Animals

On the left, an adult bison and a calf nuzzle in a mountainous landscape; on the right, two bald eagles perch together in a nest atop a pine tree.

A Single Directive Just Ended Federal Accountability for Killing Endangered Animals

A September 2026 directive from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service means unintentional killings of protected species may no longer trigger federal liability — eroding a legal framework built over...

A Single Directive Just Ended Federal Accountability for Killing Endangered Animals

A September 2026 directive from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service means unintentional killings of protected species may no longer trigger federal liability — eroding a legal framework built over...

On the left, a baby elephant splashes playfully in water with its trunk raised; on the right, an adult elephant and calf walk along a dry savanna waterhole.

Baby Elephant Swept Away by River Finally Reunites With Its Mother After Fisherman Rushes to the Rescue

Uplifting baby elephant rescue: fishermen and forest officials reunite a newborn with its mother after a perilous river ordeal.

Baby Elephant Swept Away by River Finally Reunites With Its Mother After Fisherman Rushes to the Rescue

Uplifting baby elephant rescue: fishermen and forest officials reunite a newborn with its mother after a perilous river ordeal.

large brown and white dog in kennel and in arms of smiling woman

Rescued From War, This Dog Finally Knows What Home Feels Like

She is finally experiencing the love she deserves. 

Rescued From War, This Dog Finally Knows What Home Feels Like

She is finally experiencing the love she deserves. 

On the left, a young woman in an orange top poses facing forward; on the right, a heavyset man with neck tattoos in an orange top also faces forward.

A Severely Underweight Stray Became The First Clue To What Was Inside A Nearby House Of Horrors

Erie animal cruelty case led to 18 dogs seized and two arrests, underscoring community reporting and rescue efforts.

A Severely Underweight Stray Became The First Clue To What Was Inside A Nearby House Of Horrors

Erie animal cruelty case led to 18 dogs seized and two arrests, underscoring community reporting and rescue efforts.

On the left, a bearded man with brown hair looks upward; on the right, a golden retriever and a small dark dog sleep together on a cushioned surface.

Chris Evans Helps Two Bonded Rescue Dogs Find a Family That Will Keep Them Together

Uplifting: bonded pair of shelter dogs Greg and Callie find a loving home after a celebrity spotlight.

Chris Evans Helps Two Bonded Rescue Dogs Find a Family That Will Keep Them Together

Uplifting: bonded pair of shelter dogs Greg and Callie find a loving home after a celebrity spotlight.

otter with mouth open looking at camera

Otters Go Bonkers Over Ball Pit in Viral Video

Let the fun begin. 

Otters Go Bonkers Over Ball Pit in Viral Video

Let the fun begin.