The Legal Consequences of Killing a Bald Eagle May Surprise You
Bald eagles are protected under federal law, and harming or killing one can carry severe penalties. Here's what the law says, including potential fines and prison time.
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A Colossal Next Act: A Genetic Census of Every Endangered Species in America
Colossal Biosciences has signed a partnership with the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to bank the genetic material of all 2,300-plus ESA-listed plants and animals
Our Oceans Are Becoming More Acidic — Here’s What That Means
What is ocean acidification, the phenomenon that is increasing the ocean's hydrogen ion concentrations due to our reliance on fossil fuels?
A Weird Looking Mosquito Has Captured the Internet's Attention
A weird looking mosquito has gone viral on Reddit thanks to its unusual appearance, but there's a perfectly reasonable answer as to why they look this way.
How to Dispose of Bear Spray in Yellowstone Without Putting Workers at Risk
Visitors heading to Yellowstone are being reminded not to throw bear spray in the trash as disposal problems continue growing around the national park.
A Tourist Is Facing Federal Charges After Throwing a Rock at a Hawaiian Monk Seal
A tourist throws a rock at Hawaiian Monk Seal in incriminating video that may now lead to federal charges as these seals are endangered.
David Attenborough Celebrates His 100th Birthday in 2026 — Is He Still Working?
Fans of the beloved David Attenborough have been wondering when the filmmaker will celebrate his 100th birthday, ringing in decades of award winning work.
Hikers Say They Were Attacked by a Bear in Yellowstone National Park
Two hikers sound like they are lucky to be alive after they said they were attacked by a bear at Yellowstone National Park in April 2026.
Florida Thinks It Has Found Its Solution to Burmese Pythons in a Surprising Place
Possums are being put to work in Florida in the fight against invasive Burmese pythons, here's how the experts are using the creatures.
10-Year-old Girl Finds a Mexican Axolotl Far From Its Home in Wales
A girl is making headlines after she found an axolotl while wading at a Wales watering hold while on vacation with her family, stunning experts.
A Viral Post Claims That Whales Don’t Die of Old Age, but Instead They Drown — Here’s What Really Happens to Old Whales
A viral video claims that whales don't die of old age, but instead drowning. Here's what actually happens when whales when the get too old.
"Pip Watch" Is on for Big Bear Valley Bald Eagle Eggs — When Will They Hatch?
When will Jackie and Shadow's eggs hatch? People of Big Bear Valley tune into a streamed look at the eagles' nest while they wait for their babies.
Plans to Remove Wild Horses From This U.S. State Spark Debate
Where are wild horses in the U.S.? Surprisingly, there are still several places you can travel to if you want to observe roving wild horses.
Dolphins Have Figured Out a Way To Get High off of Pufferfish... Yes, Really
Do dolphins get high on pufferfish? Understanding how the mammals use the toxins found in pufferfish to get high while they are swimming.
Yellowstone’s Most Acidic Geyser Erupts After Years of Inactivity
Yellowstone has documented an eruption from its Echinus Geyser, which slowly ceased erupting in the decades leading up to it's last 20217 show.
A Blood Moon Is Expected To Rise the Night of the Lunar Eclipse
There will be a total lunar eclipse the same night as a blood moon in 2026, and it will be visible to nearly 2.5 billion people in March.
People Are Crying After Finding out Giraffes Have Nowhere to Hide During Storms
Where do giraffes go during storms? When it rains, the tall animals may struggle to find shelter, especially from dangerous lightening strikes.
Redditors Discover Snow May Not Melt in the Microwave — Here’s the Fascinating Reason Why
A Reddit user attempted to microwave a clump of snow, but discovered that the snow failed to melt. Many are stumped by this scientific oddity.
See the Mesmerizing Footage of a Rare Giant Phantom Jellyfish
Scientist off the coast of Argentina are reeling after a rare giant jellyfish sighting. The underwater footage offers a stunning look at the creature.
Florida’s Weather Now Includes Falling Iguanas, but What Makes the Reptiles Freeze?
Why do iguanas freeze? The reptiles have been seen falling from trees as temperatures drop in regions where they live, creating dangerous conditions.
The Giant Panda Has Officially Come off the Endangered List
The giant panda is no longer endangered. The species has been downgraded to the vulnerable list after decades of conservation efforts.
What Caused the Devastation That Plagues the Aral Sea?
What happened to the Aral Sea? The once third-largest lake in the world has been drying and shrinking since the 1960s thanks to Soviet era practices.
Colossal Foundation Commits $500,000 to Restore Sacred Condor to Ancestral Nez Perce Skies
Decade-long partnership supports tribally led effort to restore North America’s largest land bird to Hells Canyon for the first time in more than a century.
Was Mount Everest Once Underwater? Nearly 500 Million Years Ago, It Was Once the Seafloor
Scientists believe that nearly half a billion years ago, the majestic Mount Everest was under water. It's hard to believe, but here are details.
Scientists Say a Fungus in Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone Is Thriving by Feeding on Radiation
In the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, a black fungus resides in a radioactive environment that feeds on radiation. Here's how this fungus is thriving.
Archaeologists Have a Theory As to Why 5,000 Holes Were Made in Peru Hundreds of Years Ago
One of the most mysterious archaeological sites that has baffled researchers for about a century has a new theory as to why 5,000 holes were made.
A Photographer Captured Video of a Man Approaching Wolves in Yellowstone National Park
A photographer captured video footage of a man approaching wolves in Yellowstone National Park. Here's what we know about the infuriating incident.
A Beached Whale off the Oregon Coast Has Been Euthanized After Being Caught in Fishing Net
A young, beached humpback whale has been euthanized after being caught in a fishing net. Attempts to rescue her proved futile.
Wolf Reintroduction Programs Helped Yellowstone Packs Flourish
In 1987, officials began the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone, kicking off a wolf management program that saw great success.
Here's Why the Northern Lights Usually Look Better in Photos
Why do the northern lights sometimes look better in photos? Understanding why you don't see the colors as vibrantly with the naked eye.
Iceland’s Mosquito Problem May Be a Scary Sign of Things To Come
Mosquitoes have reportedly been found in Iceland for the first time, sending a chilling preview of the potential effects of climate change.
Everything You Need To Know About Earth’s Extra "Moon"
Does the earth have two moons? A quasi-moon has appeared in the sky, but what is the story with the rock orbiting our planet until 2083?
Koko the Gorilla's Last Words Before Her Death in 2018 — Here's What She Signed
Koko the Gorilla died unexpectedly at the Gorilla Foundation's preserve in 2018, but the 46-year-old primate had a final message for her fans.
Japan Sees a Spike in Bear-Related Deaths Due to Climate Change
Officials in Japan say deaths from bear attacks are ion the rise, partly due to climate change related migration impacts in populated areas.
Marineland Canada Threatens To Euthanize 30 Whales if Canada Doesn’t Provide Funding
Marineland Canada has demanded funding from the Canadian government, lest they euthanize 30 beluga whales living in captivity.
How To See Fast-Moving Draconid Meteor Shower in October
The Draconid meteor shower is visible in the U.S. in the month of October. Find out how you can see it, and when it's expected to end.
Many Fear the Day That the Volcano at Yellowstone Erupts, but Will It Ever Happen?
Will Yellowstone ever erupt? Many people worry about the likelihood that the supervolcano beneath the park will stir to live one day.
A Step-By-Step Guide on Taking Photos on the Northern Light With an iPhone
With more and more areas able to witness the majesty of the aurora borealis, people are asking how to take photos of the norther lights on an iPhone.
Want To Visit Yellowstone? Better Do It Before the Park Closes for the Season
Millions of people visit Yellowstone National Park each year, making it important for them to know when it closes down for the season.
Toxic Levels of "Forever Chemicals" Found in North Carolina Beaches — What Does This Mean?
Hopefully you haven't gone for a swim in a North Carolina beach recently, as toxic levels of forever chemicals were detected. Here's what this means.
A Man Is Recovering After Being Attacked by a Bear at Yellowstone National Park
A 29-year-old man was attacked by a bear while visiting Yellowstone National Park. He was hiking alone when the incident happened.
Want To See a Great White Shark? Here's Why You Won’t See One in Captivity in an Aquarium
Why are there no great white sharks in captivity? The apex predator is wildly famous, but you can't see them in any aquarium attractions.
Underwater Robot Discovers Three New Species of Deep Sea Snailfish
The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute employed an underwater robot to discover new deep sea snailfish species.
Are There Kissing Bugs in California? All About Kissing Bugs and Chagas Disease
Kissing bugs have found their way to the U.S., specifically California. They bring disease with them. Learn more about what to know.
Leave the Rocks Alone — Why Rock Stacking Is a Bad Idea
Is rock stacking bad? Experts are telling people to stop building carins when they are out in the wild, claiming that the practice is harmful.
Will Hurricane Kiko Hit Hawaii? Here’s What We Know
If you have been tracking the path of Hurricane Kiko, you may be wondering if Hawaii will be impacted. Does Hawaii get hurricanes?
A Bright Orange Shark Has Been Spotted in the Waters of Costa Rica
A 2024 discovery is shocking ocean lovers after it was announced that an orange nurse shark was found swimming in the waters of Costa Rica.
Hiker Picks Up Rattlesnake on Trail — and Dies From Bite
A hiker on a Tennessee trail was ridiculous enough to touch a wild animal, picking up a rattlesnake that predictably bit him.
Cape Buffalo Strikes Again: Hunter Killed by One of Africa’s Most Dangerous Animals
Why are Cape buffalo so dangerous? The animals are nicknamed Black Death, and the reason why may not come as a shock to anyone who has ever seen them.
If Whales Go Silent, What Comes Next? Their Extinction Could Shatter Ocean Ecosystems
A world without whales is inconceivable — until it isn't. Blue whales have gone silent, and their food sources are drying up. What's next?