January 5, 2024 Angler hopes 27-pound smallmouth buffalo fish shatters Texas record An angler from Kentucky is hoping he broke another fishing record after catching a monster, 27-pound smallmouth buffalo in Austin, Texas, alongside a guide.
January 5, 2024 Quiz: Name that bird! Can you match these beautiful birds with their correct names? How well do you know your birds? Check out this fun and interactive lifestyle quiz and test your knowledge of 15 birds — some common, some rare, all unique!
January 4, 2024 Loose pig goes ‘hog wild’ as Ohio troopers wrangle the animal into custody A pig recently went hog-wild at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Ohio — which prompted state troopers to capture the wayward animal. Check out the scene.
January 4, 2024 Largest male specimen of world's most venomous spider discovered in Australia The Australian Reptile Park has acquired the largest male Sydney funnel-web spider. The spider is set to contribute to the park's antivenom program, officials say.
January 4, 2024 Fisherman survives eight days at sea 'by eating raw fish and drinking rainwater' A Filipino fisherman miraculously survived eight days stranded at sea in a sinking boat by drinking rainwater and eating raw fish.
January 4, 2024 As COVID cases rise, probiotics could reduce symptoms and infection, study suggests In a study led by Duke Health, probiotics were shown to have a “significant ability to delay a COVID infection and reduce symptoms" among unvaccinated people. Doctors shared reactions.
January 3, 2024 London Zoo conducts annual animal census The London Zoo started conducting its annual census Wednesday, with some 14,000 animals being accounted for as a licensing prerequisite.
January 3, 2024 Intelligent, 'smiley' Lancashire heeler dog breed now recognized by American Kennel Club The Lancashire Heeler, a small herding breed known for its smile, has been officially recognized by the American Kennel Club, making it eligible for various U.S. dog shows.
January 3, 2024 Anteater tears into Christmas gifts during zoo holiday video attempt An anteater named King Bumi was recently filmed reacting to wrapped presents in his habitat at the North Florida Wildlife Center. Watch the animal tear through the gifts before running off!
January 2, 2024 New COVID variant JN.1 now comprises up to 30% of US cases: CDC The latest variant of the COVID-19 virus, JN.1, is now responsible for an estimated 15% to 29% of U.S. cases as of Dec. 8, according to the CDC. Here's what you need to know.