Olympic wins and losses, wildfires and wildlife protectors: World in Photos, Aug. 2
A look at the top photos from around the globe. source
World Elephant Day brings attention to the endangered African elephant
The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is raising awareness about the plight of African elephants, which are classified as critically endangered. #abcnl #worldelephantday #endangered source
California crews race to contain massive oil spill
Up to 130,000 gallons of crude oil spilled into the Pacific Ocean off of Orange Country. The oil has killed wildlife and shut down beaches. Officials say the pipeline is…
California governor declares state of emergency to clean oil spill
Official reports obtained by ABC News are raising questions about the Coast Guards’ response to the oil spill. Wildlife officials say it could be weeks before they can assess the…
Rescue group works to save marine life after California oil spill
ABC News’ Phil Lipof speaks with Dr. Michael Ziccardi, director of U.C. Davis’ Oiled Wildlife Care Network, on the short- and long-term effects of the California oil spill on wildlife.…
3 adult bald eagles watch over 3 eaglets in nest along Mississippi River
A refuge said the three eaglets would likely leave the nest in about two months and bid farewell to the loving bird trio. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS…
‘Penguins’ filmmakers on finding a rock-n-roll penguin lead, promoting conservation
The creators of the new feature film discuss creating Steve, an Adelie penguin, getting frostbite while filming in Antarctica, and how the film will help conservation in the wild. #Penguins…
Elephant at Maryland Zoo settles in new home | ABC News
Maryland Zoo welcomes a new elephant. #elephant #marylandzoo #ABCNews #wildlife #cuteanimals Official ABC News Animal Slideshow: https://abcn.ws/2HJmL76 SUBSCRIBE to ABC NEWS: https://www.youtube.com/ABCNews/ Watch More on http://abcnews.go.com/ LIKE ABC News on…
Fisherman off the coast of Manasquan, New Jersey captured a great white shark: Video
Wildlife experts say shark sightings have risen and attacks may be on the rise too. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/2ZD6OHb #Shark #GreatWhiteShark #NewJersey #ABCNews source
The darker side of captive exotic wildlife encounters for tourists l Nightline
Natasha Daly spent a year and half investigating the plight of some elephants, tiger cubs and other animals kept in these attractions. Her reporting was featured in National Geographic Magazine.…