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Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Australian hiker missing in Nova Scotia national park not heard from for two weeks

A 62-year-old Australian woman is missing while hiking in a Canadian national park, with search efforts ongoing since her last contact on April 15.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ultramarathon swimmer sets record pace over 55km in crocodile-filled Australian river

Donaldson was about to embark on the 55km Dam to Dam Challenge from Lake Argyle to Kununurra, hoping to become the first man to complete the gruelling endurance swim.
Running
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Video shows black bear charging at a hiker on Mount Wilson

"I was thinking this guy is crazy and I hope nothing happens to him. I'm not sure what was going through his mind to be honest, because the last thing you would think about is somebody would actually walk toward a bear."
Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

2 Alaska-based soldiers injured in encounter with brown bear during training exercise

Two U.S. Army soldiers were injured by a brown bear during training in Anchorage, Alaska.
#rattlesnakes
Roam Research
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Video: 'Green' rattlesnake can be a poppy field surprise. What to know before you sit for a selfie

Rattlesnakes, including the Mojave rattlesnake, inhabit California's poppy fields, posing potential dangers to visitors.
#coyote-attacks
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
California

Coyote attack caught on camera near Los Angeles raises concern in Bay Area

Coyote attacks are rare, but caution is advised during pupping season due to increased territorial behavior.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
California

Coyote that attacked 4-year-old Carson boy linked to attack of another child

A coyote that attacked a child in Carson is linked to another attack, prompting investigations into additional incidents and urging residents to secure waste.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Coyote attack caught on camera near Los Angeles raises concern in Bay Area

Coyote attacks are rare, but caution is advised during pupping season due to increased territorial behavior.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Coyote that attacked 4-year-old Carson boy linked to attack of another child

A coyote that attacked a child in Carson is linked to another attack, prompting investigations into additional incidents and urging residents to secure waste.
#mountain-lion
Pets
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Mountain Lion on the loose in Palo Alto

A mountain lion is loose in Palo Alto, spotted in multiple neighborhoods; residents should keep pets indoors and report sightings to 911.
Pets
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The surprising science behind why daylight saving time is good for wildlife

Daylight saving time reduces animal-vehicle collisions by shifting evening commute hours away from peak animal activity at dusk.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Canadian backpacker Piper James died as a result of drowning' following a dingo attack at K'gari, coroner says

Canadian backpacker Piper James died from drowning following injuries sustained in a dingo attack at K'gari island in Queensland.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Greater Boston town issues guidance after bobcat sighting

Most residents don't see many bobcats because the animal is "naturally elusive" and has adapted to avoid humans. However, bobcats do take advantage of the food and shelter that people create, said local officials. Animal control officers said that, like coyotes, raccoons, foxes, and skunks, it is also bobcat mating season, which means bobcats will be active and more likely to be seen walking around.
US news
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
2 months ago

Mama Bear & Cubs Charge Across Busy Trail At Major California Ski Resort

Give black bears plenty of space at ski areas: do not run, back away calmly, ensure an escape route, and follow recommended safety actions if approached.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Wyoming Destination Is Known for Its Access to National Parks, Luxury Lodges, and Iconic Cowboy Bar

Home to Grand Teton National Park, world-class ski slopes, and the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is a destination unlike any other. Victoria Gonzalez, lead Pathfinder at The Cloudveil, describes the region as "the intersection of wilderness and the resilient American spirit." In other words, it's somewhere travelers can go to experience a "flourishing cultural arts center with celebrated restaurants, a playground for year-round recreational opportunities ... and natural wonder."
Travel
California
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
3 months ago

Video of several mountain lions roaming through North Bay neighborhood draws mix of awe and alarm

Mountain lions, including a female and offspring, were filmed walking through a Monte Rio neighborhood, prompting resident concern for safety and pets.
Environment
fromDodgers Nation
3 months ago

Wild Coyote Spotted At Dodger Stadium During Offseason Tour

A coyote walked through Dodger Stadium aisles near the home dugout during a tour; no injuries were reported.
#coyotes
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
4 months ago

Grizzly Bear Saunters Across Ski Trail At Canada's Lake Louise

Lake Louise hosts both black and grizzly bears; visitors should keep at least 100 yards (400 feet) distance and avoid approaching.
#bear-attacks
fromSnowBrains
4 months ago
Snowboarding

[VIDEO] Professional Snowboarder's Close Call on Ski Slopes of Hakuba, Japan, as Bear Attacks Surge Across Japan - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
4 months ago
Snowboarding

[VIDEO] Professional Snowboarder's Close Call on Ski Slopes of Hakuba, Japan, as Bear Attacks Surge Across Japan - SnowBrains

#black-bear
National Football League
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Facts vs. Feelings: J.J. McCarthy, Kimani Vidal and other tough lineup decisions

A House Finch persistently flies into a kitchen window, prompting measures to prevent injury and reduce reflective cues that confuse the bird.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Mississippi woman fatally shoots monkey escaped from overturned truck

A Heidelberg, Mississippi homeowner shot and killed an escaped rhesus monkey near her yard after warnings of potential disease and concern for her children's safety.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Boy, 14, in hospital after crocodile attack while fishing at far north Queensland beach

A 14-year-old boy was attacked by a crocodile while fishing in thigh-high water at Myall Beach, sustaining leg and torso wounds and hospitalised in stable condition.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Aggressive squirrel seeking food sends at least two people to ER in California

Joan Heblack told ABC affiliate KGO-TV that she was walking in the Lucas Valley neighborhood of San Rafael when a squirrel seemingly came out of nowhere and attacked her leg, clawing and biting. It clamped onto my leg. The tail was flying up here. I was like: Get it off me, get off me!' Heblack said. Isabel Campoy also said she was attacked while walking in the same area.
California
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Oklahoma tiger handler was fatally attacked in front of family during show

A tiger fatally mauled its handler, 37-year-old Ryan Easley, during a demonstration at Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Oklahoma while his wife and daughter watched.
#coyote-behavior
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
7 months ago

9 Best Small Towns to Visit in Wyoming-With Cowboy Charm, Stunning Views, and Lots of Outdoor Adventures

Wyoming's small towns combine rich history, unique stories, and abundant outdoor activities, with visitor responsibility to respect wildlife, keep areas clean, and support local businesses.
Environment
fromBoston.com
7 months ago

Mass. police department issues warning after family of bobcats caught on video

Bobcats and bears have been sighted near Georgetown-Groveland and Merrimac; residents should secure food, trash, and bird feeders and avoid approaching wildlife.
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

These snakes are out and about in the Bay Area

Rising summer temperatures increase snake activity; most Bay Area snakes are harmless, with rattlesnakes being the only dangerous species.
fromFuturism
8 months ago

Hunter Alarmed to Cut Into Feral Hogs and Discover Blue Meat

"If you cut it open and the tissue is blue, you don't eat blue meat," said Bryan Flores, chief of Monterey county parks, regarding contaminated feral hogs.
Environment
E-Commerce
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

US hunter reportedly killed by buffalo during expedition in South Africa

An American game hunter, Asher Watkins, was killed by a buffalo he was stalking in South Africa's Limpopo province.
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Two tourists from UK and New Zealand killed by elephant, Zambian police say

Two female tourists from the UK and New Zealand were killed by an elephant while on a walking safari in South Luangwa national park in Zambia.
Canada news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
10 months ago

Toronto Public Health seeking person who 'physically handled' bat that may have rabies | CBC News

TPH urges person who handled an injured bat to come forward to prevent rabies exposure.
Miami food
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Kayakers attacked by gargantuan 'bull gator,' forcing popular Florida waterway to close

An aggressive alligator has forced the closure of Juniper Springs waterway after attacking paddlers.
#yellowstone-national-park
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
11 months ago

12 mistakes you're making when visiting national parks, according to a former park ranger of 37 years

Visitors often make avoidable mistakes in national parks, according to a former ranger's insights.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago

An alligator kills a Florida woman after tipping over her canoe, investigators say

It sounds like the canoe drifted over, on top of the alligator. The alligator was startled.
US news
Miami food
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Kayaker attacked and killed by alligator at Florida state park: officials

A woman was killed by an alligator while canoeing at Lake Kissimmee State Park, emphasizing the risks of wildlife encounters.
New York Islanders
fromsilive
11 months ago

Staten Island fox sightings increase: Pair caught on video at local cemetery

Red foxes have been spotted frequently in Staten Island, showcasing a unique urban wildlife experience.
#yosemite-national-park
fromSFGATE
1 year ago
Snowboarding

Yosemite warns visitors about 'one of the most dangerous animals' in the park

fromSFGATE
1 year ago
Snowboarding

Yosemite warns visitors about 'one of the most dangerous animals' in the park

fromNew York Post
1 year ago

Girl, 14, killed by lion in front of horrified friend after wild cat entered her residential compound

"KWS rangers and response teams were swiftly mobilized and traced bloodstains leading to the Mbagathi River, where the girl's body was recovered with injuries on the lower back."
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