Wild Nature

Cold and Flu 8 hours ago

As bird flu spreads, CDC recommends faster 'subtyping' to catch more cases

The CDC announced on Thursday its recommendation to test hospitalized influenza A patients more quickly and thoroughly to distinguish between seasonal flu and bird flu.

Travel 19 hours ago

This 'hitchhiking' bug can travel on planes, follow passengers home: expert weighs in

A bug expert reveals that traveling is a common way for people to bring home the well-known, parasitic insects that are bedbugs — and yes, they can wind up on airplanes.

Health 1 day ago

Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo loses flamingo, seal to bird flu

Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo announced the death of a Harbor Seal and a Chilean Flamingo as a result of the Avian Influenza, a highly pathogenic disease in free-ranging waterfowls.

US 2 days ago

Alaska bald eagle found 'frozen and unable to fly' rescued by police: 'Ready to fly the coop'

Police officers were called in by a local good Samaritan to assist in saving a baby bald eagle found frozen and unable to fly in Fairbanks, Alaska.

VIDEO 2 days ago

WATCH: Bald Eagle rescued by Alaska police released into the wild

With the help of an anonymous resident, officers from the Fairbanks Airport Police and Fire Department helped save a frozen juvenile bald eagle on January 11, 2025. 

Health 2 days ago

Norovirus cases skyrocket across US, here's how to avoid the stomach bug

Norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is spreading across the U.S. Here's what to know about the contagious virus and how best to prevent an infection.

Travel 2 days ago

United Airlines flight returns to Chicago after hitting coyote

A recent flight returned to O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, after the plane's landing gear struck a coyote during takeoff. More than 160 passengers were on board.

Turkey 4 days ago

Baby gorilla found in plane cargo recovering at Turkish zoo

A 5-month-old gorilla rescued from a Turkish Airlines plane's cargo hold is now recovering at a zoo in Istanbul, officials announced Sunday.

Health 5 days ago

One state leads country in human bird flu with nearly 40 confirmed cases

A child in California is presumed to have H5N1 bird flu, according to the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Experts weigh in on the risk of a potential virus mutation.

US Environment 5 days ago

Massive 1,400-pound great white shark pings off Florida beach 4 times in 1 day

Shark researchers recently reported a 1,400-pound, 13-foot great white shark pinged off a Florida beach four times in one day.