Mother of boy killed by alligator arrested for abuse, neglect: police

The mother of a 12-year-old boy who went missing from his home in New Orleans and was killed by an alligator has been charged with negligent homicide.

Axolotls join Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale
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Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale is welcoming some of its newest residents: two axolotls. San Diego Zoo describes axolotls as a type of salamander that now live in the Mexico City area. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more on the animal.

Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC

Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,

Hikers on psychedelic mushrooms rescued after getting lost in NY mountains

A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.

Arkansas man, 72, mauled by 70-pound bear

The man suffered extensive injuries to his face and upper body before being airlifted to a hospital.

Man dies in shark attack at Sydney beach

A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.

Rare manatee sighting in Texas temporarily halts $64 million construction project

According to the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, sometimes West Indian Manatees migrate from Florida to Texas in the summer. These sightings are still rare.

Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know

Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.

Planting for pollinators: Local classes focus on fall gardening in Arizona

Fall is the best time for planting in Arizona, and one woman is hoping to help those without a natural green thumb learn to garden with a purpose.

Arizona woman teaches how to create wildlife-friendly gardens
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Fall is the best time for planting in Arizona, but for those who lack a natural green thumb, one woman is hoping to help. She's offering classes on how to transform outdoor spaces into havens for local wildlife. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has the story.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year sneak peek: See the stunning photos

A dramatic stand-off between a lion and a cobra. A lone elephant wading through a landfill in Sri Lanka. Here's a sneak peek at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year's top photos.

Missing 12-year-old boy with autism killed by alligator in New Orleans: police

Bryan Vasquez, who is nonverbal, was first reported missing Aug. 14 after escaping through his bedroom window. Police didn’t respond to the call until five hours after it was reported.

Jaguar conservation in Arizona: New detections provide hope
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Researchers with the University of Arizona are using a combination of high-tech cameras and genetic analysis to detect jaguars in the state, providing new insights into the endangered species.

Watch: Video shows rare fish's ability to climb rocks

The tiny fish were seen swimming, or rather "climbing" up rocks, a behavior that hadn't been seen before.

What is screwworm? Symptoms, prevention and treatment

The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.