Raccoon goes for leisurely swim in family's pool

A couple watched as a raccoon walked around their backyard pool in Toronto, Canada -- then decided it wanted to cool off.

Red squirrel launches itself at grey squirrel in viral photo

A photographer has captured a remarkable image of a red squirrel just before it attacks a grey squirrel for getting too close, British news agency South West News Service reports.

Orphaned manatee on the mend after being spotted by good Samaritans

Would you know what to do if you found an orphaned animal in the wild? What if that orphan weighed 60 pounds and swam in the water? ZooTampa's newest manatee is just that, a newborn orphaned calf.

First COVID-19, now mosquitoes: Bracing for bug-borne ills

As the coronavirus pandemic subsides for now in the hard-hit Northeast, public health officials in the region are bracing for an outbreak of another mysterious virus: eastern equine encephalitis.

Mosquitoes flying free as health departments focus on virus

The COVID-19 pandemic has pulled public health workers away from mosquito-related tasks -- leaving many localities vulnerable to potential mosquito threats.

Additional West Nile Virus samples collected in Williamson County

Health officials for the county are strongly encouraging residents to remain vigilant about protecting themselves from mosquito bites and preventing mosquito breeding

Dog dies from algae bloom exposure just 1 hour after swimming in Utah river, National Parks Service says

Officials in Utah have issued a public health warning for part of the Virgin River in Zion National Park after a dog died, following reported exposure to harmful algal blooms on July 4.

Red-winged blackbird photographed hitching a ride on bald eagle’s back

New York wildlife officials shared a rare photograph Monday of a red-winged blackbird hitching a ride on the back of a hunting bald eagle.

Elephant helps struggling calf scale roadside barrier in India

A trio of elephants on the move in India met an obstacle in the shape of a roadside barrier that was too tall for the smallest of them. Luckily, a helping trunk was soon at hand.

Woman finds dozens of snakes in apartment after building renovations

The snakes started appearing in early June when crews removed balconies at the complex and left a hole leading into her residence.

West Nile Virus detected in mosquito trapping site in Williamson County

Due to the location of nearby neighborhoods and outdoor activities at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, the county is asking the community to be vigilant in protecting themselves from mosquitoes. 

Increased risk of harmful algae on Lady Bird Lake during summer

2019's algae bloom was particularly harmful to dogs, whereas at least five dogs died after swimming in Lady Bird Lake, the city says.