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First national analysis finds America's butterflies are disappearing at ‘catastrophic' rate
A new study finds the number of butterflies has dropped 22% since 2000.
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WATCH: Two bald eagle eggs began to hatch in California
A beautiful moment was captured live in a nest in Big Bear Valley, California.
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Scientists genetically engineer mice with hair like the extinct woolly mammoth
Colossal Biosciences announced Tuesday that it has simultaneously edited seven genes in mice embryos to create mice with long, thick, woolly hair.
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Dozens of dead birds found on Long Island beach, believed to be result of avian flu
In Suffolk County, 20 dead birds found on a small beach in East Patchogue are now being tested for avian flu, sparking concerns in the community. NBC New York’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.
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Dozens of dead birds found on Long Island beach believed to have died from avian flu
A Long Island beachside community in Suffolk County is worried about dozens of dead birds that have washed up on the shore and been found in backyards, especially because officials believe the birds died from avian flu.
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WATCH: Horse rescued from pond after falling through ice
Police in New York filmed a horse being pulled out of a frozen pond with a rope during a harrowing rescue scene earlier this week.
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SEE IT: Dog rescued after falling through icy lake in New Jersey
It was a dramatic rescue in New Jersey, with a dog saved after falling into a partially frozen lake. Video showed an officer crawl across thin ice to pull the pup to safety. NBC New York’s Rana Novini reports.
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Nearly 50 dogs, cats and a bird found living in squalid conditions at Long Island home
A woman was charged with animal cruelty after officials said nearly 50 animals were found living in horrific, squalid conditions inside a Long Island home.
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Giant schnauzer named Monty wins best in show at Westminster Kennel Club
A giant schnauzer named Monty won the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show Tuesday night.
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Golden retrievers flood Colorado streets at ‘Goldens in Golden' event
The annual celebration attracts thousands of visitors to honor National Golden Retriever Day.
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Meet the woman keeping the adorable pups happy at this year's ‘Puppy Bowl'
If you tune into the “Puppy Bowl” on Sunday, you’ll likely see a key person’s influence — even if you don’t actually see her.
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1,653-pound shark tagged off coast of Georgia
Ocearch says the shark is the largest male white shark it has ever tagged.
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Geese found dead inside Westchester County park being tested for bird flu, officials say
Mount Pleasant Town Supervisor Carl Fulgenzi on Friday said test results came back for the dead geese and confirmed the presence of bird flu.
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New York orders poultry markets to close due to bird flu
Gov. Hochul announced she is ordering the temporary closure of live poultry markets in New York City, Westchester and on Long Island after seven cases of bird flu were detected in the city. NBC New York’s Jessica Cunnington reports.
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Live poultry markets ordered shut in New York City due to avian flu outbreak
All live poultry markets in New York City and some of its suburbs were ordered Friday to close for a week after the detection of seven cases of avian flu, which has also hit farms nationwide, led to the slaughter of millions of birds and driven up egg prices. Gov. Kathy Hochul said there is no immediate threat to public...
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Discovery of 12 dead geese prompts closure of New York park amid bird flu fears
Carroll Park in Mount Pleasant was shut down, with a sign telling people to stay away, after a dozen Canada geese were found dead in the partially frozen pond. Officials worried bird fly may have played a role in the deaths. NBC New York’s Ida Siegal reports.
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Westchester County park closed due to bird flu concerns after 12 geese found dead
A park in Westchester County was shut down after 12 dead Canada geese were found in the pond, with officials worried it could have been a result of bird flu.
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How to watch the Puppy Bowl. What you need to know about the Super Bowl for dogs
Watch these adoptable pups compete for the “The Lombarky” trophy.
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Rats! More rodents are infesting cities as scientists say warmer temperatures mean more rat babies
A new study finds that rat infestation in many of the world’s cities appears to be soaring, especially in Washington. Friday’s study blames warming temperatures from climate change, urbanization and other human actions. The first-of-its-kind research looks at trends and reasons in hard-to-count rat population changes based on rat sighting reports in 16 cities around the world. In 11 of...
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2 dogs get new homes after surviving NY plane crash that killed rescue flight pilot
Two dogs that survived an animal-rescue flight crash that killed the pilot have found new homes as the late aviator’s friends work to honor him by helping more pets, a shelter director said Wednesday.