This problematic insect could threaten crops across the USThe spotted lanternfly is native to China and was first detected in the U.S. in 2014.
The vaquita porpoise nears extinction from gillnet entanglementAfter nearly three decades of consistent warnings, the vaquita is on the brink of extinction.
This bloodhound named 'Hoss' helps find missing elderly and othersThe friendly dog is trained to find some of our population's most vulnerable people. And a surprising corporate sponsor helped with his education.
Why do cats hiss at us?If you have a cat, you already know they sometimes hiss. It’s part of the way they communicate.
Rare walrus calf rescued in Alaska now under 24-hour 'cuddle care'He's estimated to be about 1 month old.
Bear bites man relaxing in hammock, Colorado officials sayOfficials are trying to locate the bear, which will be euthanized once it's found.
Could artificial islands be the key to saving some endangered birds?An endangered species is using a man-made floating island in Maryland to breed.
How to walk your dog when the pavement is hotWhen the outdoor temperature hits 86 degrees Fahrenheit, the asphalt registers a much hotter 135 degrees.
Portion of Los Angeles quarantined over fruit fly infestationThe quarantine area covers a 79-square-mile area.
California animal shelters announce they're seeking kitten cuddlersCuddling with pets has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression, and it can also help pet parents stay in better tune with their pets' health.
Racing to resume at Churchill Downs following horse deathsChurchill Downs suspended racing operations in June, following the deaths of 12 horses.
How horses are being used to treat patients with PTSDThe treatment involves leading and grooming the horses and gaining trust. It's also about learning to control and gauge emotions.
The latest invasive species to plague Florida: Adorable bunniesA breeder in the area raised a group of the rabbits but left them behind when she moved. Now it's estimated they've grown into a herd of up to 100.
| Simplemost and Tod Caviness
Woman dead after apparent grizzly bear attack near YellowstoneWildlife officials said the attack comes amid a rise in Montana's grizzly bear population and an increase in sightings.
Scientists suspect 'Cocaine Sharks' feast on dumped drugs near FloridaSharks could also be ingesting various pharmaceuticals found in the ocean, including lidocaine, amphetamine, antidepressants, and birth control.
With all the recent shark activity, should you stay out of the water?Shark activity has been putting swimmers on alert, but is this year that much different than any other?
German police conclude search for suspected lion roaming near BerlinAuthorities who reviewed video footage of the animal determined it may have just been a wild boar.
German police search for suspected lion on the loose near BerlinPolice suspect it may have come from someone who was keeping it as a pet.
Bison gores woman at Yellowstone National ParkThe woman was reportedly walking with another person in a field near the north shore of Lake Yellowstone when they saw two bison.
COVID hit deer population, generating mutation passed on to humansOfficials said they sampled more than 11,000 deer and detected the virus in 12% of them, but even more had antibodies.
19-foot invasive Burmese python captured in FloridaOfficials said it was the longest Burmese python ever captured in the state, which has a few too many of the snakes in the wild.
Dinosaur discoveries link prehistoric findings to local communitiesA new museum in Eagle, Colorado captures local prehistoric findings and connects people to what lived there up to 230 million years ago.
Bobcat rescued from car's engine compartment in ArizonaAn Arizona sheriff's office explains how it freed a bobcat from inside a car after a driver heard noises coming from underneath it.
Are gorillas spending too much time looking at cellphones?One zoo is telling visitors to stop showing its gorillas cellphone videos. It's not the only zoo concerned about screen time.
Are dogs and cats really colorblind? Here's what we knowTikTok's popular "dog vision" filter has people wondering what pets see.
Blood-sucking sea lampreys on the rise in Great Lakes againThis invasive species poses a threat to recreational and commercial fishing.
| Simplemost and Bridget Sharkey
Farmers clash with feral hogs causing significant damage to cropsThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says feral hogs can be found in every single county except El Paso.
| Scripps News Staff and John Mone
Shark attacks in New York, sightings in Florida put swimmers on alertWith beach trips expected to persist throughout the summer, we have a few recommendations to reduce the likelihood of encountering sharks.
Can the blue whale's comeback provide clues on saving other species?The blue whale is the largest animal on the planet, and once faced extinction due to commercial whaling.
Toxic algae in Southern California is injuring and killing marine lifeA toxic algae bloom is injuring or killing scores of marine animals in Southern California, from fish to sea lions and dolphins.
