Illinois biologists and fishers removed 750,000 pounds of silver carp from the Illinois River, using ideal conditions for their highly effective netting technique.

Big Haynes Creek Nature Center introduced three interactive educational signs along the Purple Trail to teach visitors about local wildlife and plant life.

Grand Prairie is celebrating the reopening of Mi Familia Park with improvements like a new playground and trails, marked by a ribbon-cutting event on Monday led by Mayor Ron Jensen.

Houston animal control warns against giving pets as surprise Christmas gifts due to the long-term commitment they require, suggesting gift certificates for adoption fees instead.

A young tiger named India, previously found roaming in Houston, has died at a sanctuary in Texas. The cause is suspected to be cancer, with confirmation pending from lab tests.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps launches Tidepooling Adventures in San Diego, offering guided explorations to observe sea life like sea stars and octopuses with tickets available from Dec. 15.

Winston, a 51-year-old silverback gorilla at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, received a heart monitor after showing signs of heart disease and recovered from COVID-19 with specialized care.

Point Reyes National Seashore marks the return of elephant seals, initiating the seal pupping and breeding season. The population of these seals has dramatically rebounded since they reappeared in the 1970s.

Alpine County approves plans for its first park, enhancing local outdoor and recreational spaces.

Snag your Dry Town Water Park Season Pass at discount prices this December

Cal Fire conducts a controlled burn in Ramona to prevent wildfires.

Miami-Dade launches 700K iguana control effort in parks.

UM researchers race to save corals from bleaching.