# Wildlife
The Illinois DNR wants to know if you see an armadillo in Chicago
Is climate change bringing armadillos into northern Illinois?. (CHICAGO) They don't seem to be here yet, but according to officials from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), armadillos might be making their way north from the southern part of the state.
Ducks Enjoying an Inground Swimming Pool in Shelton CT
SHELTON, CT - We decided to open the pool early this year and found two mallards swimming in it this morning that were happy that we did. We've had many visitors in this backyard...bobcats, deer, ground hogs, rabbits, coyotes, fox, etc...but this was our first 'ducks in the pool' sighting.
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Wildlife: Pelicans & Sea Lions in Nature at La Jolla Cove!
The biggest draw to the town of La Jolla in San Diego is La Jolla Cove and the dozens of sea lions that reside there! There is nothing quite like seeing these creatures sunbathe together and play in there natural habitat. You can also spot many large pelicans with their colorful beaks.
Florida Black Bears Caught on Camera While Scavenging Cold Pizza From a Garbage Can
A Florida couple were woken up suddenly, late on May 10 as the alarm on their covered porch was triggered. Unsure of what might have set off the alarm, they reviewed film caught on a security camera that showed two black bears roaming around their porch and searching through a trash can for discarded food.
A Behemoth Great White Shark Named Ironbound is Cruising Up and Down the East Coast
Great White sharkPhoto by Gerald Schömbs on Unsplash. Ironbound is a Great White from Canada who has been cruising up and down the East Coast looking for seals. As per reports, this 12-foot Great White that weighs 1000 pounds was captured and tagged near West Ironbound Island, Nova Scotia in 2019 thus enabling researchers to track his movements.
We Finally found some Wildlife in Glacier National Park | Montana
On our 3rd and final day in Glacier National Park in Montana we finally found some wildlife! Watch to see what we found! Along with animals we spent time at Lake Mcdonald, saw McDonald Falls and more! Filmed September 23, 2021 By Curtis and Melissa | Adventures Are Out There We are a family of 4 who love the FREEDOM of the open road and seeing God's masterpieces firsthand! We love road trips and finding new places to visit and explore in our great country of the U.S.A. If we inspired you to travel please like, Follow and stay tuned for more adventures because, Adventures Are Out There, are you?
CDC Issues Advisory on Fish Consumption Due to Higher than Normal PFAS Levels
PFAS ( per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of manmade chemicals found in a variety of household products. They are also known as 'forever chemicals' as they do not break down in nature. Exposure to PFAS has been associated with certain cancers, complications during pregnancy, and decreased immune response in children.
The Horrifying Story of How Hundreds of Sharks Circled the Survivors of the USS Indianapolis
The deadliest mass shart attack in human history occurred in 1945 when the USS Indianapolis, an American warship, was torpedoed and sunk by a Japanese submarine. This disaster is known as the greatest loss of life at sea from a single ship in the history of the US Navy due to the fact that only 316 out of a crew of 1136 sailors managed to survive their horrifying ordeal at sea.
What Lurks Beneath: Terrifying Video of Shark Infested Waters in Florida Released
The Pasco County Sheriff's Office urged water enthusiasts to exercise caution after they released a video on Facebook that shows an aerial view of dozens of sharks on Florida's Gulf coast. This is what the agency said in the Facebook post: “A day in the water is a fun way to beat our Florida heat, but it’s important to be aware of the dangers below the water as well as above.”
Arizona Game and Fish Department teams with volunteers and donors to get wildlife water during drought
A black bear and its cub drink and take a dip in a water catchment.(Arizona Game and Fish Department) (Pinal County, Arizona) Four recently constructed artificial watering holes in the Superstition Mountains and two in the Mescal Mountains ensure black bears, golden eagles, bighorn sheep and other thirsty wildlife have plenty to drink during the state’s 27th year of drought.
Trail Running Adventures group save baby bobcat in Auburn
Their motto is: “Leave no one behind” — humans or animals. Saving a baby bobcat in Auburn, CAPhoto by Christine Sirsi Vincent. Last weekend on April 30th, the “Trail Running Adventures” group had more adventure than their usual spotting of golden, blue, white, and violet hues of the wildflowers, or crossing and splashing in the creeks, according to Hassan Aboukhadijeh and David Lateano, the organizers of weekly runs.
Connecticut man captures video of black bear stuck inside car
Imagine being woken up in the middle of the night and finding a big black bear stuck in your car. Cathy Doi/Getty Images (Canva Pro license) Cody Gillotti was relaxing on his couch before bed one night last week when he saw lights flash outside his window.
Governor DeSantis Pledges Over $30 Million of State Funds To Save Florida’s Manatee Population
On May 2 Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis announced that $30 million of the state's money will be earmarked for initiatives to save the state's manatees. Video of the press conference was shared by the governor on Twitter along with a photograph with one of his daughters who attended the press conference with him.
8-foot alligator breaks into Florida couple's garage and chugs a case of diet cola
A Florida couple was in for a big surprise when they heard a commotion coming from inside their garage. Svetlana Foote (Canva Pro license) The Dobson family had recently moved to Florida from the Midwest. It never occurred to them that they should shut their garage door when they took their dog for a walk. However, last week was probably the last time they will make that mistake.
Alligator Disturbs South Florida Couple After Entering Their Garage and Chugging a Case of Soda
Alligator muralPhoto by Eric Christian King on Unsplash. A couple from South Florida were forced to call for help recently, after hearing disturbance in their garage, it was reported on April 29. Fearing an intruder, the couple peeked through a crack in the door from their home into the garage of their Collier County home, to be greeted with the sight of an 8-foot alligator.