Researchers are looking at an invasive species of algae along the Atlantic coast as a possible reason for mercury in the food chain.

North Carolina waters are home to a variety of shark species, including great whites and hammerheads. However, attacks are incredibly unlikely.

Dim outdoor lights that can attract stink bugs to your home. Use yellow bulbs that aren't as bright as white ones. Sprinkle diatomaceous earth near the entry points of your home, such as around ...

From her messy office at the Smithsonian, ornithologist Roxie Laybourne changed aviation and crime investigation. NPR's Scott ...

How do scientists monitor the populations of the threatened California red-legged frog? With careful listening and a little ...

Recent decades have seen fireflies become scarce in certain areas, and scientists warn that some have experienced concerning ...

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) began assessing all trout waters in January 2025 and while most ...

Recent storms and extreme heat in North Carolina have triggered a surge in pests including mosquitoes and lawn-killing worms.

The eastern box turtle is celebrating 30 years as the most highly honored reptile in the Great Smoky Mountains. Here's how it won that status.

Experts say people who see the visiting animals should steer clear and not feed the animals so as not to disrupt their ...

But the mirror cabin owners are now looking to sell the property and cabins for $4.4 million. The property in Madison County, ...

An aggressive, invasive weed species has been sighted in North Carolina, and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and ...