Sharks swimming closer to crowded beaches than previously thought, study says

"We were surprised to find that the sharks we tracked spent so much time near the lights and sounds of the busy city, often close to shore, no matter the time of day," the study author said.

Watch: Black bear stalks family along Canadian trail

A young family recorded a scary encounter with a black bear during a hiking trip last week in Whistler, but their quick thinking kept things from getting worse.

Strawberry moon: When, where to look for June’s supermoon event

June’s supermoon has been dubbed the strawberry moon because it traditionally happens during the time of year when many species of berries are ready and at their ripest for harvest, especially sweet strawberries.

Body of missing boater recovered from James River

Police in Henrico County, Virginia have found what they believe is the body of a second missing boater. 

Ex-MMA trainer fights kangaroo that attacked his dogs in wild video

The Australian man suffered injuries to his head, leg and arm and said the kangaroo tried to go after his dogs again after he and the animal battled.

Off-cycle cicada stragglers start to emerge in parts of DC region

Cicada procrastinators who did not emerge with their Brood X brethren in 2021 are finally making their way above ground.

Texas fishermen reel in rare black alligator gar: 'Wild experience'

Two fishermen in Texas were shocked when they reeled in a rare, black alligator gar last week. They snapped some pics and then let the 5-foot-long fish go free.

Wild turkey spotted near Anacostia Metro Station in DC

Another wild turkey sighting has been reported in D.C. – this time it happened Wednesday near the Anacostia Metro Station.

Assateague Island horse moved to Texas after becoming "extremely aggressive," officials say

National Park Service officials say a wild horse who has become "extremely aggressive" with staff and visitors at Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland has been relocated to a Texas wildlife sanctuary.

Potentially rabid fox captured in Arlington neighborhood

A disoriented fox showing signs consistent with rabies was captured and removed from an Arlington neighborhood by animal control officers Tuesday.

3 Sumatran tigers killed by animal traps as worldwide numbers dwindle to 400

Three critically endangered Sumatran tigers are dead after being caught in traps in Indonesia. Only about 400 are left in the wild, experts say.

What to do if a rabies-infected animal bites you?

The fox that bit Rep. Ami Bera, a reporter, and at least 7 other people in Washington, D.C. Tuesday was euthanized and tested positive for having the rabies virus, Fox News reported.  

Wind energy company kills at least 150 eagles in US, pleads guilty

The company pleaded guilty to criminal charges and was ordered to pay over $8 million in fines and restitution after at least 150 eagles were killed at its wind farms in eight states.