It’s not a rare sight to see a dog, cat, or even a bunny at the Area Humane Society. But the organization gets calls about plenty of animals that they don’t take ...

When #MelaninMagicMaker Dr. Rae Wynn Grant appears on screen exploring forests, oceans, and remote ecosystems around the world, she is doing more than hosting a television show. She’s redesigning what ...

A rabid raccoon was just confirmed in Niagara County — and it had a close encounter with a local pet.

Spring is when many species are on the move looking for mates and securing territories for the breeding season. NCWRC provides helpful guidance for people when encountering wildlife during this ...

The tanuki, also known as the raccoon dog, is a small wild canine native to East Asia. Despite its raccoon-like appearance, genetic studies place it firmly within the dog family. One of its most ...

Rat and mouse baits are an everyday product. But these chemicals can persist in the tissues of rodents that eat them for months and poison native animals.

For a raccoon, breaking into your garbage might be just as satisfying as cracking a crossword puzzle or a Sudoku is for you, according to new research. These meddlesome “trash pandas” have dexterous ...

In a new experiment, raccoons continued opening fresh doors and latches on a puzzle box even after they had claimed the food ...

Each February, crowds gather at Gobbler’s Knob in Pennsylvania to watch Punxsutawney Phil predict the weather. In 2026, the famous groundhog saw his shadow, which tradition says means six more weeks ...

Learn how to get rid of fleas in your yard, manage infestations, and protect your family and pets from these pesky parasites, both indoors and out.

Each spring, wildlife rescuers get pummeled with well-meaning people bringing in baby animals who appear lost but are really ...

Local wildlife organizations are sounding the alarm about a certain hunting technique in Connecticut. Body-gripping and ...