Sick sea lion chases after surfers in Newport Beach
A sea lion suffering from severe domoic acid chased locals out of the water and up onto the beach.
Endangered sea turtles show global recovery in new survey
A global study published in Endangered Species Research finds that endangered sea turtles are recovering in more than half the regions they inhabit, though leatherbacks remain at high risk.
Entangled gray whale rescued off coast of Rancho Palos Verdes
An entangled gray whale, trapped 100 feet underwater, was freed in a life-saving mission involving drones, underwater cameras, and a team of experts.
Blue Origin launches all-female flight with Katy Perry, 5 others: 'Sisterhood'
Blue Origin launched an all-female space flight, which included Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez, making history as the first all-female space crew since a solo flight in 1963.
Dead grey whale washes ashore in Huntington Beach
This is the second whale that has washed ashore in Southern California over the past week.
Cut the head off this invasive python-looking fish if you see it, conservationists say
The fish can also breathe air, allowing them to survive for several days out of water if their skin stays moist.
Rescued mountain lion cub paired with orphaned companion at Alabama zoo
Spruce and Juniper are getting along well, the zoo said.
New comet spotted: How to see SWAN25F
A new comet was officially designated as C/2025 F2 on April 8.
Big Bear bald eagles live cam: FOBBV gives update on Sunny and Gizmo's growth
Observers are eager to see if Gizmo will mimic Sunny's behaviors or develop its own unique skills as both birds continue to grow and interact.
Watch: Massive 5,000-pound sunfish dwarfs diver off Mexico coast
A dramatic video captured off the coast of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, shows a diver appearing tiny next to a massive ocean sunfish.
Dead minke whale washes ashore in Long Beach after several days in harbor
A rare minke whale that drew crowds to Long Beach after it was spotted swimming in the harbor a week ago has died, officials confirmed.
Watch: Divers’ close whale encounter after spectacular breach
Check out this once-in-a-lifetime whale sighting by this group of divers in French Polynesia.
Small whale spotted in Long Beach Harbor
Marine wildlife experts believe the whale will eventually make its way out into the ocean on its own.
Toddler finds 3,800-year-old artifact while hiking with family
Ziv Ntizan, 3, was hiking with her family when she picked up the 3,800-year-old seal.
Tampa dog owner pries open gator’s jaws to save pet from attack
A Floridian's worst nightmare: a battle between a dog and a gator, but it was no match for the dog's owner, who made sure her beloved pet was coming home and pulled her dog "Kona" from the alligator's grip.
Watch: Astronaut Suni Williams reunites with her dogs after 9 months in space
“Do you recognize me? Do you know who I am?” she asks as she cuddles her overjoyed dogs outside of her home.
Big Bear's beloved bald eagle chicks have new names
Big Bear's beloved bald eagle chicks have new names.
SpaceX to launch 27 Starlink satellites into orbit from Southern California coast
Under favorable conditions, there will be potential visibility of the rocket and satellites across the Southern California coast.
Is Martian dust dangerous? New study reveals long-term health risks for astronauts
New research from the University of Colorado Boulder reveals how breathing in Martian dust could lead to serious health problems for astronauts, from lung damage to thyroid disease.
Dolphin in North Carolina dies after ingesting plastic bag
A bottlenose dolphin was found dead in North Carolina, with a necropsy revealing a knotted plastic bag in its stomach as the likely cause of death.