A new PNAS study finds climate predicts whether invasive plants mimic natives or diverge and flower earlier, giving managers a clear triage tool.

Video shows coyotes in a Venice alley and along the canals, and residents say small pets have been threatened. Animal services urges precautions and reporting.

A large bear was filmed roaming through yards in Encino, startling neighbors and rummaging through trash. Wildlife officials have been notified and are monitoring the situation.

A 500-animal herd of goats and sheep has moved into Malibu’s Big Rock hills to graze invasive brush and create defensible space as part of a $3.2M regional wildfire prevention push.

A nesting pair of bald eagles has been spotted on Los Angeles County parkland; officials posted video and are asking visitors to keep their distance to protect the birds.

Police and wildlife crews searched near 14th Street and Montana Avenue after a mountain lion sighting in Santa Monica. Authorities say there are no injuries and residents were urged to keep pets inside.

A Malibu filmmaker recovered rare footage after a juvenile great white bit his kayak‑towed camera off the coast. The photographer was unharmed and the clip has drawn scientific interest.

After a 2020 rescue and years in zoo care, 15 southwestern pond turtle hatchlings were released into the San Gabriel River — a rare conservation win.

A family dog in Glendora survived a mountain lion attack in the backyard, local TV posted video of the encounter Wednesday night. Wildlife experts urge keeping pets inside and reporting sightings.

Scientists are mapping desert fungi to boost Joshua tree survival after fires and failed replantings.

Descanso Gardens has begun construction on a stormwater capture and cistern system to store millions of gallons, restore the lake and add a Nature Discovery Garden.

After years of local organizing, Long Beach has lined up Phase I upgrades at Martin Luther King Jr. Park — courts, a walking path and playground work — with designs previewed next Monday.

A black bear perched in a backyard tree drew neighbors and cameras in Altadena Sunday, part of ongoing foothills sightings.