When the Chernobyl nuclear disaster happened on April 26, 1986, the region became one of the most heavily contaminated areas on the planet. A 1,000-square-mile area surrounding the doomed nuclear ...

A research team camping in one of Thailand’s most protected forests discovered a never-before-documented scorpion species ...

American martens, a member of the mustelid family, are rare and have been declared endangered in Wisconsin and Vermont. Meanwhile, Minnesota calls the “full recovery of the population” within its ...

Follow a quiet Ohio trail past waterfalls, caves, and seriously gorgeous scenery, with peaceful vibes that make the hike feel effortless.

The astonishing image is just one of the winners from this year’s competition, which shines a light on British wildlife ...

It’s hard to go far in San Diego County without stumbling upon a place to hike. I should know; through the San Diego Union-Tribune’s Hike of the Week column, I have explored 101 hikes in this region ...