Blank canvas and catfish record mistake: FOX Talkback 9/29/2021
From a peculiar blank artwork in Denmark to a catfish record that had to be rescinded because someone ate the fish, FOX 10's John Hook and Ellen McNamara have more on offbeat news that's making headlines around the world.
From a peculiar blank artwork in Denmark to a catfish record that had to be rescinded because someone ate the fish, FOX 10's John Hook and Ellen McNamara have more on offbeat news that's making headlines around the world.
Florida man uses trash bin to catch alligator
A dramatic video shows a Florida man forcing an alligator into a garbage bin.
A dramatic video shows a Florida man forcing an alligator into a garbage bin.
Ivory-billed woodpecker, 22 other species now extinct, US says
The ivory-billed woodpecker and 22 more birds, fish and other species were declared extinct by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Wednesday.
The ivory-billed woodpecker and 22 more birds, fish and other species were declared extinct by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Wednesday.
China kills 3 pet cats that tested positive for COVID-19
Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.
Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.
Days after Ariz. woman was found dead inside home, crews are dealing with subsequent rat infestation problem
On Sept. 23, a hoarding situation was discovered at a home in Peoria, and in the aftermath of the discovery, people living in the area are now dealing with a big rat problem. Meanwhile, crews are working to round up the rats.
On Sept. 23, a hoarding situation was discovered at a home in Peoria, and in the aftermath of the discovery, people living in the area are now dealing with a big rat problem. Meanwhile, crews are working to round up the rats.
US bans swimming with Hawaii's protected spinner dolphins
The new rule Tuesday is meant to protect the nocturnal animals from people seeking close encounters with the playful species.
The new rule Tuesday is meant to protect the nocturnal animals from people seeking close encounters with the playful species.
Fat Bear Week 2021: Pick your favorite chubby bear in this year's bracket
Who is the fattest bear at Katmai National Park in Alaska? It's time to decide during Fat Bear Week.
Who is the fattest bear at Katmai National Park in Alaska? It's time to decide during Fat Bear Week.
Baby armadillo, vulturine guineafowl at Wildlife World Zoo
FOX 10's Cory McCloskey checks out a baby armadillo and a vulturine guineafowl at Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park.
FOX 10's Cory McCloskey checks out a baby armadillo and a vulturine guineafowl at Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park.
Rare orange lobster saved and donated to OdySea Aquarium
Dave Peranteau, Odysea’s director of animal care, said the chance of finding an orange lobster in the wild is one in 30 million and the aquarium is really fortunate to have it in its collection now.
Dave Peranteau, Odysea’s director of animal care, said the chance of finding an orange lobster in the wild is one in 30 million and the aquarium is really fortunate to have it in its collection now.
Goats found wandering in Buckhead part of work detail
A busy sidewalk in Buckhead became a temporary petting zoo on Monday as FOX 5 Atlanta followed a herd of goats that escaped from a worksite.
A busy sidewalk in Buckhead became a temporary petting zoo on Monday as FOX 5 Atlanta followed a herd of goats that escaped from a worksite.
Mama bear and cub enjoy slides at North Carolina playground
Fifth-grade teacher Betsie Stockslager recorded the video as the bears played at Isaac Dickson Elementary School.
Fifth-grade teacher Betsie Stockslager recorded the video as the bears played at Isaac Dickson Elementary School.
Milwaukee County Zoo polar bear dies at 36
The Milwaukee County Zoo has announced the passing of Snow Lilly, the oldest polar bear in human care in North America.
The Milwaukee County Zoo has announced the passing of Snow Lilly, the oldest polar bear in human care in North America.
Marvel actor Dave Bautista adopts neglected puppy from Tampa shelter
A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.
A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.
'Goodbye kisses': Animal hospital lets dogs taste chocolate before being put to sleep
An animal hospital in Alabama is tugging on the heartstrings of pet owners everywhere with their now-viral post, showing how they provide a moment of comfort to dogs at the end of their life.
An animal hospital in Alabama is tugging on the heartstrings of pet owners everywhere with their now-viral post, showing how they provide a moment of comfort to dogs at the end of their life.
Florida woman, 74, injured while rescuing pet dog during gator attack
The 74-year-old said she was walking her dog near a Florida lake when she removed the leash for 'Nala' to play in the water. That's when the gator attack happened, and the Florida woman jumped in to help. She didn't walk away without her own injuries.
The 74-year-old said she was walking her dog near a Florida lake when she removed the leash for 'Nala' to play in the water. That's when the gator attack happened, and the Florida woman jumped in to help. She didn't walk away without her own injuries.
Giant rattlesnake released onto ranch after terrorizing Polk County chickens
Dustin Hooper, the owner of All Creatures Wildlife Control, dropped everything when he received a call from a frazzled Polk County woman saying a five-and-half-foot rattlesnake got into her chicken coop.
Dustin Hooper, the owner of All Creatures Wildlife Control, dropped everything when he received a call from a frazzled Polk County woman saying a five-and-half-foot rattlesnake got into her chicken coop.
Squish on sight: State officials urging residents to kill Instagram-worthy insect
State officials are pleading with residents to squish a beautiful yet invasive species of insect due to it wreaking havoc on local flora.
State officials are pleading with residents to squish a beautiful yet invasive species of insect due to it wreaking havoc on local flora.
$5K reward offered for information on bighorn sheep ram poaching near Buckeye
Department officials said they have reason to believe a group of five men seen leaving the scene in two vehicles may have been involved.
Department officials said they have reason to believe a group of five men seen leaving the scene in two vehicles may have been involved.
Woman arrested for tossing puppy into ocean along Georgia coast
Candy Selena Maban was charged by the Tybee Police Department for aggravated cruelty to animals.
Candy Selena Maban was charged by the Tybee Police Department for aggravated cruelty to animals.
Swarm of bees kill more than 60 endangered penguins in South Africa
More than 60 endangered African penguins were apparently killed by a swarm of bees in South Africa last week, in what bird conservationists described as an unusual occurrence.
More than 60 endangered African penguins were apparently killed by a swarm of bees in South Africa last week, in what bird conservationists described as an unusual occurrence.



















