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A 7-year-old girl visiting California died after a strong wave pulled her into the Pacific Ocean. Get the latest in this tragic story.
One extremely rare whale species eluded scientists until a team of researchers finally spotted one alive in the wild. See it here.
American travelers in Japan should be aware that some parts of the Asian nation are having a bit of a bear problem. Learn more here.
Imagine stumbling across the most adorable fox sleeping peacefully in a field. This dream came true for one man, and he got it on video.
One little harbor seal lucked out when it was able to seek refuge from orcas on the back of a small boat. Watch here.
A wildlife researcher captured the moment a bobcat made an incredible leap across a stream, and the online community is loving it.
“Holy turkey h*ll,” a woman exclaims at the large group of turkeys crossing the road in front of her vehicle. Watch what happens next.
A viral video shows the Northern Lights outside the window of a moving plane, and it’s spectacular. Watch here.
Hikers in Texas came across a mountain lion, and experts say this is a relatively rare encounter to have in Big Bend National Park.
If you live in South Africa, hippos are just part of life. Watch these large semi-aquatic mammals cause a rather unusual traffic jam.