Dolphin in North Carolina dies after ingesting plastic bag
A bottlenose dolphin was found dead in North Carolina, with a necropsy revealing a knotted plastic bag in its stomach as the likely cause of death.
Dinosaur-era wasp may have snatched its prey: ‘Truly fascinating’
Researchers uncovered an ancient wasp with a Venus flytrap-like structure in 99-million-year-old amber. Here's what they have learned about the new species.
Animal rarely seen off North Carolina coast spotted for first time in 5 years
The animal was far from its usual range, according to marine wildlife experts.
Deadly toxic algae bloom causing sea lions to become sick, violent
Toxic algae bloom is wreaking havoc on the Southern California coast, especially in local sea lions, causing seizures, stillbirths, even violence.
Pollen reaches high to extreme levels across southern US as season reaches full throttle
NOAA’s spring weather outlook predicts a dry, warm season, which will prevent rain from washing away the pollen, further aggravating allergies.
Watch: Crocodile and alligator battle it out in Everglades National Park
A crocodile and an alligator were seen snapping, biting and hissing at each other in Everglades National Park.
Watch: Snowboarder outruns avalanche on Mount Washington
Footage from an observatory captures the snowboarder's near encounter with the avalanche in New Hampshire.
US tourist who took baby wombat in Australia could have visa canceled, official says
An Instagram influencer is facing criticism after a social media video reportedly captured her running off with a baby wombat in Australia.
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.
Live bat found in Cedar Park tests positive for rabies: police
A live bat found in Cedar Park has tested positive for rabies. Police believe the bat came into contact with multiple people and/or animals.
Texas wildlife refuge officially renamed after Jocelyn Nungaray
On Monday, the U.S. Secretary of the Interior officially renamed the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge after Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old Houston girl who was murdered last year.
Watch: Dolphins catch waves with California surfers, wowing onlookers
Spectacular video shows the moment a pod of dolphins joined a group of surfers off the California coast.
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.
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.
You can eat these 5 invasive animals to help population control, US Fish & Wildlife Service says
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
Scientists create mice with woolly mammoth-like fur through genetic engineering
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Woman stung by scorpion at Boston's Logan Airport, hospitalized for treatment
A woman was hospitalized after being stung by a scorpion at Logan International Airport in Boston on Sunday night.
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.
Stunning video shows inside of shark's mouth as it chews on diver's camera
Divers off the Bahamas were treated to an up-close view of the inside of a shark’s mouth when the shark swallowed a camera, providing stunning video.
Alaska’s Mount Spurr being closely watched for signs of an explosive eruption
Mount Spurr is part of the Ring of Fire, located in southern Alaska. The mountain is a stratovolcano, which means it has steep slopes and is known for its explosive eruptions. The last major eruption occurred in 1992, which caused a significant disruption in air travel across the Pacific Ocean.