Changing season; Wisconsin's Snowbirds return

Migratory birds are heading south but this yearly visitor thinks of Wisconsin as a warm location. The Dark-eyed Juncos are back in Wisconsin.

Watch: Bodycam footage shows deputies rescuing elk tangled in tree swing

When the deputies arrived at the scene, they saw the bull elk, or male elk, frantically running back and forth behind the tree where the swing was attached.

Milwaukee County Zoo free day; families explore, new animals

The Milwaukee County Zoo's "Family Free Day" attracted hundreds of people and animal lovers Saturday, Oct. 7.

Watch: Moose enjoy festive fall dip in Colorado lake amid stunning autumn foliage

In early October near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, a heartwarming scene unfolded as a group of moose was discovered frolicking in a picturesque lake, surrounded by vibrant fall foliage.

Wisconsin DNR deer hunter survey; participation sought

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is inviting hunters to participate in this year’s Deer Hunter Wildlife Survey.

Tarantula mating season begins as males are led to their death

Tarantulas typically remain in the burrows throughout most of the year, and only come out at night. But come mating season, adult male tarantulas throw caution to the wind for the sake of finding a female. The annual migration happens just before Halloween, from late September through early October in the Southwest.

Milwaukee bird-window collision deaths downtown; sadly too common

The harsh reality of tall shiny buildings is that come fall and spring during bird migration they become a death trap.

Fat Bear Week begins as world celebrates champion of chonk in Alaska

This portliest time of the year is an annual celebration of the Brooks River brown bears and how they utilize their healthy and abundant ecosystem to pack on the pounds before winter hibernation.

Python found in Kenosha pond: 'This is crazy'

A fishing expedition at a Kenosha pond led to a crazy discovery. A man found a python hiding in a muskrat hole.

Pandas could be gone from American zoos by the end of 2024

All giant pandas at zoos in the U.S. are currently on loan from China in separate agreements that are set to expire late next year.

Late season Wisconsin wildflowers; ecological benefits are huge

Asters, Goldenrod, Gentians, and a handful of other family of plants mark an end to the Wisconsin growing seasons.