Category: Risk

Raising backyard chickens can be rewarding, but it also attracts a surprising number of predators. From clever mammals to stealthy birds of prey, many animals

A routine mushroom-gathering trip in northern Japan ended in tragedy after a man in his 70s was found dead in a forest in Iwate Prefecture.

Mosquitoes may be turning to humans more often because forests are losing the wildlife they once fed on, according to new research from Brazil’s Atlantic

Releasing an animal into the wild may seem like a kind or harmless act, but in many cases, it can seriously damage ecosystems, threaten native

Snakes are among the most feared creatures on the planet, but not all venomous species pose the same level of danger. Cobras and cottonmouths are

Some people believe wild animals can become completely tame if raised around humans from a young age. But even after years in captivity, many dangerous

What looked like an innocent walk down a dirt road in Australia nearly turned into a deadly wildlife encounter. A brother and sister were skipping

Wildlife filmmakers often spend years building trust with dangerous animals. But sometimes, even deep familiarity with nature cannot overcome the risks of living too close

Deer can quickly turn a healthy garden into a buffet, especially in areas near woods or open land. While no method works perfectly all the

The beach may look calm and relaxing, but beneath the waves and along the shoreline lives a surprising variety of wildlife. While most encounters are