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August 14, 2024

Man in Mississippi discovers rare mammoth tusk dating back to Ice Age

A man who was exploring in Madison County, Mississippi, found a 7-foot, Ice Age-era Columbian mammoth tusk before scientists arrived to evaluate the rare discovery.

August 14, 2024

Lion roars at Memphis Zoo just in time for special occasion

Thabo the mighty lion was heard loudly roaring at the Memphis Zoo on National Lion Day on August 10. Hear his distinctive voice!

August 14, 2024

Penguin chicks practice Olympic-like dives at local zoo

Macaroni penguin chicks learned to swim and are practicing their dives and kicks at the Detroit Zoo in Michigan. See the moment! 

August 14, 2024

Keep your kitchen bacteria-free with these food safety tips for home cooks

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke to several food experts to learn how they keep their own kitchens healthy and safe as they cook to prevent the spread of bacteria — and what others can learn, too.

August 13, 2024

Emergency call leads Arizona officials to escaped reptile crossing busy highway

A good Samaritan in Arizona called authorities after he witnessed a large, slow-moving reptile trying to cross a busy highway. The animal had escaped from a ranch nearby.

August 13, 2024

Angler catches prehistoric-looking fish, breaks second state record

A man from Fort Wayne, Indiana, locked in another state fishing record after reeling in a spotted gar while kayaking on Rivir Lake in Chain O’Lakes State Park.

August 13, 2024

Black bear attacks child, 3, at campground near Yellowstone National Park

A 3-year-old girl has been mauled by a bear while inside her tent at a campground in Montana near Yellowstone National Park, officials say.

August 13, 2024

Oklahoma City Zoo welcomes five giant tortoise hatchlings

Five rare Volcán Alcedo giant tortoises were born at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden. They now join the four other adult Galápagos tortoises already at the zoo.

August 13, 2024

Endangered red wolf puppies spotted playing together

A group of five critically endangered American red wolf pups were seen playing and bonding at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington. At four months old, the 20-pound animals will continue to grow at an offsite facility.

August 13, 2024

As black bear encounters increase in America, avoid serious danger by being 'bear aware'

Black bear spottings are rising in 18 states — but why? Experts revealed what's causing them to visit unusual spots and what to do if you encounter one.