From quiet neighborhoods disrupted by wild encounters to mysterious sightings, this year was filled with wild animal stories that left residents in Central Florida talking. Here's a look at some of ...

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 ...

"Shouldn’t be the ones to pay." Authorities issue warning after concerning encounters between people and wild animals: 'More and more at risk' first appeared on The Cool Down.

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 ...

Woodland Park Zoo is redesigning its Family Farm into Wild Encounters, featuring new up-close animal experiences, a lorikeet ...

Helen's Capyfriends Cafe offers group encounters with capybaras, which are the world’s largest living rodents and found in the wild in South America. Capybaras are herbivores and are considered very ...

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 ...

Hamsters are one of the smallest pets you can find. Many believe this is why they're such great pets for children, but anyone who's raised a hamster knows that they require attention, space, and ...

Experience the thrill of Arizona wildlife up close this February! Enjoy safari tours, action-packed animal shows, and unforgettable encounters with giraffes, zebras, and more.

A unique mix of wildlife encounters and overnight stays is drawing visitors to Safari Stayz, a zoo and Airbnb destination in Wanette that becomes especially popular during the holiday season. WANETTE, ...

Explore Emirates Park Zoo in Abu Dhabi! Experience amazing animal encounters, including tiger tug of war and elephant feeding ...