Australian researchers name vibrant rainbow insect in honor of RuPaul

Australia’s national science agency paid tribute to RuPaul by naming a fly after the drag queen, according to a press release dated September 15, while other newly discovered insect names reference Pokemon and Digimon Adventure.

Nearly all gorillas at Atlanta’s zoo test positive for COVID

Just days after Zoo Atlanta announced the first positive tests, at least 18 of the zoo's 20 gorillas are now positive for COVID-19.

'Do better': Photographer captures grizzly bear cub with discarded face mask

Photographer Jonathan Kuiper spotted a grizzly bear cub chewing a discarded face mask this summer in the Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming.

World's oldest living male gorilla tests positive for COVID-19 virus

Multiple gorillas at Zoo Atlanta, including the world's oldest living male gorilla, have tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19.

South Carolina alligator attack on woman ends after neighbor whacks reptile with shovel

A South Carolina woman was rescued by a neighbor Thursday morning during a violent alligator attack in the state, authorities said. The neighbor's weapon of choice: a shovel.

Squirrel stashes nuts in Minnesota officer's squad

An officer made a surprising discovery in his squad Monday after a squirrel jumped from underneath his computer and onto the dash.

Asian giant hornet nest destroyed in Washington state

Officials in Washington state said Thursday they had destroyed the first "murder" hornet nest of the season, which was located near the town of Blaine along the Canadian border.

Bear swipes Amazon package from Connecticut home

A bear was caught in the act, stealing a package of toilet paper that was delivered to a Connecticut residence.

Video: Iguana bite ruins woman’s yoga pose

A yoga instructor attempting a pose while on a beach in the Bahamas got a rude surprise after an iguana bit her fingers.

Rare sawfish spotted with rope tied around saw-like nose, mouth

While out snook fishing along the Indian River Lagoon near Fort Pierce, Peter Deeks and his friend got into a two-hour tug-of-war battle and hooked onto a giant sawfish.

Wild Florida welcomes 2 baby albino gators to the world

The baby albinos are said to be in the back right now receiving care but they will soon be out in exhibit two for Wild Florida guests to enjoy.