New details shed light on Jackie the bald eagle's final days, unanswered questions

Newly released details from wildlife officials reveal the medical timeline, key treatments, and legal protocols surrounding the death of Big Bear's famous bald eagle, Jackie.

Bear safety this summer
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It's been a busy summer for Lake Tahoe but not just for people, for the bears, as well. South Lake Tahoe police say there's been an increase of bear calls, so far, this year. Alexia Ronning, CDFW Environmental Scientist and Tahoe bear specialist, gives insight.

Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave

Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.

VIDEO: Rattlesnakes spotted 'combat dancing' on Southern California street

A video captured by a FOX 11 viewer showing two massive rattlesnakes in Thousand Oaks served as a reminder that as heat rises, so do rattlesnake sightings.

There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map

Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.

Orphaned bobcat kittens arrive at wildlife center in Saratoga

Four orphaned bobcat kittens have arrived in the South Bay for care and will be released back into the wild, officials say. 

Watch: Heroic husky protects child from charging bear

A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.

11-year-old boy dies of rabies after bat landed on his face

A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.

Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship

Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.