Here are the astronomical events to watch out for in April

From a hybrid eclipse to meteors zipping past Earth, there are several celestial shows to look out for in April.

Minnesota DNR EagleCam: Chick dies after nest falls from tree

The survival rate of bald eagle chicks to fledging, or when they make a successful flight, is about 50 percent, according to the DNR.

Prehistoric sabertooth skull found in Iowa likely last of species to walk Earth, researchers say

Radiocarbon dating indicates the male sabertooth cat died at the end of the Ice Age between 13,605 and 13,460 years ago before getting buried in the East Nishnabotna River in southwest Iowa.

Tampa police trap a nearly 10-foot alligator on Howard Avenue

An alligator trapper is warning people to be careful after a 9’4" alligator was caught roaming around Howard Avenue early Wednesday morning. 

Scientists create protective coating for fruit and veggies to make them last longer

Do you wish the fruit in your refrigerator would last just a few days longer? Researchers have created an egg-based coating designed to extend the shelf life of produce.

Alaska man saves young moose from choking on trash bag

“I’m not so sure what I did would be heroic or stupid, but I would do it again for any animal at any age," said James West, the moose’s savior.

New invasive mosquito species spreading in Florida

A mosquito known only by its scientific name, Culex lactator, has already made a permanent home in at least three counties in the Sunshine State.