India’s tiger population surges—study reveals key factors behind the success
India has doubled its tiger population in just over a decade, thanks to conservation efforts that protect habitats, curb poaching, and boost local communities.
India has doubled its tiger population in just over a decade, thanks to conservation efforts that protect habitats, curb poaching, and boost local communities.
How did a baby shark hatch without a male around? Louisiana aquarium investigates
The Shreveport Aquarium in Louisiana is investigating the mysterious birth of a baby swell shark, despite no male sharks being present in the tank for three years.
The Shreveport Aquarium in Louisiana is investigating the mysterious birth of a baby swell shark, despite no male sharks being present in the tank for three years.
PETA wants to replace Punxsutawney Phil with 'vegan weather reveal cake'
PETA announced that it has offered the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club a free vegan cake every year if it allows Punxsutawney Phil to retire.
PETA announced that it has offered the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club a free vegan cake every year if it allows Punxsutawney Phil to retire.
12-foot shark swims into Florida marina: officials
Marine specialists currently are in a Florida lake assessing a 12-foot mako shark that was spotted Friday.
Marine specialists currently are in a Florida lake assessing a 12-foot mako shark that was spotted Friday.
DC police, firefighters help rescue deer from icy Potomac River
The Brandywine Valley SPCA Animal Control team, D.C. police and D.C. Fire rescued a deer stranded on the Potomac River Thursday.
The Brandywine Valley SPCA Animal Control team, D.C. police and D.C. Fire rescued a deer stranded on the Potomac River Thursday.
Dogs attack, kill 8-year-old boy near DeLand, sheriff says: 'Tragedy beyond comprehension'
A dog attack has claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy, authorities with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office said.
A dog attack has claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy, authorities with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office said.
Here are signs that poor air quality may affect your pet
Bad air quality can have a negative impact on people, but pets can be more susceptible to it, and these are the things to be aware of to protect your animal.
Bad air quality can have a negative impact on people, but pets can be more susceptible to it, and these are the things to be aware of to protect your animal.
Perry the donkey, model for 'Donkey' character in Shrek movies has died
Perry, the donkey that served as the model for “Donkey," a character in the “Shrek” movies, has died. He was 30.
Perry, the donkey that served as the model for “Donkey," a character in the “Shrek” movies, has died. He was 30.
Nova Scotia homeowner interrupts buck snacking on holiday plants: Caught on camera
A Nova Scotia homeowner deterred a hungry buck from enjoying her holiday porch decorations with the help of her security camera.
A Nova Scotia homeowner deterred a hungry buck from enjoying her holiday porch decorations with the help of her security camera.
Virginia zoo welcomes newborn pygmy hippo
A female pygmy hippopotamus at the Metro Richmond Zoo has welcomed a new addition to her family. On December 9, Iris, the mother hippo, gave birth to a healthy female calf after a seven-month gestation period. This marks the third hippo birth at the zoo in the past five years.
A female pygmy hippopotamus at the Metro Richmond Zoo has welcomed a new addition to her family. On December 9, Iris, the mother hippo, gave birth to a healthy female calf after a seven-month gestation period. This marks the third hippo birth at the zoo in the past five years.
Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
Arizona dog found with heartbreaking note from family looks for forever home
A four-year-old lab mix was found with a heartbreaking note from his family, who said they "had no choice" but to leave him at an Arizona Humane shelter in Phoenix.
A four-year-old lab mix was found with a heartbreaking note from his family, who said they "had no choice" but to leave him at an Arizona Humane shelter in Phoenix.
Rare insects found in South African flower shipment at Dulles Airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport intercepted two rare insects in a shipment of flowers from South Africa, officials announced Monday.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport intercepted two rare insects in a shipment of flowers from South Africa, officials announced Monday.
Here's a look at the top pet names of 2024
Rover had the top pet names for male and females pets, as well as other unique subcategories such as “It Girl" names, food names, and more.
Rover had the top pet names for male and females pets, as well as other unique subcategories such as “It Girl" names, food names, and more.
Ashes of puppy killed in tragic plane crash brought to deceased pilot's family in Virginia
The ashes of a pilot and a puppy killed in a plane crash last month were brought to the pilot's family in Northern Virginia.
The ashes of a pilot and a puppy killed in a plane crash last month were brought to the pilot's family in Northern Virginia.
2025 TSA Canine Calendar: Meet the dogs
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, if you’re a dog lover.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, if you’re a dog lover.
Video: Playful fox jumps around on slippery, snow-covered car
A man’s car became a fox’s winter playground amid a snowstorm earlier this month.
A man’s car became a fox’s winter playground amid a snowstorm earlier this month.
Woman serves Thanksgiving feast to neighborhood animals
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
Watch: Adorable cat rescued from drainpipe
The cat was not injured after firefighters removed the animal from the drainpipe.
The cat was not injured after firefighters removed the animal from the drainpipe.
National Zoo kicks off holiday season with ZooLights
The Smithsonian National Zoo kicked off the holiday season with ZooLights on Friday.
The Smithsonian National Zoo kicked off the holiday season with ZooLights on Friday.