Wildlife in the U.S. runs on conservation, population recovery and the management of urban encounters, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting takes in the interaction between human development and animal habitats across the country.
A survey of six offshore cays in Virgin Islands National Park found black rats on five and green iguanas on one.
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November 1, 2026
Senate Designates Bat Week to Highlight ThreatsA unanimously passed bicameral resolution marks the last week of October to raise awareness of bat conservation and white-nose syndrome.
November 1, 2026
Couple Filmed Feeding Wild Alligator on BridgeA viral Reddit video shows a couple feeding an alligator on a community bridge, and the couple denied it when confronted.
October 31, 2026
Officials Transfer Ten Red Wolves Between StatesWildlife experts relocated the endangered animals to bolster genetic diversity within the species.
October 29, 2026
Wildlife Conservation Society Awards Gold Medal to RobinsonThe prestigious honor recognizes Dr. John G. Robinson for his career-long contributions to global conservation efforts.
October 28, 2026
Motorcyclists Face High Risk in Animal CrashesData from 2020 to 2024 shows that riders account for nearly half of all animal-related traffic fatalities.
October 28, 2026
John Goodman Joins The Beast in Me Season 2The veteran actor will portray the con artist father of Claire Danes’ character in the upcoming second season.
October 26, 2026
Zoos Deploy Artificial Intelligence for Wildlife ConservationThe Association of Zoos and Aquariums explores new AI tools to track species and improve operational sustainability.
October 23, 2026
BLM to Host Annual Bat Beauty Contest Starting October 24The national competition invites public voting to crown a winner on Halloween.
October 21, 2026
NFWF Awards $35.5 Million for Species RecoveryThe National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funding supports 109 projects aimed at helping endangered and threatened species.
October 21, 2026
Wolverine to Sport 16 Claws in Upcoming Comic IssueMarvel Comics will introduce a feral design for Logan in January featuring a total of 16 adamantium-covered claws.
Regular subjects here include land management for species survival, the impact of climate shifts on seasonal migration, public policy regarding protected areas and the tracking of non-native populations. Coverage takes in every region from protected federal wilderness to densely developed urban centers. Habitat fragmentation creates complex challenges for migration routes, making corridor maintenance a priority for federal and private agencies. Increased proximity between expanding developments and wild habitats remains the most consistent driver of news in this category.
