Prehistoric lake sturgeon not endangered, wildlife officials say

Lake sturgeon don't need Endangered Species Act protections, federal wildlife officials announced Monday, April 22 saying that stocking programs have helped the prehistoric fish return to areas where they had vanished.

WATCH: Florida man wrangles 8-foot alligator with bare hands and he's not wearing shoes

Florida man Mike Dragich took on a large alligator that was disturbing the peace in a downtown Jacksonville neighborhood over the weekend and the crazy encounter was all caught on camera!

Oak Creek power outage, We Energies says raccoon to blame

A raccoon was to blame for an Oak Creek power outage that left thousands of We Energies customers in the dark on Saturday night, April 20.

Can you really eat cicadas? Try these delicious recipes to find out

Properly prepared cicadas can be a culinary delight, providing a sustainable and protein-rich option for adventurous food enthusiasts eager to explore new recipes with these edible insects.

How to keep cicadas out of your yard and protect your plants

While generally harmless, the massive emergence of trillions of cicadas can threaten your plants and garden. Here's your guide to managing and minimizing their impact this spring.

Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week, study finds

Researchers conducted an experiment submerging bumblebee queens in water and discovered that the insects have the ability to survive land flooding.

Video: Group seen pulling bear cub from tree to take pictures in North Carolina

One bear cub was later found in poor condition, “likely a result of the unnecessary and irresponsible actions of the people involved," the wildlife agency said.

Mini rope bridges built to help tiny dormice in UK

An area of trees that became infected with fungus had to be cleared, leaving the tiny critters’ habitats disconnected.

Intoxicated vultures rescued from Connecticut dumpster: 'Too drunk to fly'

A wildlife refuge in Connecticut successfully returned two black vultures to their natural habitat after they were found drunk in a dumpster.

Wisconsin DNR: Aerial spraying for Spongy Moth Caterpillars

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced it has finalized aerial spray plans for its 2024 Spongy Moth Suppression Program.

How loud do cicadas get?

Certain species of cicadas in North America can produce calls reaching levels of around 100 decibels or higher, akin to the noise produced by a lawnmower or a passing jet aircraft.

These Girl Scouts baked new cookie in effort to save coral reefs

Two Florida Girl Scouts developed and pitch a potential idea of how a new Girl Scout cookie could elevate the need for coral reef awareness.

Charlotte the stingray: Aquarium gives update on fish with virgin pregnancy

Charlotte the stingray, pregnant despite having no male companion, “continues to be healthy," according to a new update from aquarium staff.

Wisconsin elk hunt 2024; application period now open

The Wisconsin DNR announced on Wednesday, April 10 that the application period for the 2024 elk hunt is now open through May 31.

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center: Programs for spring

It's finally starting to feel like spring and Schlitz Audubon Nature Center can help you get in the mood to get outside with their upcoming bird-themed programs.

Botswana threatens Germany with 20K elephants amid trophy hunting feud

Botswana, home to the world’s largest elephant population, has threatened to send 20,000 of the giant living land mammals to Germany to “roam free" amid a feud over trophy hunting.