild as winter approaches was resolved when the Massachusetts governor stepped in to protect Nibi
October 4, 2024 at 1:50 PM
This photo provided by Newhouse Wildlife Rescue shows Nibi as a kit at the Newhouse Wildlife Rescue in Chelmsford, Mass., in approximately 2022. (Jane Newhouse/Newhouse Wildlife Rescue via AP)
October 4, 2024 at 10:38 AM

Dozens of zoo tigers die after contracting bird flu in southern Vietnam

More than a dozen tigers have died after contracting bird flu at a zoo in southern Vietnam
October 4, 2024 at 10:38 AM
CORRECTS NAME OF ZOO- Animal health workers spray disinfectant after tigers died of bird flu at Vuon Xoai zoo in Bien Hoa city, Vietnam on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. (Phuoc Tuan/VNExpress via AP)
October 4, 2024 at 10:14 AM

Russian ‘spy whale’ in Norway wasn’t shot dead, likely died of bacterial infection

Authorities say a beluga whale that lived off Norway’s coast and whose harness ignited speculation that it was a Russian spy, was not shot to death as claimed by animal rights groups but died of a bacterial infection
October 4, 2024 at 10:14 AM
FILE - In this photo taken in April 2019 a beluga whale found in Arctic Norway is fed. (Jorgen Ree Wiig, Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries via AP)
October 1, 2024 at 9:58 PM

Montana man gets 6 months in prison for cloning giant sheep and breeding it

An 81-year-old Montana has been sentenced to six months in federal prison and ordered to pay $24,000 in penalties for using tissue and testicles from large sheep hunted in Central Asia and the U.S. to illegally create hybrid sheep for captive trophy hu...
October 1, 2024 at 9:58 PM
FILE - This undated handout photo provided by the Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks, shows a sheep nicknamed Montana Mountain King that was part of unlawful scheme to create large, hybrid species of wild sheep for sale to hunting preserves in Texas. (Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks via AP, File)
October 1, 2024 at 8:04 PM

2 male flamingos become same-sex foster parents raising baby chick at San Diego Zoo

Two male lesser flamingos are officially first-time dads after fostering a chick at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, officials confirmed.
October 1, 2024 at 8:04 PM
Two male lesser flamingos are officially first-time dads after fostering a chick at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, officials confirmed.
October 1, 2024 at 2:12 PM

How the process of de-extinction will be used to restore this fabled species

The debate on whether the fabled ivory-billed woodpecker is actually extinct may soon be over.
October 1, 2024 at 2:12 PM
An ivory-billed woodpecker specimen is on a display at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, Sept. 24, 2021.
September 27, 2024 at 1:02 AM

Police officer stops traffic to rescue kitten from road

Office Brennen Flanigan asked the community in Rochester, Michigan, for help coming up with names for the kitten, which he adopted.
September 27, 2024 at 1:02 AM
VIDEO: Police officer stops traffic to rescue kitten from road
September 24, 2024 at 4:18 PM

Watch this golden doodle pup meet his human baby brother

Goldendoodle Theo was curious to check out his new bud, Joseph.
September 24, 2024 at 4:18 PM
Goldendoodle Theo was curious to check out his new bud, Joseph.
September 23, 2024 at 12:31 AM

8 bulls escape rodeo after plowing through chain-link fence

The bulls escaped from a rodeo after plowing through a chain-link fence in Massachusetts on Sunday.
September 23, 2024 at 12:31 AM
Bulls escape a rodeo in Massachusetts (PHOTO: Courtesy of Maynor León H)
September 22, 2024 at 3:01 AM

Bear cubs spotted playing on trampoline

Bear cubs had a field day as they were seen wandering into a Massachusetts backyard and started playing on a trampoline.
September 22, 2024 at 3:01 AM
VIDEO: Bear cubs spotted playing on trampoline
September 22, 2024 at 3:01 AM

Golden retriever finds new trick to playing fetch

Two-year-old golden retriever Remi found a new way to play fetch while her mom runs on the treadmill.
September 22, 2024 at 3:01 AM
VIDEO: Golden retriever finds new trick to playing fetch
1 month ago

Pesto, the fuzzy baby penguin, has become a sensation 'around the world'

Pesto, the baby penguin from Australia has recently gone viral online.
1 month ago
Pesto, a baby Penguin at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium in Australia, has become an internet sensation.
1 month ago

Python traps Thai woman for 2 hours before being rescued

A 64-year-old woman was preparing food at her home when the python took hold of her, officials said.
1 month ago
A 64-year-old woman was preparing food at her home when the python took hold of her, officials said.
1 month ago

Vet team performs world-1st surgery on UK Rhino

A team of over ten vets have on Thursday performed what they described as a ground-breaking world-first surgery on a Rhino with a broken leg.
1 month ago
A team of veterinarians perform a medial procedure on Amara, a rhino with a broken leg, at Knowsley Safari in Merseyside, England, in a photo distributed by the safari on Sept. 19, 2024.
1 month ago

Pilot on mission to save adorable baby seals

Jayson Biggins volunteers in the Vancouver area with organizations like the Island Wildlife Natural Care Center.
1 month ago
Jayson Biggins volunteers in the Vancouver area with organizations like the Island Wildlife Natural Care Center.
1 month ago

Capybara named Cinnamon found days after UK zoo escape

A capybara that went missing from her enclosure in Telford, United Kingdom, was located on Wednesday after sparking a dayslong search.
1 month ago
Cinnamon the Capybara was located in a field and section of woodland near the zoo. Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World announced Sept. 18, 2024.
1 month ago

River otter attacks mother, child walking on marina dock: Officials

The rare river otter attack occurred Thursday morning at a marina in Bremerton, located on the Puget Sound across from Seattle, wildlife officials said.
1 month ago
A river otter is seen in this undated photo released by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
1 month ago

Animal rights group calls for release of Argentina's last captive orca

Kshamenk – a male orca – has been living in Argentina’s largest aquarium since 1992.
1 month ago
In this screen grab from Google Maps Street View, the Acuario Mundo Marino is shown in Magdalena, Colombia.
1 month ago

Rhino calf brings joy to Australian zoo

A rhino calf born recently at an Australian zoo was given the name "Jabulani," a Zulu word meaning for "rejoice."
1 month ago
VIDEO: Rhino calf brings joy to Australian zoo
1 month ago

Brazilian firefighters rescue baby marmoset from forest fire

Firefighters in Brazil rescued a baby marmoset from a forest fire in Pau Furado State Park, cradling it and giving it water out of a bottle cap.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Brazilian firefighters rescue baby marmoset from forest fire
1 month ago

Diver has incredibly close encounter with whale sharks in the Maldives

A diver had an up-close and personal experience swimming alongside two whale sharks in the Maldives.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Diver has incredibly close encounter with whale sharks in the Maldives
1 month ago

Central California town on alert for mountain lion

Police say there have been reports of a mountain lion in certain locations of downtown Salinas and on someone's porch.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Central California town on alert for mountain lion
1 month ago

California bear cools off in backyard wading pool

This bear is clearly living its best life, escaping the heat to cool off in a Southern California family's backyard wading pool.
1 month ago
VIDEO: California bear cools off in backyard wading pool