'Extraordinary': Rare video shows 5 mountain lions together in California
“We shared the videos and photos with several of our wildlife biologists, and none of them could recall ever seeing five mountain lions together," said Peter Tira, spokesman for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Pigeon dies after having cowboy hat glued on its head, rescue group says
One of several pigeons spotted in Las Vegas last year wearing tiny cowboy hats has died, according to a local rescue group.
Zoo Atlanta gorillas have fun swinging behind the scenes
Several gorillas had Zoo Atlanta had some fun swinging around behind the scenes in their indoor area.
Australian government pledges $50 million in aid for wildlife affected by bushfire crisis
Australia's government is allocating $50 million to help wildlife affected in the bushfire crisis.
Fisherman catches 350-pound fish near southwest Florida, researchers confirm it's 'a big old fish'
The FWC said that this particular fish is the oldest specimen of its kind that they’ve studied
Kitten needs eye removed after getting attacked by predator
A small cat in the UK barely survived after being attacked by a fox or other large predator.
2 teens charged with felony animal cruelty in connection with viral deer abuse video
Authorities have charged Alexander Brock Smith, 18, and a 17-year-old male with two felony counts of aggravated animal cruelty.
Koala-sniffing dog aids in 15 wildlife rescues as Australian bushfires ravage habitats
A 4-year-old springer spaniel named Taylor has been performing a special kind of search and rescue effort as bushfires rage across much of Australia — she’s a detection dog who has helped locate and rescue 15 koalas from scorched regions of New South Wales this fire season.
10,000 feral camels at risk of being shot as they search for water amid Australia’s severe drought
Up to 10,000 feral camels in South Australia could be killed as they consume scarce water sources in drought-afflicted areas and cause damage to local infrastructure.
Man arrested after allegedly beating stolen horse in Brookshire
The Brookshire Police Department says a man who was wanted for allegedly beating and punching a stolen horse was taken into custody in Austin County.
Sea lion shot with pellet gun forced to be humanely euthanized due to injuries
A sea lion who was shot with a pellet gun and found in distress in Newport Beach in December was humanely euthanized due to the extent of its injuries.
'Beary Bad Problem': Determined Orlando cub makes off with early breakfast from trash can
“He was just hungry,” the homeowner wrote.
Australia’s destructive wildfires seen from space in NASA images
NASA released images showing the devastation from the bushfires burning all over Australia.
Police in Maryland say suspect lured gulls, ran them over
Police in suburban Washington are investigating an apparent animal cruelty case involving seagulls that officers say were lured with popcorn and then run over with a vehicle.
Woman who fell off camel suing TripAdvisor for failing to make sure the tour was safe
A woman who fell off a camel in Morocco is suing TripAdvisor for allegedly failing to make sure the tour was safe.
3 mountain lions killed after feeding on human remains
Three mountain lions found feeding on human remains near a popular Tucson hiking trail have been killed, Arizona authorities said Wednesday.
Pa. Game Commission: Investigation into 'reprehensible' video of teens abusing deer nearly complete
A game warden in Pennsylvania says the Game Commission’s investigation into footage showing the “reprehensible” abuse of an injured deer is nearly complete.
Santa Clarita barn rescues family of pigs who were about to become Christmas dinner
A Santa Clarita rescue group went to great lengths to save a mother and her eight babies…the family of nine is actually a pig and her eight little piglets.
Cyclist gives thirsty koala a drink during severe heatwave in Australia
A cyclist gave water to a thirsty koala during her morning ride in Adelaide, Australia on Dec. 27. A severe heatwave has gripped South Australia on Dec. 27.
Judge blocks California’s alligator ban after Louisiana sues
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a California law banning the import and sale of alligator and crocodile products.