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August 28, 2024

Animal goes for a refreshing swim at Tennessee zoo — then does this

A capybara was seen enjoying a swim in the pool at the Memphis Zoo in Tennessee — then doing the unexpected. See the animal in action! 

August 28, 2024

Zoo animal with blue tongue caught greeting guests in viral video

A blue-tongued skink was spotted greeting zoo guests at the Memphis Zoo in Tennessee. See the unique animal say hello to the visitors! 

August 28, 2024

Shingles infection linked to risk of cognitive decline, says study: ‘Long-term implications’

Getting shingles just once could increase the risk of long-term confusion and memory loss, a new study has found. The researchers and other doctors discuss why there may be an association.

August 27, 2024

Walrus calf nursed back to health in Alaska

After being found abandoned and malnourished, a walrus calf has been under the care of zoological experts in Alaska, who have taken the time to carefully nurse the female calf back to health. 

August 27, 2024

Hawk released into the wild following rehabilitation in Florida

A team at The Conservancy of Southwest Florida was finally able to release a red-shouldered hawk, which was found eight months ago unable to fly. The bird’s flight feathers had been deliberately cut and talons filed down. 

August 27, 2024

'Injured and aggressive' water buffalo on the loose in Iowa town; police warn residents to stay away

A water buffalo is on the loose in an Iowa town after escaping from its owner's property. The animal is described as injured and aggressive, authorities say.

August 27, 2024

Nevada men accused of damaging 140M-year-old rock formations

Two men who were caught on camera vandalizing ancient rock formations at a national recreation area back in April now face prison time after being arrested.

August 27, 2024

Michigan officials reel in record 125-pound prehistoric fish stretching 6-plus feet long

Michigan Department of Natural Resources staff were conducting their annual sturgeon survey when they reeled in a 125-pound and 6-foot-plus lake sturgeon on Lake St. Clair.

August 26, 2024

The Great Basin bristlecone pine, dating back almost 5,000 years, is world’s oldest tree

Great Basin bristlecone pines are the oldest trees in the world. They date back thousands of years and are extremely rare, only located in a few U.S. states.

August 26, 2024

New Jersey woman charged after allegedly climbing into zoo's tiger enclosure, nearly getting bitten

A New Jersey woman was charged with trespassing after she entered a tiger enclosure at a south Jersey zoo and was nearly bitten, police said.