How Joro spiders, lanternflies, mosquitoes, could bug NYC this summer: 2024 forecast
The summer of 2024 is expected to be a very active season for bugs in NYC, including Joro spiders, spotted lanternflies and mosquitoes. Here's everything you need to know.
The summer of 2024 is expected to be a very active season for bugs in NYC, including Joro spiders, spotted lanternflies and mosquitoes. Here's everything you need to know.
Origin of modern horses linked to 4,200-year-old lineage, researchers find
Scientists have traced the ancestry of the modern horse to a lineage that emerged 4,200 years ago, featuring a genetic mutation that made them easier to ride, and quickly became dominant across Eurasia, indicating rapid domestication and spread by humans.
Scientists have traced the ancestry of the modern horse to a lineage that emerged 4,200 years ago, featuring a genetic mutation that made them easier to ride, and quickly became dominant across Eurasia, indicating rapid domestication and spread by humans.
What to do if a flying Joro spider bites you
These large, long-legged spiders are not considered to be aggressive, however, they are venomous.
These large, long-legged spiders are not considered to be aggressive, however, they are venomous.
Confused dog takes top prize in 2024 Comedy Pet Photography Awards
See the hilarious pet pics that topped this year's Comedy Pet Photography Awards winners list.
See the hilarious pet pics that topped this year's Comedy Pet Photography Awards winners list.
5-foot-long snake found inside Upper West Side apartment
A five-foot long boa constrictor was found after it snaked its way inside of a basement apartment on the Upper West Side.
A five-foot long boa constrictor was found after it snaked its way inside of a basement apartment on the Upper West Side.
Giant, flying Joro spiders coming to NYC area this summer: 'Stuff of your nightmares'
Giant, flying Joro spiders are heading northward. The question isn't if they're coming to the NYC area -- it's when: "These things are the stuff of your nightmares."
Giant, flying Joro spiders are heading northward. The question isn't if they're coming to the NYC area -- it's when: "These things are the stuff of your nightmares."
VIDEO: Giraffe tosses toddler at Texas wildlife park
A toddler trying to feed a giraffe at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center in Glen Rose was lifted in the air by the animal.
A toddler trying to feed a giraffe at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center in Glen Rose was lifted in the air by the animal.
Watch: Dog missing for 2 years reunited with owner in heartwarming reunion
A woman was reunited with her emotional support dog in Fort Wayne, Indiana, after he had been missing for almost two years.
A woman was reunited with her emotional support dog in Fort Wayne, Indiana, after he had been missing for almost two years.
Meet the 3 adorable Andean bear cubs debuting at Queens Zoo
Three Andean Bear cubs made their debut at the Queens Zoo on Monday.
Three Andean Bear cubs made their debut at the Queens Zoo on Monday.
Millions of chickens killed after fire breaks out on Illinois farm
A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.
A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.
'Can my pet eat cicadas?' Expert reveals what to do if your dog or cat gets hold of this insect
Ingesting cicadas could cause gastrointestinal upset and allergic reactions in certain pets, a vet tech says.
Ingesting cicadas could cause gastrointestinal upset and allergic reactions in certain pets, a vet tech says.
Charlotte the pregnant stingray has a 'reproductive disease,' aquarium says
Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.
Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.
Stanley Pup brings rescue dogs to the rink in friendly face-off
In honor of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the NHL is hosting the Stanley Pup – a friendly face-off featuring adoptable (and adorable) rescue dogs.
In honor of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the NHL is hosting the Stanley Pup – a friendly face-off featuring adoptable (and adorable) rescue dogs.
Dog named 'Milkshake' stolen from Bronx apartment: Video
Police said at approximately 8 p.m. the suspects entered the building on Tiffany Street and stole a 10-year-old Dachshund named “Milkshake" without permission.
Police said at approximately 8 p.m. the suspects entered the building on Tiffany Street and stole a 10-year-old Dachshund named “Milkshake" without permission.
Group of peacocks, peahens escape Bronx Zoo
At least five peacocks and peahens escaped the Bronx Zoo in NYC. The birds were seen strutting their way through Morris Park.
At least five peacocks and peahens escaped the Bronx Zoo in NYC. The birds were seen strutting their way through Morris Park.
Long Island police officer rescues 3 dogs from house fire
A police officer is being hailed a hero after saving three dogs from a Long Island house fire on Sunday.
A police officer is being hailed a hero after saving three dogs from a Long Island house fire on Sunday.
BARK Air completes its first cross-country dog flight with tickets costing $6,000 for pet and owner
BARK, the company that makes BarkBoxes, completed its first-ever BARK Air "white paw experience" flight from Westchester County Airport outside of New York City to Los Angeles’ Van Nuys airport.
BARK, the company that makes BarkBoxes, completed its first-ever BARK Air "white paw experience" flight from Westchester County Airport outside of New York City to Los Angeles’ Van Nuys airport.
‘Dumped pet lions’ rescued, start new life in Africa
Six young lions were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade in Kuwait.
Six young lions were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade in Kuwait.
Walmart adds pet telehealth perk to membership program
Walmart is partnering with Pawp, a provider of 24/7 virtual veterinary care, to offer exclusive services for Walmart+ members.
Walmart is partnering with Pawp, a provider of 24/7 virtual veterinary care, to offer exclusive services for Walmart+ members.
Meet Astoria: Wild turkey spotted in Central Park
After Flaco comes a new friend, Astoria the wild turkey, who was spotted walking the streets of NYC, according to Manhattan Bird Alert.
After Flaco comes a new friend, Astoria the wild turkey, who was spotted walking the streets of NYC, according to Manhattan Bird Alert.