A population of non-native deer that has been altering the ecosystem on Mayne Island for decades has grown into the thousands, according to experts, now ...

When you think of Florida Keys wildlife, you probably think of sea turtles, dolphins, manatees, or colorful coral fish. Maybe ...

Populations of suburban deer have been on the rise across the U.S. for the last 50 years. Suburban landscapes are like buffet ...

Researchers tested a birth-control vaccine designed to prevent deer from reproducing for multiple years. The vaccine is ...

What happens when a wild animal stops seeing people as something to avoid? Backyard wildlife rescue often begins with ...

Deer and dog ticks are both parasites that can spread disease. They differ in size, the specific diseases they can carry, and where they’re found. Deer ticks and dog ticks are both types of ticks.

Animals with antlers and horns have dominated the earth for centuries. These intimidating features are symbols of power, ...

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A shortened season in counties where bear mange is a problem resulted in fewer females harvested there, but the overall state harvest of females increased. In recent years, western Albemarle residents ...

Introduction of non-native tick species like the Asian longhorned tick can have significant impacts on cattle herds.

Expected increases in drought and decreases in summer precipitation may constrain options to sustain mule deer populations,” the study’s authors predicted.

Another giant reptile is clawing its way toward disrupting the South Florida ecosystem as an invasive species. The Nile monitor -- a semi-aquatic lizard equipped with razor claws that can grow up to 6 ...