July 9, 2020, 6:04am Life
One of the critically endangered gorillas in the New Orleans zoo is expecting her first baby, and already is being trained with a “doll” to hold her future offspring. Read story
July 9, 2020, 6:03am Life
Two environmental groups have filed a petition with the state asking it to provide more protection for a once-abundant butterfly that has seen its numbers fall precipitously in San Diego County and elsewhere in recent decades. Read story
July 9, 2020, 6:03am Life
It’s hard to beat having a canine companion by your side for your favorite outdoor recreation activity. However, if you’re out on trails with the pup, it’s important to follow a few important rules to keep the experience safe and fun. Read story
July 8, 2020, 11:33am Life
Conservationists have captured the first images of a group of rare Cross River gorillas with multiple babies in Nigeria’s Mbe mountains, proof that the subspecies once feared to be extinct is reproducing amid protection efforts. Read story
July 3, 2020, 6:03am Life
A vigorous Belgian livestock-guarding breed is gaining entree to the American Kennel Club. But Americans eager to see a Belgian Laekenois in person may have to be patient, since the coronavirus pandemic has taken a bite out of dog shows. Read story
July 3, 2020, 6:02am Life
The Fourth of July holiday is not all about hot dogs, apple pie and family barbecues. Dogs (the creature kind) and fireworks can make for a combustible mix. Read story
June 18, 2020, 5:16pm Life
A young mountain lion that had been spotted sleeping in a planter box along a normally busy street and looking at his reflection in the glass of an office tower in downtown San Francisco was safely captured Thursday and will be released into the wild, officials said. Read story
June 16, 2020, 6:05am Clark County Life
There’s a truly rare event now underway at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, and staff there do not want you to come see. Read story
June 11, 2020, 7:08pm Life
Two endangered Mexican gray wolves housed at the Albuquerque zoo are the proud parents of seven pups, officials announced Tuesday. Read story
June 8, 2020, 8:05am Life
One of Copenhagen Zoo’s giant pandas escaped from its enclosure early Monday and roamed the park before staff were able to sedate it and bring it back. Read story
