Ethical wildlife encounters protect animals, preserve their habitats, and support long-term conservation goals. They also create richer, more respectful experiences for travelers who want to see ...

Learn how social connections may influence extinction risk in some wildlife species.

Some species are at their most active in winter, whether they’re flying, feeding, or mating. From elephant seals in ...

Hike smarter, not startled—keep wildlife encounters calm on your next trail. A quick guide with practical tips to stay safe ...

This column was triggered by a recent article covering travel agents’ encounters with wild animals. The following accounts cover some of Carol and my wildlife meetings in our eco-travel around the ...

You've likely seen videos of people in Southern California running into wildlife on hikes or finding bears in their pools during summer heat. Research shows there is science behind these sightings. A ...

A homeowner in Altadena received an unwelcome surprise when he realized a black bear was living underneath his home. The 550-pound black bear, known as Yellow 2120, used a crawlspace to nest beneath ...