2+ hour, 16+ min ago  (496+ words) (ABC) " Marine scientists have discovered a record number of new species living in the depths of the world's oceans over the past year. A total of 1, 121 new marine species were discovered in a single year, marking a "significant step" in…...

1+ hour, 41+ min ago  (581+ words) Twenty-six baby chickens " ranging from a few days to several months old " were born from a 3 D printed lattice structure that mimics an eggshell, according to Colossal Biosciences. Colossal previously announced it had genetically engineered living animals to resemble extinct…...

3+ day, 11+ hour ago  (383+ words) BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY)" Known around the world for its snapping jaws, the Venus Flytrap is one of North Carolina's most fascinating plants, but like any other species, it has its predators. "It's so unique. It's not like the giant…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (201+ words) BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WWAY) " A unique piece of coastal North Carolina's natural heritage will take center stage this weekend as CBS Sunday Morning highlights the story of the iconic Venus flytrap, with a focus on efforts rooted in Boiling…...

4+ week, 15+ hour ago  (267+ words) SURF CITY, NC (WWAY) " The Pender County Tourism Development Authority announced that Ocean Fest has received two national honors from the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, recognizing the festival's environmental leadership and community impact. Ocean Fest, a Topsail Island-based celebration…...

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (213+ words) BRUNSWICK COUNTY (WWAY) " As temperatures rise across southeastern North Carolina, wildlife officials say alligators are becoming more active " and in some cases, showing up in unexpected places. From front porches to underneath vehicles, recent sightings have prompted concern among residents....

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (321+ words) (ABC) " Viral bald eagles Jackie and Shadow are now parents to another pair of eaglets after both eggs hatched over the weekend. The first chick fully broke free from its egg Saturday at 9: 33 p. m. PT after about 36 hours of hatching, according…...

2+ mon, 1+ day ago  (419+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " A plan to turn a 60-acre tract along Independence Boulevard into a public nature preserve is moving forward. The North Carolina Coastal Land Trust announced Tuesday that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners has authorized staff…...

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (148+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " It's nesting season for Canada Geese, and a local wildlife rescue is asking people to give them space. Canada Geese often return to the same nesting areas each year, carefully choosing spots close to food and water....

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (592+ words) The'song is that of a humpback whale, a marine giant beloved by whale watchers for its docile nature and spectacular leaps from the water, and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, said researchers at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution…...