The invasive species of greatest concern in Virginia for 2026
Virginia officials track dozens of invasive species harming ecosystems and agriculture. Here are some of the biggest concerns heading into 2026.
Virginia officials track dozens of invasive species harming ecosystems and agriculture. Here are some of the biggest concerns heading into 2026.
California millionaire trampled to death by elephants while on African hunting expedition
The 75-year-old and his guide stumbled into female elephants with a calf in the Lope-Okanda rainforest.
The 75-year-old and his guide stumbled into female elephants with a calf in the Lope-Okanda rainforest.
Roadkill found in freezer at Chinese restaurant, police say
Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.
Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
NOAA finally identifies ‘golden orb’; here’s what it is
The mystery of the "golden orb," an unidentified object that captured widespread public interest when it was collected during a NOAA expedition, has finally been solved.
The mystery of the "golden orb," an unidentified object that captured widespread public interest when it was collected during a NOAA expedition, has finally been solved.
Maine lobsterman found dead after boat discovered adrift overnight
A 63-year-old Maine lobsterman was found dead after his boat was discovered running unattended overnight, sparking a search in coastal waters.
A 63-year-old Maine lobsterman was found dead after his boat was discovered running unattended overnight, sparking a search in coastal waters.
Invasive jumping worms are spreading in the US, and they can't be eradicated
An invasive “crazy worm" is spreading, and it can wreak havoc on your garden.
An invasive “crazy worm" is spreading, and it can wreak havoc on your garden.
Osprey attempts to steal fish from bald eagle
A man captured rare footage of an osprey attempting to scavenge a fish from a bald eagle on a lake in British Columbia.
A man captured rare footage of an osprey attempting to scavenge a fish from a bald eagle on a lake in British Columbia.
Maryland designates megalodon the official state shark
Maryland is the first state in the country with an official state shark.
Maryland is the first state in the country with an official state shark.
Fisherman risks life to rescue great white shark caught on fishing line: ‘He didn’t hesitate’
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Maryland officials say with warm weather, black bears are back and searching for food
It's April, and that means that in parts of Maryland, bears are back. They advise residents to avoid creating "backyard bear attractions." That means removing backyard bird feeders, being careful with garbage, and more. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has more details from the DNR.
It's April, and that means that in parts of Maryland, bears are back. They advise residents to avoid creating "backyard bear attractions." That means removing backyard bird feeders, being careful with garbage, and more. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has more details from the DNR.
7 fox kits rescued after being trapped in a window well in Alexandria
Seven fox kits were rescued after being trapped in a window well in Alexandria.
Seven fox kits were rescued after being trapped in a window well in Alexandria.
Big Bear's Jackie and Shadow welcome two eaglets
Two eagle eggs in Jackie and Shadow’s nest have hatched.
Two eagle eggs in Jackie and Shadow’s nest have hatched.
Rescued humpback whale stranded again in Germany’s Baltic Sea
A humpback whale that was freed after days trapped in shallow waters at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany has become stranded again.
A humpback whale that was freed after days trapped in shallow waters at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany has become stranded again.
FWC investigating after video shows influencer repeatedly shooting at alligator
The FWC says it is looking into an online video where a popular streamer fired multiple rounds at an alligator.
The FWC says it is looking into an online video where a popular streamer fired multiple rounds at an alligator.
Video: Florida cat's face-to-face encounter with gator lurking outside home
A Florida homeowner captured a tense and unusual moment when his house cat came face-to-face with a young alligator just outside his home.
A Florida homeowner captured a tense and unusual moment when his house cat came face-to-face with a young alligator just outside his home.
Spiders the size of a human hand are spreading throughout the US
The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.
The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.
Viral video shows trucks driving through foot of water on thawing Minnesota lake
A viral video shows fishermen driving through approximately 12 inches of standing water atop the frozen surface of Lake of the Woods following recent warm weather.
A viral video shows fishermen driving through approximately 12 inches of standing water atop the frozen surface of Lake of the Woods following recent warm weather.
39 live pythons discovered on tractor-trailer trying to cross into Mexico
Officers selected the driver for inspection and discovered 39 live pythons hidden inside the tractor-trailer.
Officers selected the driver for inspection and discovered 39 live pythons hidden inside the tractor-trailer.
10-year-old boy discovers rare megalodon tooth in Calvert County
In early March, a 10-year-old Maryland boy found a megalodon tooth, and now, he and his family are excited to share the details of this rare find. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has the story.
In early March, a 10-year-old Maryland boy found a megalodon tooth, and now, he and his family are excited to share the details of this rare find. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has the story.