Stray Cat In Russia Feasts On Fish
An orange tabby became something of a celebrity after sneaking into a seafood shop at Vladivostok airport. The cat polished off the entire seafood counter, and then dashed off.
Animals
New York Bans The Tattooing And Piercing Of Pets
A Brooklyn artist spread a photo of a tattooed dog on Instagram. Governor Andrew Cuomo says that is just animal abuse. The law goes into effect in 120 days.
Rare Northern White Rhino Dies At San Diego Zoo
Now, only five remain in the world. Angalifu was thought to be 44 years old. He died of old age.
More Than Just Cute, Sea Otters Are Superheroes Of The Marsh
Sea otters are furry and photogenic, but those aren't the only reasons to save them from extinction. Turns out that just by eating, they can preserve their entire estuarine ecosystems.
How Can You Tell If Your Goat Is Happy? Now We Know!
Farmers raise millions of goats. But little has been known about how to tell if a goat is doing OK — until now. A new study reveals the signs of a happy ruminant.
Electric Eels Jolt Their Prey By Remote Control
The electric eel creates its own electricity, sure, but Vanderbilt University professor Ken Catania tells NPR's Scott Simon what's shocking is how the eel uses it to remotely control prey.
Chicago's Orphaned Otter 'Pup 681' Gets A Real Name
The southern sea pup now known as Luna was found on a beach in California in October. She was transferred to the Shedd Aquarium, where a naming contest was held this month.
The Mystery Of The Missing Martins
In Skunk Bear's latest video, join the search for an enormous flock of missing songbirds, and learn some bizarre facts about Shakespeare and Doppler radar along the way.
When A Stray Dog's In Trouble, Katmandu's Canine Rescuers Jump To It
The city is home to some 20,000 strays. They roam the streets, they beg for food, they howl and fight at night and they often need medical help.
Venison As Benison: Food Banks Score From Deer Overpopulation
With the start of hunting season, wildlife managers are tackling the overabundance of deer in parks around the country. Some of that meat is being salvaged and processed to distribute to the hungry.