The 60 invasive aquatic animals of 'greatest concern' in Pennsylvania waters
Pennsylvania officials say nearly 60 invasive aquatic animal species pose risks to the state’s lakes, rivers and streams. These include highly impactful species already spreading, along with dangerous potential invaders that have not yet reached the commonwealth.
These are the 28 invasive insect species of 'greatest concern' in Pennsylvania
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has cataloged 28 invasive insect species that threaten forests, agriculture and ecosystems – with many already spreading in Pennsylvania landscapes.
Colorado Springs firefighters rescue deer stuck in fence
Firefighters in Colorado Springs rescued a deer that became stuck in an iron rod fence.
Bears steal groceries from family's pick-up: 'That's our food!'
The bears took a bag of food off one of the pickup trucks seen in the video and scurried off.
Watch: Sharks, humpback whales seen swimming off Long Island coast
The whales and sharks were spotted swimming off the coast of Montauk in New York.
Yellowstone National Park trail shut down after first bear attack in 4 years
Grizzly bears and black bears coexist in Yellowstone, according to the National Park Service, and it's unclear which one was involved in the attack.
NJ bear attacks 90-year-old Dollar General customer, dog, chases restaurant patrons
A wild situation inside a local store this week ended with an elderly woman sustaining a bear bite, and a 175-pund bear being euthanized by police.
Tourists rescued after orcas attack 2 sailboats off Portuguese coast
First responders were able to locate and rescue the tourists and there were no injuries in the incident.
Florida woman fights off gator dragging leashed puppy into creek while on walk
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
Hikers on psychedelic mushrooms rescued after getting lost in NY mountains
A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.
Arkansas man, 72, mauled by 70-pound bear
The man suffered extensive injuries to his face and upper body before being airlifted to a hospital.
Man dies in shark attack at Sydney beach
A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.
Rare manatee sighting in Texas temporarily halts $64 million construction project
According to the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, sometimes West Indian Manatees migrate from Florida to Texas in the summer. These sightings are still rare.
8-year-old boy bitten by shark while snorkeling at Florida beach, deputies say
An 8-year-old boy was bitten by a shark on Monday while snorkeling off Key Largo, Florida, deputies say.
Popular beaches closed after warnings of stinging blue dragon sea slugs
Blue dragon sea slugs' venom is very powerful, and touching one, even through gloves, can cause a painful sting.
Watch: Video shows rare fish's ability to climb rocks
The tiny fish were seen swimming, or rather "climbing" up rocks, a behavior that hadn't been seen before.
Shark takes huge bite out of surfer’s board: 'It bit right behind him’
An Australian surfer narrowly escaped injury after a shark bit his board in half.
Black bear crashes vacation, takes a dip in Tennessee hot tub
Caught on camera: A black bear recently turned a Tennessee hot tub into its personal spa.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hiker made fatal mistake when encountering venomous snake, officials say
Emergency responders performed CPR after witnesses said the hiker picked up a rattlesnake.