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Eastern WA town ‘heartbroken, outraged and disgusted’ by discovery at apartment
Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife are investigating after remains of possibly protected species also were ...
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New Jersey lawmakers consider joining California, Washington in passing preemptive octopus-farming bans
Legislators in the U.S. state of New Jersey are considering preemptively banning octopus farming, following in the footsteps ...
‘Don’t feed wildlife.’ Why WA made it illegal to feed specific animals
As of May 17, 2025, it is illegal in Washington state to feed specific wild animals — deer, elk and moose in particular.
Crane escaped from Washington zoo found after strolling near town, hanging with "group of blue herons"
An East African crowned crane that escaped from a Washington state zoo was found after almost three days on the lam.
Wanted: Homes for thousands of chicks that survived ‘misdirected USPS shipment’
A Delaware animal shelter is scrambling to find homes for thousands of baby chicks after a “misdirected” U.S. Postal Service ...
Six wildlife stories about creatures across Washington state
Mysterious blue blobs called by-the-wind-sailors wash up on beaches each spring, while beach explorers spot sea stars, crabs ...
Ferguson signs animal cruelty bill
In a step toward enhancing animal welfare, the Washington State Legislature has passed House Bill 1149, an act aimed at the prevention of cruelty to animals. The bill received overwhelming support, ...
Washington bans wildlife feeding to protect animals from disease, reduce hazards to safety
It is now illegal to feed deer, elk, and moose in Washington, per a rule approved by the director of the Washington ...
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‘Don’t feed wildlife.’ Why WA made it illegal to feed specific animals
If you’re an avid wildlife enthusiast who loves to leave treats for wild animals who visit your yard, the state of Washington has a request: Please stop. As of May 17, 2025, it is illegal in ...