These wetlands, these alligators ... it has to have some kind of monetary value,” said George Melancon, alligator research biologist for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

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Alaska is home to hundreds of animals that have become staples of the northern environment-- but not reptiles or amphibians. However, this hasn’t stopped a handful of Alaskans from following their ...

So, you've spotted some unfamiliar eggs in your garden. What next? Here are some tips for identifying common animal eggs and what to do when you find them.

No, it is not legal to have a pet fox in Massachusetts, according to MassWildlife. Residents cannot have any mammal not ...

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The Oregon Zoo in Portland is well-known for its California condor recovery efforts, but now it’s working to save an even ...

Earth’s vertebrate diversity may be far richer than anyone realized. A sweeping analysis of more than 300 studies suggests that for every known fish, bird, reptile, amphibian, or mammal species, there ...