Australian wildlife officials are urging the public to give a popular elephant seal known as Neil the space he needs after his growing fame attracted large crowds and increased concerns about human-wildlife interactions. Neil, a five-year-old southern elephant seal weighing around 1,000 kilograms (2,200 pounds), has become an unlikely celebrity in the island state of … [Read more...] about Australian authorities ask fans to respect the space of celebrity elephant seal Neil
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A pack of wild hogs destroyed a retiree’s new lawn. Now, his HOA is trying to make him pay for the damage
A Florida retiree says his dream home turned into a nightmare after a pack of wild hogs tore apart his brand-new backyard — leaving him facing what could become a costly repair bill. Glen and Stephanie Wulff had recently moved into their new home in Babcock Ranch after spending years searching for the perfect retirement community in Southwest Florida. But only months … [Read more...] about A pack of wild hogs destroyed a retiree’s new lawn. Now, his HOA is trying to make him pay for the damage
Over 14,000 Wild Horses Are Set to Be Rounded Up and Removed from the Western U.S. in 2026
More than 14,000 wild horses are set to be rounded up across the western United States in 2026, under a federal plan aimed at managing growing populations and strained natural resources. The operation, led by the Bureau of Land Management, is part of a broader strategy to address overpopulation and the effects of prolonged drought on public lands. According to officials, … [Read more...] about Over 14,000 Wild Horses Are Set to Be Rounded Up and Removed from the Western U.S. in 2026
Floridians wake up to ‘frozen’ reptiles in their yards and driveways
South Floridians woke up to an unsettling and surreal sight: green iguanas scattered across yards, sidewalks, driveways, and even roadways, motionless as if frozen in place. The rare cold snap that swept across the region pushed temperatures to record lows, stunning the invasive reptiles and leaving them temporarily incapacitated. By 8:50 a.m. Sunday—just minutes before the … [Read more...] about Floridians wake up to ‘frozen’ reptiles in their yards and driveways
Califonia man plans to sue over bear who won’t leave his house
A California homeowner says he is preparing legal action after a large black bear has been living beneath his house for more than a month — and state officials have reportedly stopped assisting in its removal. Ken Johnson, who lives in Altadena, says a 500-pound black bear has been entering and exiting a crawl space under his home since before Thanksgiving. According to … [Read more...] about Califonia man plans to sue over bear who won’t leave his house